The Derby Conference Centre Limited

General information

The Derby Conference Centre, a Grade II listed building, offers an elegant façade, sweeping staircase, famous sunken lounge and period features, which transport visitors back to the 1930s. While combining its heritage with modern conference facilities the venue caters for a broad range of business and leisure guests.

It includes an original Art Deco lecture theatre, 50 AA rated 4 star, en-suite bedrooms, free superfast Wi-Fi throughout the building, and beautiful gardens which provide the perfect backdrop for teambuilding events.

For conference and event teams that are looking to break free from the artificial settings of a purpose built venue, the Derby Conference Centre offers a tranquil atmosphere that will impress your guests, all located on the outskirts of the City Centre.

Originally the British Rail Training College, The Derby Conference Centre is a landmark in the city and has been deeply entwined with the national history of railways for more than 70 years.

All employees at Derby Conference Centre are committed to offering the highest level of customer care, ensuring customers feel comfortable and welcome. We have experience in servicing a wide range of events and offer flexibility when accommodating your requirements. A professional conference and events sales team will work closely with you, right from your initial enquiry stage to any last minute amendments, to ensure your event is a success. Feedback is actively requested, enabling continuous improvements of faculties and services.

This versatile venue has a range of facilities for all your conference, meeting and events needs. Whether you are planning an exhibition, seminar, training session, corporate event, small meeting, wedding or a private party, the Derby Conference Centre offers the ideal setting, exemplary service and the expertise to ensure it is truly memorable.

To meet the requirements of event organizers, guests and visitors alike The Derby Conference Centre provide the following;
• Conference rooms which can accommodate from 2 up to 400 delegates
• 120 seated lecture theatre
• Art deco lounge seating 250 people for a dinner event
• 50 AA 4-Star en-suite bedrooms
• Restaurant serving high quality cuisine, buffet menus and bistro food
• Fully licensed bar
• Free Wi-fi throughout the building
• Competitive rates

The stunning Art-Deco building offers the choice of rooms, each with natural lighting and the technology to run your event, alongside accommodation facilities for your guests to enjoy. The Derby Conference Centre is a landmark in the city and the elegant building still retains many of its original features and continues to attract business guests and the general public alike.

We cater for the following events:
• Conferences
• Seminars
• Breakfast Meetings
• Exhibitions
• Board Meetings

Our dedicated team will ensure your event will be delivered to exceed your expectations, on hand to assist you with any additional organisation requirements you may have.