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.


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.


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.

Planning something smaller? For focused meetings, private consultations, boardroom meetings or interview spaces take a look at our light, spacious and fully equipped meeting rooms – accommodating up to 40 guests.