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Stunning Georgian hotel in a gorgeous lawned grounds with mature trese to the left

Bowden Hall Hotel

Beautifully refurbished Georgian house, set in the stunning Cotswolds countryside surrounded by rolling park and woodland.


Gloucester Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 250 ££
Bowden Hall Hotel
Bondend Road, Upton St Leonards, Gloucester, GL4 8ED
16th century thatched threshing barn with large glass windows with patio and fire pit

Bowerchalke Barn

Beautiful thatched threshing barn situated on a working farm.


Salisbury Cranborne Chase, Wiltshire Capacity - Standing: 150 £££
Bowerchalke Barn
Knowle Farm, Bowerchalke, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 5BP
Front facade of the beautiful venue at dusk

Crumplebury

Luxury purpose-built corporate event venue situated on a private family estate in rural Herefordshire.


Worcester Worcestershire Capacity - Standing: 300 ££
Crumplebury
Crumplebury, Whitbourne, Worcester, WR6 5SG
View from the event space through to the courtyard seating area which is covered by a pergola and wisteria

Foodworks Cookery School

Worked with companies big and small to host unforgettable corporate events.


Colesbourne Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 60 ££
Foodworks Cookery School
Colesbourne Estate, Gloucestershire, GL53 9NP
Front facade of the grade II listed Manor house

Glenfall House

Peaceful seclusion offered by this Grade II listed manor house turned exclusive hire event venue.


Cheltenham Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 150    • ££
Glenfall House
Mill Lane, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 4EP
Manor House surrounded by trees and a maze in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds

Hellens Manor

Stunning multi-purpose venue dating back to 1056.


Much Marcle Herefordshire Capacity - Standing: 100    • ££££
Hellens Manor
Hellens Manor, Much Marcle, Herefordshire, HR8 2LY
The event space set up for a corporate meeting with long tables andblack and white material covering the industrial pipework on the ceiling

Hillside Brewery

Wide range of challenging but fun activities and experiences that the team at Hillside can organise.


Longhope Gloucestershire, Wye Valley Capacity - Standing: 450 ££
Hillside Brewery
Hollybush Farm, Ross Road, Longhope, Gloucestershire, GL17 0NG
Gorgeous view of the barns with trees in the foreground and rolling hills filled with rape seed behind the stone barns

Kingscote Barn

As you drive down the private road to Kingscote Barn, you leave all the stresses and strains of life behind you at the gate.


Tetbury Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 200    • £££
Kingscote Barn
Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8YE
Stone steps leading to the rear entrance to North Cadbury Court

North Cadbury Court

A relaxed, exclusive hire country house with endless activities on site.


North Cadbury Somerset Capacity - Standing: 200    • ££££
North Cadbury Court
North Cadbury, Somerset, BA22 7DR
The front facade of Oxleaze barn, there is a large patio area with outdoor seating and some trained fruit trees in the foreground

Oxleaze Barn

This family-run venue gives you the flexibility to make it your own, to put your own individual stamp on your event.


Lechlade Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 200 ££
Oxleaze Barn
Oxleaze Farm, Filkins, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7 3RB
Large vaulted ceiling dining area set with up tables with a wall of windows letting in huge amounts of light

Pensons at the Netherwood Estate

Perfectly linked design and décor to fit in with their surroundings, which dates back to the Doomsday Book.


Tenbury Wells Worcestershire Capacity - Standing: 100 ££££
Pensons at the Netherwood Estate
Stoke Bliss, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, WR15 8RT
Large barn facade, with three wide windows with shutters open and a clock over the main door

Poulton Hill Estate and Vineyard

Floor to ceiling glass doors open out onto a Cloister Garden, complete with fountain for al fresco drinks receptions.


Cirencester Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 150    • ££
Poulton Hill Estate and Vineyard
Poulton Hill Estate, Poulton, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 5JA
Walled garden and house in the background on a sunny summers day

Rendcomb College

Boasting 230 acres of space and stunning historic architecture.


