From one-off meetings to regular classes, workshops, to conferences and trade fairs; our spaces can be hired individually or combined to suit your needs.
We provide TVs for presentations, flipcharts, internet access, and optional refreshment packages. We offer preferential rates for long-term bookings, with full day, half day and hourly options.
Meeting Room 1
Capacity: 30
Ideal for meetings, training workshops and community groups, Meeting Room 1 is an affordable option for up to 30 people. It can be adapted for multiple uses and seating layouts and includes TV screens and flip charts. It has an adjoining door to Meeting Room 2, and we offer a special rate if you hire both rooms together.
Meeting Room 2
Capacity: 12 – Boardroom
Set-up in classic boardroom style for meetings of up to 12 people, with TV Screen and flip charts included. It has an annexed waiting area, so it is also perfect for interviews and auditions. Meeting Room 2 is often used as breakout space when hired with Meeting Room 1.
Assembly Theatre
Capacity: 400
Our Assembly Theatre is the perfect space for events and conferences. With stunning Victorian features, it offers the flexibility of retractable raked seating for up to 334 guests or delegates. When the seating is folded back, it is transformed into an open and spacious hall which can be used for trade fairs, indoor markets, large gatherings or events. Included with it are dressing rooms and industry-standard lighting and sound.
The Old Art School
Capacity: 60
The original home of Barnsley’s School of Art, this bright, open space is flooded with natural light and boasts a vaulted ceiling and beautiful period features. With room for up to 60 people, the Old Art School can be used for classes, workshops, away days or creative activities. It is self-contained with its own entrance, toilets and small off-shoot rooms.
