Venues, Halls & Meeting Rooms to Hire in for you Meeting – Venkey

Kew gardens, a 320 acre royal botanic gardens and unesco world heritage site, has an established reputation for hosting some of the most memorable events in one of london’s most beautiful environments. Kew has a diverse portfolio of venues, from the beautiful eighteenth-century orangery to the quaint cambridge cottage, an elegant former royal residence. Our venues are available for both evening and day hire, and are unique yet versatile to host your individual event. Recently added to kew garden’s selection of venues, kew palace and the royal kitchens are ideal locations for family celebrations and corporate functions. Welcome your guests into this tiny, perfectly formed royal palace with 17th century style gardens, which can accommodate up to 30 guests for a dinner or 60 for a standing drinks reception. For an intimate corporate or private event, cambridge cottage is a charming grade 2 listed venue, set within its own private gardens. Cambridge cottage can accommodate up to 100 guests in theatre style, 80 for seated dining, and up to 150 for a standing reception. The marianne north gallery is a beautiful gallery housing 832 paintings depicting more than 900 species of plants, all created by marianne north, a victorian explorer and artist. The gallery is ideal for evening drinks receptions of up to 80 and dinners for 50, which the option of adding on the neighbouring shirley sherwood gallery for larger events. Ideal for a larger private event or conference, the sir joseph banks building is a striking, partly subterranean space that is appropriate for both day time and evening events. The sir joseph banks building caters for up to 230 guest’s theatre style, 160 cabaret style and 200 for a dinner. Available for evening hire, the orangery is ideal for large drinks receptions or dinner events. The orangery can accommodate up to 400 guests for a drinks party or seated dining for up to 200. Adjacent to the orangery banqueting area, our orangery conference room provides corporate daytime space for up to 30. The oldest and most striking of the 19th century glasshouses at kew gardens, the nash conservatory was originally designed for the gardens of buckingham palace by john nash and was moved to kew in 1836 by william iv. The nash conservatory is a versatile event space that is available for both day and evening hire and can accommodate a variety of events up to a capacity of 200, dependent on the event format. Stunningly illuminated after dark, the princess of wales conservatory provides a unique drinks reception experience, in which your guests can explore the different climactic zones, plants and free roaming lizards. By choosing kew as your venue, not only are you ensuring your event has that important wow factor, but you will also be helping our valuable plant conservation and life-saving research work. Related articles kew’s breath-taking temperate house to re-open 15 nov 2017 christmas 2017 at kew gardens 21 jun 2017 view more articles

The kings hotel began life as the george, a 16th century coaching inn that has now been transformed with modern day chic décor. The kings is the ideal choice for accommodation in the buckinghamshire area. As well as offering the very best wedding venue, good food, conference and meeting rooms we also supply free wi-fi in bedrooms and public areas and all rooms have 100+ sky channels for our guests enjoyment. Conveniently located near to marlow, thame, aylesbury, henley and oxford this makes the kings hotel your ideal base for any event including henley regatta, royal ascot, a shopping trip to bicester village or a visit to wembley stadium. The kings hotel provides the perfect venue for any occasion whether it’s a meeting, wedding, christening, christmas party, private dining , leavers ball, birthday party, dinner dance, charity event or end of season party, with prices to suit any budget. Group bookings are also welcomed and our professional events team are available to discuss your requirements and to make reservations. Situated two minutes from junction 5 of the m40, we are easy to find and provide free on-site car parking. High wycombe train station is just 6 miles away and can transport you easily to wembley and marylebone to visit london. We are a privately owned hotel and are passionate about our excellent service, quality and value. All our rooms feature top quality hypnos beds, duck down duvets and pillows and en suite italian marble bathrooms. With today’s technology we are able to communicate quickly & regularly, but there is no substitute for meeting person to person. We pride ourselves with a meet and greet on arrival which provides our customers with a personal service. A dedicated conference manager is on hand throughout your meeting to attend to your every need and ensure your meeting runs smoothly. Our kings eating house has a fine reputation for excellent home cooked food, which is beautifully presented and served by our attentive staff, we are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen. There is a wide choice of drinks, ranging from finest local ales to carefully selected wines from across the world. We also have a terraced area for alfresco drinking or dining should you prefer to enjoy the great british outdoors.

