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Holiday Inn Lancaster

Holiday Inn Lancaster Waterside Park Caton Road Lancaster, LA1 3RA

Conference centre
·Exhibition
·Hotel
·Training centre
·250 attendees
·156 bedrooms
·8 meeting rooms

The Holiday Inn Lancaster is conveniently located next to the River Lune, just 1 mile from J34 of the M6 Motorway. The hotel completed a £3million full internal refurbishment in June 2016, to include all meeting rooms and public areas including our brand new Open Lobby, complete with its very own Starbucks Café and E-Bar. The hotel boasts 7 spacious meeting rooms which can host from 2 to 160 delegates. Each meeting room has natural daylight and air-conditioning and are fully accessible, ready to accommodate your delegates needs. The hotel also has 156 bedrooms which are available to all delegates on a negotiated conference rate to ease the logistics of your meeting. All delegates will have full use of our state of the art Spirit Health Club and a dedicated conference host to ensure the smooth running of the event.

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Lancaster Town Hall and The Storey

Lancaster Town Hall Dalton Square Lancaster, LA1 1PJ

Conference centre
·Training centre
·750 attendees
·15 meeting rooms

LANCASTER TOWN HALL An iconic landmark in the heart of the city, Lancaster Town Hall offers a stunning selection of historic rooms for every occasion. From elegant ceremonies in the Council Chamber to grand celebrations in the Banqueting Suite or Ashton Hall, this versatile venue combines timeless architecture with modern facilities. Whether you’re planning a wedding, conference, performance, or private event, Lancaster Town Hall provides a truly memorable setting. THE STOREY Located beside Lancaster Castle, The Storey is a vibrant and creative venue perfect for meetings, conferences, exhibitions, and celebrations. With unique spaces including the historic Music Room, the light-filled Gallery, and the flexible Auditorium, The Storey blends heritage charm with contemporary functionality. Whether hosting an intimate meeting or a large-scale event, The Storey offers an inspiring backdrop to bring your ideas to life

Best Western Lothersdale Hotel

320-323 Marine Road Central Morecambe Lancashire, LA4 5AA

Hotel
·200 attendees
·42 bedrooms
·3 meeting rooms

Newly refurbished Hotel featuring the designer inspired and multi-award winning Aspect Bistro. Located within minutes of the M6, Heysham Port, EDF Power Stations and all major business parks within the Lancaster and Morecambe area. Overlooking Morecambe Bay and the Lake District mountains makes us the choice venue to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

Lancaster Conferences and Events

CETAD Building Bowland Avenue North Lancaster University Lancaster Lancashire North West England, LA1 4YW

Academic
·Conference centre
·Green venue
·Training centre
·800 attendees
·80 bedrooms
·4 meeting rooms

Located at the heart of the UK Lancaster University Conferences and Events+ offer more than a dozen venues– ready to host everything from keynote conferences and training courses, to team-building getaways. They are committed to sustainability and are incredibly proud of their low carbon technologies on campus. Whatever your needs, they’re here to help. They have the perfect space for a broad range of events. Rooms for meetings, halls for banquets, suites for receptions and theatres for lectures. They have meeting facilities and 80 dedicated guest rooms available all year round, rising to space for 600 delegates during the Easter and Summer periods. Vacation availability - April, July, August, September. At this venue some amazing outdoor spaces are available for you to host your event. Meeting outdoors can re-energise your team. The natural daylight is a perfect way to boost delegate productivity. Set in 560 acres of parkland we have the luxury of large spaces to be creative with. Lancaster University Conferences and Events+ are delighted to announce we have obtained our Platinum Award status with Greengage Solution’s ECO-Smart accreditation. The wind turbine on campus produces 11-17% of the university's electricity and demonstrates our commitment to carbon reduction and sustainability. Lancaster Conferences and Events+ have produced a video to showcase their key venues, facilities and services on campus. Watch the video -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL_a5xlhaLc

Lancaster Campus University of Cumbria

University of Cumbria Bowerham Road Lancaster, LA1 3JD

Academic

The meeting rooms at Lancaster have excellent A/V facilities. As standard each room is equipped with PC with internet access and projector. The Hugh Pollard Lecture Theatre has recently been upgraded and is able to offer video conference facilities, DVD and VHS projection, internet access, PA and lectern mounted microphone and an interactive audience voting system. We are confident we can meet all your IT needs and will even arrange IT support for your conference if required. We have two dining rooms. Room 301 can accommodate up to 100 people. It is a light and airy versatile space which is ideal for a drinks reception, chill out zone or small private parties.

