Lancashire Archives Open Day

Is your past closer than you think? Discover how you can access your family and local history with a visit to Lancashire Archives & Local History.
Lancashire Archives is home to millions of historical documents that help tell the remarkable story of Lancashire and its people, dating back to 1115. Join the team to discover how these invaluable collections are preserved and made accessible for future generations in the iconic 1970s Record Office building – a fine example of modernist architecture! Explore how letters, photographs, maps, parish registers and personal archives reveal the lives, experiences and communities that have shaped Lancashire over the centuries with a tour behind the scenes to areas not normally open to the public and full of archive treasures… it could lead you to finding fascinating insights into your ancestry and local history, and who knows what else!

Tours:
10.45 - 11.25
12.35 - 13.15
14.15 - 14.55
15.30 - 16.10
Places are limited to 15 people per tour so click the link to book your space.

Talks are also being held in County Hall Chambers and Christ Church Chapel as well as being open for you to learn more about council services - for more information on these events please see our booking site.

For the first time we'll also be opening up Reflections Restaurant in County Hall giving visitors the chance to relax, reminisce and enjoy some much-loved Lancashire favourites.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

10.45 12.35 14.15 and 15.30

Location & directions

Lancashire Archives, Bow Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2RE

Directions:

Lancashire Archives, Preston PR1 2RE (Entrance via Arthur Street). Public Transport We encourage all attendees to use public transport where possible. The nearest rail station is Preston, from which Lancashire Archives 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 The Arthur Street, car park (postcode PR1 8XB) will be available with a limited number of spaces - parking charges apply.

Contact on day:

Lynn Chadwick

Telephone number:

+447952819030

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Booking is not essential, but please pre-book to ensure your place.

Booking contact name:

Lynn Chadwick

Booking telephone number:

+441772533489

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www6.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/event-details?eventid=4164613

Booking opens:

13 Aug 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

19 Sep 2026 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.

Additional information

Max number of people:

15

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 40 minute(s)

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