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    Sheepdrove Eco Conference Centre

    Sheepdrove Eco Conference Centre

    The Kindersley Centre, Lambourn near Reading, Berkshire, RG17 7UU
    • Unusual
    • ·200 attendees
    • ·5 meeting rooms

    Looking for a natural high? Sustainable, organic and environmentally sound, The Sheepdrove Eco Conference Centre combines exceptional surroundings with the most advanced technology and attentive service to make your event a complete success. Set at the heart of award-winning Sheepdrove Organic Farm, The Sheepdrove Eco Conference Centre is housed within a beautiful, eco-friendly building, surrounded by fields and woodlands, with spectacular views across rolling downland. The Sheepdrove Eco Conference Centre is a purpose-built conference environment, with state-of-the-art presentation equipment and business facilities for training days, meetings or events. There are a wide range of meeting spaces and adaptable seating areas for between 9 and 200 people. Advanced audio-visual and communication equipment offers inter-linking of all areas, while additional rooms are available for breakouts, administration offices and exhibition spaces.

    Witney Lakes Resort
    Cabaret
    Classroom

    Witney Lakes Resort

    Downs Rd, Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, OX29 0SY
    • Unusual
    • ·200 attendees
    • ·1 meeting room

    Witney Lakes Resort Health Club, Beauty Spa, Golf Course, Restaurant, Conferencing and Function Venue all set within an attractive lakeside setting. Located on the edge of the market town, Witney, we are just 12 miles from the centre of Oxford and 7 miles from Burford, the gateway to the Cotswolds. We also provide a central business location within the Thames Valley M40 corridor. Witney Lakes Resort provides the perfect getaway for those who want to relax and unwind. You will feel warmley welcomed by our discrete yet attentive staff whatever the purpose of your visit be it exercise, fitness, conferencing events, team building or just to indulge in our beauty spa or dine in our Les Routiers recommended Restaurant. We look forward to welcoming you to Witney Lakes Resort and we are confident that whatever the purpose of your visit you will be impressed with the quality of our facilities and services. The Business and Conference Centre is purpose designed with a choice of 7 business suites. Accommodating from 2 to 200 conference delegates for training seminars, conferences, corporate hospitality, events, team building, corporate golf and private functions. We offer a standard eight hour rate for ten delegates or more or room hire only for conference use. For that special corporate day we are flexible and can develop a tailor made package with additional extras.

    St Catherine College Oxford

    St Catherine College Oxford

    Manor Road, Oxford, OX1 3UJ, United Kingdom, OX1 3UJ
    • Academic
    • ·Conference centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·230 bedrooms
    • ·18 meeting rooms

    St Catherine’s College is the largest college within Oxford University and teaches both undergraduate and graduate students. Although one of the youngest Oxford Colleges, we can trace our roots back to 1868, when a ‘Delegacy for Non-Collegiate Students’ was formed. This Delegacy enabled students to gain an Oxford education without the prohibitive costs of college membership. This founding ethos of inclusion is still evident today, and the College has an open, friendly and diverse community amongst its Students, Fellows and Alumni. Our modern college, affectionately known as St Catz, was founded in 1962 by our Founding Master, Lord Alan Bullock. Designed by Danish architect, Arne Jacobsen, our Grade I listing buildings were the first to be granted such status in the post-war era. Jacobsen’s plans for the college did not include a chapel, defining us as a secular college and setting us apart from other Oxford colleges, most of which have a religious foundation. Whilst treasuring the traditional values of Oxford college life, we are committed to evolving with today’s society, which is reflected in our College motto ‘Nova et Vetera’: the new and the old.

    Wadham College

    Wadham College

    Wadham College Parks Road Oxford, OX1 3PN
    • Unusual
    • ·194 attendees
    • ·13 meeting rooms

    The College has a range of original but carefully updated buildings as well as more modern, recently constructed facilities. Wadham has beautiful gardens, one of the largest halls in Oxford and comfortable living accommodation. The additional Bowra Building has 85 rooms, a theatre, large lecture room, squash court, cafeteria and bar. The Conference and Events Office is available to help you from your initial enquiry through to the completion of a successful and enjoyable event at Wadham College. Whether you require a dinner, day meeting, full board, or are a summer school, we hope to make the organisation as simple as possible so that you, as organiser, can be assured that your delegates/guests will have a pleasant stay in memorable surroundings. Wadham College is interested in education in the widest sense, including that of people in Commerce and Industry. We hope that the following information will help you in deciding to hold your conference or special event at Wadham College.

