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The Mary Rose

Portsmouth, PO1 3PY

Unusual
·4 meeting rooms

Located in the heart of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, surrounded by maritime history, the multi-award winning Mary Rose is no ordinary meeting space. Our beautiful Wardroom Suite is an ideal location in which to hold a meeting or conference. Guests can also enjoy access to our Bridge Balcony, which offers wonderful views of the ever-changing dockyard. Our Day Delegate Package includes: ◦Full multimedia facilities with tech support on site ◦Complimentary Wi-Fi ◦A dedicated Event Manager to ensure your day runs smoothly ◦Unlimited still and sparkling water ◦Morning and afternoon refreshments of tea, coffee and pastries or cookies ◦A buffet sandwich lunch ◦Guided tour of the Mary Rose Museum ◦Access to the Bridge Balcony

Tall Tree Pictures

TallTrees Pictures Ltd 14 Blandford Square Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4HZ

Unusual

TallTree Pictures Limited is a commercially driven film production company based in both London and North East England.

Centurion Bar

Central Station, Neville Street, NE1 5DG

Unusual
·35 attendees
·2 meeting rooms

The Centurion boasts two conference suites. They provide hours of natural day light, air conditioning, smart furnishings and surroundings. Both well equipped suites are further complimented by an adjoining syndicate room providing the ideal setting for refreshment breaks throughout the day. The Grand Room Bar At The Centurion we pride ourselves on the quality of our draft , cask beers and ales. We have an extensive selection of Cask real ales as well as our draft bitters and lagers. A beers of the world portfolio of bottles, fantastic wines as well as a range of cocktails and Shooters. Grants Bar For a drink in quieter, more relaxed surroundings, why not try Grants Bar to the rear of the main bar. Away from the hustle and bustle of the main bar, Grants bar offers a more intimate Centurion experience.

Spinnaker Tower

Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth Hampshire, PO1 3TT

Unusual

Welcome to the Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth, a 170 metre tall visitor attraction overlooking historical Portsmouth harbour and the Solent. With awe-inspiring views, the Tower is a must-see for families, couples and groups alike, as well as an unusual and unique venue for a corporate event. The Spinnaker Tower makes a stunning venue for corporate or private events, offering your guests unrivalled views over the south coast. From intimate dining for 90 people to champagne and canapé receptions for 150 people, we can create the perfect event guaranteed to impress your guests.

New Theatre Royal Portsmouth

20-24 Guildhall Walk Portsmouth Hampshire, PO1 2DD

Unusual

The New Theatre Royal is a unique venue for events and functions. The theatre was built in 1884 by CJ. Phipps and redesigned in 1900 by Frank Matcham, the greatest British theatre builder of the era, the refurbished New Theatre Royal is a striking location for events. We can provide hospitality for your business partners, clients and staff. Unique personal events can be devised to meet your needs and those of your associates. Our programme can provide entertainment and hospitality both before and after the show. Our staff have the professional expertise and experience to provide for your needs with excellent design and support. Corporate events might include; •A venue for product launch and promotion •Corporate and client hospitality •Staff training •Staff social and motivational event A top quality show is an excellent way to entertain your clients and offer them an unforgettable experience and provides a new and exciting way or rewarding staff effort. We can offer block bookings and your guests can enjoy VIP hospitality before and after a show and during the interval.

NE6 Suite

123 Scrogg Road Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2PR

Unusual
·1 meeting room

There can be few venues that can boast the amount of space as the NE6 Suite can. In the heart of the East End of Newcastle and the regeneration plans happening in the area, it’s the perfect venue for corporate functions, weddings, social and parties, exhibitions and boxing events – anything is possible at NE6 Suite Our extensive conference and events facilities are also perfect for every occasion from a family celebration to a high powered business meeting. And make sure you also look at our calendar of events to keep up to speed on what we have going on throughout the year. The NE6 Suite originally opened as a cinema in 1929, is now one of Newcastle's largest and most flexible event spaces, combining vintage charm with modern facilities and most importantly a modern approach NE6 Suite is available for private daytime and evening hire 7 days a week with exclusive use.

