The Centre at St Thomas' Church

The Centre at St Thomas' Church offers flexible room hire in central Lancaster for organisers planning meetings, workshops, training sessions and community gatherings. Its rooms range from a quiet space for small meetings to larger activity rooms that can be arranged for group sessions or conference-style events. Rooms 1 and 2 can be hired separately or together, with the combined space accommodating up to 230 people in a conference layout. Smaller rooms and a relaxed lounge-style space provide options for focused discussions, informal gatherings and breakout sessions.

Most rooms have audiovisual facilities, including screens, while the two largest ground-floor rooms also have projectors. Wi-Fi is available, and organisers can hire a fully equipped ground-floor kitchen or use a smaller first-floor kitchen for basic refreshments. Tea and coffee are provided from the kitchen. Catering is not included, though the centre can suggest local catering firms.

The building has step-free access features including ramps and a lift, accessible toilets, baby-changing facilities and a Changing Places facility. Limited parking may be arranged in advance. The centre is open to everyone, and eligible charities, churches and St Thomas' Church members can ask about reduced room rates. Organisers can check availability through the online calendar, enquire about repeat bookings or multiple rooms, and request a virtual tour before making plans. Its position on Marton Street makes it a practical option for Lancaster events that need adaptable rooms, built-in AV and self-catering facilities.