{"id":3460,"date":"2022-02-28T13:57:56","date_gmt":"2022-02-28T13:57:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/?page_id=3460"},"modified":"2026-03-02T08:37:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:37:25","slug":"conferences","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/conferences\/","title":{"rendered":"Conferences"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"lazyblock-dynamic-cover-1VkAXQ wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-cover\">            <div >\n                                    <div class=\"wp-block-cover is-style-btm-lft-title is-style-top-right-links\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/conference.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background lazyload\" alt=\"People sit in a lecture theatre taking part in a conference\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 50vw, (max-width: 1024px) 33vw, 1920px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/conference-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/conference-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/conference-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/conference-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/conference.jpg 1920w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>                \n                                            <div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container-wrapper\">\n                          <div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container purple\">\n                            \n                                                        <!-- Page Attribute - Page title visible -->\n                                                                                        <span class=\"lzb-cover-title show-title\">\n                                                                    Conferences                                                                    <\/span>\n                                \n                                                      <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                                              <div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-background-lightgrey cover-cta is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n                            <div class=\"wp-block-group cover-cta-row is-horizontal is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n                                                                                                            <a class=\"ehu-cover__link cover-cta-link\" href=\"tel:01695 584782\" rel=\"nofollow\" aria-label=\"Call us on 01695 584782\">\n                                        Call us on 01695 584782 <span class=\"fa fa-fw fa-phone\"><\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <a class=\"ehu-cover__link cover-cta-link\" href=\"mailto:conferences@edgehill.ac.uk\" rel=\"nofollow\" aria-label=\"Email us\">\n                                        Email us <span class=\"fa fa-fw fa-envelope\"><\/span>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                                                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                     \n            <\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro-text\">Welcome to Edge Hill University\u2019s Conference and Events facilities. Built in 1885, the historic architecture of our original buildings combined with modern, state-of-the-art resources, across our award-winning 160 acres of beautiful green campus provides the ideal landscape to host an unforgettable conference or event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">It is not just the warm welcome, state-of-the-art facilities and idyllic setting that set us apart from other educational conference venues. We also offer the following benefits to enhance your experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-two-col\">\n<li>Good transport links to the North West, and just a short drive from Junction 3 of the M58 and a 15-minute walk from Ormskirk train station for regular connections to Liverpool and Preston.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A landscaped campus including rose gardens, reed bed, rocky stream, piazza area and lakes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-contained site with extensive amenities, from cash machines to catering outlets, a general store and 24-hour security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/departments\/support\/artscentre\/\">The Arts Centre<\/a>, a favourite of visiting professional theatre and dance companies. Events and performances are open to conference delegates and the Rose Theatre can also be hired for private use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/\">Edge Hill Sport<\/a>, our 25 acre sporting and recreational complex, is fully accessible to wheelchair users and others with disabilities and offers some of the best facilities in the North West.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The majority of buildings, teaching rooms, social areas and leisure facilities are accessible to delegates with a variety of impairments. Hearing loops are installed in the main lecture theatres and a portable loop is available. Lifts and accessible toilets are available in all conference buildings and there are designated parking spaces around campus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-carousel-JAFrT wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-carousel\">            <div id=\"ehu-carousel\">\n                <div class=\"ehu-carousel \" data-slides-to-show=\"3\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-image-padding=\"10\" data-dots=\"false\" data-infinite=\"false\" data-slide-rows=\"1\">\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Arts-Centre-at-Edge-Hill-University-Joanne-Morrell-1.jpg\" data-caption=\"The Arts Centre\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/The-Arts-Centre-at-Edge-Hill-University-Joanne-Morrell-1.jpg\" alt=\"Edge Hill Arts Centre\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">The Arts Centre<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/landscape1.jpg\" data-caption=\"The Rock Garden (Western Campus)\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/landscape1.jpg\" alt=\"The Rock Garden near Edge Hill's Faculty of Health and The Arts Centre. It shows fir trees, lots of flowers and blue skies.