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The Grand, York

Station Rise, York, England, YO1 6GD
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Built in 1906 as a ‘Palace of Business’, originally the headquarters for one of the most powerful railway companies in England, it was built during the Golden Age of travel. The Grand is an iconic building, which reflects the elegance and glamour of the period, the success and wealth of the company that commissioned it. As far as York conference venues go, The Grand provides the perfect backdrop for your meetings and events. We have a total of 6 event spaces complete with WiFi, which can be expanded to 7 when utilising the beautiful the Cookery School meeting space. The Cookery School at The Grand opened in March 2019 and is entirely self-contained, creating the perfect setting for corporate groups and private parties. Experience express, half-day, and full-day courses focussing on a selection of international cuisines and speciality classes along with teambuilding experiences set to add a dynamic and immersive element to conference and events for our business clientele. Led by Cookery School Director, Marc Williams, the state-of-the-art kitchen includes 16 workstations, each of which can comfortably accommodate two cooks working side-by-side, offering a superb team-building opportunity. The Cookery School also has a large, modern meeting space for delegates to further enjoy the culinary atmosphere. The Cookery School experience offers a wholly interactive addition to an event, giving attendees the opportunity to relax and engage with one other. Intimate, fine dining can be offered in the Legacy Restaurant which offers a modern British and Yorkshire inspired menu alongside an exceptional wine list, served in an iconic setting. The restaurant boasts innovative cuisine and interiors with locality, sustainability, and great northern hospitality at its core. Perfect for teambuilding Take some time away from working and bring the team together. Whether it’s learning new skills in the kitchen, a spot of stargazing or even some competitive axe throwing, The Grand, York is the perfect location for your next team building event. With its versatile event spaces and city centre location it is ideal for visitors from across the country. The Grand’s impressive history coupled with its luxurious reputation makes it an ideal location for meeting rooms in York. The perfect venue for special occasions or your next conference or event. Allow our team to create you a bespoke package which can include anything from cookery classes to afternoon tea, dinner at The Rise and even spa treatments. The Spa at The Grand, York will be undergoing an extensive and exciting £2.5m spa renovation soon, meaning that the spa and gym facilities will be closed from the 1st of May 2025. We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you to our new spa in early 2026. We will also be offering the use of in-room gym kits, Grand running route recommendations and use of our Grand bicycles to explore the city. View our 3D tour: http://bit.ly/GrandHotelYork3Ds Instagram; @thegrandyork https://www.instagram.com/thegrandyork/?hl=en

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependentPreferred Hotels & Resorts
Built1906
Renovated2018
Total meeting space3,908 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms207
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

AA Hotel Services
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
2024 Visit England Awards for Excellence – ‘Large Hotel of The Year’ (Gold) Visit York Tourism Awards – ‘Large Hotel of The Year’ Visit York Tourism Awards - Legacy at The Grand, York – ‘Taste of England’ Top 30 Best Places To Work In Hospitality - The Caterer Best ‘Family Friendly Accommodation’ in the Little Vikings York awards - ‘Best Places To Stay’ category 2023 Legacy at The Grand, York – awarded three AA Rosettes at the AA Hospitality Awards Concierge of The Year at The Catey’s – Jordi Vaca – Head Concierge Sunday Times – Best Places to Work Housekeeping Supervisor of The Year at the HHH Awards – Fiona McCartney – Assistant Head Housekeeper Be Inclusive Hospitality ‘Spotlight Awards 2023’ Chef of The Year - Ahmed Abdalla – Head Chef, Legacy at The Grand, York Yorkshire Post Tourism Awards – ‘Large Hotel of The Year’ Historic Hotels Worldwide – recognised in the Top 25 Afternoon Tea experience list Visit York Tourism Awards – ‘Experience of The Year’ – The Cookery School at The Grand, York 2022 Condé Nast Johansens’ – Best Afternoon Tea in the UK The Cateys – Hotel of The Year (Group) Visit York Tourism Awards - ‘Large Hotel of The Year’ Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award - placed in the top 10% worldwide based on Tripadvisor reviews 2020 Visit York Awards – ‘Business Events Venue of The Year’ (Gold) Visit York Awards – ‘Experience of The Year’ – Grand Cookery School Visit York Awards – International Tourism Award (Gold) Visit York Awards – ‘Large Hotel of The Year’ (Gold) Visit York’s first ever #LoveYork award – Home Away From Home - the place people are most looking forward to visiting after lockdown (Gold) Recognised as an IPrefer Members Choice Award Winner which represents more than 750 counties worldwide Welcome to Yorkshire White Rose Awards – ‘Business Event Venue of The Year’ (Gold) Welcome to Yorkshire White Rose Awards – ‘Large Hotel of the Year’ (Bronze) Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award – placed in the top 10% worldwide based on Tripadvisor reviews

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Tourism
Sustainability level: Bronze

Certification body: Green Tourism

Issued: 7/28/2022 Expires: 7/28/2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 01 - Oct 31May 01 - Jul 31
Shoulder season
Mar 01 - Apr 30Nov 01 - Dec 31
Low season
Jan 01 - Feb 29Aug 01 - Aug 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
3,908 sq. ft.
Largest room
1,550.0 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
6
Second largest room
678.1 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
160
Seating capacity
120

