Event space for launches, talks and community events.
A proper stage, a sound system and a team who care how your event goes. We'll talk it through with you first. Then we're here all day, so it goes the way you planned.

Organisations that host events and training here
Event venue hire, in short
The Maggie O'Neill Centre in Huyton, near Liverpool, hosts launches, talks, networking and community events. The Auditorium seats up to 100 theatre style (rows) or 60 cabaret (small round tables). It has a stage, lectern, microphones and sound system. A technician runs the sound and projector (£). It costs from £100 an hour, with a 3-hour minimum. Or we quote a day rate for your event. Six breakout rooms can run sessions at the same time. Hosts check on your event all day. Our catering partner can feed everyone. There are 50 free parking spaces outside.
The quick facts
- Capacity
- Up to 100 theatre style or 60 cabaret in the Auditorium.
- Prices
- From £100 an hour (3-hour minimum), or a day rate. We quote for your event.
- On stage
- A stage, lectern, microphones, sound system and lighting. A technician runs the sound and projector (£).
- Breakout rooms
- Six breakout rooms, including the Grove. Plus the Pod, the Auditorium foyer and space at the back of the hall.
- Catering
- From our partner, Superior Catering. Your own food only if we agree it first.
- Parking
- Free 50-space car park, 30 seconds from the M57. Plus an overflow car park if it fills up.
- Your hosts
- We talk your event through first. Then hosts check on it all day.
- Access
- Step-free on the ground floor, with accessible parking and an accessible toilet. No lift to the first floor.
Last updated: October 2026
Does the venue have everything you need?
Here's what comes with the building. Don't see something? Just ask.

A 100-seat Auditorium
The heart of the building. It's warm, comfy and set up before anyone arrives. Toilets are just outside the doors. Tea and coffee are in the foyer all day, so nobody goes without.

Auditorium sound
A pro sound system for the big moments. It plays music and has microphones for up to six people at once. Panels, awards and launches sound as good as they look. A technician (£) runs it on the day.

Six breakout rooms
Day to day, we're a meeting and training venue. So every room already has what you need. Solicitors, care companies and charities use them every week. Your sessions can run side by side.

50 free parking spaces
Free parking right outside. You rarely find that at our prices. Usually only big city conference centres have their own. For bigger events, there's an overflow car park across the road.

Screens in every breakout room
Every breakout room has an LED flatscreen you connect to wirelessly. No cords stretched across the room. There's a flipchart and paper too, and tea and coffee close by.

What is the Auditorium like?
A proper hall for talks, launches and community events. We set it the way you need before your guests arrive. Running a conference? See our conference venue near Liverpool.
- Up to 100 theatre style, or 60 cabaret style at tables.
- A stage, lectern, microphones, sound system and lighting.
- Sound, mics and projector set up and run by a technician on the day (£).
- From £100 an hour (3-hour minimum), or a day rate. We quote for your event.
- Toilets just outside the doors. An accessible toilet on the same floor.
- Tea and coffee in the foyer.
Where can guests break out and network?
Six breakout rooms for side-by-side sessions, plus space to mingle. Every breakout room has an LED flatscreen you connect to wirelessly.
- The Grove, one of the six breakout rooms. It has a canopy of greenery. Good for standing, mingling and chatting over drinks.
- The Auditorium foyer, right outside the hall.
- Open networking space at the back of the Auditorium. Handy if you don't need the whole room.
- Six breakout rooms for 20 to 30 people each, and the Pod for up to 4.

Can you cater for an event?
Our catering partner, Superior Catering, can make a menu for your event. They do vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. You order from them and pay them directly. We'll put you in touch when you book.
We mainly work with Superior Catering. That keeps the food and service the same high standard. Have a special request? Talk to us first. Sometimes we can agree other plans.
There's a fridge to keep food in. Tea and coffee are included all day, in or near every space you book.

