The Empire
Set in the city centre of Leicester which is ideally located in the Midlands, with close by railway and motorway links; this historic landmark offers a unique setting for any corporate event. We can comfortably accommodate between 50 – 500 delegates. Exhibition space, OHP, flipcharts and any other technical equipment required can be arranged on request.
For these kinds of events we are happy to arrange catering be it coffee and biscuits, finger food buffet or a full three-course lunch or dinner. We are also happy to arrange accommodation for delegates at nearby hotels if necessary.
The Empire provides an impressive backdrop for filiming and photo shoots. Being architecturally unspoilt its dramatic gothic-styled interior is beautifully captured.
The setting of The Empire is perfect for fashion shows. With a large stage and a changing area, you can show off your latest designs on our walk way aisle measuring 27 meters.
In the past, well-known Asian fashion designers from Leicester’s Golden Mile have showcased their latest collections, as well as traditional African designers and prominent high-end boutiques have also chosen The Empire to launch their designer collections.
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Get my Free Venue ShortlistThe Empire Hall is a Grade II listed building and a historic landmark of Leicester.
This magnificent building, together with attention to detail and design and its historical element is a unique venue.
It has been transformed into a spectacular banqueting facility and is now available for exclusive hire for your special day.
The Empire Hall is situated within the Golden Mile of the city centre, located within easy reach by railway and motorway links.
We are licensed to host Civil Weddings and can cater for small weddings of 50 to larger parties of up to 500 guests.
We have hosted many multi faith weddings and understand the special requirements of each individual event.
In choosing The Empire Hall you are not just booking a venue but a service. We are committed to ensuring peace of mind and will be there at every stage to ensure that your special day runs smoothly. With our experience in making dreams come true, our wedding team will listen and help translate your own vision into reality whilst offering friendly support and advice.
Room Information
The Empire has one room, which holds up to 500 guests seated.
- Whole Venue200-500 seated
Travel Information
Leicester (about 0.8 miles away)
Getting to The Empire by public transport
In Belgrave Gate, Leicester, The Empire is about 0.8 miles from Leicester (train).
Getting to The Empire by car
For sat nav, use the postcode LE1 3WU.
Getting to The Empire by air
The nearest major airports are East Midlands (about 15 miles away) and Birmingham (about 29 miles away). Distances are in a straight line, so the road journey will be longer.
The Empire for conferences, fashion shows and filming
Set in the city centre of Leicester, close to railway and motorway links in the Midlands, The Empire is a historic landmark with a dramatic gothic-styled interior.
Delegates, buffets and three courses
The hall comfortably accommodates between 50 and 500 delegates, and events of that scale are straightforward, with exhibition space, OHP, flipcharts and other technical equipment arranged on request. Catering runs from coffee and biscuits to a finger food buffet or a full three-course lunch or dinner, which gives mixing with other guests a relaxed setting between sessions. Nearby hotels can take delegates who need a room.
A 27 metre catwalk
The setting suits fashion shows, with a large stage, a changing area and a walkway aisle measuring 27 meters. Well-known Asian fashion designers from Leicester's Golden Mile, traditional African designers and high-end boutiques have launched collections here.
Gothic backdrop for the camera
The architecturally unspoilt interior is beautifully captured in filming and photo shoots, and gives corporate occasions a backdrop that guests notice, from a seasonal party to a launch.
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