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The Whitehall Hotel & Distillery

4.2(365)
Hotel

About

The Whitehall Hotel & Distillery is a refined manor house retreat dating back to 1898, blending historic charm with modern comforts in Darwen, Lancashire. Its spacious rooms feature plush Simba mattresses and vegan duvets, ensuring a restful stay for business travelers and event guests alike.

The venue offers versatile event spaces including a bright courtyard room and a cozy Green Room with a real fireplace, ideal for meetings, dinners, and receptions up to 50 people. Onsite, the Parlour Restaurant serves locally sourced seasonal dishes, while the distillery provides unique gin experiences that add a distinctive touch to corporate gatherings.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with historic manor charm
  • Client dinners in chic courtyard setting
  • Team building with onsite distillery experiences

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Setting
Victorian manor house built in 1898
An award-winning hotel and event venue housed in a picturesque former Victorian manor, offering a unique and memorable backdrop with historic charm and beautiful gardens.
Onsite Distillery
In-house distillery with gin experiences
Features an onsite distillery offering gin-making classes and tasting experiences, adding a distinctive hospitality element beyond typical hotel amenities.
Event Spaces
Versatile event rooms with garden views
Includes multiple event spaces such as the Courtyard Room and the 1898 Suite, with bright, intimate settings and garden views suitable for gatherings from 15 to 250 guests.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 365 reviews