
Private Hire
Transform Castle House into your ideal event backdrop with our bespoke private hire options. Choose from flexible layouts and tailored packages to suit anything from corporate sessions to special celebrations.
Special Offer
‼️ No booking fee on weekdays, based on a minimum spend at the bar, making it easier than ever to host your event without upfront venue hire costs. Offer valid until end of August 2025
Castle Street
Event Space
Key Features:
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200 square metres of versatile event space
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Capacity for up to:
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140 guests seated at tables
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250 guests standing
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Ideal for private celebrations, corporate events, and large-scale gatherings
Equipped with:
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Projector and AV system
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Full air conditioning for comfort
Includes:
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Private bar
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Private entrance
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Separate toilet facilities for exclusive use

The space
Looking for a venue that makes an impression? Department offers two unique and versatile event spaces in the heart of Sheffield, Castle Street and King Street ideal for everything from intimate gatherings of 20 to large-scale events for up to 400 guests.
From conferences, weddings and birthdays to exhibitions, product launches, pop-ups and performances, our spaces can accommodate a wide range of occasions with ease.
Castle Street and King Street can be hired individually or together, with a combined standing capacity of up to 400. Both offer full flexibility depending on the scale and style of your event. Guests will enjoy access to seven independent kitchens, a full bar, a wine bar and an on-site coffee shop ensuring every event is expertly catered from start to finish.
Scroll down to discover what each space has to offer.
King Street
Event Space
Key Features:
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167 square metres of flexible, modern space
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Capacity for up to:
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100 guests seated (banquet or conference style)
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150 guests standing
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Ideal for corporate events, private functions, and more
Fully equipped with:
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Projector and AV system
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Air conditioning for comfort
Includes:
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Private entrance
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Separate toilet facilities for added convenience and privacy

Virtual Walkthrough
You can now explore every corner of our space in stunning 3D via our TwinSpace powered virtual walkthrough, so you can plan layouts, gauge capacity, and get a real feel for the venue before you even arrive.

Get in touch
Whether you’re planning a corporate conference, a chic celebration, or a laid-back social, Department’s adaptable spaces serve as the perfect backdrop. With state-of-the-art facilities, seamless AV support and a private bar, we’ll help bring any vision, big or small, to life.
Contact us today to speak with our team about how we can make your next private event an occasion to remember.