Welcome to lane end conference centre! • set in 26 acres of lush woodland but located just thirty miles from london and only thirty minutes from heathrow airport, we're convenient to the capital but far enough away to ensure a successful conference without distraction. • the venue offers five self-contained buildings with the following meeting facilities: eight conference rooms and 23 syndicate rooms. Whether you're bringing five directors for a board meeting or a hundred and fifty employees for graduate induction training, you can book the space you need to provide your guests with the highest levels of comfort and convenience. • at lane end we have invested in our own dedicated fibre optic link which guarantees speeds of up to 40mbps wi-fi and 200mbps for hardwired internet. • the large conference rooms are fully equipped with ceiling-mounted projectors and the syndicate rooms come with wall-mounted plasma screens. All the rooms offer floor sockets with vga connection points, plenty of wall-mounted power sockets, light dimmers, surround sound and plenty of natural daylight. The conference facilities include flipcharts, notepads, pens, name cards and refreshments. • the venue offers 104 en-suite bedrooms in the three residential buildings. All the rooms include en-suite facilities, fresh towels, toiletries, flatscreen tv, study desk, telephone, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. • we have four kitchens, three dining rooms, five bars and a large function room. We are proud to say that every item on each of our menus is made from scratch by our chefs. All our menus include vegetarian options and we can cater for any specific dietary requirement. • our residential conference centre also includes a wide range of leisure and sports activities that provide excellent opportunities for informal discussions or to unwind after a busy day. We also host a variety of team-building events too - including fun outdoor activities, experiential learning events and an apprentice-style chocolate making challenge. For more information or enquiries, call us on: 01494 881171. Related articles lane end conference centre to showcase new facilities 24 may 2017 team-building and residential for talented young film-makers 21 mar 2017 healthcare sector meetings and events 21 mar 2017 view more articles

Leeds castle, ‘the loveliest castle in the world’ set on two islands and surrounded by 500 acres of beautiful parkland, is an ideal venue for corporate functions in a beautiful historic setting. The castle can provide a range of excellent value for money 24hr delegate packages and can include golf, falconry and segway experiences. Leeds castle has a wide choice of venues on the estate suitable for all conferencing requirements, including the castle itself, the self-contained maiden’s tower. The impressive henry viii banqueting hall in the castle can hold up to 100 guests and the dining room offers a bright and spacious area, seating up to 80 theatre style, or 30 around the table. Alternatively the boardroom, ideal for smaller meetings, seats up to 16. Accommodation is also available within the castle for residential meetings and conferences in the state or newly refurbished battlement rooms, with breakfast served the following morning. The maiden’s tower accommodates up to 80 guests for dinner and 100 for drinks receptions. Sensitively restored to preserve its fine tudor features, the tower offers self-contained accommodation for weddings and hospitality in five en-suite rooms. Further accommodation is available in the stable courtyard. The fairfax hall is ideal for evening events including dinner dances and banquets. Recently refurbished to the highest standard, garden house is an exciting new addition to leeds castle. Ideal for your private function, the meeting room can seat up to 16 delegates theatre or boardroom style. Leeds castle has recently launched the new stable courtyard bed and breakfast, ideal for residential meetings and business travellers.

