About this location
This historic civic hall, opened in 1869, with stunning interiors of glorious murals, oil paintings, stained glass and intricate carvings, is a Victorian Gothic hall filming location in Chester, Cheshire. A grand assembly room, a magnificent beamed and panelled council chamber, a committee room and an original Victorian courtroom with a stained glass ceiling suit period drama, film, TV, events and photoshoots.
Key features
- Historic civic hall opened in 1869
- Glorious murals, oil paintings and intricate carvings
- Stained glass windows throughout
- Grand Assembly Room with beautiful ceiling and wood panelling
- Council Chamber with beamed ceiling and vast natural light
- Original Victorian courtroom with stained glass ceiling
- Lift access and accessible toilets
Room breakdown
- Assembly Room (reception 300, theatre 300, banquet 150) with PA, lighting and projection
- Council Chamber (up to 120) with beamed ceiling and wood panelling
- Committee Room (up to 25) overlooking the square
- Victorian Courtroom (capacity 60) with original seats and stained glass ceiling
Parking and accessibility
- Lift access
- Accessible toilets
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Accessible toilets
- Lift access
- Baby changing facilities
- PA, lighting, projector and screen in the Assembly Room
- Hearing loop
Rules and restrictions
The Hirer(s) shall not alter, move, or interfere with any lighting, heating, power, cabling or other electrical fittings or appliances; or install or use any additional lighting, heating, power, cabling or other electrical fittings or appliances in Venue without prior consent of the Council.The Hirer(s) agrees not to cause or permit any damage to the Venue, including any furnishings, equipment, or fixtures at the Venue. The Hirer(s) agrees to pay for any
damage (including accidental damage) caused by the Hirer(s) or their guests and
howsoever caused.