England football rivalry

West Lancashire Derby

Blackpool vs Preston North End

Rivalry intensity
Ground separation 14.8 miles
Blackpool and Preston North End contest the West Lancashire Derby, also known as the M55 Derby. First played in 1901, it pits the seaside town against its neighbouring city in one of Lancashire's traditional football rivalries.

Rivalry ground map

The map automatically adjusts to keep every stadium marker visible.

Stadium location

Rivalry clubs: movement through the football pyramid

Compare the clubs' overall positions across the pyramid by season. Position 1 is at the top; gaps indicate seasons without a recorded position.

This chart is shown when both clubs are currently in the Premier League, Championship, League One or League Two. It shows overall pyramid position, not finishing position within each club's own division.

The rivalry grounds

Things to do near the rivalry grounds

Attractions, tours and activities around the midpoint of the two stadiums.

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