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"A Hidden Gem"- The ACE Centre

Monday, 26th June 2017


The ACE Centre has been recognized with a 2017 Certificate of Excellence, based on the consistently great reviews on TripAdvisor.

From meals in the Courtyard Bistro, to birthday and wedding celebrations in the function suite, The ACE Centre has been described by a number of the reviewers as “a hidden gem” and “the best thing in Nelson”.

Run by Pendle Leisure Trust, The ACE Centre is an Arts, Culture and Enterprise venue which has many functions and hosts a whole range of activities designed to attract people of all cultures, ages and backgrounds into the centre of Nelson.

The bright, modern space offers a dynamic mix of community facilities, top-class catering and exciting arts, film, music and theatre programmes.

Facilities include a conferencing suite, meeting rooms, a cinema, theatre, dance and drama studio, function suite, space to exhibit artwork and a bar and bistro with an outdoor courtyard.

ACE Centre Manager, Sean Lawler, said: “I would like to thank our customers for taking the time to write a review about their experience. It’s greatly valued and appreciated to know we have provided a great service and lasting memories.”

With an average score of 4.5 from the 55 reviews – 60% of which scored excellent and 27% very good – comments included: “Wow this is a hidden Gem. Great food and atmosphere. The bistro is spotless. They offer daily specials and the menu has a good variety to choose from. I'll back.”

“Had many a meal here as a couple or as four. The venue is always clean and tidy. Staff are always pleasant and the food is always excellent and value for money.”

“The Courtyard Bistro at the Ace Centre in Nelson is one of the town's hidden gems. The staff are simply amazing - friendly, courteous and welcoming, and the food I had was just gorgeous!”

“Excellent staff, excellent standard, lovely place. A nice place to have a get together in this area, would recommend to everyone. Had a superb night and the buffet was nice as well.”

“Had my little boy’s 2nd birthday party there, what a fantastic day had by all, staff, food and service excellent, could not fault it in any way.”

The ACE Centre really has so much to offer. For those who have never been inside, then go on, you’ll be surprised at this hidden gem in the heart of Nelson town centre.