Finding your way to Priestley College

Either by car, cycle or foot from Warrington town centre, head south on Wilderspool Causeway along the A49 towards Stockton Heath.

Turn left at the traffic lights by Greenalls, onto Loushers Lane.

The College is 200 metres up on the left.

Pedestrian access is also possible via Menin Avenue.

We suggest that you use services such as Multimap and The AA Route Planner to plan a journey to Priestley if your haven't visited us before. The postcode you will need for both of these systems is WA4 6RD. When using the AA system or other route planners please be advised that you should continue your journey along the A49 and access the College via its main entrance on Loushers Lane as there is no access to the campus via car on Menin Avenue.

* Please also note that the College has restricted parking and students in particular should not expect to find a parking spot for their vehicle.

By Bus
Warrington Borough Transport and other bus operators offer a comprehensive service from most parts of the town and outlying areas to the College.

By Rail
Warrington is served by two town centre stations they are Warrington Central and Warrington Bank Quay - both of these mainline stations are approximately within 1.5 miles of the College. The map above shows how to find us from both stations.

Cycling to College
The College has a number of cycle racks where you can secure your cycle. Those to the front of the Crescent Building also have overhead lockers where you can lock away your cycle helmet and other equipment if you wish. Cycle Allowance: If you live within the Borough of Warrington and more than three miles from College you can apply for a cycle allowance of £50 towards your costs. Application forms will be available from College at registration.

Driving to College
We would rather students did not drive to College by car. Car parking is at a premium and although we currently provide a designated car park for students, spaces are very limited and we are not able to guarantee anyone a space. If you find there is no space at College you may have to park some way away and the local police and parking attendants are very strict with those who do not park legitimately on local streets. You should avoid parking in local streets that were not designed to accommodate double parking. This is especially the case with the narrow streets off Wilderspool Causeway where local residents in particular feel aggrieved when they find student cars blocking their way. If you choose to travel to College by motorbike, motorcycle or motorscooter there is a designated motorbike parking area to the rear of the Priestley Building.

Getting Dropped Off
If you are getting a lift to or from College, unlike schools we are happy for drivers
to drop you off in the main parking area or just outside the Crescent Building
as this is far safer for you and other local road users and pedestrians.