Cvent Supplier Network
  2. Venues

Macdonald Leeming House

Watermillock Ullswater, Penrith, England, CA11 0JJ
 |  
Removed from favorites
Venue image

About us

Luxury, comfort, peace and quiet – when it’s time to escape, 4 star Macdonald Leeming House on the shores of Ullswater is the perfect place. A 200 year old country house hotel with breathtaking scenery, it’s spot in Watermilock is just 25 minutes from Penrith and just over 100 minutes from Penrith station to the heart of Manchester by train. OUR FACILITIES Set in 22 acres of beautiful gardens in the countryside of Cumbria, 4 star Macdonald Leeming House delivers country house style with up to date conference facilities. Four function rooms offer the latest technology – including unlimited free WiFi with optional 100 MBps bandwidth – against a backdrop of inspiring landscapes. For larger functions, the sumptuous Regency Room, with its LCD overhead screen, is perfect for theatre-type demonstrations or conferences, with inspiring views across the lawns, right down to the lake. The Sitting Room, Drawing Room and Library retain country house style and comfort with modern facilities. The award winning Regency Restaurant is ideal for a sophisticated business meeting, or relax over refreshments in the Drawing Room and Library. For team-building and conference time out, the stunning Lake District locations means there’s a wealth of options – activities include blindfolded 4x4 driving, gorge scrambling, treasure hunts, clay pigeon shooting and quad biking. OUR PLEDGE SAFE & SOUND Our in-house teams and world-class partners have been working flat-out to set new standards of hygiene and safety for all our returning guests. We have introduced a comprehensive approach which sets a new benchmark for the hospitality industry. We call it "Safe & Sound". Please click on the link below to learn more. www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/safe-sound We aim to fulfil the Macdonald Meetings promise by making time for your business. We offer a dedicated booking consultant and give you the best rate first time, every time responding within 30 minutes of your enquiry. And we promise to always reward you so that you will want to book with them time and time again.

Venue Details

ChainMacdonald Hotels and Resorts
BrandMacdonald Hotels and Resorts
Built-
Renovated-
Total meeting space820 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms40
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AA Hotel Services
Northstar

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Room service

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities

Recreational activities

  • Spa or salon

Transportation

  • Bus
  • Taxi
  • Train

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Tourism
Sustainability level: Silver

Certification body:Green Tourism

Issued: 4/11/2024 Expires: 4/11/2027

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
820 sq. ft.
Largest room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
3
Second largest room
473.6 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
90
Explore Meeting Rooms
Explore Meeting Rooms
Find the perfect room with setup charts and interactive 3D floor plans.

Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
Regency Room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
65.6 x 26.2 sq. ft.
-
90
50
90
-
90
40
50
40
-
Blue Room
473.6 sq. ft.
26.2 x 18.0 sq. ft.
16.4 ft.
30
16
30
32
30
16
14
--
Library
419.8 sq. ft.
23.0 x 18.0 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
20
-
14
---
14
-
14

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
40

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 64 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking

Local Attractions

Go Ape

Recreation
40 mins
Go Ape is the UK's number one forest adventure.  Day's out with them are about living a little more adventurously, having fun with friends and family and getting in touch with your inner Tarzan. Whinlatter Park, near Keswick boasts the highest Go Ape in the country at 360 metres above sea level.

Rookin House Activity Centre

Recreation
30 mins
Rookin House is the perfect venue for a great day out trying a host of activities. Watch a skilled instructor demonstrate the basics of off-road driving, improve your shot on the rifle range, get wet in an amphibious Argo Cat, then step up to the assault course challenge. Bring your colleagues along and get stuck into a game of paintball.

Rheged

Recreation
20 mins
Just 15 minutes from the much-lauded Tebay Services, Rheged is Europe's largest grass covered building, designed to resemble a Lakeland hill. There's lots to see, do, eat, drink, play, shop and admire here. Like 3D films at on the biggest cinema screen for miles around. Shop in 10 rather special outlets which reflect the unique nature of the region, its craft people and producers, offering a choice not often found on many high streets.

Lakeland Climbing Centre

Recreation
50 mins
Enjoy the routes and bouldering circuits of all grades.  Top roping and leading to the 25m high bouldering rooms and traversing wall.

Lakeland Segway Tours

Recreation
15 mins
As the UK's longest estabilished "SegwayAuthorized" tour provider, let Lakeland Segway introduce you to the innovative and novel way of gliding around a private Lakeland Estate that borders the western shores of Windermere.

