St Mary's College Durham
St Mary's College Durham has 3 meeting/event spaces for 20–80 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Room (80).
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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3 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 80 | — | 24 | 48 | 30 | — | — | 85 |
| Seminar Room 1 | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 15 | — | — | 35 |
| Seminar Room 2 | 20 | — | 10 | 15 | 12 | — | — | 30 |
At a glance
St Mary's College is one of Durham University's most picturesque colleges, situated on Elvet Hill with commanding views over Durham Cathedral and the River Wear. The college offers a range of meeting and conference facilities within its historic buildings, including intimate seminar rooms and larger function spaces. The college combines traditional academic atmosphere with modern amenities, making it ideal for corporate meetings, academic conferences, and special events. Its central Durham location provides easy access to the city's attractions while offering a peaceful collegiate environment for focused meetings and retreats.
Best suited for
- Academic Conferences
- Business Meetings
- Training Sessions
- Educational 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
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Parking
- Catering available
- Historic building
- Garden views
- Cathedral views
- Accessible rooms
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
Elvet Hill Road, Durham, DH1 3LJ, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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St Mary's College Durham is a verified university college in Durham, hosting up to 120 guests. Its profile rates most strongly 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 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
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does St Mary's College Durham have?
St Mary's College Durham has 3 meeting and event spaces in Durham, seating up to 80 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of St Mary's College Durham's largest event space?
The largest event space at St Mary's College Durham is Main Conference Room, with a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
What conference facilities does St Mary's College Durham offer?
St Mary's College Durham offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Parking, Catering available, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
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?
Modern AV equipment including digital projector, sound system, wireless microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining, with dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for delegates, advance booking recommended for larger events
About St Mary's College Durham
St Mary's College is one of Durham University's most picturesque colleges, situated on Elvet Hill with commanding views over Durham Cathedral and the River Wear. The college offers a range of meeting and conference facilities within its historic buildings, including intimate seminar rooms and larger function spaces. The college combines traditional academic atmosphere with modern amenities, making it ideal for corporate meetings, academic conferences, and special events. Its central Durham location provides easy access to the city's attractions while offering a peaceful collegiate environment for focused meetings and retreats.
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