Wakes & Funeral Reception Venue Hire
Saying goodbye to someone you love deserves a setting that feels right. Turf Moor offers a peaceful, dignified space for a celebration of life, funeral reception or wake — whether your loved one followed Burnley FC through thick and thin, or you're simply looking for a spacious, welcoming venue close to Burnley town centre.
Our events team will take care of every detail, from room layout to catering, so you and your family can focus on remembering the person who mattered most.
Funeral reception venue hire in Burnley
From intimate lounges for close family to larger suites for bigger gatherings, we offer flexible funeral reception venue hire to suit every wake, however big or small. Rooms can be arranged with a quiet reception area, a private bar, and space for photos, tributes or a memory table - whatever you need, we are happy to arrange.
Why families choose Burnley FC for a Celebration of Life
A meaningful setting
For lifelong Clarets fans, few places carry more history or warmth than Turf Moor, the world's second-oldest continuously used professional football stadium.
Flexible, private spaces
Thirteen event spaces, from intimate 14-guest lounges to suites holding hundreds, so the room fits the gathering, not the other way round.
A dedicated events team
One point of contact to help plan the day, handle timings, and take the pressure off your family.
Easy to reach
A short walk from Burnley town centre, with on-site parking for guests.
Award-winning catering
Levy UK + Ireland caters every reception, with menus that can be tailored to your family's wishes.
Find the right space for your wake or funeral reception
Some families prefer a quiet, private room; others want space for a larger gathering with a view of the pitch. Whatever suits your family, we have a room to match.
Facilities that meet your event requirements:
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Capacity: 14Executive Boxes
Breathtaking views across our famous pitch and plenty of natural daylight Meetings | Celebrations | Interviews -
Capacity: 16Box 0
A small but impactful space with stunning pitch views and floods of natural light Meetings | Interviews | Dinners -
Capacity: 30Brian Miller Lounge Suite
An intimate events space with cosy wood panelling Meetings | Interviews | Dinners -
Capacity: 34Players Lounge
A stylish space where casual meets collaboration Meetings | Training | Interviews -
Capacity: 40Super Box
The perfect suite for pitch views and bar facilities Up to 40 guests -
Capacity: 50Harry Potts Lounge
A chilled space packed with team spirit Meetings | Interviews | Dinners -
Capacity: 70Dr Iven Suite
A casual space for hosting medium to large events Meetings | Interviews | Dinners -
Capacity: 120Centenary Suite
A premium events space with pitch views and modern atmosphere Up to 120 guests -
Capacity: 120The Trophy Room
Flexible event space with Burnley FC's glass fronted trophy wall Up to 120 guests -
Capacity: 1401882 Lounge
A timeless space often picked for special and sentimental events Celebrations | Parties | Weddings -
Capacity: 250Longside Lounge
Accessible, pitch views and well stocked bar Up to 250 guests -
Capacity: 325East Stand - Jimmy McIlroy Suite
A premium events space with pitch views and multiple flexible layouts Up to 325 guests -
Capacity: 1000The Fanzone at Burnley
Flexible open floor plan for any event Up to 1000 guests
Quick room size comparison table
| Room | Max Capacity | Boardroom | Cabaret | Theatre | U-Shape | Reception | Dinner | Lunch & Dinner | Dinner & Dance |
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| Executive Boxes | 14 | 12 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 12 | N/A | N/A |
| Box 0 | 16 | 12 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 16 | N/A | N/A |
| Brian Miller Lounge Suite | 30 | N/A | 24 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 30 | N/A | N/A |
| Players Lounge | 34 | 16 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 34 | N/A | N/A |
| Super Box | 40 | 16 | N/A | 24 | 21 | N/A | 40 | N/A | N/A |
| Harry Potts Lounge | 50 | 15 | 40 | 30 | N/A | N/A | 50 | N/A | N/A |
| Dr Iven Suite | 70 | 30 | 40 | 80 | N/A | N/A | 70 | N/A | N/A |
| Centenary Suite | 120 | N/A | 80 | 100 | N/A | N/A | 100 | N/A | N/A |
| The Trophy Room | 120 | 30 | 54 | 150 | N/A | N/A | 120 | N/A | N/A |
| 1882 Lounge | 140 | N/A | 112 | 130 | N/A | N/A | 140 | N/A | 120 |
| Longside Lounge | 250 | 60 | 170 | 290 | N/A | N/A | 250 | N/A | N/A |
| East Stand - Jimmy McIlroy Suite | 325 | N/A | N/A | 70 | N/A | 325 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| The Fanzone at Burnley | 1000 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Catering for your celebration of life
Our catering partner, award-winning Levy UK + Ireland, can put together a spread that suits the occasion. Anything from a traditional afternoon tea and sandwich buffet to a more formal sit-down meal. Menus use seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and can be adapted for dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten-free.
Tea, coffee and a bar service can be arranged for the room, so guests are looked after from arrival to close.
Support every step of the way
Arranging a funeral reception is rarely easy, and we understand that planning can feel like one more thing on an already difficult day. Our events team will work with you from the first enquiry to the day itself, helping with room layout, timings, catering choices and any small personal touches, such as playing a favourite song or displaying photos, so you don't have to manage the details alone.
If you're planning a celebration of life, wake or funeral reception, our team is here to help with sensitivity, and without pressure. Get in touch to talk through dates, spaces and catering, and we'll take it from there.
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