    The Queens College University of Oxford
    Meeting Room
    Meeting Room

    The Queens College University of Oxford

    High Street Oxford, OX1 4AW
    • Academic
    • ·Conference centre
    • ·Training centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·200 attendees
    • ·8 meeting rooms

    The Queen’s College is one of Oxford’s oldest and most central colleges, located on the High Street in the city centre. Affectionately known as “Queen’s”, the college was founded in 1341 by Robert de Eglesfield and named after Queen Philippa of Hainault, the wife of King Edward III. Among the beautiful architecture of Queen’s College are buildings designed by Christopher Wren and Nicholas Hawksmoor. The architectural historian Nikolaus Pevsner famously described the Front Quad of Queen’s as “the grandest piece of classical architecture in Oxford”, an accolade that it clearly deserves. Owing to its central location, Oxford Royale Academy students staying in Queen’s will have easy access to Oxford’s many attractions and amenities. Among Queen’s many impressive and notable alumni are Henry V, the English king best known for his victory at the Battle of Agincourt, the former Prime Minister of Australia Tony Abbott, the theologian John Wycliffe, actor and comedian Rowan Atkinson and Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web.

    Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
    Worton Hall at Worton Park

    Worton Hall at Worton Park

    Worton Hall Worton Park Cassington Witney Oxfordshire, OX29 4SU
    • Green venue
    • ·Unusual
    • ·250 attendees
    • ·12 bedrooms
    • ·4 meeting rooms

    With meeting spaces suitable from 5-250 delegates, Worton Hall is the ideal place to host your event. Whether you are looking for a board meeting, team building, away day, conference, awards ceremony or anything in-between; we will have a space to suit your needs Main Hall Perfect for larger conferences, the Main Hall can accommodate a multitude of layouts. Flooded with natural daylight and with adjustable air conditioning the Main Hall creates a light and enjoyable environment for your delegates. From product launches, team building away days, theatre style presentations and more, the Main Hall suits all types of corporate functions Hayloft Gallery Located on the mezzanine level within Worton Hall, The Hayloft Gallery is a perfect plenary room for medium sized meetings. Overlooking our Main Hall space, this room is also available as a syndicate for larger conferences Farmhouse Boardroom Located within our Grade II listed Farmhouse property, our small meeting room Farmhouse Boardroom is a little gem. Hire of this space includes access to a private outdoor terrace and lawned garden. And if you're planning a team retreat or away day, the whole property with its 10 bedrooms can be rented for your private use The Boardroom is perfect for more relaxed, informal meetings from 2-22 delegates. Offering self-service unlimited tea and coffee during your meeting time What to Expect Flexible options and meeting spaces available, daytime and evening Complimentary onsite parking and high speed WIFI provided Heating & air conditioning available within the venue Refreshments and catering options can be arranged Projector, screen, microphone, lectern, staging and flipcharts included upon request All furniture and linen included Convenient location to Oxford city and local transport links 300 + bedrooms no more than 10 minutes away in hotels close by

    Notley Abbey
    Bedroom

    Notley Abbey

    Notley Abbey Aylesbury Road Haddenham Aylesbury Buckinghamshire, HP17 8TN
    • Unusual
    • ·300 attendees
    • ·8 bedrooms
    • ·5 meeting rooms

    Notley Abbey is set in 69 acres of tranquil Buckinghamshire countryside on the banks of the river Thames. The restored monastic building – once home to Sir Laurence Olivier & Vivien Leigh – combines an original facade with a stylish modern interior & is available on an exclusive-hire basis. Dating back to the 12th century, the Monk’s Refectory can accommodate up to 250 for a theatre-style conference or 160 for dinner, while the 16th-century Abbots Hall can hold up to 90 for meetings. Three further rooms are available for breakout activities, drinks receptions or intimate dining. There are also nine double bedrooms, as well as good quality accommodation for larger groups within 10 minutes drive of Notley Abbey. The grounds are a combination of beautiful manicured lawns, tennis courts & fields offer ample opportunity for on-site teambuilding activities and the options for both corporate and private events are vast both inside and outside. Available on an exclusive-use basis, a personalised event management service is available from RioEvents.

