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About 53 Degrees
53 Degrees is a vibrant on-campus music venue located at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in Preston. Known for hosting both live music and club nights, the venue features two floors with separate bars and a main club room that historically accommodates up to 1,500 across spaces, with the main club room currently hosting standing events for around 400 guests. While shows are primarily standing, a small amount of unreserved bench seating is available on the right during some performances. There isn’t a formal seating chart, so we recommend arriving early to secure your preferred spot.
Whether you’re a local music fan or visiting students, 53 Degrees offers a casual, unpretentious atmosphere with a storied history of acts like Lostprophets, The Enemy, and Kasabian gracing the stage. It’s a dependable choice for a night out that combines campus energy with the thrill of live performances.
Getting there is straightforward. The venue sits on Brook Street at the UCLan Preston campus, with free parking in University car parks adjacent to the venue after 6pm. For those relying on public transport, 53 Degrees is near bus stops U1 and U2, with routes such as 23, 31, 35, 43, 61, and 68 serving the area. Preston railway station is conveniently located for those traveling from further afield. Nearby hotels provide convenient stays; Premier Inn Preston Central on Fox Street is within walking distance, among other Preston options. If you’re planning a night out, we’ve got you covered with easy access to nearby dining and lodging to pair with your show. Secure your seats through our easy, straightforward process—we’re your friend in the ticket business, ready to help you grab a great night out at 53 Degrees.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: main club room ~400; historically two spaces with capacities of 1,500 and 400.
- Address: 53 Degrees, Brook Street, Preston, PR1 7BQ, United Kingdom.
- Venue type: on-campus Students' Union venue at UCLan, with two floors and separate bars; hosts live music and club nights.
- Seating: all shows are standing events; small amount of unreserved bench seating on the right; no formal seating chart.
- Parking: free car parking in University car parks adjacent to the venue after 6pm.
- Transit: near UCLan Preston campus; bus stops U1/U2 by 53 Degrees; several bus routes (e.g., 23, 31, 35, 43, 61, 68) serve the area; Preston train station nearby.
- Nearby hotels: Premier Inn Preston Central (Fox Street, PR1 2AB) within walking distance; other Preston hotel options nearby.
- Notable events hosted: has hosted acts such as Lostprophets, The Enemy and Kasabian; venue history includes larger capacity spaces and years of on-campus concerts.