The Chestnut House Hotel
The Chestnut House Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 20–100 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Room (100).
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 100 | — | 30 | 60 | 35 | — | — | 80 |
| Meeting Room 1 | 20 | — | 12 | 16 | 15 | — | — | 25 |
| Private Dining Room | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — | 35 |
At a glance
The Chestnut House Hotel is a charming establishment located in the heart of Pontefract's historic Market Place. This traditional hotel combines comfortable accommodation with flexible meeting and event spaces, making it ideal for both business and leisure guests. The venue offers conference facilities that can accommodate up to 120 delegates, along with smaller meeting rooms for intimate gatherings. Located in the historic market town of Pontefract, guests have easy access to the town's rich heritage including the famous castle ruins and liquorice connections. The hotel provides a warm welcome with modern amenities while maintaining its traditional character.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Corporate Events
- Wedding Receptions
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
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
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
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Meeting Rooms
- Conference Facilities
- Central Location
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
Market Place, Pontefract, WF8 1AT, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
The Chestnut House Hotel is a verified hotel in Pontefract, hosting up to 120 guests. Its profile rates most strongly 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Chestnut House Hotel have?
The Chestnut House Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Pontefract, seating up to 100 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Chestnut House Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Chestnut House Hotel is Main Conference Room, with a maximum capacity of 100 guests.
What conference facilities does The Chestnut House Hotel offer?
The Chestnut House Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Parking, Restaurant, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests for conferences, 80 for dinner events, flexible room configurations available
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV package includes projector, screen, PA system and Wi-Fi. Additional equipment available on request
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for guests, additional street parking nearby
About The Chestnut House Hotel
The Chestnut House Hotel is a charming establishment located in the heart of Pontefract's historic Market Place. This traditional hotel combines comfortable accommodation with flexible meeting and event spaces, making it ideal for both business and leisure guests. The venue offers conference facilities that can accommodate up to 120 delegates, along with smaller meeting rooms for intimate gatherings. Located in the historic market town of Pontefract, guests have easy access to the town's rich heritage including the famous castle ruins and liquorice connections. The hotel provides a warm welcome with modern amenities while maintaining its traditional character.
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