Facsimile reprint of 3rd ed., Preston: Dobson; London: Simpkin Marshall; Manchester: Slater, 1862.
A history of Preston Guild : the ordinances of various Guilds Merchant, the Custumal of Preston, the Charters to the Borough, the Incorporated Companies, list of mayors from 1327, &c, &c by William Dobson. ISBN 0903285002. Published by Preston County Borough, Libraries Department in 1971. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.