Your Event, Your Way – Keele SU Venue Hire

Tailor your event, meeting or conference by choosing from the wide variety of options such as full tech support, catering facilities and production offices in our 2,435 capacity venue

Host Your Event at Keele SU

Looking for a unique venue to host your next event? Whether you’re planning a formal dinner, a live performance, a society social, or a private celebration, Keele SU offers a range of flexible and vibrant spaces to suit every occasion.

Person on stage speaking to a crowd in Keele Ballroom

The Ballroom

The Ballroom is our flagship venue – a stunning, multi-purpose space that can be transformed to suit a wide variety of events. With professional lighting, a full AV setup, and a spacious layout, it’s ideal for:

  • Formal dining and society balls
  • Awards nights and graduation celebrations
  • Live music gigs and DJ sets
  • Conferences, exhibitions, and fairs
  • Themed parties and student nights

Over the years, the Ballroom has welcomed performances from legendary artists including Pink Floyd, Cream, Ed Sheeran, Snoop Dog, Stormzy and many more.

Blueprint Bar

Connected to the Ballroom is Blueprint, a stylish and versatile bar space. It’s perfect for:

  • Pre-event drinks and receptions
  • Club and society socials
  • Daytime workshops or networking events
  • Casual meetups or study sessions

Blueprint can be hired on its own or alongside the Ballroom for a seamless event experience.

The Squirrel Bar

For a more relaxed, pub-style setting, The Squirrel Bar is the place to be. With its warm atmosphere, pool tables, big screens, and classic bar menu, it’s ideal for:

  • Informal socials and birthday parties
  • Pub quizzes, karaoke, and themed nights
  • Live sports screenings
  • Pre-drinks before a night in the Ballroom

Get in Touch

Ready to book or want to find out more? Our friendly team is here to help you plan the perfect event.