\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">The Rock Garden (Western Campus)<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sports-Centre-Edge-Hill-Sport.jpg\" data-caption=\"Edge Hill Sport\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Sports-Centre-Edge-Hill-Sport.jpg\" alt=\"Image of the Sports Centre. Red edge of the building contrasts against the grass and flowers as people walk in front of the glass building and swimming pool.\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">Edge Hill Sport<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/campus-1.jpg\" data-caption=\"Creative Edge, the lake and accommodation\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/campus-1.jpg\" alt=\"Image of part of campus. Photo showing Creative Edge, Lake and accommodation blocks\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">Creative Edge, the lake and accommodation<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FINAL-8.jpg\" data-caption=\"The Hub\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FINAL-8.jpg\" alt=\"A welcome event taking place in the Hub with students walking around smiling\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">The Hub<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tech-hub.jpg\" data-caption=\"Tech Hub\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tech-hub.jpg\" alt=\"An exterior shot of the Tech Hub, with two students in the forefront of the image.\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">Tech Hub<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/why-ehu.jpg\" data-caption=\"The Hub\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/why-ehu.jpg\" alt=\"An image of \"The Hub\" building on the Edge Hill University campus.\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">The Hub<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"carousel-item\">\n                                                            <a data-fslightbox=\"gallery\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/autumn-campus-main-building.jpg\" data-caption=\"Main Building\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/autumn-campus-main-building.jpg\" alt=\"A photograph of the main building entrance and green in Autumn.\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                                <\/a>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"carousel-caption\">Main Building<\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <script>\n            jQuery(document).ready(function($) {\n                $('.ehu-carousel').slick({\n                    dots: true,\n                    arrows: true,\n                    infinite: true,\n                    autoplay: true,\n                    autoplaySpeed: 5000,\n                    slidesToShow: 4,\n                    rows: 1,\n                    slidesToScroll: 1,\n                    responsive: [\n                        {\n                            breakpoint: 768,\n                            settings: {\n                                slidesToShow: 1 \/*$('.ehu-carousel').data('slides-to-show') > 2 ? 2 : $('.ehu-carousel').data('slides-to-show')*\/\n                            }\n                        },\n                        {\n                            breakpoint: 480,\n                            settings: {\n                                slidesToShow: 1\n                            }\n                        }\n                    ]\n                });\n        \n                $('.ehu-carousel .carousel-item').css('padding', $('.ehu-carousel').data('image-padding') + 'px');\n        \n                \/\/ Hide captions based on timeline item alignment and slides to show\n                var $carouselContainer = $('#ehu-carousel');\n                var $timelineItem = $carouselContainer.closest('.ehu-timeline-2-item');\n        \n                if (($timelineItem.hasClass('aligncenter') && 4 > 4) ||\n                    (($timelineItem.hasClass('alignleft') || $timelineItem.hasClass('alignright')) && 4 !== 1)) {\n                    $carouselContainer.find('.carousel-caption').hide();\n                }\n            });\n            <\/script>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our Conference and Events team have years of experience delivering first class service to clients. With a range of advanced facilities, our highly skilled team can accommodate anything, from a small company meeting to a large-scale conference or exhibition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We pride ourselves in being a creative bunch and we enjoy collaborating with you. We love hearing about your event goals and helping develop ideas to make them all a reality. We guarantee to support you in delivering a wide variety of highly successful events, whilst consistently meeting the ever-changing needs of the conference world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"facilities\">Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Based in the historic market town of Ormskirk, our universities location is perfect for knowledge sharing, inspiration, education, and thought-provoking debate. We are located between two of the UK\u2019s major cities &#8211; Liverpool and Manchester. By taking a 15 minute walk outside of campus, you are connected to Liverpool City centre, Preston and Manchester via the Merseyrail train network. Our site also provides quick access to the M58 motorway.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-ZbvHsT wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"\/locations\/\">Where is Edge Hill University?<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/L39+4QP\/\">Campus map on Google<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/document\/ormskirk-campus-map\/\" target=\"_blank\">Campus map (PDF download)<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/interactive-campus-map\">Interactive campus map<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you wish to hold a team meeting or formal dinner, we have the facilities to meet and exceed your expectations, all on one site. