Meetings & Conference Venue in Halifax, West Yorkshire
Holdsworth House is a distinctive meeting and conference venue in Halifax, offering a rare combination of historic character, professional facilities and discreet service. Set within a beautifully preserved Jacobean manor dating back to 1633, the hotel provides an inspiring, semi-rural setting for corporate meetings, training days, conferences and residential events for up to 120 delegates. With four flexible meeting spaces, award-winning catering, landscaped gardens and 32 individually styled bedrooms, Holdsworth House is trusted by businesses, booking agents and PAs seeking a venue that delivers both atmosphere and results.
Where heritage meets high performance
Holdsworth House is a beautifully preserved Jacobean manor set in a peaceful, semi-rural location just outside Halifax, with easy access to Bradford and Leeds. The setting offers a sense of retreat without sacrificing convenience, making it ideal for focused, productive meetings.
With four distinctive meeting spaces, flexible outdoor areas and award-winning in-house catering, the house is designed to support everything from senior leadership sessions to larger conferences. Our experienced team is trusted by corporate clients, venue finders and booking agents to deliver events that run smoothly and professionally.
Whether you’re planning a board meeting, training day or conference for up to 120 delegates, Holdsworth House provides an inspiring environment that balances historic character with modern business needs.
Exclusive Use Venue Hire in Halifax
For organisations seeking privacy and focus, Holdsworth House is available on an exclusive-use basis, allowing your event to take over the house in its entirety.
Exclusive use includes full access to the manor house and all 32 bedrooms, landscaped gardens and courtyards, and each of our meeting spaces. Team-building activities can be arranged through trusted partners, tailored to the objectives of your programme.
This option is particularly well suited to senior leadership retreats, brand immersions and multi-day strategy sessions where discretion, continuity and a sense of place matter.
Meeting & Training Packages
Our day delegate rates are based on a minimum of eight guests. For bookings with fewer than 8 delegates, room hire and lunch will be charged as taken and room hire priced in line with our private dining rates. Please call us on 01422 240024 so we can match your exact meeting room, team building or training needs and give you an accurate and transparent price.
Signature Day Delegate Meetings & Conference Package
Signature Day Delegate Package £49.50 per person Suitable for up to 120 delegates
• Room hire and dedicated team support
• Digital projector and screen
• Flip chart and paper
• Delegate stationery
• Tea and coffee on arrival
• Still and sparkling water throughout
• Buffet lunch
• Two further tea and coffee breaks
Director’s Day Delegate Meetings Package
Premier Day Delegate Package £80 per person
Suited to smaller senior meetings of up to 20 delegates
• Room hire included
• LCD projector and screen
• Flip chart and paper
• Delegate stationery
• Tea, coffee and fresh fruit platter on arrival
• Still and sparkling water on tables throughout
• Two-course a la carte plated lunch in the restaurant
• Two enhanced refreshment breaks
Meeting Venue in Halifax
Capacities & Dimensions
| Stuart | Abraham Brigg | De Aldworth | Ayrton | Stone Gazebo | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Ground | Ground | First | First | First |
| Theatre | 120 | 50 | 26 | 20 | 0 |
| U Shape | 50 | 25 | 15 | 12 | 0 |
| Lunch/Dinner | 120 | 32 | 20 | 14 | 4 |
| Buffet | 150 | 30 | 26 | 20 | 0 |
| Board Room | 30 | 20 | 16 | 14 | 0 |
| Width | 33'10"/10.30m | 16'8"/5.50m | 18'00"/5.50m | 15'6"/4.70m | 13'1"/4m |
| Length | 55'5"/16.90m | 27'4"/8.35m | 18'00"/5.50m | 18'00"/5.50m | 13'1"/4m |
| Height | 10'8"/3.25m | 7'8"/2.38m | 8'6"/2.62m | 11'00"/3.40m | 11'00"/3.04m |
| Power Points | 20 | 6 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
Explore Halifax's Luxury Meeting Rooms
The Stuart Room
The Stuart Room is our largest and most flexible conference space, suitable for meetings, presentations and conferences of up to 120 delegates in a theatre-style layout.
