Five Summer BBQ Party Venues

Corporate Christmas Parties: Top 10 Tips for Perfection

6 Networking Venues That'll Seal the Deal

Workshop 'til You Drop: Team-Building at Carousel

Venue Review: Raven's Ait Island

Venue Review: Somerset House

Venue Review: The Army & Navy Club

EventLAB Series: Introducing the Event

North Yorkshire offers a splendid backdrop for formal events, with venues that exude elegance and professionalism. When selecting a venue, consider accessibility, capacity, and the ambience that aligns with your event's prestige. These venues are ideal for galas, award ceremonies, and corporate gatherings where impression matters.

Discover unique venues like the contemporary Hepworth Wakefield Gallery, or host events in the Victorian splendor of Scarborough Spa, both offering distinctive spaces that blend heritage with modern amenities for unforgettable gatherings.

ARCHITECTURE

Experience live music at Scarborough Open Air Theatre, the largest outdoor concert venue in the UK, or enjoy thrilling performances at York's Grand Opera House. Perfect for energizing corporate events or lively social gatherings.

ENTERTAINMENT

Explore the magic of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, a heritage steam line perfect for themed events. Bond over team-building at Camp Hill Estate's outdoor adventures, or indulge in culinary delights at York's Chocolate Story tours.

THINGS TO DO

North Yorkshire offers a serene backdrop for any event, with its rolling countryside and historic charm. Event planners will find a range of venues from grand castles to modern conference centers. For those with an interest in architecture, the area boasts impressive structures such as the Ripon Cathedral, with its Gothic features, and the ruins of Fountains Abbey, a World Heritage Site that provides a stunning outdoor setting for special occasions.

The region is also home to the Harrogate Convention Centre, a leading exhibition space known for its Edwardian architecture and state-of-the-art facilities. It can accommodate up to 2,000 people, making it suitable for large conferences or trade shows. Additionally, the Yorkshire Event Centre offers 6,270 square meters of flexible event space, set within the 250-acre Great Yorkshire Showground.

For more intimate gatherings, the Merchant Adventurers' Hall in York, dating back to the 14th century, presents a unique atmosphere with its timbered hall and stained glass. The National Railway Museum in York also provides an unconventional venue, where guests can dine among historic trains.

Ease of access is a key benefit in North Yorkshire, with good road and rail links connecting it to major cities like Leeds and Manchester. This connectivity, combined with the area's natural beauty and historic venues, makes North Yorkshire an appealing choice for event organizers looking to create memorable experiences.

North Yorkshire

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

TRANSPORT

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

Discover prestigious Formal Event Venues in North Yorkshire for corporate gatherings and galas. Ensure your event's success with the perfect setting.

Formal Event Venues in North Yorkshire

Formal Event Venues

A historic luxury hotel in Manchester with 14 conference rooms, natural light, and disabled access.

It benefits from natural light, air conditioning, and disabled access, making The Trafford at The Midland Hotel an exceptional choice for your wedding celebration. Nestled in the heart of Manchester, this iconic venue combines stunning original features with modern amenities, creating a romantic atmosphere for your special day. With a dedicated team ready to assist, you can enjoy seamless planning and execution. Guests can indulge in luxurious accommodations, exquisite dining options, and unwind at the bar and lounge. The Trafford also offers access to a gym, relaxation pool, and spa, ensuring a memorable experience for you and your loved ones. Celebrate your love story in style at The Trafford, where elegance meets comfort in one of Manchester's most prestigious locations.

Elegant banquet hall at The Trafford, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

sibm5rghnib.png

Elegant event space at The Trafford, Midland Hotel for conferences and meetings.

1h50fyce3wz.jpg

znd3hzmpprq.jpg

n1lxvffkgnu.jpg

Wedding

Weddings

The Trafford

Manchester

The Midland Hotel

A playful, modern hotel in central Manchester, ideal for private events and parties up to 400 guests.

A stand-out spot in the heart of the city, Treehouse Manchester is the perfect backdrop for private events and parties of up to 400 people. 