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-1MWPlc wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">The Hub<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<p>The Hub is the heart of the University, located in our Main Building. Here you will find a variety of social spaces, food outlets and activities. The Students&#8217; Union head office and the Student Advice Centre are also based on the Hub Mezzanine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hub doubles up as a marketplace, with local retailers and grocers pitching regularly each week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Facilities in the Hub include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"block-a1f07b38-8116-44fe-a8b3-48733545a660\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Morrisons \u2013 includes a Post Office and two free to use cash machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coffee (The Hub) \u2013 proudly serving Costa coffee and a range of breakfast and lunch items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EH Food Market \u2013 a modern catering outlet with six retailers to explore<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Students&#8217; Union head office (Hub Mezzanine)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Student Advice Centre (Hub Mezzanine)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-1pFbUD wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Faculty of Education<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The \u00a39 million Faculty of Education building lends itself well to the conference market. In the Faculty of Education, you can find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>18 meeting rooms equipped with the latest AV technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a lecture theatre seating over 300 people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roots restaurant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>five IT Suites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>picturesque views of the campus lake and piazza<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-Z2plb4F wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Faculty of Health and Social Care<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Our Faculty of Health and Social Care building is a state-of-the-art facility that can be used for many different conferences and events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The building can be found on the western side of the campus, by the lake with views of the landscape and gardens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The main lecture theatre can hold 405 people, with an additional two lecture theatres able to accommodate 153 people in each.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the ground floor, you can find a large foyer area suitable for exhibitions and events. This is also an ideal area for registration, lunch and refreshments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eight class rooms that can hold between 30 and 50 people are available on the first floor. Each area can be adapted to become syndicate or meeting rooms, with flexible seating available in various styles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full AV equipment with projectors and microphones are available with various sized screens (including plasma) also on offer in many of the facilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-Z23yAPC wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Main Building<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>A prime example of 1930s architecture, our Main Building has undergone extensive refurbishment to ensure delegates can enjoy a traditional setting with modern facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Facilities include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sages, our elegant dining room, seating up to 120<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a newly-refurbished suite of well-equipped lecture theatres, four syndicate\/classrooms and a shared refreshment serving area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-Z2pn9NY wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">The Arts Centre<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The Arts Centre houses the Rose Theatre (242 capacity) and Studio Theatre (139 capacity) and hosts a diverse range of high-quality professional productions, including comedy, dance, music and family-friendly shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is also an open-plan, spacious bistro and even an outdoor amphitheatre for those innovative, alfresco productions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the theatre auditoriums, The Arts Centre offers state-of-the-art facilities including dance and drama studios, theatre design\/costume workshops and fully-equipped digital sound studio and design suite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>There are also five accessible dressing rooms with showers and toilets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-Z1PXtR7 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">The Wilson Centre<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The Wilson Centre is a modern building capable of accommodating a large conference of up to 285 delegates, with syndicate rooms, lunch and refreshment facilities all available under one roof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u00a33.2 million development includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a state-of-the-art lecture theatre seating 285 people with a loop system installed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>nine syndicates\/classrooms, all with flexible seating for up to 50 delegates. 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With a wide range of locally sourced ingredients spread across an array of different dining concepts, from informal BBQ\u2019s to our street food style Pizza truck for outdoor gatherings. From large scale buffets to a dining menu in our Sages restaurant for up to 120 people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand that every event is unique, that is why we will work with you to create a tailor-made event experience, serving a dinner for your guests to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hub offers excellent dining, retail and social experience facilities for all our students, staff and visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sages, whilst normally used by our students for day-to-day meals, can be booked privately for lunches or dinners for up to 120 people.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"catering\">Accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thinking of hosting an event with us over the summer? We have residential event bookings available from the end of June until the middle of September. 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