Preston City Council
Preston City Council has 3 meeting/event spaces for 30–80 delegates (theatre), largest: Council Chamber (80).
- Up to 200 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Council Chamber | 80 | — | 40 | 50 | 35 | — | — | 120 |
| Committee Room A | 40 | — | 20 | 25 | 18 | — | — | 60 |
| Committee Room B | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 14 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
Preston City Council's Town Hall is a distinguished Victorian municipal building located on Lancaster Road in Preston city centre. Built in 1867, this Grade II listed building serves as the administrative headquarters for Preston City Council and offers various meeting rooms and civic spaces for public and private hire. The venue features traditional council chambers, committee rooms, and reception areas with period features including ornate ceilings and stained glass windows. Located in the heart of Preston, the building provides easy access to the city's shopping districts, transport links, and cultural attractions. The venue is suitable for civic functions, formal meetings, small conferences, and community events, combining historic character with modern facilities.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Business Meetings
- Training Sessions
- Community Meetings
- Council Meetings
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
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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
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Historic Building
- City Centre Location
- Accessible Entrance
- Committee Rooms
- Council Chambers
- Reception Areas
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Disabled toilets
Location & getting there
Town Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston, PR1 2RL, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Preston City Council is a verified municipal building in Preston, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, 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 & cateringNot listed
- 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 — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Preston City Council have?
Preston City Council has 3 meeting and event spaces in Preston, seating up to 80 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Preston City Council's largest event space?
The largest event space at Preston City Council is Council Chamber, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
What conference facilities does Preston City Council offer?
Preston City Council offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Historic Building, City Centre Location, Projector, Large Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests in theatre style, 150 in boardroom configuration, 120 in classroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV setup including projection, sound system, wireless microphones and hearing loop
Is catering available?
External catering can be arranged, tea and coffee facilities available
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, additional street parking nearby
About Preston City Council
Preston City Council's Town Hall is a distinguished Victorian municipal building located on Lancaster Road in Preston city centre. Built in 1867, this Grade II listed building serves as the administrative headquarters for Preston City Council and offers various meeting rooms and civic spaces for public and private hire. The venue features traditional council chambers, committee rooms, and reception areas with period features including ornate ceilings and stained glass windows. Located in the heart of Preston, the building provides easy access to the city's shopping districts, transport links, and cultural attractions. The venue is suitable for civic functions, formal meetings, small conferences, and community events, combining historic character with modern facilities.
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