Kirkley Hall

About the venue

Kirkley Hall is a 17th Century Grade II listed building situated in the Northumberland countryside just outside of Ponteland.

Set in beautiful grounds and gardens the Hall offers a tranquil location for weddings, christening celebrations, private functions, conferences, meetings and other corporate events. The Hall is part of Northumberland College's Kirkley Hall site, which has provided agricultural and land based training for more than 50 years. The Hall has the added bonus of being situated only 8 miles from Newcastle city centre and 4 miles from Newcastle International Airport, making it easily accessible by road and air. We pride ourselves on our superb menus, fine wines and relaxing and friendly atmosphere. Our experienced staff will look after your every need and are happy to discuss a bespoke service for your event to suit your individual needs. Kirkley Hall offers a delightful venue and is an ideal location for any type of business event. The facilities are suitable for conferences, training seminars, meetings, exhibitions, corporate hospitality and social functions. There are five main function rooms, four with ground floor access, available for your event to use either individually or combined, and can accommodate up to 150 delegates. From the rooms you can access the Italianate patio, which overlooks the formal lawns and the estate's grounds. There is also an exhibition hall available for hire for larger events, accommodating up to 700 delegates theatre style and a smaller meeting room available for more intimate shorter meetings. The Hall is situated in the heart of the Northumberland countryside just outside Ponteland, yet only 4 miles from Newcastle airport, and approximately 8 miles from Newcastle city centre. This makes for an ideal venue close to the region’s capital and easily accessible by road, rail and air. There is also adequate free parking available for delegates using their own transport. Excellent refreshments are available and our Chef would be happy to discuss bespoke catering needs and offer suggested menus. Bar facilities are also available upon request. Delegates can take time out to have a relaxing walk around the extensive grounds in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Our gardens attract visitors from all over the country. Decorative plant and floral arrangements can be supplied for events and can be inspected in the large greenhouse situated in the walled gardens.