Make your Meetings Memorable at The Harris

Published 25 August 2026
by rachel

Are you looking for a memorable meeting space to inspire creativity and teamwork? Well look no further as The Harris Reading Room is a distinctive and exciting setting with natural light, historic furniture, remarkable paintings, and the beautifully restored Alexander Frieze.

The Harris Reading Room is a unique and exciting space for a conference, blending culture and creativity which will spark new ideas amongst yourself and your team.

The room is available 7 days a week and bookings are available at full day, half day or hourly rates, making it the perfect, adaptable setting for your conference depending on your needs. Additionally, we provide tailored tech packages, complimentary WiFi and The Harris branded stationary. With a range of flexible layout options available, our versatile space can host up to 100 people. 

Meeting Room Options:

  • Theatre: Up to 100 seats.
  • Boardroom: Up to 22 seats.
  • Classroom: Up to 66 seats.
  • Cabaret: Up to 48 seats.

We also provide comprehensive and tasty catering options to keep your delegates refreshed and energised throughout the day, ensuring your event runs smoothly from start to finish. For example, we cater hot or cold breakfast options, lunch buffets from sandwiches to canapes, afternoon tea and drinks throughout the day. Check out our full menu for pricing and more options here.

The Harris is a Grade I listed building in the heart of Preston’s city centre which means transport is easy. There is parking available nearby and public transport such as buses and trains to the city centre available for yourself and your team. 

To hire this creative space, enquire about pricing, and to explore our day delegate package, head over to our Venue Hire page or call 01772 258248.

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