The Garage

14 Chapel Field North Norwich Norfolk, NR2 1NY

Unusual
·113 attendees

The Garage is conveniently located in Norwich city centre, opposite the attractive Chapelfield Gardens. The venue boasts a number of professional sprung floor dance and drama studios, meeting rooms and a high spec studio theatre which seats 110 seat people. We can accommodate a wide variety of projects and events, from community workshops through to conferences, business events and performances. Other facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi access, a lounge area with snack machines, changing rooms and white boards. We can also provide a range of equipment such as flip charts or AV equipment for your use. We believe that you will enjoy your time at The Garage. It is a vibrant and lively venue attracting young people, artists, community groups and businesses alike. We value the diversity of the range of people using our facilities and many people who manage events here enjoy the mix of the creative and business that takes place. The Garage is an inspiring place, whatever your intended activity, Ballet classes, drama sessions and break dance workshops often take place right across the corridor from corporate training or a large scale conference. Our team pride themselves on creating a welcoming atmosphere and on supporting events taking place in the venue. Hiring a studio or running an event at The Garage could not be simpler and our dedicated staff will support you to make the most of your time here, advising on the range of facilities resources and services available. Over the years, we have built up strong relationships with the arts and business community and value the relationships we build with other organizations. Many organizations use us time and again and we hope that this is testimony to the quality of service, support and welcome we pride ourselves upon.

The Forum Norwich

2 Millennium Plain Bethel Street Norwich Norfolk, NR2 1TF

Unusual
·120 attendees

Since opening in 2001, The Forum has become the place to meet at the heart of Norwich's city centre. The light and airy atrium provides the perfect environment to promote new products and ideas and with up to 50,000 visitors per week you can be assured of reaching a wide cross section of the general public. Just this year, the space has played host to numerous companies and organisations holding a variety of events, from exhibitions and product launches, to business breakfasts and evening receptions

King of Hearts

7 -15 Fye Bridge Street Norwich Norfolk, NR3 1LJ

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The King of Hearts will provide you, your delegates and guests with a high quality, caring and friendly service and excellent facilities for your conference or event. Enjoy the historical surroundings of this spectacular Tudor building. Contemporary Art work adorns the walls and special features such as a high beamed ceiling and medieval fireplaces make this meeting venue quite unique. Four rooms seating from eight to eighty are available for hire. Their individual character and varying sizes accommodate a wide range of events, from meetings, conferences and training courses to concerts, corporate entertaining, christmas lunches, wedding receptions and other social functions. We are also licensed for civil weddings. We aim to offer you everything you need alongside a flexible attitude to ensure your meeting or event runs as smoothly as possible. Discounts from the prices shown may be offered to registered charities, for arts and music education and to certain non-profit groups, at the discretion of the King of Hearts.

Dragon Hall

115-123 King Street Norwich Norfolk, NR1 1QE

Unusual

Dragon Hall is a Grade 1 listed medieval building that will provide a unique and special venue for any occasion. It is steeped in history and provides a range of spaces that are suited to a wide variety of events and functions. The beautiful and atmospheric Great Hall is the perfect setting for a memorable civil wedding or partnership ceremony, an anniversary or birthday celebration or any other special occasion. The hall can also provide an intimate setting for a variety of performances and activities such as music, theatre, poetry, comedy and dance. It is an inspiring environment for lectures, meetings and conferences. The Events Room is a modern, well-equipped space on the ground floor of the new extension of this historic complex. It is ideal for smaller events such as seminars, talks, meetings and even children's parties. The gallery is a new space at the rear of the building constructed mainly of glass. This is a light and open space overlooking the courtyard garden that may be hired out for small receptions or used together with the Great Hall or other spaces. Dragon Hall is situated on King Street, by the River Wensum. We are only 5 minutes walk from Norwich city centre and 10 minutes walk from the railway station.

