Venue hire

The Courthouse is a beautifully restored, Grade II listed venue in Thirsk, perfect for corporate, creative or private events.

We offer a range of fully-equipped rooms to suit every kind of event, from small meetings to large private functions. Centrally located in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, we are easily reached by road, rail and on foot.

Our rooms are available 7 days a week, including the option of breakfast and evening meetings. With a range of equipment available in our spaces, we’ve got your needs covered, with free Wi-Fi, plus optional use of projectors, interactive smart boards as well as printing and photocopying (additional costs apply).

We can offer a flexible buffet menu tailored to your needs, catering for all special dietary requirements, or your delegates can be directed to the high-quality homemade food and drinks available from our award-winning café, open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm.

Please note, any third party wishing to hire rooms or the whole venue for licensable activities will be required to apply for a Temporary Event Notice. 

The Courthouse is fully accessible, has Blue Badge Parking, and is within walking distance of Thirsk Market Place and local car parks.

For more information about hiring rooms please click The Courtroom or our Meeting Rooms.

As a fellow charity, we offer specially discounted rates to charities, voluntary organisations and community groups. Please contact Ellie Stephenson, Operations Coordinator, for more information: ellie@ruralarts.org