A talk in the Auditorium, with the welcome screen up and the lighting set.
What's included when you book an event?
Every event and Auditorium booking at the Maggie O'Neill Centre comes with all of this.
- We talk your event through and get it ready for the day
- Hosts check on your event all day, so you have what you need
- Tea and coffee included, in or near every space you book
- Flipcharts if you need them
- Screens and sound in the Auditorium, set up and run by a technician (£)
- LED flatscreens you connect to wirelessly in every breakout and networking space
- 1Gb fibre WiFi throughout the building
- Free parking, with an overflow car park if it fills up
- A fridge for storing food
How does Maggie's compare with a hall or a hotel?
A hall leaves the work to you. A hotel puts its bedrooms first. At Maggie's, rooms are the whole job.
| Community hall | Maggie's | Hotel | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who looks after you | Community hallOften nobody. You get a key from a lockbox. | Maggie'sHosts on site, all day | HotelReception staff, busy with hotel guests |
| Room set-up | Community hallYou move the tables | Maggie'sReady in your layout before you arrive | HotelSet up, often by agency staff |
| Tech | Community hallBring your own projector | Maggie'sLED flatscreens you connect to wirelessly, so no cords across the room. 1Gb fibre WiFi. All tested. | HotelThere, but often costs extra |
| Tea and coffee | Community hallBring your own | Maggie'sIn the room all day. Help yourself, it's included. | HotelAt set break times. You pay per person. |
| Parking | Community hallStreet parking, if you're lucky | Maggie'sFree 50-space car park. The M57 is 30 seconds away. | HotelYou pay, or there isn't much |
| How it feels | Community hallTired, sometimes damp | Maggie'sCalm and spotless. Oil diffusers make it smell lovely. | HotelPlain and a bit faceless |
| Built for | Community hallLots of different things | Maggie'sTraining and meetings. That's the whole job. | HotelBedrooms. Room hire comes second. |
| Price | Community hallCheap, but you do the work | Maggie'sFair day rates. Everything included. | HotelHigh, to pay for the hotel |
| Where the money goes | Community hallLooking after the building | Maggie'sMaggie's Meals and help for people in Knowsley | HotelShareholders |
What do event organisers say?
“It’s a lovely place – people felt really relaxed, which naturally led to loads of chatting. The ambiance was great and really helped set the tone for what was always meant to be a relaxed gig.”
“We have had the pleasure of using the Centre on numerous occasions, and couldn’t be happier with the experience. They are extremely dedicated, professional, and approachable, nothing is too much trouble!”
“Everyone you encounter is helpful, kind and generous with their advice and support. They communicate in a timely manner, and nothing is too much trouble.”
Event venue questions
Is there enough parking on site?
Yes. There's a free 50-space car park right outside. That's rare at our prices. Usually only big city conference centres have their own. For bigger events, there's an overflow car park across the main road. A parking attendant will show your guests where to go.
What are your opening hours for events?
We're open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. We're flexible about setting up early and clearing away late. You can ask us for evening and weekend events. Tell us your times and we'll do our best to fit them.
Can we bring our own catering?
We mainly work with our catering partner, Superior Catering. That keeps the food and service the same high standard. Have a special request? Talk to us first. Sometimes we can agree other plans.
Is catering available on site?
Yes. Tea and coffee are included all day, in or near every space you book. For food, Superior Catering can make a menu for your event. They do vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. You order from them and pay them directly. We'll put you in touch when you book.
What AV (sound, mics and screens) is in the Auditorium?
The Auditorium has a stage, a lectern, microphones, a projector, a sound system and lighting. A technician sets up and runs the sound, mics and projector on the day. You pay for this, and every Auditorium booking needs it. Tell us what your speakers need. We'll have it ready before you arrive.
What is your cancellation policy?
Events count as larger bookings. Larger bookings are fully chargeable once booked. If you cancel, the full cost is payable. The same applies if you reduce the number of rooms, days or hours. You can move a larger booking once, as long as you tell us at least 2 weeks before the original date. The new date needs to be within 6 months. What you've paid moves with you. If the new date costs more, you pay the difference. If it costs less, the original price stands. Changes after that, or with less than 2 weeks' notice, count as a cancellation. We understand plans change. If something genuinely unexpected happens, talk to us. We'll look at exceptional circumstances case by case.
Do you need a deposit, and what are the payment terms?
Yes. 25% deposit to secure your dates. We'll invoice you when you book. Please pay within 5 business days, or we may release the dates. The deposit is non-refundable. The balance is invoiced 2 weeks before your first booking date. Booking less than 2 weeks ahead? We'll invoice the full amount when you book. You can pay by bank transfer (details on your invoice) or by card over the phone. PO numbers are welcome, but we still need the deposit to secure your dates.
What is included in the room hire?
We talk your event through with you first. We set the rooms to your layout, and hosts check on you all day. You get tea and coffee in or near every space. Every breakout room has a screen or projector, cables and a flipchart. There's 1Gb fibre WiFi and free parking. The Auditorium technician and food cost extra.
How do I check availability or arrange a visit?
Call 0151 482 0408, email info@mobtc.co.uk, or use the form on this page. Want to see the space first? We do tours every weekday. Just shout.
Do you host parties or private functions?
No. The Maggie O'Neill Centre hosts business, training and community events only. We don't take bookings for parties or private functions.
What is the total capacity of the venue?
The Auditorium seats up to 100 theatre style, or 60 cabaret at tables. Layouts with tables cost extra. On top of that, there are six breakout rooms for 20 to 30 people each, theatre style. And the Pod seats up to 4.
Numbers, layouts, tech, food, deposits, cancelling and more. Every question organisers ask us.
See all event FAQsSee also our conference venue near Liverpool, meeting room hire in Huyton, council and public sector events, everything that's included and our booking terms. Or call 0151 482 0408.
Where is the Maggie O'Neill Centre?
Maggie O'Neill Centre is at 433 Liverpool Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 8HT, in Knowsley. It's 30 seconds from the M57.
- Free on-site parking, with 50 spaces. A main bus route goes past the door.
- Free, unlimited tea and coffee with every booking.
- LED flatscreens for presentations.
- Fully accessible on the ground floor, with step-free access and accessible parking. We don't have a lift to the first-floor rooms. But the Auditorium, Community Room, Forum, Grove and Pod are all on the ground floor.
- An accessible toilet with grab rails, a fold-down rail and an emergency pull cord.
- Open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. Evening and weekend room hire on request.
Book a visit or ask us anything
Come and see the rooms before you book. Or just tell us your dates and numbers. Prefer to talk? Call 0151 482 0408 or WhatsApp 07426 935661.
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