Arbeia Roman Fort

Baring Street South Shields, NE33 2BB

Unusual
·3 meeting rooms

Arbeia's Commanding Officer's house can be hired for a variety of evening events, PR events and corporate hospitality events. The courtyard area provides a wonderful outdoor reception area while the main hall is ideal for indoor dining. Guests can enjoy the unique privilege of a private view of the reconstructed Commanding Officer's house and barrack block. Each room is decorated in authentic Roman style with colourful wall murals and replica furniture. The excavated Fort area can also be viewed, along with the famous reconstructed gateway and a fine museum, containing some of the most remarkable Roman finds in the North East. Arbeia has proved a popular and unusual venue for private parties, especially in the summer months, when the venue provides an excellent location for outdoor receptions and barbecues. And of course, Arbeia is the perfect place to hold your Roman-themed event!

The Terrace Exeter

Unit 19, Higher Market Guildhall Queen Street Exeter, EX4 3FB

Unusual
·2 meeting rooms

Exeter’s Worst Kept Secret, The Terrace delivers stunning hand crafted cocktails, fresh casual dining and incredible live music, DJ sets and Events All day and All Night. Set across 2 floors with a glamorous club room and event space on floor 1, featuring state-of-the-art sound, lighting and screens, luxurious VIP Booths and a fully equipped cocktail bar, the first floor is Exeter’s premium event venue and late night club. The rooftop is Exeter’s most loved destination, with expansive glass windows overlooking the Guildhall Plaza, large outside Terrace with Booth Seating, outside Bar and DJ Booth, plus a huge range of cocktails, beers, wines and spirits to choose from.

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Chiddingstone Castle

Hill Hoath Road Chiddingstone Kent, TN8 7AD

Unusual
·100 attendees
·3 meeting rooms

Within an hour of London and 30 minutes of Gatwick Airport, Chiddingstone Castle is a beautiful and inspiring location for your chosen event, with a variety of rooms at your disposal together with 35 acres of peaceful grounds incorporating woodlands and a lake. The stunning oak panelled Great Hall can accommodate up to 100 guests theatre style or 80 for lunch or dinner on round tables. The White Rose Drawing Room is a delightful room with picture windows giving views across the estate; this can be used in conjunction with the Great Hall for large events or on its own for smaller functions - seating up to 60 for lunch or dinner. The Board Room on the first floor of the Castle and has sensational views with a large boardroom table seating up to 22 delegates.

IP-City Centre Ipswich

IP-City Centre, 1 Bath Street, Ipswich IP2 8SD, IP2 8SD

Conference centre
·Unusual
·3 meeting rooms

IP-City Centre is a modern business and conference centre, with high specification office suites, flexible conference facilities and meeting rooms to accommodate up to 50 people. The Centre is situated in Bath Street within the vibrant Ipswich waterfront, half a mile from the town centre and main railway station, with easy access to the A14/A12. IP-City Centre provides excellent facilities, comfortable break out spaces, catering options, Wi-Fi, free parking and waterfront gardens. An ideal location to have as a base for your business or hold your next event.

Angel Centre

Angel Centre Angel Lane Tonbridge Kent, TN9 1SF

Unusual

The Angel Centre is ideally situated in the Centre of Tonbridge surrounded by ample car parking and a short walk from Tonbridge Railway station. The Centre has some excellent facilities for meetings, conferences and training seminars. With six meeting rooms, a function room and a theatre hall, the Centre can accommodate from 2 to 300 delegates. The Medway Hall with the option of tiered or flat seating, stage and sound and lighting equipment make it an ideal venue for conferences, exhibitions, lectures, concerts and performances. The six meeting rooms can be configured to meet your requirements whether it is for a lecture room, formal classroom, boardroom or social meeting. Dance studios are also available for hire, these modern air conditioned studios all have fully sprung floors, wall to wall mirrors and ballet barres. The Riverside Function Room is ideal for larger meetings, and can also accommodate 170 people for a birthday celebration, wedding anniversary or social gathering. A licensed bar is also available within the Function Room.

Kits Coty Brasserie

15 Old Chatham Road, Bluebell Hill, Aylesford, Kent, United Kingdom, ME20 7EZ

Unusual
·80 attendees
·2 meeting rooms

Kits Coty House, beside Bluebell Hill on the Chatham-Maidstone road, is believed to be older than Stonehenge, which was erected between 1800 and 2000 B.C. It is thought that Kits Coty House was a place of worship and later part of a burial mound. A local tradition claims that a shepherd named Kit used to take shelter under the stones in bad weather, hence the origin of the unusual name. However, it is more likely that the name is a corruption of Catigern's House. The Spectre Room caters for 20 – 45 all year round and throughout June to Mid September the use of our marquee adjoining the Spectre Room enables us to cater for larger groups of up to a maximum of 80.

