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University Of Central Lancashire

UCLan Campus, Preston, England, PR1 2HE
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About us

Situated in the heart of Preston City Centre, UCLan’s campus makes an ideal venue for meetings, conferences and events in the region. Ranging from full sized tiered theaters /auditorium to informal meeting rooms our venues can be hired individually or as a combination according to your requirements. It contains seating for over 300 delegates, seminar rooms, dining areas and a stunning outdoor feature terrace, enabling delegates to enjoy the extensive grounds whatever the weather. At Westleigh we can cater for all your training and meeting requirements including away days, conferences, exhibitions and lectures. Wider community use functions, such as private dining and weddings, can also be catered for.

Venue Details

Total meeting space41,780 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Standing capacity-
Seating capacity470
Built-
Renovated-
Venue typeEducational facility

Amenities

Facilities

  • Business center
  • Internet access
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Alcohol and catering

  • Onsite catering

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
41,780 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,230.2 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
61
Second largest room
3,369.1 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available
Seating capacity
470
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Leigh Suite
3,196.9 sq. ft.
-
250
--
250
100
-
Lune or Lancaster Room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
-
130
--
130
50
-
Alexandra Room
721.2 sq. ft.
-
48
28
-
48
24
30
Syndicate Rooms
1 sq. ft.
-
40
18
-
40
20
24
Tiered Theatre / Auditorium (Preston City Campus)
1 sq. ft.
-
470
--
470
--
Foster Theatre / Cinema
1,356.3 sq. ft.
-
119
--
119
--
Bull-Pit Theatres / Auditoriums
1,108.7 sq. ft.
-
62
--
62
--
Small Meeting Rooms (Preston City Campus)
1 sq. ft.
-
30
18
-
25
30
18
Medium Meeting Rooms (Preston City Campus)
1 sq. ft.
-
50
30
-
38
50
30

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 42.9 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking

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