Chapel Talks – Christ Church Chapel, Preston

Join Conservation and Collections Manager, Heather Davis for a rare chance to step inside the extraordinary chapel designed in the spirit of 1960s modernism. Uncover facts about this historic building, its heritage and role as the county council Chapel.

Places must be pre-booked and are limited to 30 per talk. Entrance via Bow Lane.

Tuesday 16th September
5.15pm – 5.45pm – talk 1
6.15pm – 6.45pm – talk 2

Saturday 20th September
10.45am – 11.15am – talk 1
12.15pm – 12.45pm – talk 2
2pm – 2.30pm – talk 3

Additional talks in the Council Chamber and tours of Lancashire Archives also available at our event on Saturday 20th September - see booking link for details.

Timings & Tours

Tuesday 16 September:

Various times - see below for full details

Saturday 20 September:

Various times - see below for full details

Location & directions

Christ Church Chapel, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8XJ

Directions:

Christ Church Chapel, Preston PR1 8XJ (Entrance via Bow Lane). Public Transport We encourage all attendees to use public transport where possible. The nearest rail station is Preston, which is less than a 5-minute walk. Preston Bus Station is a 10-15 minute walk. Use the Preston Journey Planner here: https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/roads-parking-and-travel/ Parking A limited number of pay and display spaces are available on Pitt Street. The closest alternative car park is Fishergate Shopping Centre (PR1 8HJ) 780 spaces, this car park is privately operated, and charges apply.

Contact on day:

Amy Hughes

Telephone number:

+447542508791

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

*All talks and tours must be pre-booked via our event site* Chapel Talks – Christ Church Chapel Places are limited to 30 per talk. Entrance via Bow Lane.

Booking website:

https://www6.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/all-events?service=ALL&q=chherods&matchOn=any

Booking opens:

12 Aug 2025 02:00 PM

Booking closes:

20 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

We will do our best to fulfil your requirements to allow you to fully participate in this event. If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know as you book your space or speak to staff on arrival if you need any assistance. Christ Church Chapel is accessible for wheelchair users when entering via Bow Lane reception – please ask staff on arrival to be directed via the appropriate route.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

30

Est. tour duration:

0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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