With extensive experience as a conference/training venue,
Alston Hall Residential College provides the expertise and
surroundings you need for a successful event

Overview

Our Victorian country house is set in an attractive rural location about 6 miles east of Preston - yet only a few miles from junction 31A of the M6. Alston Hall offers residential training facilities comprising 32 bedrooms, 2 dining rooms, a lounge with licensed bar, conservatory and extensive gardens. We also offer training, conference and meeting facilities for day use. Some training facilities, dining room, lounge/bar and some of the residential accommodation are on the ground floor, allowing easy access for people with disabilities. There is lift access to our first floor facilities in the main building. Our considerable experience of client requirements combined with friendly staff, a relaxed atmosphere, and that very special personal touch create a very supportive learning environment, which will undoubtedly contribute to the success of your event. Our Conference Administrator will liaise closely with you, both before and during the event to ensure that all your requirements are met. Staff are available throughout your stay to provide support.

The College has 3 large lecture rooms and a range of smaller syndicate rooms. The rooms will accommodate from 12 to 60 to delegates (depending on room choice and layout). All training rooms are well equipped and comfortable. Your room(s) will be ready on arrival, with the layout requested and the AV equipment ready for use to ensure a problem-free start to your day. In addition we have access to training/learning support and learning technology support equipment. ICT facilities are available in 2 rooms and free access to the internet in the library. There will always be someone on hand to assist, should there be any last minute changes to your programme. Refreshments will be available for your delegates on arrival in the conservatory.

Alston Hall offers 32 comfortable, centrally heated bedrooms, 22 of which have en-suite facilities. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided in each room. The College has a comfortable lounge for use throughout your stay and a bar which is available at lunchtimes and during the evenings. The College library is located on the first floor and includes an ICT facility.

The Dining Room staff provide a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy an excellent 2 course lunch of either hot or cold selection with vegetarian alternatives. Other dietary requirements for health or religion can also be catered for on request. The evening meal offers a sumptuous home cooked 3 course dinner. Our Catering Manager would be pleased to discuss any other special requirements you may have. Sample menus are available upon request.

Delegate Rates