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About Winter Gardens Blackpool - Empress Ballroom
The Empress Ballroom is a grand historic ballroom within the Winter Gardens complex in Blackpool. With a capacity of up to 3,250 delegates across theatre, cabaret, banquet, and floor layouts, it’s a versatile space for conferences, performances, and large celebrations. The venue sits at 97 Church Street, Blackpool, bringing iconic architecture and a central location to your event.
Whether you’re hosting a conference, gala, or concert, we’ve got you covered with reliable ticketing and planning guidance. Secure your seats and explore nearby accommodations, dining, and transport options to make your visit seamless.
The Empress Ballroom is known for hosting major events such as party conferences and cultural gatherings, as well as live performances by renowned artists. When planning, consider the seating options across the three levels (main floor and two balconies) and check the official floor plan for precise seating breakdowns. For convenience, plan transport from nearby Blackpool North rail station and city tram and bus connections. Parking is available nearby at Houndshill, Central Car Park, and Talbot Road Car Park, all within short walking distance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: up to 3,250 delegates (theatre ~1,200; cabaret ~830; banquet ~996; floor area ~1,102 sq m).
- Address: Winter Gardens, 97 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HL, United Kingdom.
- Venue type: Empress Ballroom is a grand historic ballroom within the Winter Gardens complex.
- Seating chart: three levels (main floor + two balconies); floor plan and seating breakdown available on official pages.
- Parking: no on-site parking; closest is the Houndshill multi-storey (FY1 4NY) ~150m away; alternate nearby lots include Central Car Park (FY1 6AD) and Talbot Road Car Park.
- Transit: Blackpool North rail station ~10 minutes’ walk; tram/bus connections nearby; signage directs attendees to the venue via Church Street access.
- Nearby hotels: Premier Inn Blackpool City Centre (near the Winter Gardens) confirmed by Premier Inn; other options include hotels in Blackpool town centre within walking distance.
- Notable events: historically hosts the annual party conferences of Labour, Conservative and Liberal Democrat parties; home of the Blackpool Dance Festival and World Matchplay darts; has hosted acts like Pet Shop Boys, Paul Weller, Stone Roses, The Verve, Florence and the Machine.