The newly reopened grand ballroom of the Empress Building in Mexborough, near Doncaster, is the ideal venue for parties, receptions, ceremonies and
private or corporate functions of any kind. Complete with its original high ceilings and rejuvenated vintage décor that has been in place since the building
was opened in the 1920s, the ballroom still incorporates the original sprung dancefloor and grandiose stage. The ballroom has a capacity of up to 350 seated
guests and the private bar is licenced till 1am for weekend functions.
No matter what the occasion, the Empress Ballroom is perfectly equipped to provide a special environment, and is available for private hire, with a series of
package deals available that can cater for any needs, including:
ROOM HIRE ONLY
Provide your own entertainment and we’ll provide the chairs and of course the bar.
MEAL AND ROOM
In partnership with the Goa Spice
Indian restaurant based out of the
Empress Building, we can provide you
with a three-course dinner for all guests
– this package is ideal for awards
ceremonies, business seminars and
work functions such as Christmas
parties, and has a minimum
requirement of fifty paid heads
MEAL, ROOM & ENTERTAINMENT
If you’d rather leave everything to us, we
can provide you with an all-inclusive
private function starting with welcome
drinks, a three-course meal, and then live
entertainment to keep your guests
partying long into the night. Drinks
tokens can be purchased if you’re
intending to put on a free bar for your
guests. This package has a minimum
requirement of fifty paid heads.

Birthday parties for all ages
Anniversary celebrations
Retirement parties
Fundraising events
Family celebrations
Christenings
School reunions
Engagement parties
Christmas Parties
Business seminars
Awards ceremonies
Facilities available at the Empress Ballroom include:
Free guest wi-fi access
Licenced bar with reasonably priced drinks
Projector and 4m big screen
PA System
Live performance stage
Disabled access and dedicated disabled toilets
Baby-change facilities
Other useful articles when planning a party:
HOW TO PLAN A SURPRISE PARTY
Due to the popularity of the venue, we recommend that you contact our party coordination team to
ensure your intended dates are available, and you are able to reserve the venue with a deposit.
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