Conferences & Events
Whatever the occasion, an annual conference, training
seminar, family party or wedding reception...
...your historic event needs an historic setting
FOUR LARGE CONFERENCE ROOMS
WHICH CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO
80 DELEGATES
GREAT HOSPITALITY AND MODERN
CONFERENCE FACILITIES
All DAY CATERING
FREE WI-FI THROUGHOUT THE SITE
We’ll help make your event a success!
Cromford Mills is a Grade I listed complex of cotton mill buildings which form a key location in the UNESCO
inscribed Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. It was here that Sir Richard Arkwright changed the world
with the development of the Factory System. Today the site is owned and managed by the Arkwright Society,
a charitable building preservation trust, and is home to a bustling community of businesses.
The Cromford Mill Conference Centre team specialise in creating conferences and meetings with a real
difference. Not only will you receive great hospitality and catering, but your visit will be enhanced by other
on-site facilities including a variety of shops selling a range of luxury gifts, food, plants, antiques, greeting
cards, specialist books and stationery, an award winning wholefood restaurant, a canal side café and a
stunning art gallery.
Our conference team will make your event memorable
We can also arrange for your delegates to tour the site and visit areas of historical interest not normally
accessible by the public. The conference team are happy to help with accommodation and transport
arrangements, organising reception and event launches, and arranging guest speakers to present fascinating
talks on a range of subjects including the history of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and the
regeneration of Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills.
Our conference team will gladly work with you to create a day that your delegates won’t forget.
“As a regular user of the centre, the personal service we receive makes using the facilities very straight
forward. It is a great place to train. A relaxed, reliable and friendly service with great food.”
Marianne Rawson HEALTH PROMOTION
“...a happy place catered for by happy people.”
Rose Schofield UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
“Cromford Mills Conferencing has an appealing rustic feel, with a sense of space and history all
around. The staff are helpful and the catering serves good simple food that is very reasonably priced,
and it is well located for the bus and train.”
Simon Maddison BROADWATER TRAINING
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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TWO LARGE CONFERENCE ROOMS
WHICH CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO
80 DELEGATES EACH AND ONE BREAK
OUT ROOM UP TO 10 DELEGATES
All DAY CATERING
FREE WI-FI THROUGHOUT THE SITE
ON SITE PARKING
The University of Derby Suite
The University of Derby Suite site is situated on the second floor of an original Arkwright warehouse within
the main mill complex. Accessed only by stairs, the rooms provide a spacious and professional environment
for meetings and conferences, large or small.
There are two large function rooms, Winster and Riber plus a smaller break out room, Lea, which is ideal for
tutorials or small seminar groups.
The Riber Room can accommodate 36 boardroom style, 60 theatre and 24 classroom. Winster, our largest
room, holds 40 boardroom, 80 theatre style and 30 classroom. Lea will hold up to 10 people boardroom
style. A flat screen PC compatible television, screen, and flipcharts are available free of charge. A laptop and a
projector can be hired for a small fee: please book these and the television in advance.
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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TWO FUNCTION ROOMS WHICH CAN
ACCOMMODATE UP TO 70 DELEGATES
All DAY CATERING
FREE WI-FI THROUGHOUT THE SITE
ON SITE PARKING
The Gothic Warehouse
The Grade II Listed Gothic Warehouse, overlooking the Cromford Canal Wharf offers two separate function
rooms on the ground and first floor. Both floors have toilet facilities; however only the ground floor has
wheelchair access.
Each room can be furnished to suit your requirements. Both rooms can comfortably seat 25 people
boardroom style, 70 theatre and 24 classroom. A laptop and a projector can be hired for a small fee: please
book these in advance. Screen, and flipcharts are provided free of charge.
The Gothic Warehouse is particularly popular as a venue for weddings and family parties.
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Ask about our
FREE
FIRST TIME
BOOKING *
Cromford
stands on
the A6, 16
miles north
of Derby.
It is within
easy reach
of the M1
(approx 20
minutes)
Whatever the occasion...
We offer varied breakfast, lunch and supper menus and will be glad to discuss any dietary requirements you
may have. Likewise for larger events including weddings our catering department will be happy to work
with you on your menu preferences. We encourage delegates whenever possible to use public transport and
Cromford Railway Station is within easy walking distance of the site. However, for those who do travel by car
we have a number of low tariff pay and display car parks around the site. The proceeds from the car parking
charges are used towards the upkeep of this very important location within the World Heritage Site.
Whatever the occasion, an annual conference or AGM, a training day, a birthday party or
wedding we will help you make it a memorable one.
* Business users only. This offer applies to new clients who have not used Cromford Mills before, and only to room hire. It does not
include catering or equipment hire.
