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The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre is England's oldest living convent, founded in 1686, now serving as a fascinating heritage venue. Located on Blossom Street in York, this Grade I listed building combines historic charm with modern facilities. The venue offers versatile meeting and event spaces including the elegant Chapel, Victorian rooms, and contemporary conference facilities. With its unique atmosphere, period features, and central location just minutes from York Minster and the city walls, it provides an inspiring setting for conferences, meetings, weddings, and cultural events. The venue features beautiful gardens, historic displays, and excellent catering facilities.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel | 80 | — | 30 | 45 | 35 | — | — |
| Victorian Room | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — |
| Heritage Room | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 15 | — | — |
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.
Room hire rates start from £75 for small meetings. Day delegate packages available from £150 per person. Wedding packages and special event pricing on application.
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17 Blossom Street, York, YO24 1AQ, United Kingdom
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Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre is a verified historic heritage centre in York, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £99. Its genome scores highest 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.
Up to 120 guests in theatre style, 80 in classroom style, 60 in boardroom configuration
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and Wi-Fi available
Full catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining
Limited on-site parking available, public car parks nearby in York city centre
The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre is England's oldest living convent, founded in 1686, now serving as a fascinating heritage venue. Located on Blossom Street in York, this Grade I listed building combines historic charm with modern facilities. The venue offers versatile meeting and event spaces including the elegant Chapel, Victorian rooms, and contemporary conference facilities. With its unique atmosphere, period features, and central location just minutes from York Minster and the city walls, it provides an inspiring setting for conferences, meetings, weddings, and cultural events. The venue features beautiful gardens, historic displays, and excellent catering facilities.
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