Lindos Centre

Saddlemakers Lane, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk,, IP12 1PP

Unusual

The Lindos Centre is a business, leisure and community centre in the heart of Melton, near Woodbridge, Suffolk. We offer a programme of classes, and facilities for hire, for private and commercial functions. A wide range of catering options are available, from tea, coffee and biscuits or Danish pastries to hot and cold meals. Finger buffets are a speciality. Water, cordials, squashes and mints are available throughout the day. Raised Platform Lectern Flipchart, Stand and Marker Pens Overhead Projector and Screen Photocopier, suitable for Transparencies PA System with hand-held or lapel microphones Hi-Fi System

Robert Burns Centre

Mill Road Dumfries Dumfries and Galloway, DG2 7BE

Unusual

Situated in a converted 18th century mill on the grassy banks of the River Nith next door to the mouthwatering Hullabaloo restaurant, boasting state of the art projection facilities, the Robert Burns Centre provides the perfect setting for any event you wish to host. From film screenings for birthday parties and hen nights to meetings, AGMs, cultural events and lectures, the Robert Burns Centre is a desirable and adaptable venue for any event. Our friendly team will advise you on every aspect of your event to ensure that it is a great success.

The Vaults Dublin

Harbourmaster Place IFSC Dublin 1

Unusual
·150 attendees
·6 meeting rooms

The Vaults is a unique & multipurpose venue featuring a nightclub, meeting & function facilities, restaurant and four bars. Located in the heart of Dublin’s City Centre in the IFSC, the venue is within walking distance of The Convention Centre Dublin, The O2 & Croke Park. The Vaults nightclub houses one of the best sound systems in Dublin and regularly features the best homegrown & international djs. The restaurant offers great deals at lunch time, whilst the early bird menu is a convenient option for guests wanting to eat out before heading to a concert. The variety of unique function rooms mean The Vaults is also a great option for shared Christmas parties, corporate events, meetings and birthday parties. Consisting of 10 interlinked vaults under Connolly Station, this venue is renowned for its old world charm coupled with state of the art facilities and is simply unbeatable for atmosphere, style and flexibility.

Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle Conference Centre, Dublin Castle, Dublin 2, Ireland., Dublin 2

Unusual
·330 attendees
·7 meeting rooms

Since its establishment in AD 1204, Dublin Castle has played a prominent role in Ireland's history. Now, this prestigious city centre site has been equipped with stateof-the-art conference and dining facilities in five independent locations, which offer you the opportunity to stage a truly memorable event. Few conference centres anywhere in the world can claim a location so steeped in history as that of Dublin Castle Conference Centre.

KOBA

135 Western Road, Brighton, Sussex, United Kingdom, BN1 2LA

Unusual
·130 attendees
·4 meeting rooms

KOBA Private Members Club in Brighton is an exclusive meeting place for like minded people. A gorgeous Club by night & an exceptional venue by day, it makes a sumptuous alternative for private parties, launches, business meetings, wedding receptions & celebrations. Innovative cocktails, exquisite food, attentive & talented staff, world music & stunning surroundings, KOBA combines the spirit of Brighton & Hove with the sophistication of the capital … Private Hire..... By day an alternative & stimulating meeting venue. By night – opportunities for private parties & events. - Meeting space for up to 70 people. - Break-out areas for brainstorming. - Natural daylight & air-conditioning. - Reception space for up to 130 revellers. - A flexible team to meet your every need. KOBA … more than just a Club The club also offers an outside Terrace providing a breath of fresh air during those intensive meetings or presentations.

The Royal Pavilion Brighton

4/5 Pavilion Buildings Brighton BN1 1EE, BN1 1EE

Unusual
·200 attendees
·5 meeting rooms

The Royal Pavilion is a unique venue for corporate and private entertaining. The magnificent state rooms provide a spectacular setting for evening dinners and receptions, while a number of charming rooms are available for both day and evening receptions and meetings.