About Nick Preston
Born 1958. Nick Preston is a British rugby union player.
Nicholas John Preston (born 5 April 1958) is a British former rugby union international who represented the England in three Test matches.
Preston was born in Prestwich and educated at Lancaster Royal Grammar School and the University of Nottingham.
Preston, a Lancashire-born centre, made his Test debut against the All Blacks at Twickenham in 1979. His other two Test appearances came during England's successful 1980 Five Nations Championship campaign, in which they achieved their first Grand Slam since 1957. This included the team's win over France at Parc des Princes, where he scored one of England's two tries. At club level he competed for Richmond F.C. in London.
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Who is Nick Preston?
British rugby union player
When was Nick Preston born?
Nick Preston was born on 5 April 1958 in Lancashire.
What is Nick Preston's occupation?
Nick Preston is a rugby union player.
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Nick Preston is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nick Preston. https://biography.guide/nick-preston-rugby-union-player/
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