The lensbury is a four star hotel, conference centre and premium leisure centre located on the banks of the river thames at teddington in south west london. Features include: riverside venue with 25 acres of landscaped grounds located 20 minutes by car to london heathrow airport 35 minutes by train to london waterloo free car parking for 200 cars complimentary shuttle service to teddington station free wi-fi throughout the lensbury site 22 meeting rooms, with natural daylight maximum capacity – 200 in cabaret layout up to the minute av equipment technicians on site to help with set up of equipment fully inclusive delegate packages accommodation in a range of room types – 171 rooms in total private dining spaces for up to 200 guests teambuilding run by the lensbury’s own staff fully equipped gym 25m indoor swimming pool and teaching pool thermal suite with sauna, steam and experience showers 15 tennis courts 2 squash courts 3 exercise studios watersports centre with sailing, kayaking, canoes, motor boats, rowing boats new spa with two floors of treatment rooms 2 world class rugby pitches friendly, helpful staff location the lensbury is located in teddington, middlesex - a residential town in the borough of richmond. The venue is just minutes from twickenham rugby stadium and the attractions of kew gardens, hampton court palace and kempton racecourse are also close by. Heathrow airport is a 20 minute drive away and a complimentary shuttle bus to teddington station, makes it an easy commute on the train to london waterloo. For delegates who drive, the m3 motorway is ten minutes away and free parking on-site is provided for 200 cars. The property itself is situated in 25 acres of grounds and gardens on the banks of the thames. The town of teddington with its mixture of boutiques and restaurants, is a five minute stroll up the road. The busy town of kingston is five minutes in the opposite direction and has a large shopping centre with all the major chain stores and plenty of car parking. Meetings the lensbury is a great venue for meetings, conferences, training courses and events all kinds, both residential and day meetings, for up to 200 delegates. The meeting rooms are modern, contemporary in style and feature the latest audio visual equipment, ergonomically designed furniture and good natural daylight. Robust wi-fi is available to all free of charge. Fully inclusive delegate packages offer good value for money and make it easier to plan and budget for your meeting. Food and beverage tea and coffee is provided via the refreshment stations in the lounge areas. The coffee is all fresh bean to cup coffee and a range of different teas are on offer including english breakfast, earl gray and redbush. Danish pastries are provided in the mornings and cakes in the afternoon. Apples, water and biscuits are also available at all times. Delegates are welcome to help themselves from the coffee stations throughout the day as part of the delegate packages. Conference lunches at the lensbury are much appreciated by delegates and for some are a major factor in their decision making process. There is always a tempting selection of hot and cold dishes on the buffet as well as soup, salads, desserts and cheese. There is something for everyone and special diets can be catered for too. If your delegates would prefer a working lunch, the lensbury has a range of trolley lunches to choose from. Simple sandwiches and fruit to more elaborate fare is all available as required. Private dining private dining is frequently requested and at the lensbury chefs are used to preparing food for all kinds of private dining occasions from barbecues, cocktail receptions and buffets to gala dinners and parties. The executive head chef is happy to meet you and discuss menus if required. The team are also used to catering for the explicit demands of professional sports teams who frequently stay at the lensbury. Please ask if you have particular catering requests. Accommodation residential rates at the lensbury always include full english breakfast and use of the leisure facilities. Accommodation is based in two buildings - the main clubhouse and the ascot building. The clubhouse offers accommodation over three floors and the bedrooms stock comprises a mixture of room types from standard single rooms to executive and deluxe rooms. The single rooms are very comfortable for the business traveller with a wider than average single bed and en-suite shower room. Double rooms have a standard size double bed and are slightly larger than the single rooms. Superior rooms have air conditioning, a king sized bed and many have baths. The executive rooms are the most recent additions and offer a touch of luxury with nespresso coffee machines, fridges, large walk-in shower cubicles and wide-screen televisions. The ascot building is located across the car park from the conference centre. It is a separate block of bedrooms offering peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the main hotel. All rooms in the ascot block are superior rooms and have direct access to the leisure facilities. Teambuilding besides holding a meeting at the lensbury, the facilities make the venue ideal for teambuilding, company away-days and off-sites. The lensbury’s own water sports team run a range of teambuilding activities with water-based challenges a speciality. This year the team have purchased two new dragon boats and are delighted to be able to offer this exhilarating activity from the lensbury grounds on the river thames. There is also raft building, kayaking and canoeing. For land-lubbers there is the unique earth ball. This large, canvas ball can be used to play a variety of games either competitively or just for fun. The earth ball was originally developed by a university in america and the lensbury is the only place in the uk to have adopted it as a teambuilding activity. External teambuilding companies are welcome to run events at the lensbury for your delegates if required.

