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Theatre & Conference Centre

The Dukes

Lancaster, North West England — LA1 1QE

313

Max Capacity

FROM

£350

Per Day

4.7

6 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

The Dukes is Lancaster's premier theatre and conference venue, housed in a beautifully converted Victorian church in the heart of the city. This award-winning venue combines cutting-edge performance spaces with versatile conference facilities, featuring the main auditorium with 313 seats, intimate studio spaces, and flexible meeting rooms. Located just minutes from Lancaster Castle and the River Lune, The Dukes offers a unique cultural setting for corporate events, conferences, and private functions. The venue boasts state-of-the-art technical facilities, accessibility features, and professional event support services.

Room Capacities

theatre

313

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

100

reception

150

dining

120

banquet

100

Pricing

Day rates from £350

Day rates from £350 for main spaces. Room hire from £150 per session. Catering and technical support available at additional cost. Discounts available for local charities and community groups.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Air conditioning

Accessible

Bar facilities

Catering available

Technical support

Box office services

WiFi

AV Equipment

Catering Available

Business Center

Meeting Rooms

Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Room Service

AV & Technical

Professional stage lighting

sound system

projection equipment

microphones

screens

Wi-Fi

recording facilities

Ideal For

Theatre productionsconferenceslecturescorporate presentationsaward ceremoniesfilm screeningsworkshops

Location & Access

Moor Lane, Lancaster LA1 1QE

Lancaster Railway Station 0.8 miles (10 minute walk). Regular bus services stop nearby on Lancaster city centre routes. Manchester Airport 90 minutes by car/train. Good connections to M6 motorway.

Public car parks within 200m including Damside Street and Common Garden Street. On-street parking available with restrictions. Designated disabled parking spaces can be arranged.

Wheelchair accessible