Back in 1979, Preston received a Royal Visit. In the above photo, Teresa Wilson is seen serving H.R.H. Prince Phillip a pint at the rehabilitation facility, Dovedale Avenue, IngolBack in 1979, Preston received a Royal Visit. In the above photo, Teresa Wilson is seen serving H.R.H. Prince Phillip a pint at the rehabilitation facility, Dovedale Avenue, Ingol
Back in 1979, Preston received a Royal Visit. In the above photo, Teresa Wilson is seen serving H.R.H. Prince Phillip a pint at the rehabilitation facility, Dovedale Avenue, Ingol

Prince Philip in Lancashire: A look back at the Duke of Edinburgh's many visits to our county

Philip, 99, was the longest-serving consort in British history.

The duke and the Queen were married for more than 70 years and Philip dedicated decades of his life to royal duty, serving the nation at the monarch’s side.

Many of those visits were to Lancashire, and here we look back fondly at some of the times we hosted the royal couple.

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