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The Harris
Market Square, Preston, PR1 2PP · Preston
Preston's free museum, art gallery and library in one grand building on Market Square. Children can use the Family Library, which runs Baby Bounce and Rhyme sessions, and Harris Kids runs crafts and holiday activities. It's open as normal while the works around the square go on.
Visitor information
Visitor info
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9am–5pm (Thu until 9pm)Sun 11am–4pm. Holiday hours differ in late December.
- Address
- Market Square, Preston, PR1 2PP
- Price
- Free
- Setting
- Indoor
- Parking
- No on-site parking. Nearest: Preston Bus Station multi-storey (PR1 1DJ); 30 blue badge spaces at Chapel Yard (5 min walk).
- Facilities
- Café · Family Library · Harris Kids activities · Free entry
- Phone
- 01772 905421
Last checked Thu, 22 Oct 2026 · Food nearby, parents’ tips and more in the planner →
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