The Darwin Room

The Darwin Room is aptly named after Charles Darwin, as he and Elizabeth Gaskell were related.

The room is located on the ground floor of the Coach House and is fully accessible. It has its own entrance, bathroom and kitchenette, making it perfect for an all-day event. Hire prices include a deluxe screen, flip chart and Wi-Fi.

The Darwin Room is available for hire 7 days a week individually, or in a package with the Nightingale Room and the Bronte Room.

Capacities and layouts

Please find the maximum capacity for various layouts in the Darwin Room below. These numbers include facilitators.

  • Theatre – 35 delegates
  • Boardroom – 20 delegates
  • Classroom – 18 delegates
  • Cabaret – 20 delegates
  • Horseshoe – 20 delegates

For more information about our room hire options and prices, please contact our team by completing the enquiry form below. Alternatively, email enquiries@elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk or call 0161 273 2215.

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