Completely Free Service
No booking fees, no commission, no hidden charges. Our venue-finding service is 100% free for event organisers.
We use cookies to improve your experience.
Hi! Chat with VenuClaw - Your AI venue finding assistant. Get for instant recommendations!
Powered by AI • 25,000+ venues • Instant responses
25,000+ venues worldwide
1 / 5
Champness Hall
📍
Drake Street, Rochdale OL16 1PB, United Kingdom
Conference VenueCommunity Hall
Historic community hall in central Rochdale offering flexible event spaces for meetings, conferences and celebrations.
About This Venue
Champness Hall is a distinguished community venue located in the heart of Rochdale, Greater Manchester. This historic hall, part of the Rochdale Unitarian Church complex, offers versatile event spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and community gatherings. The venue features a main hall with capacity for up to 200 delegates, complemented by smaller meeting rooms and modern facilities. Located on Drake Street in the town center, the hall provides easy access to local amenities, transport links, and parking facilities. The venue combines period character with contemporary amenities, including audio-visual equipment and catering facilities, making it ideal for both corporate events and private celebrations.
Smart Event Journeys™ (coming soon)
This venue will soon include AI-enhanced arrival information, travel insights and attendee feedback via Smart Event Journeys™, powered by Jigsaw Conferences.
Find out what this meansTry VenuClaw — our AI venue assistant
Describe your event and get instant venue recommendations. Available 24/7.
Indicative Budget
£4,500–£8,500
Typical day-delegate event for ~100 guests
Capacity (max)
200
Typical attendees
100
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (100 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.
Capacity
200
Maximum Capacity
180
Theatre Style
200
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Main Hall | 150 | 180 | 40 | 50 | 100 | |
Committee Room | 25 | 30 | 12 | 15 | 20 |
2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 180 people
Features & Amenities
✓Free WiFi
✓AV equipment
✓Kitchen facilities
✓Accessible entrance
✓Central heating
✓Natural lighting
✓Flexible seating arrangements
✓Stage area
📐 Space Specifications
400
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
Professional Community Hall space
🍽️ Food & Catering
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
Full catering service available
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Projector
✓Screen
✓PA System
✓Microphones
✓Wi-Fi
✓Stage lighting
🎯 Suitable For
📋Community gatherings
📋Meetings
📋Training workshops
📋Private celebrations
📋Cultural events
♿ Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible entrance✓Accessible toilet facilities✓Hearing loop available
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
Rochdale railway station 0.8 miles. Regular bus services on Drake Street. Manchester Airport 25 miles via M62/M60.
🅿️ Parking
Nearby parking available
Public car parks within 200m including Drake Street Car Park and Town Hall Car Park. On-street parking available with time restrictions.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
14 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
180
theatre
40
boardroom
100
classroom
50
u shape
120
cabaret
200
reception
150
dining
140
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests for seated events, 150 for dining
What AV equipment is available?
Built-in PA system, projector and screen, wireless microphones available
Is catering available?
Kitchen facilities available, external catering permitted
Is there parking available?
On-street parking available, nearby public car park
Location & Contact
📍 Address
Drake Street
OL16 1PB, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
Conference VenueMeeting RoomsWedding VenueEvent Space
💡 Tip: Choose your preferred navigation app above to get turn-by-turn directions to the venue.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Up to 200 guests for seated events, 150 for dining
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Built-in PA system, projector and screen, wireless microphones available
Q: Is catering available?
A: Kitchen facilities available, external catering permitted
Q: Is there parking available?
A: On-street parking available, nearby public car park
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏛️Museum
🏛️
Rochdale Heritage Centre
0.3 km (0.2 mi)
🏛️
Manchester Museum Complex
18.5 km (11.5 mi)
🏰Historic Site
🏰
Town Hall Historical Building
0.4 km (0.25 mi)
🌳Gardens
🌳
Healey Dell Nature Reserve
4.2 km (2.6 mi)
🌳
Hollingworth Lake Country Park
6.8 km (4.2 mi)
🎭Theatre
🎭
Opera House Theatre
19.2 km (11.9 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Our expert team is here to help you find the perfect venue.
Looking for venues in Rochdale?
Free service. Multiple quotes. Average response: 2 hours.
Related Resources
Related searches
conference venue in rochdaleRochdale conference venuesRochdale event spacesRochdale meeting roomsbanqueting halls in rochdaleprivate dining rooms rochdalecorporate event venues rochdalewedding venues rochdaleRochdale function roomsconference venue near Rochdalebest venues in rochdaleRochdale seminar rooms
Similar spaces
Verified
Conference Centre
Norton Grange Hotel
📍Rochdale
🧍Up to 200
Verified
Meeting Rooms
Flying Horse Hotel
📍Rochdale
🧍Up to 200
Verified
Business Hotel
Premier Inn Rochdale
📍Rochdale
🧍Up to 40
Budget Hotel
The John Milne Travel Inn
📍Rochdale
🧍Up to 60
Verified
Historic Venue
Rochdale Town Hall
📍Rochdale
🧍Up to 600
Verified
Historic Venue
Rochdale Town Hall
📍Rochdale
🧍Up to 600
Manage this venue?
Venue managers can update photos, descriptions, capacity details and respond to enquiries directly.
Claim this listingInterested in this venue?
Avg response 3h • Verified owner
Download venue pack (PDF)Own this venue? Claim it✅ Free venue finding service
✅ No booking fees
✅ Expert support
Why Choose InternationalVenues
No Booking Fees
Completely free service
20+ Years Experience
640,000+ successful events
Expert Team
Personalized venue finding
Best Price Guarantee
Lowest rates guaranteed
Quick Response
Quotes within 2-4 hours
24/7 Support
Always here to help
24,990
UK Venues
4.8★
Average Rating
640k+
Events Booked
Loved by event planners
Industry leader since 2003
Similar Venues You May Like
Find More Venues in Rochdale
Why Event Planners Choose InternationalVenues
Finding the perfect venue in Rochdale shouldn't cost you anything. We combine AI technology with 20 years of expertise to match you with the right space — completely free.
AI-Powered Venue Matching
VenuClaw, our AI assistant, analyses your requirements and shortlists the best-fit venues in seconds — not hours.
25,000+ Verified Venues
The UK's largest independently verified venue database. Every listing includes capacity, pricing, and room-by-room breakdowns.
Quotes Within 2 Hours
Submit one brief, receive multiple tailored quotes. Our expert team responds within 2 hours during business hours.
Per-Room Space Comparisons
Compare meeting rooms side-by-side with capacity layouts, dimensions, and day rates before you even enquire.
ISO 27001 Certified
20+ years in the industry. ISO 27001 certified. Trusted by 640,000+ event organisers and corporate PAs.
Ready to find your venue?
One brief. Multiple quotes. Zero cost.
InternationalVenues.com is operated by Jigsaw Conferences Ltd, a leading UK venue-finding agency since 2003. ISO 27001 certified. Working towards SOC 2. Members of IATA, ABPCO, and the MIA. Compare 25,000+ venues, get free proposals, or try VenuClaw AI.
Champness Hall
Interested in this venue?
