1 photosImages not verifiedThe Durham Dales Centre is a purpose-built conference and training facility located in the picturesque market town of Stanhope within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The centre offers flexible meeting spaces suitable for corporate training, conferences, and events for up to 100 delegates. With modern audiovisual equipment, catering facilities, and on-site accommodation options, it provides an ideal rural retreat for business meetings and team building activities. The venue's location in the Durham Dales makes it easily accessible from major North East cities while offering a peaceful environment away from urban distractions.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — |
| Training Room 1 | 30 | — | 12 | 18 | 15 | — | — |
| Training Room 2 | 25 | — | 10 | 15 | 12 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate packages available from £25 per person including refreshments and lunch. Room hire rates vary by size and duration.
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Woodhouse Lane, Stanhope, DL13 2FJ, United Kingdom
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Durham Dales Centre is a verified conference centre in Stanhope, hosting up to 100 guests, with day delegate rates from £290. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, Training. 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, training days and workshops.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 100 guests in various configurations
Standard AV equipment including projector and Wi-Fi
Full catering services available
Parking available - contact venue for details
The Durham Dales Centre is a purpose-built conference and training facility located in the picturesque market town of Stanhope within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The centre offers flexible meeting spaces suitable for corporate training, conferences, and events for up to 100 delegates. With modern audiovisual equipment, catering facilities, and on-site accommodation options, it provides an ideal rural retreat for business meetings and team building activities. The venue's location in the Durham Dales makes it easily accessible from major North East cities while offering a peaceful environment away from urban distractions.
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