college Facilities
our Facilities
Situated in a superb location in the regional city of Toowoomba at the centre of a prosperous rural community, Downlands provides a full range of facilities often found only in large cities. Yet, the College is in a peaceful setting of beautiful avenues, parks and gardens.
Nestled in 38 hectares of beautifully landscaped grounds, with historic buildings and modern facilities, including a performing arts centre; dance, drama and film studios; indoor sports centre; flourishing Rural Centre; seven ovals; and a heated 50m outdoor pool. Downlands is a unique and rewarding venue for conferences, events and functions of all kinds.
Meeting Facilities
Downlands College can cater to 800 delegates theatre style in the Graham Centre and 240 in the beautiful Tudor Hall.
The Graham Centre features a stage and polished wooden floor. The superb Tudor Hall is fashioned with oval silky oak windows and antique lighting to create an evocative scene. There is a delightful chapel on-site complemented by an outstanding stained glass window feature.
The College has manicured lawns and extensive and elegant grounds, perfect for photography or for indulging in champagne and canapes. Catering is available on-site.
Other facilities
Downlands College is well equipped with sporting facilities, including:
- Seven (7) sporting ovals
- Six (6) tennis courts
- Sports Centre accommodates two (2) full netball courts and multi-marked courts - futsal, basketball, volleyball and badminton
- Outdoor netball courts
- Fully equipped gymnasium - cardio and weights
- Olympic length outdoor heated swimming pool
- Cricket nets and pitches
- Rural Centre complete with:
- first class cattle handling facilities and yards
- stock handling training arena
- green house accommodating hydroponic gardens
- aquaculture program
Technical/AV
- Stage with audio and lighting systems and grand piano
- Data projector with large screens on each side of the stage
- Internet access
Catering
On-site catering is available to suit every need.
Disabled facilities
Wheelchair access is available to the Graham Centre, Tudor Hall and some accommodation.
Parking
On-site parking is available.
