Maurice Keyworth

A contemporary event venue on the western side of the University of Leeds campus, Maurice Keyworth offers flexible meeting spaces, modern AV technology and a professional environment ideal for conferences, meetings and corporate events.

Venue info

Located just a short walk from Leeds city centre and key transport links, Maurice Keyworth provides a modern and versatile setting for conferences, training events and multi-room programmes.

The venue combines flexible breakout spaces with high-spec AV technology, creating an environment designed to support engaging and productive events. 

It features a 197-seat lecture theatre with a collaborative horseshoe layout, alongside 11 breakout rooms suitable for workshops, training sessions and smaller meetings.

A bright central foyer offers an ideal space for registration, catering and networking, while the roof terrace provides an additional informal area for delegates to connect. 

  • Maximum capacity

    Accommodates up to 160 in ‘courtroom’ style configuration.

  • 12 Large breakout rooms

    2 boardrooms and 10 seminar rooms, all wheelchair accessible – perfect for self-contained events.

  • Networking space

    The foyer area is the perfect space for support catering or evening drinks receptions.

Maurice Keyworth lecture theatre

Lecture theatre

  • Seats up to 197 delegates in a distinctive horseshoe layout, designed to encourage engagement and discussion
  • Integrated Catchbox microphone system for seamless audience interaction
  • High-spec AV and presentation technology for professional delivery
  • Excellent sightlines and acoustics for an enhanced delegate experience
  • Ideal for keynote sessions, large presentations and panel discussions
Maurice Keyworth breakout space

Breakout spaces

  • 11 versatile breakout rooms accommodating 18–114 delegates (cabaret layout)
  • Fully equipped with modern AV technology for presentations and workshops
  • Ideal for parallel sessions, group work and smaller meetings
  • Flexible configurations to support different event requirements
  • Located close to main spaces for easy delegate movement
Maurice Keyworth Terrace

Additional features

  • Bright, spacious foyer ideal for registration and welcome areas
  • Roof terrace offering a unique space for networking or informal breaks
  • Contemporary, professional environment throughout

Location

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Contact us

To find out more about the Business School, arrange a site visit or discuss your specific requirements, complete a short form or contact our dedicated Conferences and Events team – call us on 0113 343 6100 or email us at [email protected]