Historic Heritage Centre

Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre

York, Yorkshire and the Humber — YO24 1AQ

120

Max Capacity

FROM

£150

Per Day

4.7

37 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

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.

Room Capacities

theatre

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

reception

120

dining

banquet

Pricing

Day rates from £150

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.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Catering kitchen

Historic setting

Gardens

Accessible entrance

Parking nearby

City centre location

Licensed for weddings

AV & Technical

Projector

Screen

PA System

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Flip Charts

Lectern

Ideal For

ConferencesCorporate EventsEducational SeminarsCultural EventsHeritage ToursTraining Sessions

Location & Access

17 Blossom Street, York YO24 1AQ

York Railway Station 0.8 miles (10 minute walk). Regular bus services on Blossom Street. Leeds Bradford Airport 45 minutes by car. Manchester Airport 2 hours by train/car.

Pay and display parking on Blossom Street and nearby streets. Marygate Car Park 3 minutes walk. Station Road Car Park 8 minutes walk.

Wheelchair accessible