Touring

Recreation
10 mins
Daily scenic tours of the Lake District, Dales & Borders are available from right outside the hotel.

Fishing

Recreation
10 mins
Learn a new skill and enjoy some team competitions by heading to the lake for some fishing.

Team-Building Events

Recreation
15 mins
SEE Events specialise in team building events within the Lake District and North East of the UK.  They can provide group team building days and corporate activities where you can choose from a selection of outdoor group activities or indoor team events.

Nearby Vendors

On Purpose Adventures
On Purpose Adventures
Multi-city
Crossed arms. Poked out bottom lips. Eye rolls. Sighs of displeasure. Mention team building, and you might get these reactions. The thought of another ropes course, forced togetherness or (gasp!) trust falls while keeping your already busy team from their work can create more stress than staying at the workplace. But not with On Purpose Adventures. Your group may need team building (focused on skill development/enhancement) or team bonding (focused on relationship-minded activities) or a combination of both. But whatever the activity, it needs to be facilitated WITH purpose and ON purpose. Most team building programs don’t tie the experience into real-world, job-related application. But ours does. On Purpose delivers team building and bonding with a purpose. Our programs are structured around the way your team operates, and can be tailored to fit your specific challenges and goals. Your team will engage in collaborative activities that build communication, cohesiveness, and enhance skills like collective problem solving, while having fun together. Team building and bonding with On Purpose Adventures brings your team members together in exciting, driven, purposeful activities that make a big impression and generate a genuine team response, keeping them productive and engaged. Skill enhancement happens in a real-life relatable structure, so your takeaways aren’t easily forgotten or lost as soon as the fun ends. Let us help you strengthen your team - on purpose.
Activity
Visit profile
Steel Horse Leather
Steel Horse Leather
Worldwide
Steel Horse Leather is a Brooklyn based leather company that works with the best artisans to craft handmade leather bags, backpacks, duffel bags, messenger bags, and more. All of our bags are heirloom quality and are crafted using only full grain leather and are built to last. Embark on a journey into the world of impeccable craftsmanship with our exclusive collection of handmade leather bags. Our range includes backpacks, duffel bags, and messenger bags, all meticulously designed to serve as remarkable corporate gifts. Elevate your corporate gifting experience with us. Your quest for premium corporate gifts, with a special focus on leather corporate gifts, culminates here at Steel Horse Leather. Explore our exquisite collection today and make a lasting impression with your next corporate gift. Custom orders are accepted with a low MOQ. Free Digital Mockups available
Amenities/Gifting
Visit profile
iO Theater
iO Theater
Multi-city
Since 1981, iO Theater has inspired and trained generations of America’s greatest comedic talents. Our world-renowned training program has helped thousands of performers develop and hone their skills to launch successful comedy and entertainment careers.
Activity
Visit profile
Adult Big Wheel Club Team Building & Custom Events
Adult Big Wheel Club Team Building & Custom Events
Multi-city
We are the #1 Rated team building and adult activity event provider in Atlanta and the entire South! We provide complete team building challenge events for work/corporate events, conferences, expos, private events, social groups, & Film/TV. Events are fully hosted and facilitated and include PA System with music, Giant start line, 15 f flags, and race themed course. Our one of a kind event challenge game is exclusively designed to build effective communication skills, memory and consistent teamwork! The game is NOT based on physical ability, speed, or age! Our events are inclusive of everyone, the teams that collaborate and work together the best, wins! We also provide, non-Big Wheel team building experiences, a custom Trivia Game show, custom events, fundraisers and corporate employee workshops/trainings and speaking. Need a CSR component to your event? Ask us about our creative and fun options. We are a mobile events company and come to your client’s location, or if you need a venue we will source one for you. We are based in Atlanta GA and can travel through out the South east and beyond.
Activity
Hired Entertainment
Visit profile
ESM Pros
ESM Pros
Worldwide
At ESM Pros, we don’t just provide solutions—we craft seamless, unforgettable event experiences. Acting as an extension of your team, we bring a consultative, hands-on approach to every stage of your event, from strategic pre-planning to flawless on-site execution and insightful post-event analysis. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Instead, we tailor every detail to amplify engagement, streamline staffing, and deliver experience-driven solutions—all while respecting your budget. Backed by a combined 40+ years of staffing and staff management experience, our dedicated team ensures your event is staffed with top-tier brand representatives who captivate, connect, and leave a lasting impression. With us, your vision isn’t just realized—it’s elevated beyond expectations. Let’s craft something extraordinary together.
