Conferences and Weddings
Information on conference and wedding facilities at Durban House.
There is no finer place for business meetings, conferences and special functions than Durban House - a magnificent setting, steeped in a wealth of history.
We offer:
- Very competitive rates with prices from just £25.00 for a half day booking;
- Two quality conference rooms;
- Free, limited on-site car parking;
- Easy access to M1 junction 26 and 27;
- Full disabled access;
- Conference equipment available for hire;
- A wide variety of delicious catering options including main meals, buffets and cream teas.
Want to offer your delegates something different?- Durban House forms part of D.H. Lawrence Heritage a multi award winning visitor attraction. The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is just a 5 minute walk away. Group tours can be arranged, contact us for further details.
Durban House was built in 1876 as the offices for the local coal owners, Barber, Walker & Co., where as a boy the world famous writer D.H. Lawrence would collect his father's wages. This unique venue is the ideal choice for intimate conferences, meetings, presentations and training events. Delegates and organisers alike will enjoy an unparalleled level of service from our dedicated and friendly team.
See the right hand menu for booking forms and further details

We can meet the needs of a wide range of special functions including:
- Anniversaries
- Baby Naming Ceremonies
- Birthdays
- Christenings
- Civil Partnership
- Civil Weddings
- Engagement parties
- Funeral wakes
- Humanist weddings
- Reunions
Where our Heritage is the ideal start to your Future
We provide the ideal surroundings for celebrations such as christenings and anniversaries as well as being a fully licensed civil wedding venue. We guarantee a charming venue with a friendly feel to ensure your wedding becomes one of your most special and cherished memories.

Page Last Updated: 06/05/2010