The Exchange

The Exchange is a dedicated conference and events venue in central Preston, located on the top floor of County Hall. It provides a practical setting for organisers planning conferences, meetings, training days, seminars, exhibitions, networking sessions and corporate gatherings.

The venue has a selection of adaptable suites and meeting rooms for different group sizes. Smaller rooms are suitable for board meetings, workshops, interviews and breakout sessions, while the larger Savoy Suite can accommodate up to 150 delegates in a theatre-style layout. Its acoustic partition allows the room to be divided into smaller spaces, making it useful for parallel sessions, syndicate work and flexible event formats. Additional meeting rooms and breakout areas support networking, refreshments and group activities.

Organisers can also make use of on-site catering, with breakfast options, hot and cold lunches, snacks, desserts, tea and coffee. Menus can be adapted to suit dietary requirements, and evening food and beverage options are available on request. A dedicated conference team supports clients from the initial enquiry through to the delivery of the event, while technical professionals can assist with event set-up and conferencing requirements.

The Exchange also supports virtual and hybrid meetings, including conferences, seminars, workshops, exhibitions and annual general meetings. Its central Preston location offers convenient access to rail and motorway connections, with hotels, shops and restaurants within walking distance. The venue is well suited to organisers seeking an accessible city-centre location for professional events in Lancashire.