A Telegraph tour of the English high street: Fishergate, Preston – much friendlier than I'd expected
The traditional British high street was, for so many, the beating heart of their town. But as huge chains consumed spaces once filled by local independent businesses – and struggling firms began to disappear entirely – was the soul of our towns lost? Christopher Howse is travelling the nation to speak to local people about their high street. How it has changed, what they miss… and why there are still joys to be found. This week, Christopher takes a tour of Fishergate in Pres...
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