Willow at Treehouse Hotel Manchester, modern venue with greenery for corporate events.

xvfrbip303d.png

4wu1mfjnofk.jpg

5edlkjvkjll.jpg

vniusikoy5e.jpg

4uwq0xlldfm.jpg

xjypyskbihc.jpg

1rqe15wxd4s.jpg

rt2egp3oph3.jpg

0f1ky1ui0kt.jpg

y3s2w3vepy4.jpg

pmmxeyqlp00.jpg

a0d5q1legok.jpg

Theatre

Business

Willow

Treehouse Hotel Manchester

A vibrant venue for corporate events and parties, featuring games, cocktails, and DJs.

Been given the job of your next corporate shindig? Help is here! At Boom Battle Bar Leeds, we offer dynamic party packages tailored for business use, perfect for team building, away days, or whole venue hire. Our vibrant space accommodates groups of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large company celebrations. Whether you're planning a summer party, Christmas bash, or a monthly meet-up, our diverse options ensure an unforgettable experience. Enjoy epic games, delicious street food, and expertly crafted cocktails, all while our DJs keep the energy high. If our set packages don’t quite fit your vision, our bespoke options allow you to customize every detail, ensuring your team has an epic time. With complimentary Wi-Fi and a lively atmosphere, Boom Battle Bar Leeds is the ultimate destination for your next corporate event. Elevate your gatherings and create lasting memories with us!

Vibrant event space with neon lighting for parties in Boom Battle Bar Leeds.

gmt2bevzm1m.jpg

Vibrant Boom Battle Bar Leeds with neon lights, ideal for nightlife events and parties.

cvfmxmsoojr.jpg

Vibrant event space with neon lights for networking and team-building in Leeds.

iwx0cisvjy3.jpg

Vibrant party packages in Boom Battle Bar Leeds with neon decor and disco ball.

01ldephqldd.jpg

Party Packages at Boom Battle Bar Leeds with vibrant decor for corporate events and gatherings.

znne1eu5qe3.jpg

qbi3kdtifjc.jpg

uozutpo0mz4.jpg

5tup3ykmzwb.jpg

h3gf2unbr20.jpg

j4nympg3utc.jpg

z0i2nfpi1a4.jpg

qirgxnuy23t.jpg

yskr0tauu0x.jpg

c4o3b30gjsu.jpg

2cqypl0z32w.jpg

uv30n3u0ysk.jpg

4jegf3vg5dj.jpg

2q3el4weddm.jpg

5vgk5i5103a.jpg

Buffet

Party Packages

Leeds

Boom Battle Bar Leeds

A contemporary event space with stunning views, private bar, and balcony. Ideal for celebrations.

The Compass Room is a unique and contemporary space, privately located on the fourth floor. The room offers stunning views of the surrounding Quays, of which can also be enjoyed from the rooms private balcony. With its own private bar and stunning lighting rig,  it offers the perfect space for conferences. dinner, receptions and Christmas parties. 



Elegant event space in The Compass Room, perfect for upscale gatherings and networking.

3iennmmr001.jpg

Elegant event space in The Compass Room, ideal for galas and corporate gatherings.

kzlbramkp0o.jpg

Elegant event space in The Compass Room, perfect for formal dinners and networking.

os3og11iorq.jpg

traf2yospd4.jpeg

bhwqtydwqjn.jpeg

4rckujdkjof.jpg

fmpzacvh00z.jpg

Reception

Events

The Compass Room

Lowry

A grand, restored gothic space for large events in East Manchester. Ideal for banquets and receptions.

The Great Nave at The Monastery Manchester is a large, beautiful space that’s also very functional and flexible, catering for a wide range of events including Christmas parties, private dining, banqueting or large-scale drinks receptions.  This spectacular piece of ecclesiastical architecture has been restored to its former glory. The room can accommodate 450 guests in a banqueting style, or 320 people in a cabaret style.

Great Nave, Monastery Manchester: elegant event space with round tables for formal gatherings.

hjiotqvihjf.jpeg

Great Nave, Monastery Manchester: elegant floral decor for upscale weddings and events.

kb30vxtdgsc.jpeg

Elegant banquet hall in Great Nave, The Monastery Manchester, ideal for weddings and events.

ycod5oqbkhs.jpeg

54mnj53fawc.jpg

Great Nave

The Monastery Manchester

A vast industrial event space in Manchester, hosting up to 5,000 for shows, conferences, and more.

Draped head to toe in industrialist aesthetic, The Cotton Sheds regularly host enthralling shows and conferences with as many as eight separate areas and room for up to 5,000 people. 

