Lancaster Crown Court
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I've received a letter from this court
A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.
I have a hearing or my claim has been defended
Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.
I can't afford the court fee
Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.
I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once
Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.
I want to clear a paid CCJ
If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).
I won my case but they won't pay
Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.
Opening hours
Court open
Monday to Friday
8:30am to 5pm
Telephone enquiries answered
Monday to Friday
9am to 5pm
Counter open
Monday to Friday
10am to 2pm (at Preston Combined Court)
Services available
Accessibility & facilities
Parking
There are no parking facilities at this building. Disabled parking can be provided bit only by prior arrangement (please contact 01524 64999 to discuss your needs). A limited number of on-street pay and display spaces are located at the front of the Castle, but with a maximum stay of 2 hours. There are 3 public car parks within 300m of the Castle entrance: 1) Railway Station Car Park, LA1 5NW 2) Parksafe Car Park, LA1 1EQ 3) Dallas Road Car Park, LA1 1LD
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Languages
English
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Complaints
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