Carlisle Station Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

With a suite built for Queen Victoria, the Carlisle Station Hotel retains charm and character blending perfectly with modern facilities and contemporary interior design. Conveniently situated in the city centre, this is a superb venue for business and private events of all types and sizes.

There are five rooms available for corporate meetings, with free Wi-Fi, and a team at hand to ensure your function runs without a hitch. The largest room, the stunning Ballroom on the first floor can accommodate up to 220 delegates and has a good-sized stage area, making it the ideal venue for larger conferences, presentations and product launches, whilst the smallest room, the plush specially appointed Executive Boardroom provides comfort for up to 10 guests. In between these two extremes, there is the Merlot Room, seating 80 in theatre style; the Courtroom, hosting 60 in various layouts, and the Citadel Room for up to 14 in boardroom formation. DDP’s include LCD projector and screen, stationery and flipchart, a choice of lunches, and … delicious bacon rolls on arrival!

For a lavish wedding, the Ballroom provides a magnificent setting, with theatrical purple and gilt décor and a wood sprung floor for dancing the night away. Of the five function rooms, three are licensed for civil ceremonies, so no matter how big or small your special day is, the hotel provides everything you need. A friendly team of wedding co-ordinators will ensure the finest details are just right for you, and packages include red carpet on arrival, Master of Ceremonies, and a choice of buffet and seated meals. Of course, it’s not just weddings catered for here – all types of celebrations can be hosted at the hotel, from birthdays to christenings, and gala dinners to fundraising events.

The 70 tasteful and contemporary styled rooms all have flat screen TV with Freeview, Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, and luxury toiletries. The sumptuous brasserie style restaurant, with its exciting menu of British and European classics, provides an intimate place to dine, whilst the wine bar is ideal for lighter meals. The hotel is renowned for its afternoon tea served in elegant Victorian splendour. And if you over indulge, the hotel has an arrangement with a very close sports and fitness club, with a 20m pool, hot tubs, steam room and fully equipped gym.

The hotel is just three miles from the M6, and only a minute or so from Carlisle railway station. The nearest airport is Newcastle International, within an hour’s drive.