Gladstone Conference Centre
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
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Gladstone Conference Centre is housed in a beautifully restored Victorian building in the heart of Chester's historic city centre. The venue combines period charm with modern conference facilities, offering flexible meeting spaces suitable for corporate events, training sessions, and business meetings. Located within walking distance of Chester's famous Rows and Roman walls, the centre provides an inspiring environment for productive gatherings. The facility features state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, high-speed Wi-Fi, and professional catering services, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking a prestigious venue with excellent transport links and nearby amenities.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Seminars
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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Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 120 | — | 30 | 60 | 40 | — | — |
| Boardroom | 25 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — |
| Breakout Room 1 | 15 | — | 10 | 12 | 12 | — | — |
Pricing & packages
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.
Competitive day delegate rates available. Room hire and catering packages tailored to requirements. Contact for detailed quotations.
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Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Air conditioning
- Natural daylight
- Catering facilities
- Central location
- Historic building
- Professional reception
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
Location & getting there
Gladstone House, 76 Whitefriars, Chester, CH1 2LT, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Gladstone Conference Centre is a verified conference centre in Chester, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £450. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, 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 Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- 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 — 2 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £450
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests in theatre style, 80 in classroom style, 60 in boardroom configuration
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and Wi-Fi included. Additional equipment available on request
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including tea/coffee, lunch packages, and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
Free on-site parking available for delegates
About Gladstone Conference Centre
Gladstone Conference Centre is housed in a beautifully restored Victorian building in the heart of Chester's historic city centre. The venue combines period charm with modern conference facilities, offering flexible meeting spaces suitable for corporate events, training sessions, and business meetings. Located within walking distance of Chester's famous Rows and Roman walls, the centre provides an inspiring environment for productive gatherings. The facility features state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, high-speed Wi-Fi, and professional catering services, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking a prestigious venue with excellent transport links and nearby amenities.
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