Cirencester Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 320 £££
Rendcomb College
Rendcomb College, Rendcomb, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 7HA
Stunning view of Sudeley Castle with a moat in the foreground and tall mature tress to either side

Sudeley Castle

1,000-year history with the ultimate wow-factor for an event.


Winchcombe Gloucestershire Capacity - Standing: 5000    • £££
Sudeley Castle
Sudeley Castle & Gardens, Winchcombe, GL54 5JD
Stunning evening view of the stone barn with stone steps leading to the main barn doorway. The barn and grounds are lit up with lights in the ground

The Barn at Upcote

The rustic charm of the original farm barns with the modern purpose-built additions make this a stunning event venue.


Cheltenham Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 200 ££
The Barn at Upcote
Withington, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Long wooden table set up for a party decorated with white napkins and winter flower centred peice

The Find

This is one of Cheltenham’s best kept secrets when it comes to event space.


Cheltenham Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 80 £
The Find
20 Regent Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1HE
View of the stone tythe barn, gardens in the foreground with a gravelled drive

The Great Tythe Barn

The C16 barn oozes historic character from its thick stone walls and the exposed wooden beams.


Tetbury Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 250    • ££
The Great Tythe Barn
Folly Farm, Long Newnton, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8XA
the circular bar in the rotunda at The Ivy Brasserie Montpellier Cheltenham

The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie Cheltenham

A beautiful setting for entertaining friends and clients, ideally located in the heart of Cheltenham’s boutique Montpellier district.


Cheltenham Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 300 ££££
The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie Cheltenham
Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Walk, Cheltenham, GL50 1SH
Large event space, floor to ceiling windows with a view of large church spire.

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum

With views of historic St. Mary’s Minster, the roof terrace here really is a hidden gem in the heart of Regency Cheltenham.


Cheltenham Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 250 £
The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum
Clarence Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 3JT
Large room lined with windows with views over the malvern hillls. Set up with round tables and stunning flower arrangements in the centre of each table

Three Counties Showground

Nestled at the foot of the Malvern Hills sits one of the UK’s finest Showgrounds.


Malvern The Malvern Hills, Worcestershire Capacity - Standing: 5000 ££
Three Counties Showground
Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13 6NW
Large white event room set up with three round tables covered with white table cloths. There's a beautiful glass ceiling allowing light to pour in

Tythe House

This 16th-century heritage house has been lovingly and faithfully restored to its former glory.


Tetbury Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 20    • ££
Tythe House
Folly Farm, Long Newnton, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8XA
Gorgeous view of the barn and courtyard. There are seats and flower in planters in the courtyard and the hills behind the barn

Wellington Barn

This secluded, converted 18th century barn is the ideal venue to host your next event.


Calne Wiltshire Capacity - Standing: 300    • ££
Wellington Barn
Manor Farm, Calstone Wellington, Calne, SN11 8PY
Ariel view of the vast georgian House and parkland that surrounds it

Westonbirt School

Vast grounds, beautiful gardens and stunning architecture with a real wow factor.


Tetbury Gloucestershire Capacity - Standing: 750 £££
Westonbirt School
Westonbirt School, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QG
Gorgeous gravelled and paved patio area with tables looking out over the rolling cotswold hills. The tables are dressed with wine and glasses and you can see right into the venue via a glass doorway

Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery

The versatile Tasting Room can be used for team building events or a meeting space


South Woodchester Gloucestershire, The Cotswolds Capacity - Standing: 35    • ££
Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery
Convent Lane, South Woodchester, Gloucestershire, GL5 5HR

What makes a good venue for a conference?

An annual customer or industry conference is a great way to bring your clients and staff together to celebrate success, share knowledge and provide insight into any future plans or roadmaps.

A conference is typically two or three days and can take on many different formats. When it comes to searching for conference venues, requirements can differ so we’ve taken a look at some of the key things you will want to think about when choosing your conference space in order to make it an event to remember!

Top three tips for deciding how many people to invite to your conference

Before you begin hunting for conference venues, have a think about how many people might be attending. 

