Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum
Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum has 3 meeting/event spaces for 50–120 delegates (theatre), largest: Great Hall (120).
- Up to 200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hall | 120 | — | 40 | 80 | 35 | — | — | 150 |
| Long Gallery | 80 | — | 30 | 50 | 25 | — | — | 100 |
| Dining Room | 50 | — | 20 | 30 | 18 | — | — | 60 |
At a glance
Towneley Hall is a magnificent 14th-century mansion set within 180 acres of beautiful parkland in Burnley, Lancashire. This historic venue houses an impressive art gallery featuring works by Zoffany, Webster, and Whalley, alongside diverse museum collections including local history, decorative arts, and natural history exhibits. The Hall offers elegant period rooms for private hire, including the Great Hall with its stunning hammer-beam roof, making it an exceptional venue for weddings, corporate events, and cultural gatherings. With its Grade I listed architecture, landscaped gardens, and convenient location just off the M65, Towneley Hall combines historical grandeur with modern event facilities.
Best suited for
- Corporate Events
- Cultural Events
- Educational Workshops
- Private Receptions
- Conferences
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
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Historic Architecture
- Period Rooms
- Art Gallery
- Parkland Setting
- Wedding Licensed
- Catering Kitchen
- Parking
- Accessible Areas
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main areas
- Accessible parking available
Location & getting there
Towneley Park, Burnley, Burnley, BB11 3RQ, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum is a verified museum & historic venue in Burnley, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Creative, Accessibility. Verified on-site: food & catering, sustainability, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, creative off-sites and product launches, fully accessible events.
AV and hybrid-event facilities are not yet evidenced in the profile data. 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-FiNot listed
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- Sustainability✓ Verified
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 1 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum have?
Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum has 3 meeting and event spaces in Burnley, seating up to 120 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum's largest event space?
The largest event space at Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum is Great Hall, with a maximum capacity of 120 guests.
What conference facilities does Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum offer?
Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum offers Historic Architecture, Period Rooms, Art Gallery, Parkland Setting, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests for receptions, 120 theatre style, 80 for dining
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment available including projector, sound system and Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
External catering partners available for all event types
Is there parking available?
Free on-site parking available with additional street parking nearby
About Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum
Towneley Hall is a magnificent 14th-century mansion set within 180 acres of beautiful parkland in Burnley, Lancashire. This historic venue houses an impressive art gallery featuring works by Zoffany, Webster, and Whalley, alongside diverse museum collections including local history, decorative arts, and natural history exhibits. The Hall offers elegant period rooms for private hire, including the Great Hall with its stunning hammer-beam roof, making it an exceptional venue for weddings, corporate events, and cultural gatherings. With its Grade I listed architecture, landscaped gardens, and convenient location just off the M65, Towneley Hall combines historical grandeur with modern event facilities.
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