Preferred staff
Visit profile
Soundings Connect
Soundings Connect
Worldwide
Soundings is a talent platform uniquely designed for the business events industry, providing flexible access to freelance, part-time, and full-time talent matched through technology and data-driven insights. For over a decade, we’ve matched hundreds of organizations with our network of industry talent. We go deeper than our competitors' vetting process by leading with a people-first mentality and a focus on specialized skills. We hire quickly and increase the accuracy of the match you need by considering talent’s personality, strengths, and intent to grow. How it works: – Consult: Start a conversation right here in Reposite to discuss your talent needs, timeframe, and budget. – Source: We carefully match talent to the roles and skills needed for your event using our unique Opti5 Talent Matching formula of Strengths, Competency, Character, Purpose and Performance. – Select: We provide you with a pool of outstanding candidates to screen, or we select our top pick for hire. – Classify: We ensure talent is compliant with the latest rules and regulations in the labor force so you don’t have to. – Begin: We connect you with your chosen talent and handle all of the administrative and contractual details on our end. Your dedicated account manager will support you throughout your scope and beyond. – Repeat: Consider us part of your team—as your needs scale, we’ll adapt right alongside you! Whether you know what role you’re looking for or are interested in discovering additional ways we can support your team, we’ll love to hear from you!
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
Visit profile
The Producer's Lounge
The Producer's Lounge
Worldwide
The Producer's Lounge is a full-service creative agency specializing in event production, video production, and graphic design. We bring ideas to life with innovative solutions, offering tailored services for corporate events, live shows, and branded experiences. Our video production team crafts engaging content from concept to delivery, while our graphic design experts create striking visuals that captivate audiences. At The Producer's Lounge, creativity meets precision to deliver exceptional results that leave a lasting impact, Creating Unforgettable Experiences!
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
Visit profile
EastCoast Entertainment
EastCoast Entertainment
Worldwide
Full service entertainment booking agency specializing in variety dance bands, national talent buying, comedy, DJs, specialty acts and more
Hired Entertainment
Visit profile
Beckon Entertainment
Beckon Entertainment
Multi-city
Beckon Entertainment is a full-service event production and entertainment agency specializing in corporate conferences, brand activations, private concerts, and large-scale festivals. We leverage deep industry relationships and a high-touch approach to deliver turnkey solutions across event production, talent buying, and experiential strategy. Our team has partnered with global brands including Live Nation, Anheuser-Busch, MLS, Coca-Cola, and the NFL. From creative design and technical execution to securing world-class talent, Beckon simplifies the process and ensures every detail aligns with your vision to deliver maximum impact.
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
Visit profile
ArteFacts Talent Agency
ArteFacts Talent Agency
Multi-city
ArteFacts Talent Agency is an upscale boutique entertainment booking agency specializing in representing unique and extraordinary artists. We connect event organizers, venues, and brands with premiere talent, ensuring unforgettable experiences for audiences worldwide. With a keen eye for innovation and originality, we curate a diverse roster of performers, musicians, speakers, and creatives who bring unparalleled artistry to the stage. Whether it's live events, corporate functions, private celebrations, or large-scale productions, we handle the logistics, negotiations, and talent management with professionalism and expertise. At ArteFacts Talent Agency, we believe in the power of entertainment to inspire, engage, and transform moments into lasting memories.
Activity
Hired Entertainment
Logistics/Decor
Preferred staff
Visit profile
Looking for more vendor options?
Looking for more vendor options?
Browse additional vendors for AV, entertainment, transportation, and other event needs.
Learn more
Powered by
Looking for more vendor options?

Additional Information

Additional details

• Traditional country house charm • Majestic views of the Lake District • Relaxing rural location ideal for Lake District activities • Helipad amenities • 40 elegant bedrooms, some with private balconies • Free onsite parking

Macdonald Leeming House Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Macdonald Leeming House regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Macdonald Leeming House's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Macdonald Leeming House have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Macdonald Leeming House and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Macdonald Leeming House's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Macdonald Leeming House developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Macdonald Leeming House clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
Ready to send your inquiry?

Report an issue with this venue profile to the Cvent Supplier Network.