Conference rooms

Set in a beautifully restored Victorian workhouse next to Europe’s largest teaching hospital, the Thackray Museum of Medicine offers a distinctive setting for your next event. Whether you’re planning a conference, an expo event, team away days or workshops, our event spaces combine character and practicality with the added inspiration of being surrounded by centuries of medical innovation.
Moynihan Auditorium
Best for: Conferences, expo events, presentations, away days, training, hybrid events, lectures, rehearsals, workshops
A bright and spacious auditorium with natural daylight ideal for larger events including conferences, workshops, keynote talks and screenings.
Fully equipped with a projector and large screen, full PA system, ceiling speakers, built-in microphones, and cameras for seamless remote and hybrid events.
Capacity: Up to 110 guests.




| Boardroom | Cabaret | Classroom | Dinner | Reception | Theatre | |
| Capacity | 30 | 80 | 40 | 80 | 200 | 120 |
James Allan
Best for: Training sessions, seminars, mid-sized meetings, workshops
A flexible space with natural light and a modern AV setup perfect for presentations, hybrid events and in-person meetings.
Cameras and microphones all included.
Capacity: Up to 40 guests.




| Boardroom | Cabaret | Theatre | U-shape | |
| Capacity | 12 | 32 | 50 | 12 |
What’s included in your package?
- Access to AV facilities
- Free Wi-fi
- Discounted parking for attendees
- Free access to the museum galleries during opening hours

Catering for meetings and events
Locally sourced, freshly prepared, and made in-house
We offer a range of bespoke in-house catering options to suit your event – from breakfast meetings to afternoon tea:
- Handmade sandwich platters and lunch buffets
- All-day breakfast buns
- Award-winning pastries
- Sweet treats and afternoon tea
- Coffee from Leeds-based Roastery North Star.
- Have specific dietary needs or questions? Let us know when you enquire and we’ll make sure everything’s just right.
