Queen's College Taunton Main School Building
A Birds Eye View of Queen's College Taunton and it's facilities
Queen's College Taunton from the sky, showing it's facilities

Facilities and Venue Hire

Facilities and Venue Hire

Set in the heart of Taunton, Queen’s College is the oldest independent school in the town, with a proud heritage dating back to 1843. Our 36-acre campus blends timeless architecture with exceptional modern facilities, making us a premier destination for facility hire Taunton and beyond.

Whether you’re planning a conference, performance, celebration or sporting fixture, Queen’s offers a remarkable choice of venues. Highlights include our impressive theatre, elegant heritage halls, flexible breakout spaces and a wealth of top-class sports facilities – from floodlit AstroTurf pitches and 14 tennis courts to six cricket pitches, indoor and outdoor nets, a sports hall, an indoor swimming pool and four netball courts.

Our campus is designed to bring people together. From chandelier-lit rooms that add a touch of grandeur to contemporary spaces ready for large-scale events, each venue can be tailored to suit your occasion.

For enquiries, please contact events@queenscollege.org.uk or call 01823 340881.

Queen’s Hall Theatre

Queen's College Taunton's Queen's Hall Theatre Facility

Queen’s Hall Theatre

The Queen’s Hall is Taunton’s largest theatre venue, proudly located within the grounds of Queen’s College, Taunton. With tiered seating for up to 500 guests, it offers an impressive yet flexible space that’s perfectly suited to theatre productions, concerts, conferences, and corporate events.

The theatre is fully equipped with a professional lighting rig and state-of-the-art sound system, ensuring a polished and seamless experience for performers, presenters and audiences alike.

A spacious foyer and bar area provides a warm welcome for guests, while the adjoining kitchen and servery make catering straightforward for both large-scale and intimate events.

Whether you’re hosting a spectacular production or a professional gathering, Queen’s Hall offers a standout setting with everything you need in one place.

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Astro Pitches and Outdoor Sports Facilities

Queen's College Taunton's Astroturf facilities

Astro Pitches and Outdoor Sports Facilities

Our state-of-the-art AstroTurf and outdoor sports facilities provide the perfect setting for training, fixtures, tournaments and community sport. The Astros are fully floodlit and available to hire all year round, offering superb flexibility for evening and weekend use.

We offer a range of sizes and layouts to suit every need, from 5-a-side football to a full-size hockey pitch, alongside dedicated netball courts, cricket pitches and multi-use spaces. During the summer months, our 14 tennis courts are also available to book, providing even more opportunities for sport in a stunning campus setting.

With excellent playing surfaces, modern changing facilities and easy access for visiting teams, Queen’s is an outstanding choice for clubs, schools and community groups seeking high-quality sports venues in Taunton.

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Sports Hall

Queen's College Taunton Facilities for Hire, Sports Hall

Sports Hall

Our spacious Sports Hall is a versatile venue designed to host a wide variety of indoor sports and activities. With high ceilings, excellent lighting and an adjoining gym and movement suite, it’s the perfect space for training sessions, matches, fitness classes and community sport.

The hall is fully equipped with four cricket nets and a bowling machine, making it an outstanding facility for cricket training throughout the year. It also features netball and basketball hoops, and badminton nets are available to hire, offering plenty of flexibility for clubs, schools and community groups.

Whether you’re looking to run a weekly club session, host a tournament or book a one-off event, the Sports Hall at Queen’s provides everything you need in a modern, well-maintained setting.

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Swimming Pool

Queen's College Taunton's Indoor Heated Swimming Pool Facility

Swimming Pool

Our fully heated indoor swimming pool offers a bright, modern and welcoming space for a wide range of aquatic activities. Measuring 18 by 7.8 metres, with a depth of 1.3 metres at the shallow end and 2.2 metres at the deep end, it can comfortably accommodate up to 25 swimmers at a time.

The pool is equipped for canoe polo, swimming galas and lessons or school sessions, making it a popular choice for clubs, community groups and training providers. With excellent facilities and year-round availability, it provides a safe and well-maintained environment for both recreational and competitive use.

