Conference, Meeting and Events Guide

Hosting Meetings, Events, Conferences and Exhibitions in Doncaster?

 

Doncaster’s location means it’s not only a great place for visiting and doing business, but it’s also the perfect destination for all your venue and conferencing needs. 

Whether you’re looking for a large conference venue, a corporate feel, or somewhere more relaxed, the City of Doncaster has something to offer you.

Here are just a few of the options we have available in Doncaster, feel free to contact us or speak to the venue direct.   We’re here to meet your needs and help make your visit a success.

Bawtry Hall

  • Capacities – 200 people dinner / Cabaret 80 / Theatre style 100
  • Exclusive use, located in acres of grounds & woodland
  • Free Parking
  • Crown Hotel is located next door, with 76 bedrooms

Venue Information

Bawtry Hall is an exclusive hire venue set in acres of private gardens and woodland. Offering a range of event spaces for events such as team building, conferences, meetings to more social gatherings such as corporate dinners and entertaining. The venue has multiple rooms suitable for meetings, conferences and break out areas, equipped with high-speed internet, making it ideal for hosting business events. The elegant and sophisticated architecture provides the perfect backdrop for hosting private dinners and entertaining. With its beautiful setting, excellent facilities, and experienced staff, Bawtry Hall is the perfect venue for any event. Accommodation is next door at sister venue The Crown Hotel, just a few minutes’ walk.

Contacts for enquiries 
events@bawtryhall.co.uk  or 01302 710341

Best Western Mount Pleasant Hotel

  • 2-250 Delegates
  • Free Parking
  • 90 bedrooms

Venue Information

This is a stand-out venue that could make a perfect place for your next corporate event. Experience a wide range of individually styled-out rooms so you can choose the most appropriate surroundings. With the capacity to host from 2 to 250 delegates and 90 bedrooms. This hotel could be the perfect space for a flexible meeting, conference or event. 

Contacts for enquiries 

conference@mountpleasant.co.uk | 01302 868696

Cast

  • Cast’s Main Space is an impressive 620-seat proscenium arch theatre
  • With two levels of seating; the stalls and the circle, all seating is designed for optimum sightline viewing. 
  • Cast also has a second Space, drama space and dance studio for unique experiences with technical specifications on request.

Venue Information

Since opening in 2013, Cast has welcomed hundreds of thousands of guests for events such as conferences, corporate events and meetings.

With a remarkable central location, close to fantastic amenities including hotels, restaurants and transport links, you can maximise convenience and work with them to make your venue hire experience as hassle-free as possible. Cast offers a wide variety of impressive spaces that will suit any bespoke event design, from small intimate meetings to larger conferences.

Contacts for enquiries

Jemima Penney, Administrator
Jemima@castindoncaster.com or 01302 303959.

Castle Park

  • Free Parking
  • Capacity of 350 people 
  • Easy access to the site
  • 10 available suites

Venue Information

Our conference rooms and executive boxes are recognised as some of South Yorkshire’s most spectacular facilities. With modern, airy suites, WiFi, large windows for natural daylight and free car parking, we offer everything you need for meetings of 2 to 350 people. Our rooms are available with full and half day rates. And, if you wish, our on-site chef can prepare a fresh breakfast or lunch tailored to your party’s dietary requirements

Contact for enquiries
event@castle-park.co.uk or 01302 831388

Crown Hotel Bawtry

  • Capacities – 120 people dinner / Cabaret 80 / Theatre style 120
  • Hogarth Suite with garden & lounge area with indoor blossom tree
  • Paid on-site parking 

Venue Information

The Crown Hotel is an independent four-star contemporary hotel located in the heart of Bawtry Town on the outskirts of Doncaster. With 76 bedrooms, Robata Grill Restaurant, outdoor Terrace, Crown bar & lounge areas, hair & beauty salon and 2 meeting / function rooms. The Hogarth suite is modern and contemporary with stripped oak reclaimed flooring , a grey and white colour palette, ornate mirrors, and giant ceiling cluster chandeliers with plenty of lighting. The Hogarth is perfect space for presentations, and has a lounge area for refreshment breaks – enjoy arrival coffee and bacon sandwiches, mid-morning and afternoon tea breaks. The space is also brilliant for break out syndicate work areas. There is also an outdoor landscaped private garden, which is great for fresh air at breaktimes, or enjoy a BBQ in the evening after your meeting! Private dining is also available – perfect for a work anniversary or awards presentation evening!

