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
Prices
These prices apply to weekday and Sunday bookings between 9am and 5pm. Please enquire for more information about Saturday and evening rates.
| Hourly rate | 4 hours | 8 hours | |
| Standard bookings | £40 per hour (min. 2) | £140 | £280 |
| Charities & community groups* | £30 per hour (min. 2) | £100 | £200 |
*These discounted rates do not apply to registered charities or community groups if they are booking on behalf of a non-charitable organisation.
We offer a tea and coffee package for just £30 for us to 15 people or £40 for over 15 people. We do not provide catering but we are happy for you to bring your own food or arrange for a delivery. We can recommend some local catering companies if you would like.
If you are looking for something more bespoke, our team will be happy to help. Please contact us by completing the enquiry form below. Alternatively, email enquiries@elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk or call 0161 273 2215.
