OPERATIONAL BRIEF: PRESTON
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A pint in Preston is approx. £4.00–£5.50. Inside Deepdale, beer is priced around £5.00. The stadium is strictly cashless.
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UPCOMING OPERATIONS IN PRESTON
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Stadium access – Deepdale
GETTING TO THE GROUND
The stadium is 1.5 miles from Preston Railway Station. A taxi takes 5-10 mins (£6). A shuttle bus runs from Leyland for home fans, but away fans should use taxis or walk.
Warning: The walk from the station through the city center takes 25-30 mins. Follow the signs for the museum and football ground.
Away fans are located in the Bill Shankly Kop. Entrance is via dedicated away turnstiles. The Kop is all-seated and provides great views.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags larger than A4
- Professional cameras
- Pyrotechnics
- Alcohol
CRITICAL
Deepdale is the oldest professional football ground in continuous use. It is strictly cashless. Bag policy: A4 max. Searches are thorough.
Exit routes & evacuation
Designated routes for away fans lead towards the Moor Park car park or the taxi rank area outside the main stand.
Exit via the main turnstile gates directly onto Sir Tom Finney Way for dispersal.
MISSION LOGISTICS
Hub
Manchester Airport (MAN) / Liverpool John Lennon (LPL)
Transfer
Direct train from Manchester Airport to Preston takes approx. 1 hour. From Liverpool, use a bus or train with one change.
Tip
Manchester Airport is the primary international hub with the most direct rail links to Preston.
RECOMMENDED ZONE
The city center around the Guild Hall and Winckley Square has numerous traditional pubs and restaurants. The area immediately around the ground is mostly residential.
RECOMMENDED
City Center / Guild Hall offers good transport links and is generally safe for away supporters.
TACTICAL INTEL
GATHERING POINT
CENTRAL MEETING POINT
The Flag Market
A traditional, large open square in the city center, surrounded by the Harris Museum and Town Hall. It’s the central assembly point for the city.
POLICE PROFILE
PROFESSIONAL
Lancashire Constabulary are very experienced with large sporting events. They focus on maintaining clear corridors and managing the transport hubs on matchdays.