Contact for enquiries  
sales@crownhotel-bawtry.com or 01302 710341

Doncaster Dome

  • Max Capacity 3300
  • Free Parking
  • Many hotels within the area

Venue Information

If you’re looking for a venue with a difference, then the Dome offers just that. The distinctive building is easily accessible from all corners of the country and is capable of accommodating bookings from 10 to 3300; no booking is too small or large. The versatility of the building, coupled with the exibility of our service, will ensure that all of your requirements can be met, no matter how bespoke they are.

Contact for enquiries  

contact@dclt.co.uk | 01302 370777

Doncaster Racecourse

  • Largest event space in Doncaster & surrounding areas
  • The Exhibition Hall is fully carpeted, draped and has excellent access and load in areas
  • Over 3,000 free onsite car parking spaces
  • Dedicated onsite events team and event support
  • Onsite Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn with 154 bedrooms

Venue Information

At the heart of the £34 million re-development is an impressive five-storey grandstand which looks out over the course and beyond with private hospitality suites and a variety of glass-fronted rooms with huge sliding doors for access to your own balcony or terrace.

Our generous conference and event spaces span four floors and taking centre stage is the Exhibition Hall, which offers a highly versatile 3,400 square metres. For smaller occasions, we have several rooms of varying sizes, each of which can be catered for your needs.

Contact for enquiries

Clare Marsden, Regional Event Sales Manager
Cmarsden@arenaracingcompany.co.uk  or 01302 304200 option 2

Earl of Doncaster Hotel

  • 4-Star Luxury Atmosphere with unique character
  • City Centre location surrounded by green space
  • Three dedicated event spaces
  • Free Parking
  • The Earl provides 82 bedrooms

Venue Information

The Earl excels at the finer things in life: glamorous design, inspiring dining and impeccable service.

One of the largest independent four-star hotels in Doncaster, offering a selection of 82 quality bedrooms, 3 bars, 3 event spaces, a coffee shop & a restaurant the Café Bar Concerto. The Earl can offer guests a beautifully designed, stylish venue with the ability to cater for the most prestigious event or corporate gathering. The spectacular ballroom boasts an in-built stage area, a sprung dance floor and a private bar, catering for up to 250 wedding guests and seating up to 250 conference delegates. 

  • The Ballroom - 213sqm
  • The Concorde Suite – 95sqm 
  • The Ripon & Wetherby Suite - 80sqm

Contact for enquiries

Rebecca Peck, Wedding & Events Sales Manager
salesmanager@theearl.co.uk or 01302 361371  

Eco-Power Stadium

  • Can accommodate from up to 10-300 delegates
  • Free Parking 
  • A range of hotels are nearby
  • Surrounded by a beautiful setting

Venue Information

The Eco-Power Stadium’s conference suites can accommodate intimate meetings of under 10 delegates in one of our executive boxes or large conferences/exhibitions for up to 300 delegates in our Legends Lounge. All rooms have natural daylight, air conditioning, wifi and free parking, with a range of day delegate rates as well as room-only hire available, including half-day hire.

The Stadium is situated just outside of the city centre with excellent public transport links and just 5 minute drive from J3 of the M18.

Contact for enquiries

enquiries@dn4events.co.uk | 07436 242925

Hilton Garden Inn

  • Over 3,000 free onsite car parking spaces
  • 2 dedicated meeting rooms
  • Hilton Garden Inn provides 154 bedrooms

Venue Information

Situated with spectacular views over Doncaster Racecourse and the city of Doncaster, the Hilton Garden Inn offers 154 bedrooms with the perfect location for work or leisure. The hotel is also home to the fantastic Garden Suite; a flexible event space for up to 350 people with a large balcony overlooking the home straight. Our Garden Grille Bar and Restaurant also boasts the Trophy Room, a private dining experience for up to 35 guests

Contact for enquiries

hgievents@doncaster-racecourse.co.uk or 01302 986888

Highfields Coffee Social 

  • Free Parking
  • 2 rooms available to book
  • Hospitality packages 
  • Maximum of 40 people

Venue Information

Located in the Highfield ICON building, Highfield Coffee Social has the perfect space for you. Whether this is for meeting rooms, training or seminars. Take advantage of these excellent facilities and a great cup of coffee. 