This unique and exquisite manor house dates back to the late 17th century and now nestles in the heart of one of britain’s most famous film studios. With its elegant black and white marbled floor entrance, an original ornate fireplace and the breath-taking orangery; it is the ideal backdrop for any event. With an experienced, knowledgeable and committed events team, working alongside our talented chefs, service staff and the genuine directors; we can assure you that, we will create an unforgettable, exclusive event. Shepperton studios is absolutely steeped in history, from its naissance as littleton park mansion in 1689 as family home for local nobleman thomas wood, through three centuries to where it is now as the world-famous, highly respected film studios. Despite a devastating fire in the late 1800s, the first glimmers of its current base in film stardom were sparked in 1931, when norman loudon acquired the studios for his budding film company sound city. In the 70s, the old house that now homes our orangery and coffee shop was owned by none other than the who. During wwii, the studios had their own part to play in the war effort; their prop-making expertise was channelled into building replica aircraft which were placed on runways to confuse the enemy! its more conventional use is no less exciting. The sheer number of feature films shot at shepperton is astounding – at over 150, this consists of well loved, box office and independent pictures. H stage’s 6ft built-in tank posed as the great lake in two harry potter films, and has housed incredible rigs such as a full-scale of sir walter raleigh’s ship, and a full-scale batcave. Other astonishing set-ups that the studios have seen brought to life include 10 downing st and heathrow terminal 5 in love actually, the ‘tarts & vicars’ garden party where bridget jones suffers her infamous embarrassment as a bunny, and the huge western woods of sleepy hollow. A very selective list of other films include the 1979 superman, alien, the princess bride, notting hill, the da vinci code, the mummy returns, star wars iv, shakespeare in love, billy elliot, chocolat, gladiator, the boat that rocked, wimbledon and troy. Shepperton also offers a superb location for a full range of special events. The on-site team specialise in themed events, summer parties, barbecues, proms, christmas packages and banqueting events. Related articles christmas party packages for 2017 now available!! 2 may 2017 view more articles

Make your venue a game changer. Anfield, home of liverpool football club, is a venue with a history and tradition of delivering world-class events, and with the addition of the expanded main stand it is also one of the largest all-seater single stands in europe. Visible from several points in the city, it adds another impressive landmark to the world-renowned liverpool skyline. It’s not just on the pitch that the new development enhances the club’s status as a world class institution; this new era for the football club provides an opportunity for guests to experience events at anfield like never before. A portfolio of new and beautifully appointed suites, offering a stylish and comfortable setting for any occasion have been added to the club's already existing range of rooms on offer in the kenny dalglish stand. A selection of the new rooms offer a glazed front with outstanding views of the famous anfield stadium, creating a memorable backdrop and talking point for your conference guests and delegates. The lounges are able to host up to 500 guests for a corporate dinner or 800 guests in a theatre style setting for a meeting and have been designed to offer a versatile space that can adapt to numerous conference, meeting or corporate dinner configurations. Lfc offers the full package: •opportunity for tailor-made packages to suit the needs of your group •exclusive private hire •facilities to accommodate up to 2,000 people •free car parking on a first come first served basis, up to 1,350 spaces on-site •free wi-fi •dedicated events team •opportunities to have lfc silverware at your event •opportunity to book an lfc legend for your event related articles an evening with kevin keegan at anfield 19 sep 2017 view more articles

Situated in the historic and thriving borough of southwark, london bridge hotel is rich in history, having been built on a site dating back to roman times. It is conveniently located opposite london bridge station, close to the heart of the city and with fast and direct links to docklands, excel exhibition centre, waterloo and the west end. Just a short stroll from the hotel you will find some of london's leading attractions and corporate hospitality venues including the view from the shard, tate modern, shakespeare's globe theatre, vinopolis, hms belfast and the london eye. This independent four-star hotel has 138 air-conditioned bedrooms, all with contemporary furnishings and fittings, large flat screen tvs and with excellent business facilities that include complimentary high-speed internet, voicemail and large safe for a laptop. In addition to the standard bedrooms there are also executive king rooms, suites and three luxury serviced apartments. Accessible rooms are also available. The hotel's five meeting rooms are suitable for private dining, presentations or training sessions from 2 to 80 delegates and each room is available with the latest audio-visual equipment, complimentary high speed internet access, ip and isdn capable polycom hd 720p video conferencing system with hd voice. Other facilities include a fitness first gymnasium and a choice of dining, between the contemporary 'londinium' restaurant, which serves a modern british menu, stylish quarter bar & lounge, serving a wide choice of social food.

