1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedHatfield College is one of Durham University's oldest colleges, founded in 1846, located on the historic North Bailey within Durham's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The college offers sophisticated conference and event facilities including the Great Hall, seminar rooms, and dining facilities, all set within beautiful Victorian architecture overlooking Durham Cathedral and Castle. With accommodation for up to 200 guests and flexible meeting spaces, Hatfield College provides a unique academic atmosphere for conferences, corporate events, and special occasions. The college combines traditional elegance with modern amenities, including high-speed WiFi, AV equipment, and professional catering services, making it an ideal venue for educational conferences, business meetings, and cultural events.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hall | 200 | — | 40 | 120 | 60 | — | — |
| Senior Common Room | 80 | — | 24 | 50 | 30 | — | — |
| Seminar Room 1 | 30 | — | 12 | 20 | 16 | — | — |
| Seminar Room 2 | 20 | — | 8 | 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.
Pricing available on request. Rates vary by season and include room hire, basic AV equipment, and catering options. Special rates available for academic conferences.
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North Bailey, Durham, DH1 3RQ, United Kingdom
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Hatfield College is a verified university college in Durham, hosting up to 250 guests, with day delegate rates from £180. Its genome scores highest 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.
Up to 250 guests for lectures, 180 for dining, 120 for meetings
Standard AV equipment including projector, sound system and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Full catering services available including formal dining and conference refreshments
Limited on-site parking available, public parking nearby in Durham city centre
Hatfield College is one of Durham University's oldest colleges, founded in 1846, located on the historic North Bailey within Durham's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The college offers sophisticated conference and event facilities including the Great Hall, seminar rooms, and dining facilities, all set within beautiful Victorian architecture overlooking Durham Cathedral and Castle. With accommodation for up to 200 guests and flexible meeting spaces, Hatfield College provides a unique academic atmosphere for conferences, corporate events, and special occasions. The college combines traditional elegance with modern amenities, including high-speed WiFi, AV equipment, and professional catering services, making it an ideal venue for educational conferences, business meetings, and cultural events.
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