Forrest Hills

Forrest Hills Hazelrigg Lane Ellel Lancaster, LA2 0PL

Conference centre
·800 bedrooms
·2 meeting rooms

Text: The perfect venue is a combination of space, service and setting. On all three counts, Forrest Hills excels. Lancaster University’s award-winning facility offers the complete package for corporate events, team building and business meetings. Full of natural wood and stone, it’s a building crammed with character: this is no grey, corporate space, but a beautiful venue designed to blend with its surroundings. And it boasts wonderful surroundings. With a lakeside setting at the edge of the Forest of Bowland, Forrest Hills offers a lush, leafy and scenic setting for a range of events. Across its two rooms, there’s space for up to 70 guests to sit for talks, ceremonies or presentations, as well a charming area for 18 people to meet or mingle – not to mention the spaces and seating area outside, ideal for breaks and refreshments when the sun’s out. With the expert support of events team, we’ll help you make the most of it all, whatever the weather. With the tranquillity and beauty of its setting, it’s easy to forget just how easy it is to reach our Forrest Hills. Located just three miles south of the City of Lancaster, Forrest Hills is easily accessible via road, rail and bicycle and is within 70 miles of Manchester’s International Airport. Offers: Energise your team in a picturesque and unique setting with our residential team building packages. At Lancaster Conferences+, we know a change of environment can make a world of difference. That’s why we offer a fantastic range of group activities for you and your team to enjoy. We can provide you with a fantastic catalogue of team building events, which are sure to engage and motivate your team. From movie making and treasure hunts to raft building and problem solving, we have an assortment of indoor and outdoor group activities. We run all of our team building packages as closed private groups. This means we can tailor make your sessions to meet your requirements and provide you with a charming environment that is exclusively yours.

The Midland

The Midland Marine Road West Morecambe Lancashire, LA4 5AH

Conference centre
·Country house
·Exhibition
·Green venue
·Hotel
·Training centre
·140 attendees
·99 bedrooms
·5 meeting rooms

A lovingly restored iconic Art Deco hotel, with panoramic views sweeping across Morecambe Bay to the Lakes District makes this a truly stylish setting for any meeting or conference. 44 new boutique style rooms with great working space, excellent comfort and above all style. The Midland is an impressive venue, with superb meeting and event space, fabulous food and quality service. There are 4 individually styled conference rooms offering flexible function space which has been designed to adapt to your needs, whatever the scale of your event. We can design the space around you, giving you a fresh place to meet, think and be inspirational.

The Royal Kings Arms Lancaster

Market Street, Lancaster, LA1 1HP

Hotel
·130 attendees
·55 bedrooms
·3 meeting rooms

The hotel boasts an excellent selection of conference and banqueting facilities which are ideal for training courses, boardroom meetings, seminars and social functions. For special occasions the Crypt bar is also available for private functions. The Menzies Royal Kings Arms stands in the shadow of Lancaster Castle, right in the heart of Lancaster, one of England's most historical cities. This attractive period hotel offers 55 en-suite bedrooms providing guests with every modern facility. The Castle restaurant and bar with its delightful Minstrel's Gallery offers superb cuisine and excellent service, creating the perfect setting for a romantic dinner, family celebrations or a business lunch. 55 en-suite bedrooms including a suite 24 hour room service No smoking rooms Three conference rooms Castle Restaurant Cocktail bar Crypt bar Limited free car parking

Headway Hotel

Marine Road East Morecambe Lancashire, LA4 5AW

Hotel

Welcome to the Headway Hotel, ideally located on the broad sweep of Morecambe's east promenade, with breathtaking views across the magnificent Morecambe Bay to the rolling hills of the Lake District. Conference Facilities are also available at the Hotel. We can cater comfortably for up to 200 delegates. Tailor-make your Conference:- We can seat: •The Garden Restaurant - 200 delegates •Rydal Lounge Ballroom - 200 delegates •Lakeland Suite - 100 delegates There are facilities available for Trade Exhibitions. 70 stands can be accommodated. Our staff are available to use the equipment and assist you. After your conference or Exhibition, why not unwind? We can provide you with entertainment, a disco or a dance.

