Conferences

Why settle for the usual when you can select the unusual for your meetings, presentations or training events?

Catalyst is a unique venue housed in a Grade II listed building steeped in industrial history with fascinating exhibits and displays. Situated on the banks of the River Mersey, Catalyst offers a range of meeting spaces and stunning views over the Mersey Gateway Bridge and the surrounding area from the 4th floor, glass-walled Observatory Gallery

Why Choose Catalyst?

Catalyst is easily accessible from Merseyside, Manchester, Lancashire and Cheshire and are just 10 minutes from both the M56 and M62. We offer a first class catering service, superb value for money and a professional approach so your meeting at Catalyst will certainly be a memorable experience for all your guests. At breaks and lunchtimes, delegates are invited to explore the interactive galleries and take in the views.

Facilities Available

The Gossage Room, our archive room on the 2nd floor, is ideal for presentations, meetings and training. It seats up to 16 people boardroom style or 30 theatre style for presentations.

The Deacon Room is situated on the 3rd floor, with a great view of the River Mersey. This room is ideal for small meetings of up to 8 people.

The Friends Room is also situated on the 3rd floor with great views of the River. This room seats up to 8 people boardroom style or 15 people for presentations.

The Theatre, situated on the first floor has tiered seating that can accommodate up to 70 people for lectures and presentations or 25 people with the seats back against the wall and tables set boardroom style.

The Education Centre comprises two rooms that can be set classroom style for 36 in each or theatre style for 50. These rooms can be opened into one larger room to accommodate up to 100 people theatre style. Rooms can be hired separately and the facility provides a flexible space for exhibitions, meetings, presentations and seminars.

The Discovery Lab can be hired for workshop sessions or training events and can accommodate up to 32 people.

The Observatory Gallery is a glass-walled, rooftop gallery that affords stunning views over the river landscape, making it an ideal location for corporate hospitality functions. This area can accommodate up to 100 people for a standing event or 40 people seated for a presentation.

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Catering

A high quality catering service is available – with a specially prepared selection of tempting menus. Whether you require creative canapes or a sumptuous buffet, we are pleased to assist you in your choice of menus or develop ideas to suit your specific needs.

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