Venue Hire

The new Peter Sowerby Building, home to the Tree Health Centre, is a modern facility suited to a range of activities from team building sessions to events to mark special occasions. This unique space in a beautiful setting is available for daytime and evening hire, with in-house catering options, and access to an 120 acre garden of trees. Available all year round but access to the arboretum may be limited during the closed season.

Are you looking for a unique space to hold a private or corporate event? Do you need an exclusive location for a special occasion? We offer a range of options from daytime to evening hire, with access to a 120-acre garden of trees.

The Yorkshire Arboretum is located on the Castle Howard Estate in the picturesque Howardian Hills, not far from Malton and only 15 miles from York. Ample free parking is available on site. Venue hire is available all year round but during December and January, when the Visitor Centre is closed, there is restricted access to the arboretum.

Please download a copy of our Venue Hire brochure here.

Venue Options

We have three main venues available to hire - the newly developed Peter Sowerby Building, the Visitor Centre and the grounds of the arboretum.

Peter Sowerby Building
With magnificent views over the arboretum from its picture window, the contemporary-style Peter Sowerby Building is available for daytime and evening hire. Ideal for small and medium-sized groups, it is suited to a range of activities from team building events and training courses to drinks receptions. It provides a comfortable, well-ventilated space, underfloor heating, and a balcony. The space has modern facilities ideal for your meeting, lecture, or workshop including:

  • Fully interactive 86" screen

  • High quality mobile glass white board

  • Tables & seating

  • Technical equipment

Visitor Centre
Our open-plan Visitor Centre is available for evening hire as an individual space or combined with the Peter Sowerby Building for a larger gathering. Guests can socialise outside on the terrace for drinks and canapés and enjoy the wonderful backdrop of trees, meadows, and wildlife.

Arboretum
With over 120 acres to explore, the arboretum makes a fantastic location for an outdoor event, workshop, or special occasion. For something unique, why not invite guests to a tour as part of your event? We offer discounts and special rates for large groups.

Daytime & Evening Hire

The Peter Sowerby Building is available for private hire during the day with the option to use the arboretum for training and workshops. The Visitor Centre is available for evening hire only. Both the Visitor Centre and Peter Sowerby Building present a beautiful setting for an evening event, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the garden of trees.

Rates

  • Peter Sowerby Building available for up to 30 people:
    Daytime hire - prices start from £250 +VAT
    Evening hire from 6pm - prices start from £450 +VAT

Catering

Our in-house catering team offers a range of packages designed to suit your individual requirements. We use seasonal and locally sourced ingredients with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available.

Contact us

For further information or to discuss an event please get in touch on 01653 648598 or email visitor@yorkshirearboretum.org