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Bradford City Centre offers a unique selection of quirky conference venues, perfect for organisations seeking a distinctive setting for their corporate events. These venues blend Bradford's rich heritage with modern amenities, providing an inspiring backdrop that fosters creativity and engagement. Consider the ambiance, technological needs, and accessibility when choosing the ideal space for a memorable conference experience.

Bradford City Centre's history is a vibrant backdrop for events. The iconic Alhambra Theatre, hosting top-notch performances since 1914, adds a touch of entertainment history. Plus, the city's role in the filming of "Peaky Blinders" brings a modern pop culture twist.

HISTORY

Getting to Bradford City Centre is a breeze. The train station offers direct links to major UK cities, while Leeds Bradford Airport provides easy access for international guests. Plus, fans of "Peaky Blinders" will love exploring the city's filming locations.

TRANSPORT

Discover the vibrant Alhambra Theatre, hosting top-notch performances since 1914, adding a touch of entertainment history. Explore "Peaky Blinders" filming locations, immersing yourself in the modern pop culture twist of Bradford City Centre.

THINGS TO SEE AND DO

Bradford City Centre, located in West Yorkshire, is a captivating destination for hosting events with a touch of history. This vibrant city boasts a rich industrial heritage, making it an intriguing choice for those seeking a unique backdrop. 

One notable venue in Bradford City Centre is the historic Bradford City Hall. Built in the early 20th century, this stunning Grade I listed building showcases exquisite Edwardian architecture. Its grandeur and elegance provide a memorable setting for conferences, seminars, and corporate gatherings.

For those interested in the city's textile heritage, the National Science and Media Museum is a must-visit. This renowned institution offers versatile event spaces, including a state-of-the-art cinema and a gallery dedicated to the history of photography. It's an ideal choice for hosting exhibitions, product launches, or film screenings.

Bradford City Centre also offers a range of dining options to suit every taste. The award-winning Prashad restaurant, known for its delectable vegetarian Indian cuisine, is a local gem that can cater to private events. Additionally, the city is home to a variety of international eateries, ensuring a diverse culinary experience for event attendees.

When it comes to accessibility, Bradford City Centre is well-connected. The city's train station provides direct links to major UK cities, making it convenient for both domestic and international guests. Furthermore, the nearby Leeds Bradford Airport offers easy access for those traveling from afar.

In summary, Bradford City Centre offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and unique event venues. With its iconic City Hall, fascinating museums, and diverse dining options, this West Yorkshire gem is an ideal choice for hosting memorable events with a touch of heritage.

Bradford City Centre

Easily accessible by road, Bradford is served by the M62 and A650, ensuring swift travel for delegates. Frequent bus services link venues with key points around the city.

Bradford's rich textile past, epitomized by the iconic Lister's Mill, once the world's largest silk factory, offers a historical narrative for events. The city also birthed the Brontë literary legacy, inspiring cultural gatherings.

Bradford's dynamic business landscape boasts the pioneering Broadway shopping centre, ideal for corporate retail events, and the esteemed Kala Sangam arts centre, attracting creative industry conferences.

BUSINESS

Bradford offers a unique setting for hosting events, with a blend of historical architecture and modern facilities. The city is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire Village, where the grandeur of Victorian-era design can serve as a stunning backdrop for any gathering. For a more contemporary venue, the National Science and Media Museum provides interactive spaces that can engage and entertain attendees.

Transport links in Bradford are robust, with Leeds Bradford Airport nearby, offering easy access for international guests. The city is also well-connected by train, with Bradford Interchange and Bradford Forster Square stations providing direct routes to major cities across the country.

Event planners can take advantage of the Alhambra Theatre, a notable landmark with a capacity for large audiences, ideal for conferences or performances. Additionally, the University of Bradford offers state-of-the-art conference facilities within a campus setting, suitable for educational or corporate events.

For those looking for a unique experience, the Bradford Industrial Museum showcases the city's industrial heritage and can host special events amidst historical machinery and exhibits. With a range of hotels and restaurants catering to various tastes and budgets, Bradford ensures that event attendees have comfortable accommodations and enjoyable dining options.

