Great Hall
The Great Hall is the focus for the University’s ceremonial activities, principally the main degree presentation ceremonies.
Maximum capacity
550 delegates in a theatre style, with an additional flat floored room for break out space.
Venue info
At the heart of campus, the Grade II listed Great Hall combines historic grandeur with modern event flexibility.
Ideal for awards ceremonies, conferences, gala dinners, screenings and live performances, the venue also offers dedicated breakout space, an interlinked suite of rooms and a private outdoor courtyard. With accessible parking nearby and in-house catering, it’s designed to deliver seamless events.
Great Hall
- Impressive heritage hall with built-in stage – perfect for awards dinners, ceremonies, screenings and performances
- Accommodates up to 460 theatre-style or 150 for seated dining
- Balcony level suitable for production, AV control or additional event support
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- Flexible breakout or green room space within the Great Hall building
- Ideal for speaker prep, workshops or smaller parallel sessions
- Conveniently located for smooth event flow alongside main hall activity
Alexander Room
- Intimate room perfect for small meetings, pre-event briefings or VIP lounges
- Flexible layout for board meetings or breakout discussions
- Interlinked with Sugden for expanded space if required
Sugden Room
- Small, adaptable room suited to focused sessions or support functions
- Works well as a quiet breakout or planning space during bigger events
- Opens into Alexander Room to offer flexible combined use
Location
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Contact us
To find out more about the Great Hall, 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].