The next stage of construction work has commenced on Preston's £45m+ Animate leisure complex.

Preston was awarded £20.9 million from the Government's national Towns Fund initiative in March 2021, and the Harris Quarter is a unique part of the city centre undergoing a £200m investment programme to transform its historic buildings, sites and public realm into a diverse culture, leisure and employment offering.

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Piling work on the Animate project will be completed in June, with works starting on the steel structure shortly afterwards. All construction work is expected to be completed in late 2024.

Chair of Preston's Towns Fund Strategic Board, John Chesworth, said: "The start of the piling work is an auspicious occasion and marks another step toward the renaissance of Preston. The Animate complex has already attracted well-respected leisure brands, and together they'll create an impressive offering of activities that will increase footfall to the City, bringing additional economic benefits.

"We're making solid progress with our collective vision for Preston, and momentum is building."