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Menu Choices
Superb food made at our
premises on the same day
Tea and coffee.. ........................................................................................................................................................ £1.30 per person
Tea, coffee and biscuits .............................................................................................................................. £1.80 per person
Tea, coffee and a selection of homemade cakes�� £3.75 per person
The Slubber Billy Brunch ..................... £5.50
Spinner’s Lunch ........................................................... £9.75
(9-11am only)
A hot bacon baguette served on a mix of white and
wholemeal
A warm croissant served with a selection of preserves
A glass of fresh orange juice
Tea and coffee
A selection of cheeses
A basket of warmed crusty baguettes
Farmhouse pork pie
Pickles and chutneys
Homemade coleslaw
Salad platter
The Cotton Boll’Bowl ................................. £5.75
A platter with a selection of homemade cakes
Mill Lane . . ................................................................. £7.50
A piping hot bowl of delicious homemade soup
Served with a basket of mixed breads
Followed by a platter of homemade cakes
Bobbins Lunch ................................................... £5.95
Mixed sandwich platters served on white and
wholemeal bread for example (mature cheddar and ale
chutney, free range egg mayonnaise with cress and ham
and wholegrain mustard)
A mixed salad platter
Crisps
A fruit bowl
Arkwright’s Platter . . ...................................... £7.95
Mixed sandwich platters served on white and
wholemeal bread and wraps for example (Smoked
salmon, cream cheese and watercress, French brie and
grape, chicken, chorizo and sundried tomatoes and
free range egg mayonnaise and watercress) the filling
will change throughout the year
Tortilla chips and homemade dip
A selection of crudités olives and cherry tomatoes
A platter of fresh fruit and a selection of homemade
cakes
An oven baked jacket potato
Salad platter
Homemade coleslaw
Grated cheese
And one other hot filling Vegetable and lentil chilli,
baked beans, beef chilli or curry
A platter with a selection of homemade cakes
Weavers ........................................................................ £6.50
- the low fat and healthy option
Parsley new potatoes
Mixed vegetable rice salad
Bacon and mushroom crustless quiche or roasted
vegetable crustless quiche
Slaw (shredded white cabbage, carrot and onion mixed
with lemon juice)
Fresh fruit platter
Arkwright’s Afternoon Tea .................. £6.95
Homemade plain scones served with clotted cream and
jam
Platters of finger sandwiches
A selection of homemade cakes
Gluten free rolls and homemade gluten free cakes can be provided upon request. All prices are inclusive of VAT.
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Menu Choices
Superb food made at our
premises on the same day
The Cromford Weft and Warp . . ........ £9.95
One option per group booking
OPTION 1
Homemade cheese onion and potato pie
(gluten free)
Served with a mixed salad platter
Homemade coleslaw
Five bean salad
A basket of mixed breads
OPTION 2
Homemade vegetable and lentil chilli and rice
(gluten free)
Served with a mixed salad platter
Homemade coleslaw
A basket of mixed breads
OPTION 3
Chicken breast in a garlic and lemon sauce
(gluten free)
Hot buttered new potatoes
Salad platter
Homemade coleslaw
OPTION 4
Creamy bacon mushroom and pesto pasta
A mixed salad platter
Five bean salad
Homemade coleslaw
Hot garlic bread
All the above are served with a selection of
homemade cakes and a platter a fresh fruit
The ‘Cold’ Mill Managers
Buffet (our executive buffet). . ........................ £16.95
15 minimum number of people per booking
Cooked salmon
Hot buttered new potatoes
Waldorf salad
Caribbean rice salad
Ham
Couscous salad
Homemade coleslaw
Seasonal salad
Selection of breads
Followed by a mixed homemade cake platter with a
cheese board
Coffee and mints
The ‘Hot’ Mill Managers
Buffet (our executive buffet). . ........................ £18.95
15 minimum number of people per booking
Cheese onion and potato pie
Beef chilli
Chicken in lemon and garlic
Hot buttered new potatoes
Seasonal salad
Vegetable rice
Homemade coleslaw
Crusty baguettes
Followed by a hot homemade pudding and cream
Cheese board
Coffee and mints
Gluten free rolls and homemade gluten free cakes can be provided upon request. All prices are inclusive of VAT.
Our Catering Team will be happy to work with you on your menu choice if you
have any particular requirements.
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Room costs and layouts
The University of
Derby Suite
The Gothic
Warehouse
Per session (9am-1pm, 1pm-5pm, 5pm-9pm)
£90
£60
Per day (9am-5pm)
£160
£110
The University of
Derby Suite
The Gothic
Warehouse
Projector: £24 per session / Laptop: £18 per session
All prices inclusive of VAT
RIBER
WINSTER
TOP
FLOOR
GROUND
FLOOR
Classroom
35
40
40
40
U shape
tables
26
30
30
30
Cafe style
36
40
40
40
Boardroom
30
36
30
30
Theatre
50
80
70
70
Circle of
chairs
20
30
25
25
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Room booking agreement
Thank you for your booking, please read through carefully, sign and return to confirm details. On arrival
please report to reception unless you have arranged otherwise. (Reception is located in the Shop in the Yard).
