HMP Preston
2 Ribbleton Lane,Preston, Preston PR1 5AB
Overview
HMP Preston is a Category B men's prison located on Ribbleton Lane in Preston, Lancashire. It serves as a local and training prison, housing inmates from across the North West region of England. The facility has been operational for many decades and forms an important part of the UK's prison estate, providing secure custodial care for sentenced and remand prisoners.
The prison provides a range of services to support rehabilitation and reduction of reoffending. These include education and vocational training programmes, mental health support, substance abuse treatment, and work opportunities within the prison. HMP Preston also facilitates visits from family and friends, which play an important role in maintaining prisoner connections and supporting successful reintegration into the community.
The prison is run by His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service and operates according to established UK prison standards and regulations. It employs dedicated staff including prison officers, healthcare professionals, and support workers. Members of the public can contact the prison directly for information about visits, sentence planning, or other enquiries relating to prisoners held there.