Blackpool Winter Gardens

Winter Gardens Blackpool is a premier destination that seamlessly combines historic charm with state-of-the-art 21st-century facilities. Hosting up to 500 events each year and welcoming over 1.3 million guests from over 70 countries, it is a landmark venue renowned for its versatility and capacity to accommodate a wide range of events.

Opened in 2022, the Blackpool Conference and Exhibition Centre is a state-of-the-art, purpose-built venue that stands as one of the largest of its kind in the north of England. This 21st-century facility is split over two floors, featuring an expansive exhibition space on the first floor and a conference space with a capacity of 2,000 on the second floor. With a total of 2,400 sqm / 25,833 sq ft of dedicated space, the venue is ideal for hosting large events. Additionally, it can be utilised in conjunction with other venues throughout the Winter Gardens complex.

The historic Winter Gardens Blackpool offers five acres of connected spaces to suit large conferences, exhibitions, award ceremonies, and more intimate dinners and receptions. The iconic Empress Ballroom, Opera House, and Olympia Exhibition Hall provide a combined capacity for up to 7,000 delegates. Three more venues, ideal for events up to 1,000 delegates, include the Arena, the stylish Spanish Hall, and the oldest venue at Winter Gardens Blackpool - the Pavilion and Horseshoe.

For smaller gatherings, the Baronial Hall with its Jacobean-style banqueting suite, Derham Lounge, and the Renaissance Room offer intimate settings. The venue’s impressive portfolio of spaces ensures that Winter Gardens Blackpool can accommodate a wide range of events, maintaining its status as a premier destination for business events in England.