A gallery with wood-paneled walls, framed posters, snack shelves, and a reception desk at King In The North Archery & Chess.
A gallery with wood-paneled walls, chess tables, and illuminated ceiling panels at King In The North Archery & Chess.
An event space with wooden walls, rows of black chairs at tables, and chess-themed wall art at King In The North Archery & Chess.
An event space with chess tables, black swivel chairs, wall art, and chess-themed banners at King In The North Archery & Chess.

King In The North Archery & Chess

Entertainment Centre

46 Thornes Lane Wharf, Wakefield, WF1 5RL –
Wakefield West
From £300
hire fee
Up to 32
seats
Up to 30
standing
Venue doesn't offer catering
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at King In The North Archery & Chess

King in the North at King In The North Archery & Chess
King in the North
Event Space
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Whole venue
32 seats
30 standing
Book 1 hr. minimum
King in the North is an extraordinary place in Wakefield where archery and chess meet in a completely immersive and themed environment. It’s a great choice for groups looking for something different and unforgettable—not just another function room. Your booking comes with the exclusive use of the venue, professional archery tutors, all gear, and f...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Flatscreen TV
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Play your own music
from £300 hire fee
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Prices and opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
Thursday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
Friday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
Saturday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
Sunday
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour
King in the North
10:00 – 22:00
from £300 hire fee per hour

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 30
standing
Up to 32
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About King In The North Archery & Chess

King In The North Archery & Chess is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

King In The North Archery & Chess is an entertainment centre that combines coached indoor archery lanes with a dedicated chess area and fantasy-themed décor.

Venue highlights: The venue runs coached archery sessions and supplies bows, arrows and safety equipment for group hires, including introductory briefings. The layout includes configurable targets and marked lanes for activity-led bookings and a separate chess area with comfortable seating for quieter breaks. Free on-site parking is available for organisers and guests.

Best for: Team-building sessions, children's activity parties, casual competitive meet-ups for archery or chess.

Location: Thornes Lane Wharf sits within walking distance of the town's main train stations, making rail arrivals straightforward for guests.

What guests say: The coaching team is knowledgeable, patient and helpful during group sessions. The venue maintains a clean, well organised layout that supports both active archery and quieter chess play.

FAQ

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At King In The North Archery & Chess, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free parking is available on-site: 20 spaces
  • Free on-street parking is available

King In The North Archery & Chess is located at 46 Thornes Lane Wharf, in Wakefield West.

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