Located on the ground floor with direct access from the car park, the room features a large pull-down projector screen, stage area, bar facilities and cloakroom. It opens directly onto the Colonnade Courtyard, providing a natural breakout space for refreshments or informal discussions.
The scale and layout of the Stuart Room make it particularly well suited to conferences, product briefings and larger corporate gatherings where space and flow are important.
The Abraham Brigg Room
The Abraham Brigg Room is a quieter, mid-sized meeting and training space accommodating up to 50 delegates. Positioned on the ground floor, it offers a more contained setting away from the main flow of the house.
This room is well suited to training sessions, workshops and focused meetings where concentration and privacy are key.
The Ayrton Room
The Ayrton Room is a characterful first-floor meeting space suited to board meetings and smaller discussions of up to 20 delegates. Formerly a bedroom slept in by The Beatles, the room retains many original features, including a fireplace, oak beams and mullioned windows.
With views across the gardens and a calm, enclosed feel, the Ayrton Room is ideal for confidential meetings, boardroom sessions and focused discussions where atmosphere and privacy matter.
The De Aldworth Room
The De Aldworth Room is a bright, south-facing meeting space on the first floor, accommodating up to 26 delegates. With windows on three sides, the room benefits from natural daylight throughout the day and views across the gardens.
Its flexible layout makes it well suited to board meetings, training sessions, interviews and private dining, offering a refined setting within the historic house.
Why Book Holdsworth House in Halifax?
A Standout Setting
Dating back to 1633, Holdsworth House is a Grade II* listed Jacobean manor with a strong sense of place. Original features such as mullioned windows, oak beams and open fireplaces sit alongside landscaped gardens, sheltered courtyards and 33 individually styled bedrooms, creating an environment that feels established, calm and memorable.
It is a venue that leaves a lasting impression on clients and delegates, and one that booking agents and PAs are confident recommending.
Designed for Productive Meetings and Events
Holdsworth House is set up to support focused, well-run meetings and events, combining character with practical facilities and experienced support.
Four meeting rooms accommodate up to 120 delegates, each benefiting from natural daylight and reliable high-speed Wi-Fi. Award-winning catering and refreshments are provided in-house, with generous breakout space available both indoors and within the gardens. An experienced on-site team remains involved throughout the day to ensure events run smoothly.
Halifax's top meetings & evetns venue
AV & Business Services
Holdsworth House supports both in-person and hybrid meetings with reliable, well-managed technical provision. Our team works closely with organisers to ensure each event runs smoothly, without unnecessary complexity.
AV hire and setup assistance are available, alongside flipcharts, screens, microphones and other business essentials. High-speed Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the house, supporting presentations, video calls and collaborative sessions.
Let us know what your client requires and we’ll provide a clear quotation and manage the logistics on your behalf.
Corporate Accommodation
For regular corporate travel to Halifax, Holdsworth House offers exclusive accommodation rates for business guests. These rates are designed for frequent stays, project work and longer-term corporate arrangements.
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Trust, Environment & Sustainability
Family-owned and proudly independent, Holdsworth House combines personal service with professional delivery. As a historic venue, we are committed to responsible operations and sustainability, caring for both the building and its surroundings for future generations.
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Contact Details
We work regularly with booking agents, venue finders and PAs. Whether you’re pitching for a new client or managing an established account, our team provides clear information, responsive support and dependable delivery.
Call: +44 (0)1422 240024
Email: info@holdsworthhouse.co.uk
Directions to Holdsworth House, Halifax
Travelling from Leeds or the M1
Take the M62 westbound and leave at Junction 26. Follow the A58 directly into Halifax, continuing until signs for Holdsworth House and Holmfield appear.
Travelling from Manchester or the M6
Take the M62 eastbound and leave at Junction 24. Follow the A629 towards Halifax, staying on this road until you reach the Holmfield area.
From Halifax Town Centre
Take the A629 signposted for Keighley. Remain on the A629 for approximately 1.5 miles, then turn right at the car showroom onto Shay Lane (signposted Holmfield and Holdsworth House). Continue for around 1 mile, passing Trinity Academy on your left. Ignore sat nav instructions to turn off this road. The hotel entrance is on the right after Laurel Bank Close.
