About
YOUR WEDDING VENUE
Surrounded by 8 acres of grounds, the Derby Conference Centre offers the perfect backdrop for any special celebration. This truly unique Art-Deco grade II listed venue is a hidden gem within Derby’s city centre. A distinctive landmark, rich with heritage, the building boasts a famous sunken lounge, beautiful sweeping staircase and has retained numerous period features, providing a beautiful setting.
Offering excellent facilities, our venue will provide a welcoming atmosphere for guests to share your special day and create beautiful memories, helping make your event the most wonderful occasion of your life.
We are centrally located on the outskirts of Derby city centre, within easy reach of the M1 and M42. Derby train station is only 3 minutes away and East Midlands Airport is close by.
CIVIL CEREMONIES AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIP
Civil marriage ceremonies are a modern alternative to a church wedding, with the benefit of holding your wedding ceremony and reception under one roof. Our Civil Wedding Licence offers you the choice of five distinctive rooms in which to hold your marriage ceremony, seating from 20 up to 200 guests.
Additionally we are a registered venue for Civil Partnerships, allowing you and your partner to make a lifelong commitment to one another in an exceptionally individual venue.
WEDDING CELEBRATIONS
We offer a superb choice of rooms for your wedding celebrations and evening reception, catering from 20 to 400 guests. All of our suites are versatile and can be adapted to suit your individual needs. Guests can make use of The Wyvern Bar, which is easily accessible from all of our rooms.
Couples have the full support of an experienced Wedding Co-ordinator who will be available to help with the planning and offer guidance for your special day. When the big day arrives, our Management team will be on-hand to ensure the smooth delivery of your dream wedding.
WINE AND DINE
We understand that all weddings are special and unique for every couple. With this in mind, we encourage you to create your own tailor-made package consisting of canapés, menus and drinks of your choice. Our skilled Chef is more than happy to discuss menu ideas and themes.
For your convenience, wedding breakfast and buffet menus have been created, and we are more than happy for you to build your own menu from this list. We offer vegetarian options and are happy to cater for any special dietary requirements.
ACCOMMODATION
You and your guests can relax at the end of your event in one of our 50 bedrooms. The Derby Conference Centre boasts 50 en-suite bedrooms, offering a comfortable nights stay with a full English breakfast. Each room is extremely comfortable and comes equipped with a flat screen television and freeview, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, free Wifi access and complimentary car parking.
- Magical Sunken Lounge with capacity up to 380 guests
- Civil ceremony license and close to several churches
- 8 acres of beautiful grounds
- 50 ensuite bedrooms
- Centrally located
- Great value for money with flexible packages
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Events
The Derby Conference Centre Wedding Fayre and Wedding Dress
Join us at The Derby Conference Centre on Sunday 19th October at 11:00 am for an exciting event celebrating all things wedding! This is an event all couples won't want to miss.
Located at London Road, Alvaston, DE24 8UX, our venue offers a charming and picturesque setting for this special occasion. With its elegant ambiance and beautiful surroundings, it's the perfect place to gather inspiration and make your dream wedding a reality.
At the Wedding Fayre, you'll find a wide range of exhibitors showcasing their services and products, including wedding dresses, accessories, photography, and much more. Whether you're looking for the perfect dress, seeking inspiration for your theme, or searching for unique suppliers, our event has it all.
Take your time to browse through the stunning wedding dresses on display, try on different styles, and consult with knowledgeable professionals who can guide you in finding the dress of your dreams.
So mark your calendars and bring along your friends and family to The Derby Conference Centre Wedding Fayre and Wedding Dress event. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of weddings, discover new trends, and gather ideas to make your special day truly unforgettable.
Meet the team

At The Derby Conference Centre we know there’s always a lot to consider when planning your special day, which is where our personal Wedding Coordinator Jess Fernie comes in to help!
There’s nothing that Jess won’t do to make sure you have the perfect wedding day.
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