The Swallow Three Tuns Hotel is a charming historic property located in the heart of Durham city centre on New Elvet. This traditional hotel offers a blend of historic character and modern amenities, making it an ideal venue for business meetings, small conferences, and social events. The hotel features well-appointed meeting rooms that can accommodate various group sizes, along with comfortable guest accommodation. Its prime location provides easy access to Durham Cathedral, the castle, and the university, while offering convenient transport links throughout the North East. The venue combines period features with contemporary facilities including audio-visual equipment and catering services.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — |
| Executive Meeting Room | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — |
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.
Meeting room hire rates available on request. Day delegate packages include room hire, refreshments and lunch. Accommodation rates vary by season.
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New Elvet, Durham, DH1 3AQ, United Kingdom
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Swallow Three Tuns Hotel is a verified hotel in Durham, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £150. 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 120 guests in theatre style, 80 for cabaret style, 40 for boardroom
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in Durham city centre
The Swallow Three Tuns Hotel is a charming historic property located in the heart of Durham city centre on New Elvet. This traditional hotel offers a blend of historic character and modern amenities, making it an ideal venue for business meetings, small conferences, and social events. The hotel features well-appointed meeting rooms that can accommodate various group sizes, along with comfortable guest accommodation. Its prime location provides easy access to Durham Cathedral, the castle, and the university, while offering convenient transport links throughout the North East. The venue combines period features with contemporary facilities including audio-visual equipment and catering services.
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