An inspirational venue for inspirational events where better to inspire than the venue that has led athletes to gold and will continue to host premier sporting events and create future sporting history. The london stadium (former olympic stadium), has been transformed and is now available for meetings and events. From awards dinners to private celebration parties, meetings for 6 to presentations for 260 and receptions to christmas parties we have it covered. We boast some of the most stylish stadium spaces available at a venue that truly comes to life during events. Combined with great food and service our events create new and personal memories for everyone attending. You don’t have to be a football or athletics fan to appreciate the fabulous facilities, the contemporary and sophisticated nature of the rooms with views of the stadium bowl or the city of london appeal to all. However, most want to embrace the venue and what better way than to combine a meeting or event with a tour visiting the changing rooms, player’s tunnel, dugout and indoor track or a team build event. Be ready to be inspired…. New for 2017 follow in the footsteps of world athletes... World athletes have raced to success at london stadium during london 2017, now come and experience team building activities on the very same warm up track used by usain bolt, mo farah and all the elite athletes. A variety of packages are available that have been specifically adapted to london stadium including street olympics, the games and crystal challenge. The stadium can offer team building, both indoor and outdoor, so call our experts for more information and a quote. Related articles take to the track with your team at london stadium 24 aug 2017 judge jules and rockaoke head to london stadium this christmas 29 jun 2017 view more articles

Mercedes-benz world is a state-of-the-art venue, providing an inspirational setting with complete flexibility. Offering many facilities which can be paired with exhilarating driving experiences, we will work hard with you to ensure your ideas become reality and your event is a sensational experience. Welcome to mercedes-benz world... Setting mercedes-benz world is on the site of the historic brooklands motor racing circuit, the oldest race track in the world, and well situated within easy reach of both major london airports. It has excellent bus, rail and road links. The site includes ample parking, convenient loading areas, 24 hour availability and an independently operated four-star hotel with spa. Unique facilities as a world-class automotive venue offering a blend of distinctive architecture, displays and exhibitions there is something to appeal to everyone. The most popular features, unique to mercedes-benz world, are the purpose-built test tracks and challenging off-road course which provide the chance to test some of the latest and most desirable mercedes-benz models at whatever pace suits. Whether behind the wheel or as a passenger, on the skid pan or up to the doors in mud, every experience is a memorable one. The memory doesn’t have to be limited to those with a driving licence either, anyone over the height of 1.5 metres can drive, irrespective of age. There is ultimately a choice of around 8 flexible driving experiences, ranging from a few hours to a whole day, and each can be adapted to fit. The corporate responsibility programme combines the fun of these experiences with a serious learning element while the team building, incentives and motivation programme offers a highly original, innovative and engaging way to help drive a business forward. Conferencing and events facilities inside the venue is a broad range of rooms and areas offering either an ideal ‘blank canvas’ for those looking to create their own space, or a unique character which lends itself to any event. Whatever the size of the room or event, everything is always backed up by a coordinator dedicated to the event who has access to in-house catering, technical and logistics support. Internal logistics are helped by 2 car lifts, each capable of lifting over 6 tonnes which will easily accommodate the safe transport of even the most awkward equipment to any one of the available floors. Catering whether it's an intimate meeting for eight or a gala dinner for 450 people, you can be assured of a gastronomic experience provided by our award-winning catering team which matches the mercedes-benz reputation for quality. Anything's possible at mercedes-benz world contact us now and discover how we can tailor the perfect conference and events package to suit your business needs and budget. Related articles mercedes-benz world – the perfect venue for your christmas party 12 sep 2017 view more articles