County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle
County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle has 3 meeting/event spaces for 50–300 delegates (theatre), largest: Grand Ballroom (300).
- Up to 400 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
Capacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Ballroom | 300 | — | 40 | 150 | 50 | — | — | 200 |
| Executive Suite | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — | 80 |
| Conference Room A | 50 | — | 16 | 25 | 20 | — | — | 50 |
At a glance
The County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle is a distinguished 4-star hotel located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, directly opposite Central Station. This Victorian-era hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering extensive conference and meeting facilities across multiple function rooms. The hotel features 156 guest rooms, a restaurant, bar, and comprehensive business services. Its prime location provides easy access to Newcastle's shopping districts, cultural attractions, and the vibrant Quayside area. The venue's flexible event spaces can accommodate everything from intimate boardroom meetings to large conferences and social events for up to 400 delegates.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training
- Workshops
- Wedding Receptions
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
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Business centre
- Accessible facilities
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
Neville Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5DF, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle is a verified hotel in Newcastle upon Tyne, hosting up to 400 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. 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, 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 & 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 — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle have?
County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle has 3 meeting and event spaces in Newcastle upon Tyne, seating up to 300 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle's largest event space?
The largest event space at County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle is Grand Ballroom, with a maximum capacity of 300 guests.
What conference facilities does County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle offer?
County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Air conditioning, 24-hour reception, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 400 guests in various configurations - theatre style 400, banquet style 280, boardroom 30
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projectors, screens, PA system, microphones and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available with restaurant-quality cuisine and bar service
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, public car parks nearby
About County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle
The County Hotel By Thistle Newcastle is a distinguished 4-star hotel located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, directly opposite Central Station. This Victorian-era hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering extensive conference and meeting facilities across multiple function rooms. The hotel features 156 guest rooms, a restaurant, bar, and comprehensive business services. Its prime location provides easy access to Newcastle's shopping districts, cultural attractions, and the vibrant Quayside area. The venue's flexible event spaces can accommodate everything from intimate boardroom meetings to large conferences and social events for up to 400 delegates.
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