Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre
Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre has 3 meeting/event spaces for 30–200 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Hall (200).
- Up to 250 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Hall | 200 | — | 60 | 140 | 80 | — | — | 300 |
| Executive Suite | 80 | — | 30 | 60 | 35 | — | — | 120 |
| Boardroom | 30 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 50 |
At a glance
Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre is a contemporary venue located in Darwen, Lancashire, offering comprehensive hospitality and event services. This purpose-built facility combines comfortable hotel accommodation with extensive conference and meeting facilities, making it ideal for corporate events, training sessions, weddings, and social gatherings. The venue features modern guest rooms, multiple meeting spaces of varying sizes, and professional event services including catering and audio-visual equipment. Situated in the heart of Lancashire with easy access to the M65 motorway, the hotel provides convenient transport links to Manchester, Preston, and Blackburn while maintaining a peaceful setting away from city center congestion. The conference centre is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and flexible room configurations to accommodate events from intimate board meetings to large conferences and celebrations. With its combination of professional facilities, comfortable accommodation, and experienced event management team, Astley Bank serves as a premier venue choice for business and leisure events in the North West region.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Training Sessions
- Weddings
- Private Parties
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Guest Rooms
- Conference Facilities
- Meeting Rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- AV Equipment
- Free WiFi
- Parking
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Disabled toilets
Location & getting there
Astley Bank, Darwen, BB3 0QX, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre is a verified hotel & conference centre in Darwen, hosting up to 250 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, hybrid and streamed events, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 95/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre have?
Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre has 3 meeting and event spaces in Darwen, seating up to 200 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre's largest event space?
The largest event space at Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre is Main Conference Hall, with a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
What conference facilities does Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre offer?
Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre offers Guest Rooms, Conference Facilities, Meeting Rooms, Restaurant, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Main conference room holds up to 250 guests theatre style, 180 classroom style, 120 cabaret style
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment included with projector, sound system, wireless microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services with restaurant-quality meals, refreshments, and dietary requirements catered for
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking for 80+ vehicles with additional overflow parking available
About Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre
Astley Bank Hotel & Conference Centre is a contemporary venue located in Darwen, Lancashire, offering comprehensive hospitality and event services. This purpose-built facility combines comfortable hotel accommodation with extensive conference and meeting facilities, making it ideal for corporate events, training sessions, weddings, and social gatherings. The venue features modern guest rooms, multiple meeting spaces of varying sizes, and professional event services including catering and audio-visual equipment. Situated in the heart of Lancashire with easy access to the M65 motorway, the hotel provides convenient transport links to Manchester, Preston, and Blackburn while maintaining a peaceful setting away from city center congestion. The conference centre is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and flexible room configurations to accommodate events from intimate board meetings to large conferences and celebrations. With its combination of professional facilities, comfortable accommodation, and experienced event management team, Astley Bank serves as a premier venue choice for business and leisure events in the North West region.
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