Shed A, our most famous space has been home to events produces by top brands: Nike, Heineken, Jeep, The Northern Powerhouse Partnership and BBC Radio Music festival. This vast area within The Cotton Sheds is perfect for launches, conferences, dinners, sporting events and music shows. Sheds B, C, D, E, F and G can be hired collectively as breakout rooms, separate catering areas or exhibition space. 

Event setup at Victoria Warehouse with dramatic lighting and sleek vehicle for product launch.

imtf4dblgoj.jpg

Cotton Sheds event space with colorful containers, ideal for corporate and creative events.

arwmcaznpuh.jpg

Elegant event setup at The Cotton Sheds, featuring floral centerpieces and ambient lighting.

nnq5gmmig25.jpg

Elegant event space at Victoria Warehouse with round tables for corporate galas.

buhpydy242h.jpg

Vibrant event space at The Cotton Sheds, ideal for festivals and trade shows.

gb3p1roajwc.jpg

acfe1fzogwu.jpg

x10higfaz5o.jpg

cdo2l4s2kkz.jpg

byg3gthtd3n.jpg

xbqwky0maea.jpg

sluoqgdwxow.jpg

g3sevrdxxor.jpeg

nyjdmwviujf.jpg

r1js4anatzi.jpeg

ys533ukvno4.jpg

1w553kx2dnb.jpg

x1yaxcz4wiv.jpg

1rckhc1qqq3.jpg

4f13ibn3kfj.jpg

hrbfolqaifd.jpg

miqnlpm303e.png

soww3mpex14.jpg

qsjys5xzhmj.jpg

wefkgvso241.jpg

prwpjdrawz1.jpg

ujwhif11tab.jpg

wn3cznh5bhk.jpg

btpi2kv2xsg.jpg

tjwer2u54ql.jpg

sdibxgw133q.jpg

avdzdk5satp.jpg

b33gdlsu42c.jpg

hm14vhh2eio.jpg

cxwfbg2423a.jpg

dbuyrjqo2y5.jpg

vu2gxo4tver.jpg

4fqtddtjoef.jpg

4aufivgkias.jpg

mp5oymk5z45.jpg

dfhxlrqyleb.jpg

Standing

The Cotton Sheds

London

Victoria Warehouse 

A versatile, modern event space with mezzanine bar, private balcony, and customizable lighting. Ideal for gala dinners and product launches.

The Point offers a blank canvas to inspire creativity, and can host a wide range of events including  gala dinners, awards evenings, product launches, fashion shows, receptions, birthday parties and wedding receptions. 

Large, full of light, versatile and modern, The Point is an organisers dream venue. Our luxurious facilities include a mezzanine bar overlooking the main suite with frosted windows that can be turned clear to create a WOW factor reveal of the main event space below. 

The space also has several bars, customisable coloured LED lighting and its own private balcony. 


Elegant event space at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford, perfect for galas and corporate events.

s2yascy3cx0.jpg

Vibrant crowd at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford, celebrating a gala event with confetti.

lsdbvfyrd0a.jpg

Vibrant gala event space at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford with elegant tables and stage.

lrj2onjhfve.jpg

Elegant dinner setup at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford for corporate events.

4s5av0dunlf.jpg

Sophisticated event space at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford, ideal for networking and presentations.

he2ef1dzitn.jpg

c2h2ztmbxib.jpg

k3jymhhyf1a.jpg

0zab3itodyb.jpg

b0vv5elubye.jpg

mlj22rabkv2.jpg

5rnsj1addzj.jpg

The Point

Emirates Old Trafford 

The largest event room with an abundance of natural daylight and elegant decor, complete with private terrace and gardens. The room can be split into two smaller rooms for more intimate ceremonies and gatherings. Drinks receptions can be held in the adjoining Rockliffe Lounge.  

Rockliffe Suite at Rockliffe Hall, elegant venue for weddings and upscale events.

5y2evjfcxy1.jpg

Rockliffe Suite with glass atrium, ideal for weddings and upscale events.

gmutulb0cr0.jpg

Rockliffe Suite at Rockliffe Hall, elegant wedding venue with floral decor and natural light.

hmza4rvwhua.jpg

Elegant Rockliffe Suite banquet hall with white linens, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

iwnltoyd5tu.jpg

Elegant Rockliffe Suite banquet hall with chandelier, perfect for weddings and events.