St Deiniol's Residential Library
St Deiniol's Residential Library has 3 meeting/event spaces for 25–80 delegates (theatre), largest: Gladstone Room (80).
- Up to 100 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladstone Room | 80 | — | 30 | 50 | 35 | — | — | 85 |
| Round Room | 40 | — | 20 | 25 | 22 | — | — | 45 |
| Theology Room | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 15 | — | — | 30 |
At a glance
St Deiniol's Residential Library, also known as Gladstone's Library, is Britain's only residential library located in the picturesque village of Hawarden, Flintshire. Founded by Victorian Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone, this unique venue combines historic charm with modern conference facilities. The library houses over 250,000 books and offers distinctive meeting rooms, residential accommodation for up to 60 guests, and peaceful gardens. Perfect for conferences, retreats, training events and corporate meetings, the venue provides an inspiring academic atmosphere with excellent catering and full event management services in a tranquil North Wales setting.
Best suited for
- Conferences
- Academic Meetings
- Training
- 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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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
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Parking
- Accessible
- Garden Views
- Historic Building
- On-site Catering
- Residential Accommodation
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main areas
Location & getting there
St Deiniol's Library, Gladstone's Library, Hawarden, CH5 3DF, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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St Deiniol's Residential Library is a verified residential library & conference centre in Hawarden, hosting up to 100 guests. Its profile rates most strongly 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
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- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Quality score 97/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does St Deiniol's Residential Library have?
St Deiniol's Residential Library has 3 meeting and event spaces in Hawarden, seating up to 80 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of St Deiniol's Residential Library's largest event space?
The largest event space at St Deiniol's Residential Library is Gladstone Room, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
What conference facilities does St Deiniol's Residential Library offer?
St Deiniol's Residential Library offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Parking, Accessible, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 100 guests in various configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, sound system and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including meals and refreshments
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for delegates
About St Deiniol's Residential Library
St Deiniol's Residential Library, also known as Gladstone's Library, is Britain's only residential library located in the picturesque village of Hawarden, Flintshire. Founded by Victorian Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone, this unique venue combines historic charm with modern conference facilities. The library houses over 250,000 books and offers distinctive meeting rooms, residential accommodation for up to 60 guests, and peaceful gardens. Perfect for conferences, retreats, training events and corporate meetings, the venue provides an inspiring academic atmosphere with excellent catering and full event management services in a tranquil North Wales setting.
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