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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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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Council Chamber | 80 | — | 40 | 50 | 35 | — | — |
| Committee Room A | 40 | — | 20 | 25 | 18 | — | — |
| Committee Room B | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 14 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire rates available on application. Discounted rates may apply for community groups and registered charities.
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Town Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston, PR1 2RL, United Kingdom
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Preston City Council is a verified municipal building in Preston, hosting up to 200 guests, with day delegate rates from £190. Its genome scores highest 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.
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Up to 200 guests in theatre style, 150 in boardroom configuration, 120 in classroom style
Full AV setup including projection, sound system, wireless microphones and hearing loop
External catering can be arranged, tea and coffee facilities available
Limited on-site parking available, additional street parking nearby
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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