In summary, Bradford presents a blend of historical charm and modern amenities, making it a practical and appealing choice for event organizers seeking a distinctive location with convenient transport options.

Bradford

Discover quirky conference venues in Bradford City Centre for a unique corporate event that stands out. Ideal for innovative and engaging gatherings.

Quirky Conference Venues in Bradford

Quirky Conference Venues

Grade II listed Law Society venue with 100-capacity classroom setup, high-tech AV included, breakout rooms, near Chancery Lane station, from £1,800 per day.

The Council Chamber offers audio visual facilities to rival any London venue. With its tiered ergonomic seating, each with access to power and data, this third-floor space is ideal for training sessions, screenings and video conferences. 
A breakout room located adjacent to the Council Chamber is also provided when hiring this room. 

Council Chamber at 113 Chancery Lane, spacious meeting room for conferences and workshops.

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Classroom

Business

The Council Chamber

London

113 Chancery Lane 

113 Chancery Lane - The Council Chamber

250-capacity white-walled Great Hall with high ceilings, integrated AV and Steinway grand piano. Blank canvas space from £33 per person daily.

The Great Hall is our largest and most flexible space. This white-walled blank canvas with high ceilings, natural daylight (blackout optional), fully integrated AV and high speed internet is suitable for all corporate and private functions, from conferences, seminars, live streamed presentation and IT training to fashion shows, product launches or a glamorous wedding reception, cocktail party or Bar Mitzvah. The ceiling trusses can accommodate additional lighting or a rig for aerial performance.

Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre, elegantly set for weddings and formal gatherings.

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Great Hall fashion presentation with models on sculptural platforms, showcasing creativity.

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Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre, elegant decor for upscale networking events.

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Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre, vibrant networking event with modern art.

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Great Hall at The Hellenic Centre set for a tasting event with inviting wooden decor.

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Reception

Events

Great Hall

The Hellenic Centre

Historic Manchester venue with 180-capacity theatre-style Elliot Suite, natural daylight, period features, unlimited refreshments. From £2,900 full-day hire for 50 delega

The Elliot Suite holds up to 220 delegates in theater style, making it an ideal venue for conferences, seminars, and corporate events. Located within the historic Chamber Space at Elliot House, this versatile suite combines modern amenities with authentic Manchester character. Equipped with multiple screens, high-quality speakers, and abundant natural light, the Elliot Suite ensures a productive atmosphere. Attendees can enjoy communal breakout spaces for networking and relaxation, while our dedicated team provides tailored catering options to suit your event's needs. With period features and contemporary furnishings, the Elliot Suite offers a unique backdrop for any business occasion. Unlimited tea and coffee are included with room hire, ensuring your delegates stay refreshed throughout the day. Experience a seamless blend of tradition and modernity at the Elliot Suite, where your event vision becomes a reality.

Modern meeting space with flexible seating, ideal for workshops and corporate events.

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Elliot Suite: modern event space with modular seating for meetings and gatherings.

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Elliot Suite meeting space with round tables, ideal for workshops and corporate events.

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Modern meeting space with round tables, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Elliot Suite meeting space with round tables and modern AV for collaboration events.

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Theatre

Elliot Suite

Manchester

Chamber Space

Historic football stadium conference space with private bar, up to 250 theatre-style, air-conditioned with natural daylight, from £650 daily venue hire.

Your wedding reception is a key part to your special day, where friends and family all come together to enjoy food, company and drinks. The sophisticated Stanley Stephenson Lounge is the perfect space to celebrate, with the ability to seat up to 180 people. The beautiful private bar creates the perfect place for guests to enjoy drinks, and ask us about adding in a dance floor, or hiring a DJ to make sure your day is perfect. With a variety of wedding menu's and drinks packages to choose from, you are able to tailor your day exactly how you want.

Stanley Stephenson Lounge event table with wine, glassware, and festive decor at Selhurst Park.