Borwick Hall

Lancashire County Council PO Box 78 County Hall Fishergate Preston Lancashire PR1 8XJ, PR1 8XJ

Country house
·70 attendees
·6 meeting rooms

Borwick Hall is a unique and beautiful venue offering a wide range of Courses, Conferencing facilities and many Activities for Wellbeing, Team development and Management training which can be enjoyed by all. Borwick Hall is in the heart of the village of Borwick just 2 miles from Junction 35 on the M6. Situated close to the Cumbrian border it also offers easy access to the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Hills. Visitors include schools, colleges, teachers, Youth and Community groups, retail businesses and local government officers. Our programmes can be tailored to suit any group. Superb meeting rooms and conference facilities are available offering modern technology in a historic setting. Comprising the original Manor House dating back to the 14th Century, East, West and North Beckside Lodges, The Stables, The Gatehouse and The Bungalow. Set in 18 acres of beautiful grounds amid open countryside, the complex exudes history and offers something for everyone. Whilst Borwick Hall is a truly historic place to visit, the dedicated Centre staff are definitely 21st Century material. All of them are fully qualified with your safety and enjoyment being the main priority. The centre's ethos is that of team building with a holistic approach.

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Venues in Lancaster

Looking for conference venues in Lancaster? Conferences UK connects you with the city’s best hotels, historic buildings, and academic spaces. From elegant heritage venues to modern university facilities, Lancaster offers a unique mix of tradition and innovation for conferences, meetings, and corporate events. Our free venue-finding service helps you compare options, check availability, and book the perfect venue quickly and easily.

## Why Host a Conference in Lancaster

Set between the Lake District and the Lancashire coast, Lancaster is a beautiful and well-connected destination for business events. The city enjoys excellent transport links, with direct rail services to London, Manchester, and Glasgow, as well as easy access via the M6. As a centre of education, research, and creativity, Lancaster is home to thriving business sectors in digital, energy, and higher education. Delegates can enjoy a compact city centre filled with character, high-quality hotels, and scenic surroundings — perfect for balancing work and leisure.

Popular Venue Types in Lancaster

City hotels with conference suites and accommodation
Historic civic buildings and cultural spaces for formal events
University and academic facilities for seminars and training
Modern business centres for workshops and team meetings
Country and riverside venues for corporate retreats

Our Top Conference Venues in Lancaster

Holiday Inn Lancaster: Located on the banks of the River Lune, this modern hotel offers seven fully equipped meeting rooms for up to 130 delegates. With free parking, high-speed Wi-Fi, and flexible catering, it’s ideal for day meetings, training sessions, and residential conferences, just minutes from the M6.
Lancaster Town Hall and The Storey: Two of the city’s most distinctive heritage venues. Lancaster Town Hall features grand function rooms and a large ballroom suitable for conferences and formal dinners. The Storey, a creative and cultural hub near the castle, offers flexible meeting spaces and exhibition areas ideal for workshops, networking events, and presentations.
Lancaster Campus, University of Cumbria: Offering a mix of lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and breakout spaces, the university’s campus provides professional facilities for training days, educational events, and corporate learning sessions. With on-site parking, catering, and AV support, it’s a practical and affordable choice for organisers seeking an academic setting.

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At Conferences UK, we make it easy to find and book venues in Lancaster. Our expert team handles research, comparisons, and rate negotiations — all at no cost. Whether you need a small meeting room or an ample conference space, we’ll match you with the best venues for your event.

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