Make any occasion unforgettable
Built in 1928, the Trent Building makes an impact with its stunning architecture and views across Highfield’s boating lake and a large lawned area.
Grade II listed, the iconic Trent Building built in 1928 looks out across Highfield’s boating lake and a large lawned area. The external façade, courtyard area and internal furnishings are truly decadent and the Council Room, Senate Chamber and Great Hall make impressive venues for conferences, events, formal celebratory dinners and weddings. Steeped in history, the building is also available to hire as a location for film and media productions.
Perfect for...
Weddings
Located on 330 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds, the Trent Building provides an ideal location for your wedding party.
Private or celebratory dinners
Looking for a grand historic building to host your next celebration? Wow your guests with stunning architecture by choosing to host your next private dinner in the council room, great hall or senate chamber.
Events
Events of all sizes, we can host almost anything from Murder mystery nights to training days. Our event’s team can tailor events to your requirements.
Conferences
Our largest room can host up to 350 guests, which is ideal for large conferences, networking or drinks receptions.
Room Information
Room Capacities
| ROOM | THEATRE | BOARDROOM | CLASSROOM | RECEPTION | DINING | FORK BUFFET |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Committee | - | 25 | 25 | - | - | - |
| Council | - | 18 | - | 50 | 50 | - |
| Great Hall | 250 | - | - | 200 | 180 | 150 |
| Senate Chamber | 200 | 60 | 46 | 200 | 160 | - |
Traditionally furnished to a high standard, the Council Room is an ideal location for a small lunch or dinner for up to 60 guests or a drinks reception using the foyer for up to 60 guests.
Traditionally furnished to a high standard, the Council Room is an ideal location for a small lunch or dinner for up to 60 guests or a drinks reception using the foyer for up to 60 guests.
The Great Hall is a large spacious area steeped in history. It includes a stage, a bar and fully integrated AV facilities.
Located downstairs with doors opening out onto the lawn, the Senate Chamber is beautifully furnished and suitable for a large seated dinner for up to 150 or buffet for 200 guests.
Interested in the Trent Building?
Get in touch with our Campus Venues teams to discuss your event needs.