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Elegant banquet table setup in Stanley Stephenson Lounge, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Chilled champagne in ice at Stanley Stephenson Lounge, Crystal Palace event celebration.

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Elegant banquet table setup in Stanley Stephenson Lounge, Selhurst Park for formal events.

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"Elegant catering at Stanley Stephenson Lounge, Selhurst Park for events and gatherings."

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Weddings

Stanley Stephenson Lounge

Selhurst Park Stadium, Crystal Palace Football Club

Selhurst Park Stadium - Stanley Stephenson

30-capacity boardroom in London's medical quarter with LCD screen, natural light, and flexible layouts. From £900 daily for exclusive hire, ideal for intimate corporate m

The Marcus Beck Library is one of the many heritage treasures found at 1 Wimple Street. This private meeting room dates back to 1912 and has a large library of rare medical books lining the walls. The room seats up to 30 people in a unique horse-shoe formation and features impressive oak parquet flooring,  a marble fireplace and air conditioning. Due to its historic heritage, this room sets itself apart, making it the perfect location for formal board meetings, corporate dinners, and both online and hybrid presentations, training and team building. 

Marcus Beck Library conference room with oval table, ideal for executive meetings.

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U-shaped conference room at Marcus Beck Library with modern AV equipment for hybrid meetings.

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Marcus Beck Library meeting room with circular table, ideal for professional gatherings.

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Marcus Beck Library meeting room with circular table, ideal for executive meetings and planning.

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U-Shaped

Marcus Beck Library 

1 Wimpole Street

Marcus Beck Library

Georgian landmark's ornate Burton room seats 140 theatre-style for quirky conferences, 5 minutes from Piccadilly Circus, from £72 per delegate including catering.

Majestic yet welcoming, this classic Georgian room is one our most sought after for daytime events and combines perfectly with the adjacent Trafalgar 1 & 2 as  breakout or catering rooms. Burton is a fantastic option for conferences, exhibitions, AGMS, seminars and networking events. The classically striking room offers a blank canvas for any corporate use.

Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for corporate events and conferences.

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Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Sophisticated event space at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for networking and elegant gatherings.

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Grand staircase at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, ideal for elegant receptions and ceremonies.

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Elegant meeting room at Burton, 116 Pall Mall, set for corporate presentations.

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Burton

116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall - Burton

Historic City venue with Venetian-inspired Members Room, up to 50 theatre-style, ideal for quirky conferences, from £1,800 per day based on recent quotes.

The meeting rooms at One Moorgate Place offer versatile options for all types of business events. With eight rooms available, we can accommodate everything from one-on-one meetings to large-scale gatherings. Some rooms can be combined to host up to 50 guests, perfect for seminars, team-building sessions, or market research. 

Each room is equipped with cutting-edge technology, including Wi-Fi, video conferencing, satellite TV, and presentation screens, ensuring a seamless experience. Catering is also available in all rooms.

Modern conference room at One Moorgate Place with ergonomic chairs and elegant lighting.

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Modern meeting room at One Moorgate Place with sleek furniture for professional events.

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Modern meeting room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for corporate events and workshops.

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Modern conference room at One Moorgate Place, ideal for professional meetings and presentations.

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Meeting room at One Moorgate Place with modern seating and elegant lighting for professional events.

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Meeting rooms

One Moorgate Place

Tech City conference space for 90 theatre-style, ideal for quirky corporate events. Two ceiling projectors, flexible layouts, direct ESCape breakout access. From £15,000 

Shift is a mid sized space, ideal for private meetings, product launches, planning sessions, breakouts, lounge space at a conference, training, presentations and workshops. 

This room is only available as part of a Full Venue Hire.

Versatile meeting space at CodeNode with modern seating for workshops and presentations.

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Versatile meeting room at CodeNode for workshops and training sessions with projector.

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Versatile meeting space at CodeNode with flexible seating for workshops and presentations.

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Shift

CodeNode

CodeNode Shift

Artist-designed meeting rooms with Battersea Power Station views, up to 250 reception capacity, from £65 day delegate rate for creative conferences.