    A Day In The Country Banbury
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    A Day In The Country Banbury

    Upper Aynho Grounds, Aynho, Banbury, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, OX17 3AY
    • Country house
    • ·Training centre
    • ·Unusual
    • ·150 attendees
    • ·2 meeting rooms

    The Great Barn is a private, exclusive use venue which is ideally suited for all types of events from conferences, meetings, evening parties, product launches and corporate entertainment, leaving your guests to relax and enjoy the event with no interruptions. Our meeting spaces can hold up 175 people standing and 120 seated, through to more intimate spaces for up to 20. With exclusive use of the venue, its 3 Cottages and grounds and stunning views, The Great Barn is ideally placed to delivering any event. Our outstanding catering options, all prepared by our onsite catering team add a wow factor to any event making your guests come back for more. Depending on your requirements, the catering could range from 5 course fine dining, through to more relaxed barbeques, pizzas, and street food. Our highly experienced bar team also build creative drink ideas to enhance the atmosphere. Our experienced team will guide you through the event, and you can relax in the knowledge that they will take care of everything on the day. There are 3 Cottages with bedrooms which have recently been renovated and will be available for a selection of your guests.

    Fox Country Inn
    Luxters Ltd Henley on Thames
    Restaurant

    Luxters Ltd Henley on Thames

    Old Luxters Barn, Hambleden, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, RG9 6JW
    • Unusual
    • ·150 attendees
    • ·1 meeting room

    In a unique location, within the award winning Chiltern Valley Vineyard, Old Luxters Barn is a unique setting for any corporate event, at any time of year. Our Grade II listed 17th century barn has been sympathetically converted, capturing a bygone age, with all modern conveniences discreetly to hand. Our beautiful barn can seat 100 delegates comfortably, however it can also be personalised to make a more intimate setting for smaller groups. So, whether you want a small meeting, a team building exercise or a large party, we can provide you with everything you need to ensure your event goes smoothly from start to finish. Our venue offers a reception hall, bar area, raised gallery with DJ console and a lovely secluded garden, which is ideal for a marquee if required, making Old Luxters Barn perfect for any event. Why Old Luxters Barn?  The venue is exclusively yours for the whole day  We offer a friendly and flexible service, tailored to your own style and budget  Our committed team have successfully managed over 2,000 events  Our in-house caterers produce exceptional, locally sourced seasonal menus  The table layout is flexible and you are welcome to decorate the barn as you like  There is an excellent choice of local accommodation to suit all budgets  There is ample on-site parking

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    Oxford Gun Company

    Oxford Gun Company

    Oxford Road Oakley Buckinghamshire, HP18 9RG
    • Unusual

    Our 18th Century "Old Barn" is an ideal location for conferences, seminars and training days. Being conveniently situated with access froo the M40 with London and Birmingham just one hour away. We are set in a very peacefull rural location, surrounded by the Chilterns. Refreshements are supplied throughout the day, and lunch can be from simple sandwiches or a buffet, to a full sit down meal with seating from 10 to 100 people. We have plenty of display space to meet whatever needs you may have. The venue can be hired for your exclusive use, from the whole day or more, and accommodation can be booked nearby. With original oak beams and windows on 3 sides for complete natural lighting, the Old Barn creates a relaxed working environment with ample parking and no disturbance. A log fire as a centre of attraction creates an inviting environment to work in throughout the year - you'll definitely warm the hearts of your clients!

    Didcot Railway Centre

    Didcot Railway Centre

    Station Road Didcot Oxfordshire, OX11 7NJ
    • Unusual

    We are happy to work with you to offer something different just for you! Company Conferences Hire the luxury 1930 super saloon carriages, originally used on ocean liner special trains, or special saloon car 9002, for your meeting or private function for up to 60 people. Our Refreshment Room can be used for larger groups. Company Corporate Day Why not hire the Railway Centre for the day for your company. Steam an engine for footplate rides, including a behind the scenes guided tour giving an opportunity to see the many restoration projects that are underway. Business Breakfast An early morning start with 5 course traditional English breakfast amid the nostalgia of the 1930s served in our Refreshment Room, followed by a guest speaker or tour of the Railway Centre.

    The Tythe Barn
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    Beale Centre
    West Wycombe Corporate Entertainment
    Leander Club

    Leander Club

    Henley-on-Thames, RG9 2LP
    • Unusual

    Leander Club's quiet and comfortable atmosphere, excellent meeting facilities and convenient location make it an imaginative and discrete venue for a variety of business meetings, especially Board meetings, small conferences and away-days. Our Day Delegate rate includes hire of well-appointed and equipped meeting rooms, as well as flip charts, a data projector and free wireless Internet access. Morning and afternoon refreshments are included, together with a choice of light finger buffet, fork buffet or two-course set lunch. We have extensive private car parking adjacent to the club. Our Residential Delegate rate additionally includes a three-course evening meal, single occupancy of one of our individually designed and elegantly furnished en-suite bedrooms and a full English breakfast or early morning continental breakfast tray. As part of your conference or seminar, either to reinforce business objectives or simply as an enjoyable way to finish, why not consider using our own team-building programmes, run in conjunction with our world-class athletes?