They offer a range of hospitality packages to suit all budgets for a successful event. This includes the Latte Room with a maximum of 40 guests in a theatre layout and the Espresso Room with a minimum of 6 people

Contact for enquiries

info@highfieldcoffeesocial.co.uk

Holiday Inn Express Doncaster 

  • 2 meeting rooms located in a modern Doncaster hotel
  • Located nearby M18/A1(M) and just three miles from the city centre
  • Ideal for team meetings, interviews and seminars
  • Free onsite parking

Venue Information

This hotel provides 94 modern, air-conditioned rooms which all have desks and free WiFi. The meeting rooms offer a maximum capacity of 40 theatre-style and offer breakfast and lunch packages. 

Contact for enquiries

Ginette Botting, Sales Manager
sales@hiexdoncaster.co.uk or 01302 314100

Holiday Inn Doncaster

  • Located directly off A1 (M) junction 36 and only 10 minutes from Doncaster Train Station
  • Extensive free parking with EV car chargers
  • Two self-contained event centres with a capacity for 400 in the Manor Suite
  • Large function suite with private entrance, lounge & bar area, natural daylight and air-conditioning

Venue Information

Holiday Inn rooms have simple, modern décor, all rooms have a TV, work desk, tea & coffee making facilities with 102 rooms. Premium bedrooms have air conditioning and in room fridge.

The open lobby concept offers a comfortable, informal environment in either the restaurant, bar or outside area to meet, enjoy fantastic food and relax.

The hotel has fantastic meeting and event facilities for up to 400 guests with the choice of modern facilities in the main hotel or grade ll listed Warmsworth Hall

Contact for enquiries

Emily Rugg, Sales Manager 
sales@hidoncaster.com or 01302 799988

Kingswood

  • Free Parking
  • Offers accomadation and delegate space
  • Great way to work as a team
  • Offers adventure 

Venue Information

Formerly the ‘Earth Centre’, a millennium commission project, Dearne Valley was transformed into a state-of-the-art activity and conference venue in 2012 and is our most environmentally sustainable centre. Spread across 50 acres of stunning South Yorkshire countryside, it boasts one of Europe’s largest solar panels and an on-site water treatment plant. 

Dearne Valley Conference Centre offers space for up to 150 delegates, and boasts 900+ accommodation choices include ensuite bedrooms, adventure lodges and eco pods, including accessible options. 

Contact for enquiries

guest.dearne@inspiring-learning.com

Legacy Conference Centre Doncaster

  • Three high-quality conference rooms
  • Full stage, lighting and LED screen in the main auditorium space
  • Free onsite car parking and fibre WIFI for all delegates 
  • Flexible packages and easy regular booking systems 

Venue Information

Legacy Conference Centre is a superb contemporary venue, conveniently situated and a competitively priced venue offering excellent facilities for conferences, exhibitions, training and meetings.

  • Main Auditorium - 500 Theatre Style 
  • Cypress Suite - 120 Theatre Style 
  • Cedar Suite - 40 Theatre Style 

Contact for enquiries

Beth Herring, Conference Sales Manager
beth@legacychurch.co.uk or 0303 040 1140

Potteric Carr Nature Reserve

  • Car Parking
  • Beautiful nature surroundings
  • Easily Accessible 
  • Offers 2 rooms

Venue Information

Choose something a bit different for your next meeting or event. They offer a range of options to suit your needs, all in a beautiful, natural setting.

They're easily accessible, just a stone's throw away from the A1 and Doncaster city centre. Hosting your meeting or event at Potteric Carr will provide you and your group with a unique, different experience.

The visitor centre meeting room can host up to 20 people and the Low Ellers education centre can hold up to 35 people in the Alder room, or 60 people in the whole building.

Contact for enquiries

potteric.carr@ywt.org.uk | 01302 325 736 (visitor centre) or 01302 365 995 (office)

Yorkshire Wildlife Park

  • Unique Multi-Award-Winning Venue
  • Park Access Included with Every Event
  • Versatile Conference Rooms and Outdoor Space
  • Full-Service Facilities and Amenities
  • Comprehensive Event Packages

Venue Information

Host a corporate event with a WILD side at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, a multi-award-winning venue that offers a unique experience in a captivating natural setting. Featuring two spacious and versatile conference rooms equipped with modern AV facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as ample outdoor space, our venue can accommodate up to 250 delegates and is equipped for events of any size, from team-building sessions and meetings to seminars, conferences, corporate parties, and award ceremonies.  

Boasting free parking and excellent regional travel links. Our Day Delegate Packages include unlimited access to tea and coffee facilities and our quality in-house catering packages include breakfast and lunch options which can be tailored to suit all events and budgets. 

Contact for Enquiries

Yorkshire Wildlife Park Hospitality Team
hospitality@yorkshirewildlifepark.com or 01302 535057 (276) 

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