CONTACT DETAILS
Name of organiser:
Name of group / organisation:
Title of course / event:
Contact telephone number:
Contact email address:
Postal address:
VISIT DETAILS
Named contact on the day:
Date(s) of booking:
Arrival time (including setup):
Departure time:
Room(s) requested:
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
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Room layout:
Equipment required:
TV screen
Digital
projector
Laptop
(yes or no)
University Suite only
(yes or no)
(yes or no)
Please tell us more about the purpose of your visit to help us plan your needs:
Additional needs / access requirements:
Yes
Catering / refreshments:
If ‘Yes’ please complete and
return catering form.
No
To confirm your booking please sign, date and return form within 7 days
by post: The Arkwright Society, Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Derbyshire. DE4 3RQ
or email: [email protected]
Charges:
Invoice (yes or no)
Pay on the day (yes or no)
Purchase Order No. if applicable
Please sign to say that you have read and accepted our Terms and Conditions:
Name
Organisation
Signed
Date
OFFICE USE ONLY
CHARGES
TO BE INVOICED
ALREADY PAID
DATE OF VISIT
NUMBERS ON TOUR
OTHER ACTIVITIES
CATERING
ROOMS REQUIRED
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Catering booking
Please only select one Menu Choice per group booking excluding teas and coffees, but our Catering Team
will be happy to work with you on your Menu Choice if you have any particular requirements. All prices are
inclusive of VAT.
Name of group:
Name of contact:
Date of booking:
Contact tel no:
Room booked:
MENU CHOICE
COST
Tea & Coffee:
£1.30
£
Tea, Coffee & Biscuits:
£1.80
£
Tea, Coffee, & a selection of homemade cake:
£3.75
£
The Slubber Billy Brunch:
£5.50
£
The Cotton Boll’Bowl:
£5.75
£
Bobbins Lunch:
£5.95
£
Arkwright’s Platter:
£7.95
£
Spinner’s Lunch:
£9.75
£
Mill Lane:
£7.50
£
Weavers:
£6.50
£
Arkwright’s Afternoon Tea:
£6.95
£
The Cromford Weft And Warp
OPTION 1:
£9.95
£
The Cromford Weft And Warp
OPTION 2:
£9.95
£
The Cromford Weft And Warp
OPTION 3:
£9.95
£
The Cromford Weft And Warp
OPTION 4:
£9.95
£
The ‘Cold’ Mill Manager’s Buffet:
£16.95
£
The ‘Hot’ Mill Manager’s Buffet:
£18.95
£
NUMBER
TOTAL:
TOTAL
£
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Tel: 01629 823256 Email: [email protected] Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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Terms and conditions
Provisional Bookings
Final Numbers and Requirements
Provisional Bookings can be made by telephone or email.
Please notify us if you are still attending but there are changes in
the numbers attending from your group, whatever activity you
are undertaking, no later than 3 days in advance of your visit.
This will enable us to adjust the room setting, number of staff
required or food orders in advance at no extra charge to you.
Any changes must be given in writing, preferably by email.
Provisional bookings will be held for a maximum of 7 days. Any
bookings not confirmed within 7 days will be released without
notice.
All bookings are deemed as provisional until a signed booking
agreement has been received.
Confirmation of Booking
Please sign the Booking Agreement for the service you require
and return to Cromford Mills within 7 days.
You may be required to complete more than one Booking
Agreement if you are using multiple services, for example, if you
wish to hire a room and order buffet refreshments.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel a booking please do so with as much notice
as possible. Please note there will be no charge for cancellations
made at least 2 full weeks in advance of the original bookings.
Cancellations after that time will be charged at 50% of the
original booking fee. No shows will be charged 100% of the
original booking fee.
All cancellations must be made in writing, preferably by email.
Visiting Cromford Mills
Emergency Procedures
Emergency procedures will be explained on your arrival.
Emergency information sheets are available in each room and
qualified first aiders are available at all times on site. Please do
not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any further assistance
prior to your visit.
Catering
As the site is fully licenced for the sale of alcohol and extensive
catering menus are available, we cannot allow outside caterers
under any circumstances.
Damages/Behaviour
The group leader must notify Reception Services of any
breakages or damage to the buildings, fixtures or fittings
before leaving the site. If such damage or breakage is deemed
by the Arkwright Society to be due to the action of a group
member, the organisation that made the booking will be liable
for the costs of making good the damage. Where group or
individual behaviour is deemed to be unreasonable by the
Arkwright Society, the booking for a group or any part of it may
be terminated. Under such circumstances the group will be
required to leave immediately.
Smoking
Cromford Mills are Grade I Listed and part of the Derwent
Valley Mills World heritage Site. Please respect our strict policy
of NO SMOKING in any of the buildings on site in addition to
outdoor areas within the perimeter walls.
Accessibility
Due to the historical nature of the site at CromfordMills we
are unable to provide wheelchair access to the University
Suite or the upper floor of the Gothic Warehouse at this time.
Ramps are available for ground floor access. However we are
fully committed to improving access to all parts of the site and
our regeneration programme dictates that all buildings will be
provided with lift access as they are developed.
Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills, Mill Lane
Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RQ
Telephone: 01629 823256
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.cromfordmills.org.uk
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