Chester Town Hall
Chester Town Hall has 3 meeting/event spaces for 40–300 delegates (theatre), largest: Assembly Hall (300).
- Up to 400 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly Hall | 300 | — | 40 | 150 | 50 | — | — | 180 |
| Committee Room 1 | 50 | — | 20 | 30 | 25 | — | — | 45 |
| Committee Room 2 | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
Chester Town Hall is a magnificent Victorian building located in the heart of Chester's historic city centre. Built in 1869, this Grade II listed building features elegant period architecture with high ceilings, ornate decorative features, and original Victorian character throughout. The venue offers multiple event spaces including the grand Assembly Hall with its impressive chandeliers and wooden panelling, smaller committee rooms, and modern meeting facilities. Located within walking distance of Chester's famous Rows shopping galleries and Roman walls, the Town Hall provides a prestigious setting for corporate meetings, civic ceremonies, weddings, and cultural events. The building combines historical grandeur with modern amenities including audio-visual equipment and accessibility features.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Corporate Events
- Civic Ceremonies
- Award Ceremonies
- Training Sessions
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
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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
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Building
- Period Features
- AV Equipment
- Accessible
- City Centre Location
- Parking Nearby
- Public Transport Access
- Grade II Listed
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
Location & getting there
Northgate Street, Chester, CH1 2HJ, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Chester Town Hall is a verified town hall in Chester, hosting up to 400 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, sustainability, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed 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 & cateringNot listed
- BedroomsNot listed
- Sustainability✓ Verified
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Chester Town Hall have?
Chester Town Hall has 3 meeting and event spaces in Chester, seating up to 300 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Chester Town Hall's largest event space?
The largest event space at Chester Town Hall is Assembly Hall, with a maximum capacity of 300 guests.
What conference facilities does Chester Town Hall offer?
Chester Town Hall offers Historic Building, Period Features, AV Equipment, Accessible, Projector, Large Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 400 guests in theatre style, 250 for dinner seating
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment including projection, sound system and stage lighting
Is catering available?
External catering partners available, full kitchen facilities
Is there parking available?
Public parking nearby, some reserved spaces available on request
About Chester Town Hall
Chester Town Hall is a magnificent Victorian building located in the heart of Chester's historic city centre. Built in 1869, this Grade II listed building features elegant period architecture with high ceilings, ornate decorative features, and original Victorian character throughout. The venue offers multiple event spaces including the grand Assembly Hall with its impressive chandeliers and wooden panelling, smaller committee rooms, and modern meeting facilities. Located within walking distance of Chester's famous Rows shopping galleries and Roman walls, the Town Hall provides a prestigious setting for corporate meetings, civic ceremonies, weddings, and cultural events. The building combines historical grandeur with modern amenities including audio-visual equipment and accessibility features.
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