The Blackpool Opera House is one of the largest theatres in Europe, with a capacity of 2,813. Usually used for theatrical performances, the venue will bring a sense of charm to any event.

The Opera House is an ideal venue for conferences, presentations, and seminars, thanks to its traditional seating layout, which is split across three levels. Stall seats are located directly in front of the stage, and additional seating can be found in the circle and balcony areas. All seats have a fantastic view of the stage, ensuring guests will always have a great view of what’s happening.

The Opera House is also equipped with modern audio and visual technology. It features one of the largest digital cinema screens in the north-west, as well a state of the art surround sound system – perfect for bringing any presentation to life.

• The Opera House Blackpool boasts one of the UK’s largest auditoriums with a capacity of 2,813 over 3 levels.
• It also features one of the widest proscenium arches in the world at 13,716mm wide and 9,140mm high.
• Sound, lighting and rigging are available – see tech sheet for further details.
• The stage features a 1/36 rake and orchestra pit when required.
• The venue In isolation boasts 17 dressing rooms.

The Empress Ballroom is one of the most popular venues within the Winter Gardens complex. It has been enjoyed by delegates at conferences and events of all shapes and sizes throughout the years.

The venue is perhaps most well-known for regularly hosting the annual party conferences of the big three political parties in the UK, Labour, the Conservatives, and the Liberal Democrats, throughout the late 20th century.

With maximum capacity of 3000, the Empress is a very flexible space. Its layout can be arranged to suit the needs of any event. It is possible to customise the space with various seating arrangements, as well as utilising the venue as an exhibition space where delegates are free to walk around and explore.

The Empress can also be used in conjunction with our other conference and events venues, and is also directly linked to the Olympia Exhibition Centre.

• The Empress Ballroom has 3 levels including two balconies and the main floor which is fully sprang.
• A stage is present situated midway on the south wall with a 9m proscenium and 6m depth. This can be removed or extended as required.
• Sound, lighting and rigging are available.

Stunning cafes, traditional bars and fine dining restaurants, the Winter Gardens Blackpool offers a wide range of choices whether you’re visiting an event or just passing through.

The Empress Grill Room within the Winter Gardens offers the choice of fine cuisine with flexible catering that can be tailored to your requirements. The contemporary interior of the restaurant contrasts delightfully with the dramatic surroundings of the building.

Make your visit to the Winter Gardens Blackpool extra special and enjoy a 2-course pre-event meal in the stunning Empress Grill. Available on the majority of events, The Empress Grill offers a stunning setting inside the Winter Gardens to enjoy a fantastic meal before taking your seats in one of our many venues.

During the day, visitors to the Winter Gardens Blackpool can take advantage of the relaxed atmosphere of The Mazzei Cafe.

The Mazzei situated off the Floral Hall and opposite The Empress Grill Room serves light lunches, afternoon tea and snacks including paninis, homemade cakes and a selection of sandwiches.
Live music is provided by pianist Brant Nuttal during the day.

Afternoon tea is available in the Mazzei Cafe but must be booked in advance. To book please call 01253 629600

Gillow’s located behind the Mazzei cafe is a traditional bar with live entertainment from house band Pineapple Jack throughout the main holiday season from lunch daily.

The Galleon Bar which opened in 1931 and was modelled on the lines of the officers’ quarters of one of the Spanish armada’s galleons. The Gillows Bar leads off the Galleon Bar and is a perfect venue for intimate performances and as a break room during large conferences. Each of these wondrous spaces can be used individually or as rooms to facilitate a larger event for networking, relaxing or small meetings.

Winter Gardens
97 Church Street
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY1 1HL

Blackpool Winter Gardens is located centrally within the resorts town and is less than a 10 minute car drive from us.

You can also reach it via bus or tram, both of which have stops a few mins walk from us and take less than 15 minutes to reach the Winter Gardens.

Finally if you’re feeling energetic you can walk to the Winter Gardens, which is about a 25-30 minute walk from us.