Meeting room for hire in Durham
A characterful setting for your next meeting or event
Looking for a unique meeting space in Durham City? Whether it’s a team away day, a board meeting, a networking lunch or a training session — Durham Masonic Hall offers historic charm, flexible layouts, and a convenient city-centre location.
We’re proud to offer a more personal, less corporate setting that still delivers everything you need to make your event a success.
Our Meeting Spaces
Step into history while hosting your next event in Durham's most enchanting setting! Our historic building offers unique meeting rooms for hire in Durham, providing a timeless backdrop for your gatherings. Nestled within the rich heritage of Durham, our rooms are bursting with classic charm ensuring an unforgettable experience for your guests.
Whether it's a corporate meeting, seminar, or special event, our historic venue exudes character and sophistication.
Whatever your requirements we will make certain that your meeting or conference runs smoothly from start to finish.
THE COMMITTEE ROOM
Perfect for board meetings and small team gatherings
Located on the first floor, this light-filled room features a central table for 12 guests and views onto Old Elvet.
- Capacity: 12 seated
- Facilities: Flipchart, projector screen available to hire, strong WiFi
- Price: From £100 per day
THE GRAND HALL
Situated on the ground floor of our building, the Grand Hall boasts high ceilings, stained glass windows and crystal chandeliers. With direct access to our private patio and split level gardens the room can seat from 40 - 90 guests with room for presenters, flipchart, projector and more.
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Capacity: Up to 100 seated / 150 standing
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70 round table seating + top table
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80 theatre-style / 50 cabaret-style
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Facilities: PA system, flipchart, projector and screen available to hire
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Price: From £450 (includes bar & gardens)
THE BAR
Informal and relaxed — great for smaller meetings
A bright and comfortable space for team catch-ups, interviews or breakout sessions.
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Capacity: Up to 30 guests
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Facilities: Projector, Screen and Flip Chart available to hire
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Price: From £100 per day
THE PRIVATE GARDENS
Beautiful split-level garden and patio areas are ideal for outdoor meetings and events. Completely private we offer exclusive use of these areas which are accessed directly from the Grand Hall. With space for a marquee and all the facilities you need for your summer event.
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Capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Marquee size: 15m x 9m
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Up to 100 seated
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80 seated with a dance floor
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FACILITIES
Our own in-house chef can cater for your every need from breakfast rolls and pastries to buffets and sit down meals. A fully licensed bar area is available for your use.
First and ground floors are fully accessible. Strong WiFi throughout the building. Master of Ceremonies available.
LOCATION
Our meeting space is ideally placed for companies looking for business conference facilities in the City of Durham
The Masonic Hall is situated on Old Elvet, just minutes from J63 off the A1(M). Parking is available on Old Elvet and is payable at the meter. Additional spaces are available at The Prince Bishops multi-story car park a 5-minute walk away.
TRANSPORT LINKS
You can find us a 10-minute walk or 5-minute drive from Durham train station and bus station.
Get in touch
If you have any questions or would like to book a viewing please contact us, we'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch via our Contact page
Call us on 0191 691 1816
Email us [email protected]