This entertainment complex is a legacy of the 1972 Preston Guild celebrations. It is home to two major venues; the Guild Hall and the Charter Theatre. Together they host a varied programme of events including concerts, musicals, comedy shows, pantomimes and children’s shows, and plays.
Events - What's On - Preston Guild Hall
A selection of upcoming shows and events at Preston Guild Hall are listed below. Tickets can be purchased here.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Thursday 21st February 2019 7:00 pm | DNA Mindreaders |
| Saturday 23rd February 2019 7:30 pm | 80s Live |
| Saturday 2nd March 2019 7:30 pm | Chicago Blues Brothers |
| Tuesday 12th March 2019 7:30 pm | DR John Cooper Clarke the Luckiest Guy Alive Tour |
| Saturday 23rd March 2019 2:30 pm | Sing-A-Long the Greatest Showman |
| Saturday 23rd March 2019 7:00 pm | Sing-A-Long the Greatest Showman |
| Wednesday 27th March 2019 1:30 pm | Horrible Histories - Awful Egyptians |
| Wednesday 27th March 2019 7:30 pm | Sherlock Holmes: the Sign of Four |
| Thursday 28th March 2019 1:30 pm | Horrible Histories - Awful Egyptians |
| Thursday 28th March 2019 1:30 pm | Sherlock Holmes: the Sign of Four |
| Thursday 28th March 2019 7:30 pm | Sherlock Holmes: the Sign of Four |
| Friday 29th March 2019 10:30 am | Horrible Histories - Awful Egyptians |
| Saturday 30th March 2019 6:30 pm | Horrible Histories - Awful Egyptians |
| Sunday 7th April 2019 7:30 pm | Francis Rossi |
| Saturday 13th April 2019 6:00 pm | Evil Blizzard |
| Saturday 13th April 2019 6:00 pm | Nearly Dan |
| Thursday 16th May 2019 7:30 pm | Seven Drunken Nights |
| Wednesday 22nd May 2019 7:30 pm | Mercury - Queen |
| Friday 24th May 2019 7:30 pm | Psychic Sally |
| Sunday 26th May 2019 7:30 pm | Chris Norman - the Original Voice of 'smokie' |
| Sunday 25th August 2019 7:00 pm | From the Jam |
| Friday 13th September 2019 7:30 pm | Boyzlife |
| Saturday 12th October 2019 7:30 pm | The Illegal Eagles |
| Friday 18th October 2019 12:00 pm | Preston Beer Festival |
| Friday 18th October 2019 6:00 pm | Preston Beer Festival |
| Saturday 19th October 2019 12:00 pm | Preston Beer Festival |
| Saturday 19th October 2019 6:00 pm | Preston Beer Festival |
| Friday 15th November 2019 6:30 pm | The Gin & Rum Festival |
| Saturday 16th November 2019 12:30 pm | The Gin & Rum Festival |
| Saturday 16th November 2019 6:30 pm | The Gin & Rum Festival |
More events may be listed on the official Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre website (see the information section at the end of this page).
Events - What's On - Charter Theatre
A selection of upcoming shows and events at Charter Theatre are listed below. Tickets can be purchased here.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Friday 22nd March 2019 3:00 pm | Remembering The Movies |
| Saturday 30th March 2019 7:30 pm | Drifters |
| Wednesday 3rd April 2019 7:30 pm | Charlie Landsborough |
| Saturday 6th April 2019 7:30 pm | Rolling Stones Story |
| Tuesday 30th April 2019 7:00 pm | Wet Wet Wet |
| Thursday 23rd May 2019 8:00 pm | Stewart Francis - Into the Punset |
| Friday 24th May 2019 7:30 pm | Psychic Sally |
| Sunday 20th October 2019 7:30 pm | The Nutcracker |
| Friday 15th November 2019 8:00 pm | Count Arthur Strong - Is There Anybody Out There? |
More events may be listed on the official Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre website (see the information section at the end of this page).
Ticket Office
Bookings can be made by calling the booking office on 01772 804444. Tickets can also be purchased online at the official website or from Ticketmaster.
Seating Plans and Capacity
The Guild Hall has a capacity of 2,034 while the Charter Theatre boasts 780 seats on two levels. Detailed seating plans are available on the official website.
Location and Parking
The complex is situated on Lancaster Road in Preston city centre (postcode PR1 1HT). Nearby paid car parking is available on the car park above Preston Bus Station, directly linked to the venue.
Nearby Attractions
Tourist attractions and things to do near Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre include:
- Harris Museum and Art Gallery (0.1 miles) - The largest gallery space in Lancashire.
- Avenham Park (0.5 miles) - Beautiful park in Preston city centre.
Nearby Shoppping
Places to shop near Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre include:
- St George’s Shopping Centre (0.2 miles) - The biggest shopping centre in Preston.
- Fishergate Shopping Centre (0.4 miles) - Stores include Argos, TK Maxx, Debenhams, and Primark.
Nearby Hotels
Hotels near Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre include:
- Holiday Inn Preston (0.2 miles)
Nearby Transport Links
Transport links near Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre include:
- Preston Bus Station (0.1 miles) - One of the most controversial buildings in North West England.
Nearby Train Stations
Train stations near Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre include:
- Preston Train Station (0.5 miles) - Train station in Preston city centre.
Map
Map showing location of Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre.
Details
Preston Guild Hall and Charter Theatre
Address and postcode
Lancaster Road
Preston
Lancashire
United Kingdom
PR1 1HT
anon says
I’ve been to see a few bands, shows and comedians there, including Girls Aloud and Jim Davidson. There is always plenty going on throughout the year.
charlie says
I went to see McFly here the other night and it was the best concert I’ve ever been to. Lil Chris who supported them was also good.