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
E-Shape
Hollow square
T-Shape
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The Grand Boardroom
1,550.0 sq. ft.
52.5 x 29.5 sq. ft.
15.4 ft.
120
37
100
-
120
54
40
64
50
40
40
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The Chairmans Suite
678.1 sq. ft.
29.5 x 23.0 sq. ft.
15.4 ft.
40
19
30
30
35
18
18
18
-
20
-
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The Gibb Suite
452.1 sq. ft.
23.0 x 19.7 sq. ft.
15.4 ft.
30
15
24
24
30
12
14
16
-
16
-
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The Leeman Suite
452.1 sq. ft.
19.7 x 23.0 sq. ft.
15.4 ft.
30
12
24
24
30
12
14
16
-
16
-
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The Ridley Suite
452.1 sq. ft.
23.0 x 18.0 sq. ft.
15.4 ft.
30
12
24
24
30
12
14
16
-
16
-
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The Paterson Suite
322.9 sq. ft.
19.7 x 16.4 sq. ft.
15.4 ft.
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
207
Suites
20

Location

Getting Here

Rail: The Grand, York is less than a 5minute walk from York Railway Station. Travel by rail in under two hours from central London; Edinburgh is just two and a half hours away; and there are regular direct services from Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester & Newcastle. Air: York is easily accessible via Manchester Airport (83 miles / 133 km) and Leeds Bradford International Airport (30 miles / 48 km). Valet Car Parking is available at £35 per car overnight. We are offering car parking spaces available on a first come first served basis (up to 30 available). Alternatively, there is a National Car Park on Tanner Row, just a minute walk from the hotel charged at £21 per 24 hours when using a discount ticket which can be collected from our Concierge team.
Distance from airport 30.4 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking

Local Attractions

Legacy
Legacy
Recreation
0 mins
Legacy offers a modern British and Yorkshire inspired menu alongside an exceptional wine list, served in an iconic setting. The restaurant boasts innovative cuisine and interiors with locality, sustainability and great northern hospitality at its core. Head Chef, Ahmed Abdalla, has created a menu which is dedicated to local provenance and showcases classic Yorkshire produce with a modern twist. Sommelier, Derek Scaife, has carefully chosen wine pairing options to perfectly complement each dish on the tasting menu, allowing guests to experience the maximum impact of both the food and the wine. Perfect for celebrations and marking special occasions or enjoying a new culinary experience, Legacy is a fine dining restaurant to add to your tick list!
Station Rise
York, GB YO1 6GD
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Afternoon Tea at The Rise
Afternoon Tea at The Rise
Recreation
1 min
Awarded ‘Best Afternoon Tea’ by 2022 Condé Nast Johansens Award for Excellence, there’s nowhere quite like The Grand when it comes to dining in York. Presented on a silver stand, our elaborate tower of savoury and sweet treats is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. Take in stunning views of the city walls from The Rise as you indulge in the best contemporary take on Afternoon Tea in York, with optional Prosecco, Champagne and Gin & Tonic upgrades, perfect for special occasions. We provide you with the perfect excuse to indulge your taste buds with an impressive selection of all-time favourites. Our afternoon tea can also be enjoyed by the meetings and conferences we host at The Grand.
The Grand
Station
York, GB YO1 6GD
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National Railway Museum
National Railway Museum
Museum
5 mins
The largest railway museum in the world pays hornage to the city's railway links and displays over a million objects showcasing the history of the railway, as well as a collection of impressive locomotives. The Grand Hotel itself was formerly the North Eastern Railway HQ.
GB
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Accessibility
Historical landmark
York is centrally located between London and Scotland, and is just 90 minutes from Manchester, and 1 hour 50 minutes from Central London. There's fantastic railway links and motorway networks and easy access to international airports. The city if a perfect getaway for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and even the Lake District.
Theatres & Festivals
Theatres & Festivals
Theater
10 mins
York is home to a collection of renowned theatre venues including The Grand Opera House, York Barbican and York Theatre Royal, as well as a programme of festivals and events throughout the year.
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Castle Howard
Castle Howard
Historical landmark
20 mins
Castle Howard is a stately home in North Yorkshire, England, 15 miles (24 km) north of York. It is one of the grandest private residences in Britain.
GB
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City Cruises
City Cruises
Recreation
1 min
York stands at the point where the River Ouse and River Foss meet, making the waterways a significant part of the city. Explore them on board one of the York City Cruises, or enjoy a drink and take in the views at one of the many riverside bars and restaurants.
Attractions & Museums
Attractions & Museums
Historical landmark
5 mins
York has more to see and do per square mile than any other UK city, and there's something for everyone, from The York Dungeons, a 2,000 year journey of York's horrible history, to the Jorvik Viking Centre, stunning Castle Howard and York Castle Museum.
York Minster
York Minster
Historical landmark
5 mins
A tour of York's world-class cathedral is an unmissable experience, with it's medieval stained glass, stone masterpieces and foundations rooted in the nation's earliest history.
GB
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Jorvik Viking Centre
Museum
10 mins
Travel around 10th century York, experiencing what it was like living in the city. The sights, sounds and even the smells of the Viking Age are brought vividly back to life as you journey back 1,000 years.
19 Coppergate
York YO1 9WT
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York Dungeons
Museum
10 mins
2000 Years of York's Dark and Grizzly History! The York Dungeon is a must-see, uniquely thrilling attraction that will take you back to the city's darkest history. See, hear, smell and feel York's stories come to life before your eyes as frighteningly funny characters transport you through time.
12 Clifford St
York YO1 9RD
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In 2010, this imposing building was reborn as one of Yorkshire’s finest hotels and meeting spaces. Splendidly retaining many of its original features, The Grand exudes luxury and grandeur and has a reputation for exceptional service in the style and tradition you would expect from a five-star hotel, combined the warmest of Yorkshire welcomes. The Grand, York is surrounded by the longest and best-preserved medieval walls in England. York is steeped in a rich history dating back to the Romans and the Vikings. The architecture and visitor attractions are testament to this, with a roll call of cultural treasures, museums and art.

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Sustainable Practices

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Diversity and Inclusion

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Health and Safety

Were practices at The Grand, York developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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