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The Harris

Arts venue · Preston

Spaces and services at The Harris

The Harris in the centre of Preston has a Reading Room with natural light, historic furniture and paintings, available for meetings, conferences and events. It is available seven days a week, booked by the full day, half day or hour, with tailored tech packages, free WiFi and catering options.

On offer
Meeting rooms, training rooms, event space and catering.
Holds
Theatre: up to 100 seats. Boardroom: up to 22 seats. Classroom: up to 66 seats. Cabaret: up to 48 seats.

Its page about hiring rooms

Its website: theharris.org.uk

From its own website, read on 26 Oct 2026. Check prices and when it is free with The Harris itself.

Where to find The Harris

Address: Market Square, Preston, PR1 2PP

Area: Preston, Lancashire

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In-person events in the next 30 days within about five miles of The Harris.

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293 schemes are open to businesses in Preston today; 9 of them are only for Preston or Lancashire.

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Rosebud Business Loans

Rosebud Finance

Tailor-made business loans for growing companies in Lancashire, from £25,000 at interest rates up to 14% for up to five years.

Amount
£25,000 to £100,000
Deadline
Open all year
Area
Burnley, Chorley, Fylde, Hyndburn, Lancaster, Pendle, Preston, Ribble Valley, Rossendale, South Ribble, West Lancashire, WyreLocal Landscape rating 8 out of 10
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Preston Council

Reimburses the Living Wage Foundation accreditation fee for Preston employers accrediting for the first time. For micro, small and medium-sized enterprises headquartered in the Preston District, and voluntary sector employers.

Amount
Reimburses the accreditation fee charged by the Living Wage Foundation; amount not stated
Area
PrestonLocal Landscape rating 6 out of 10
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Deadline
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Other places to work and meet in Preston

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    Meeting rooms, training rooms and catering

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