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Wyvern Hall

Queen's College Taunton's Wyvern Hall Facility

Wyvern Hall

Steeped in history and character, the Wyvern Hall sits at the heart of Queen’s College’s main heritage building. Once serving as both the School Chapel and Great Hall, this elegant and versatile venue offers a memorable setting for events of every kind.

The hall seats 112 guests on tiered seating, making it ideal for lectures, talks and intimate performances. For dining events, it can accommodate up to 120 guests, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for celebrations, dinners and receptions. With its sprung floor, Wyvern Hall also doubles as a performing arts space, hosting ballet, dance and other creative performances – a rare blend of tradition and flexibility.

Adjoining the hall is a smaller conference room licensed to serve alcoholic beverages. Complete with a kitchenette and space for 24 guests at tables or 50 in theatre-style seating, it’s the perfect breakout or hospitality area to complement your event.

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Queen's College Taunton's Wyvern Hall Facility

Old Music Room

Queen's College Taunton's Old Music Room Facility

Old Music Room

With its elegant period features and exceptional acoustics, the Old Music Room is one of Queen’s College’s most atmospheric heritage spaces. Located in the main building, this beautiful room has been carefully preserved to retain its original character and historic charm, making it a memorable setting for special occasions.

The room can seat up to 80 guests for lectures or presentations and 50 guests for dining or receptions, offering both intimacy and flexibility. It is particularly well suited to musical performances, talks, celebrations and private gatherings, creating an inspiring backdrop that elevates any event.

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Queen's College Taunton's Old Music Room FacilityQueen's College Taunton's Old Music Room Facility

The Birchall Hall

Queen's College Taunton Facilities for Hire, Birchall Hall

The Birchall Hall

The Birchall Hall is a flexible staged venue that blends charm with modern functionality, making it ideal for small performances, conferences, and community events. Seating up to 80 guests, it provides an intimate yet professional setting that can be adapted for a variety of occasions.

The hall is fully equipped with sound and lighting facilities, a raised stage, and Wi-Fi connectivity, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for both organisers and guests. Whether you’re hosting a presentation, concert, workshop or reception, Birchall Hall offers a practical and versatile space that brings events to life.

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Queen's College Taunton Facilities for Hire, Birchall Hall

Conference Room and Classrooms

Conference Room and Classrooms

Our conference room and classroom spaces offer a flexible and practical solution for meetings, training sessions, workshops and conferences. Set within the grounds of Queen’s College, these rooms provide a calm and professional environment that can be easily tailored to your needs.

Each space is equipped with projectors and screens, ensuring a smooth and efficient setup for presentations and discussions.

Whether you’re hosting a small business meeting or a larger conference, our modern facilities and on-site support make Queen’s an ideal choice for corporate and community events.

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Queen's College Taunton's Classroom FacilityQueen's College Taunton Facilities for hire, conference roomsQueen's College Taunton's Classroom Facility

Padel Courts - COMING SOON!

An architects drawing of the Queen's College Padel Courts

Padel Courts - COMING SOON!

We’re excited to announce that Queen’s College is poised to unveil a brand-new addition to our facilities: six state-of-the-art panoramic covered padel courts, developed in partnership with Smash Padel.

Aiming for an opening in April 2026, these courts will offer year-round, all-weather access as part of our commitment to exceptional sports provision.

Located within our expansive Taunton campus, the new padel facility will provide both our pupils and the wider community with a dynamic, inclusive hub for activity, competition and social sport.

If you’re interested in hiring or using these courts once they’re open, please register your interest now via If you’re interested in hiring or using these courts once they’re open, please click here.

An architects drawing of the sociable outside courtyard attached to the Queen's College Padel courts.
An architects drawing of the sociable outside courtyard attached to the Queen’s College Padel courts.
A 3D render of the pavilion that will sit alongside the Padel courts
A 3D render of the pavilion that will sit alongside the Padel courts

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