1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedWakefield Town Hall is a magnificent Victorian building located in the heart of Wakefield city centre, serving as both the civic headquarters and a prestigious venue for events. Built in 1880, this Grade II listed building features stunning period architecture with high ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and beautiful stained glass windows. The venue offers several versatile spaces including the grand Assembly Hall, Council Chamber, and various meeting rooms suitable for conferences, weddings, receptions, and corporate events. With capacity for up to 400 guests, the Town Hall combines historical grandeur with modern facilities, making it an ideal choice for memorable occasions in West Yorkshire.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly Hall | 300 | — | 40 | 150 | 60 | — | — |
| Council Chamber | 80 | — | 25 | 40 | 30 | — | — |
| Committee Room 1 | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — |
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.
Pricing available on application. Rates vary by room size, duration, and event type. Discounts available for local community groups.
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Wood Street, Wakefield, WF1 2HQ, United Kingdom
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Wakefield Town Hall is a verified town hall in Wakefield, hosting up to 400 guests, with day delegate rates from £230. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Corporate, Networking. Verified on-site: av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Main hall seats up to 400 delegates theatre style, 300 for dinner service, additional smaller rooms available for breakout sessions
Full professional AV suite including digital projection, professional sound system, stage lighting, and technical support available
Comprehensive catering services available from light refreshments to formal dining, local approved caterers list provided
On-site parking for 50 vehicles, additional public parking nearby, disabled parking spaces available
Wakefield Town Hall is a magnificent Victorian building located in the heart of Wakefield city centre, serving as both the civic headquarters and a prestigious venue for events. Built in 1880, this Grade II listed building features stunning period architecture with high ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and beautiful stained glass windows. The venue offers several versatile spaces including the grand Assembly Hall, Council Chamber, and various meeting rooms suitable for conferences, weddings, receptions, and corporate events. With capacity for up to 400 guests, the Town Hall combines historical grandeur with modern facilities, making it an ideal choice for memorable occasions in West Yorkshire.
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