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Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel is a beautifully restored 18th-century manor house set in the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This charming venue combines period elegance with modern facilities, featuring multiple meeting rooms and event spaces that can accommodate up to 120 delegates. The hotel's peaceful riverside location near Alston, England's highest market town, provides an inspiring backdrop for conferences, corporate events, and private celebrations. With its blend of historic character, comfortable accommodation, and professional event facilities, Lovelady Shield offers a unique venue experience in one of England's most scenic regions.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 80 | — | 30 | 40 | 35 | — | — |
| Garden Room | 50 | — | 20 | 30 | 25 | — | — |
| Library | 20 | — | 12 | 16 | 15 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate packages from £45pp including lunch and refreshments. Room hire from £150 for half day. Wedding packages available. Accommodation packages can be arranged.
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Nenthead Road, Alston, CA9 3LF, United Kingdom
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Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel is a verified country house hotel in Alston, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £130. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Historic, Creative. 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, creative off-sites and product launches.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 120 guests for conferences, 80 for dining events
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Full catering services available with locally sourced ingredients and customizable menus
Complimentary on-site parking available for all guests
Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel is a beautifully restored 18th-century manor house set in the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This charming venue combines period elegance with modern facilities, featuring multiple meeting rooms and event spaces that can accommodate up to 120 delegates. The hotel's peaceful riverside location near Alston, England's highest market town, provides an inspiring backdrop for conferences, corporate events, and private celebrations. With its blend of historic character, comfortable accommodation, and professional event facilities, Lovelady Shield offers a unique venue experience in one of England's most scenic regions.
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