Guildhall & Charter Theatre
Guildhall & Charter Theatre has 3 meeting/event spaces for 120–1,800 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Hall (1,800).
- Up to 2,000 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- Sustainability credentials
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3 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Hall | 1800 | — | 60 | 900 | 80 | — | — | 800 |
| Charter Theatre | 600 | — | 30 | 300 | 40 | — | — | 400 |
| Assembly Room | 120 | — | 20 | 60 | 25 | — | — | 150 |
At a glance
The Guildhall & Charter Theatre is Preston's premier entertainment and conference venue, located in the heart of the city centre. This historic venue combines traditional charm with modern facilities, offering flexible event spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and corporate events. The venue features multiple halls and meeting rooms with state-of-the-art AV equipment, catering facilities, and professional event support. With excellent transport links and city centre location, it provides convenient access for delegates and guests from across the North West region.
Best suited for
- Theatre Productions
- Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Awards Ceremonies
- Presentations
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Professional Lighting
- Sound Systems
- Catering Kitchen
- Bar Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Stage Facilities
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible seating
- Hearing loop
Sustainability
- Certified sustainable venue
Location & getting there
Lancaster Road, Preston, PR1 1HT, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Guildhall & Charter Theatre is a verified theatre & conference centre in Preston, hosting up to 2,000 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 2 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Guildhall & Charter Theatre have?
Guildhall & Charter Theatre has 3 meeting and event spaces in Preston, seating up to 1,800 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Guildhall & Charter Theatre's largest event space?
The largest event space at Guildhall & Charter Theatre is Main Hall, with a maximum capacity of 1,800 guests.
What conference facilities does Guildhall & Charter Theatre offer?
Guildhall & Charter Theatre offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Professional Lighting, Sound Systems, Professional stage lighting, Sound system, Projectors across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 2000 guests in main auditorium, additional meeting rooms available
What AV equipment is available?
Full professional AV equipment including stage lighting, sound system, projection facilities and live streaming capabilities
Is catering available?
Comprehensive catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby
About Guildhall & Charter Theatre
The Guildhall & Charter Theatre is Preston's premier entertainment and conference venue, located in the heart of the city centre. This historic venue combines traditional charm with modern facilities, offering flexible event spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and corporate events. The venue features multiple halls and meeting rooms with state-of-the-art AV equipment, catering facilities, and professional event support. With excellent transport links and city centre location, it provides convenient access for delegates and guests from across the North West region.
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