Parkinson Court

Parkinson Court

Housed within our flagship Parkinson Building and home to the iconic tower, featured in the University’s logo, Parkinson Court is a versatile venue for hosting events with grandeur and prestige.

Venue info

Housed within our flagship Parkinson Building and home to the iconic tower, featured in the University’s logo, Parkinson Court is a versatile venue for hosting events with grandeur and prestige. The building is named after Frank Parkinson, an alumnus and major benefactor to the University, who helped fund its development ahead of its Royal opening in 1951.

The Grade II listed building offers over 400sqm of space, making it highly flexible for a range of different event formats, including receptions, exhibitions, networking and formal hospitality.

When choosing Parkinson Court to host your event, your guests will become immersed in our rich history and heritage, providing a truly memorable experience. The aesthetic features include art deco architecture, an original Henry Moore sculpture and a historic art gallery for your guests to explore.

For large-scale conferences, Parkinson Court can be combined with the nearby Michael Sadler Building, to accommodate up to 340 delegates.

Parkinson Court – additional features and facilities:

  • Fully accessible venue
  • Natural daylight
  • Branding opportunities
  • Exterior courtyard surrounded by Gothic architecture, ideal for seasonal outdoor events
  • Additional breakout rooms available
  • Wireless and hard-wired internet connection
  • Flexible catering options, delivered by our in-house team of chefs
  • Audio-visual equipment can be provided on request
  • Over 400sqm of space

    A superb arena for large receptions or support catering for exhibitions and meetings.

  • Iconic Gothic architecture

    The University’s signature building – an impressive venue for receptions and hospitality events.

  • Perfect for large scale conferences

    When linked with the Michael Sadler Building it is perfect for large scale conferences and exhibitions.

Rooms and capacities

Location

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Contact us

To find out more about the Parkinson Court, arrange a site visit or discuss your specific requirements, complete a short form or contact our dedicated Conferences and Events team – call us on 0113 343 6100 or email us at conferences@leeds.ac.uk.