  1. Don’t forget that you will need to include staff in the final numbers, as well as sponsors and speakers. 
  2. Having a rough figure in mind is a good place to start when speaking to conference venues – you can always adjust nearer the event. This will not only determine the type of conference venue you will need, but it will also inform other decisions such as catering requirements, entertainment and accommodation options. 
  3. Consider your budget. Corporate events with up to 300 delegates may be suited to a hotel or smaller conference space such as Crumplebury or Glenfall House. 

What does the conference agenda look like? 

Do you plan to keep all your delegates together for the duration of the conference, or will they be split up into groups? Your event may require several conference rooms for keynote presentations and breakout sessions, so having a rough idea of the agenda will help give you an idea of what conference room rental is needed. Some conference venues may be able to offer flexibility with their space. They can partition off conference rooms or set up seating in theatre or classroom style to accommodate varying numbers. Three Counties Showground is an excellent example of a conference space that can provide for a mixed agenda as they have several conference rooms that can sit between 50-2000 people.

How to decide on catering options for your conference

Depending on the length and time of your conference, you may need to provide catering for parts or all of the day. Here are some ideas and things to think about when organising food and drink for your conference:

  1. Pastries with tea and coffee is a popular conference breakfast and can also be served during breaks. Fruit is also a good healthy option.
  2. Your event may have a gala dinner in the evening, or it could be a more informal affair with canapes or a light buffet for people to snack on during networking. When searching for conference venues, be sure to check if they offer in-house catering or if they can provide you with a list of preferred suppliers. 
  3. Lunch arrangements can differ from venue to venue, depending on if you choose a hot or cold menu. If the meeting space has its own restaurant you may be able to dine there, or you could serve a working lunch buffer if that is more suited. 
  4. Remember to check the catering details before the conference, for example what time any tea and coffee is arriving, or when lunch will be served. 
  5. Collect any dietary requirements well ahead of time to ensure that you can cater for everybody! 
  6. If you are having an evening meal, many conference venues will offer a tasting session a few months prior to the event. It is recommended that you attend this with a colleague or two, so you can sample the food on offer and make any adjustments to the menu in advance. We recommend Pensons at the Netherwood Estate for beautifully prepared food from fresh, local ingredients.

Where is the best location to hold a conference?

When deciding on conference venues you should ideally look for a location that is central for all your attendees. If the conference is local and your delegates don’t need to travel far, there may be more flexibility on venue choices as you could choose to provide transport either side of the event. If you have colleagues or clients travelling from further afield, or even internationally, you’ll want your conference space to be as accessible as possible. Take a look at the airport and rail links when conducting your search for conference venues. The Cotswolds and Malvern Hills are both good areas for people travelling from all over the country.

Top five technology needs for your conference space

IT and tech equipment play a pivotal part in proceedings, particularly for corporate conferences. Prior to the event, ask questions about the conference facilities including:

  1. WiFi availability
  2. Access to projectors/screens 
  3. PA or speaker system
  4. Room and/or stage lighting
  5. Anything else that will help your event run smoothly 

Book in a tech day with the venue team and go along with a checklist of what you might need in each conference room. Find out if the venue has an in-house AV team that you can call on for support if needed and if this is included in the conference room hire. It’s advisable to encourage your speakers to visit the venue before your conference for a test-run, even if that means turning up 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to run through a presentation. Having this sorted in advance will give you peace of mind on the day that your event can run without hitches!

What layout will you require for your conference venue?

If you are holding a large event with lots of people, consider the layout of your conference venue. Will delegates need to be moving around from room to room, and if so, how far will they need to travel? Will your venue have a main conference hall? Try to avoid anywhere which could see people get distracted or lost and make use of signage if it is available. Don’t forget to accommodate for any networking that make take place during your conference. Does your conference venue have the space for this? Our blog on the best room layouts for your corporate event is a great starting point.

Whatever your conference needs are, you can guarantee to find a suitable space by searching for conference venues via Secret Spaces. Our website has a range of stunning conference venues to suit varying capacities, so why not take a look and book a viewing today? 

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