Creative Room 1-3 based on the lower ground floor of art'otel London Battersea, and can be used with the private breakout space outside to creative the perfect creative space for your next event. 

The quirky cool space with unique art work lends itself perfectly to meetings, conferences, board meetings, workshops and training. 

Creative Room 1-3 at art'otel London, U-shaped table, ideal for meetings and brainstorming.

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Stylish meeting room with long table, pink walls, ideal for events and brainstorming.

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Event space in art'otel London with round tables, ideal for meetings and networking.

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Elegant event space with round tables in art'otel London Battersea Power Station.

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Stylish event space with round tables and pink walls at art'otel London Battersea.

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Creative Room 1-3

art'otel London Battersea Power Station

Hybrid-enabled business school venue accommodating 30-300 guests, 4 minutes from Bank station. Comprehensive AV, 1Gbps WiFi, from £1,200 per day for exclusive hire.

Our Collaboration Forum offers a free-flowing space for attendees to meet and socialize over snacks or drinks, making it an ideal venue for networking events, informal gatherings, and collaborative discussions. With a maximum capacity of 150 standing, this versatile area is perfect for fostering connections in a relaxed atmosphere. Located within the prestigious London Conference Centre, our Forum benefits from state-of-the-art hybrid functionality, ensuring seamless integration for both in-person and virtual attendees. Spanning three floors, the Centre features a variety of adaptable spaces, including the Grand Hall and multiple conference rooms, all equipped with cutting-edge AV technology. Conveniently situated near four tube stations, the London Conference Centre is easily accessible, making it the perfect choice for your next event. Elevate your gatherings in our Collaboration Forum, where innovation meets interaction.

Collaboration Forum in London: flexible event space with natural light for corporate workshops.

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Collaboration Forum in London: versatile event space with modular seating for conferences.

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Collaboration Forum

London Conference Centre

Historic museum venue with 360° digital ellipse, up to 300 theatre-style, 5 mins from Barbican station, from £7,500 for exclusive hire including AV tech.

A show stopping space for your conference, our London Ellipse Hall can be branded to your bespoke specifications. The LED display can welcome your guests, thank your sponsors, and offer a truly unique opportunity to enhance your corporate profile.

With our Entrance Hall as a registration, catering, or workshop space, the London Ellipse Hall is yours to utilise to the highest extent.

Our dedicated AV team can provide all day support and run everything from presentations, hybrid, awards ceremonies, and across work conferencing. 

London Ellipse Hall event space with round tables for meetings and workshops.

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Networking event at London Ellipse Hall with round tables for collaboration.

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London Ellipse Hall event with speaker addressing engaged audience in modern corporate setting.

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London Ellipse Hall event setup with carwow 2024 branding and Olympic rings for a launch.

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Modern London Ellipse Hall event space with elegant floral arrangements for networking.

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London Ellipse Hall

London Museum Spaces

Grade II listed stately home in 700-acre Roundhay Park, ideal for quirky conferences. Up to 220 reception capacity with AV facilities from £200/hour.

All the rooms in the Mansion are available for bespoke events, making it the perfect venue for any occasion. Nestled within the stunning Roundhay Park, this Grade II listed stately home offers a unique blend of elegance and versatility. With 700 acres of picturesque grounds, lakes, and woodlands, your event will be surrounded by natural beauty. The Mansion provides exceptional catering and alcohol services, ensuring a memorable experience for your guests. Equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual facilities, private dining options, and a dedicated conference room, it caters to both corporate and private events. Whether you're planning a wedding, brand activation, or a celebratory party, The Mansion is the ideal setting for unforgettable moments. Enjoy seamless connectivity with complimentary Wi-Fi and a professional PA system, ensuring your event runs smoothly. Choose The Mansion for your next event and create lasting memories in a truly magnificent venue.

Elegant banquet table with fine china in The Mansion for formal events and celebrations.

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Elegant dining setup with centerpieces for upscale events at The Mansion.

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Elegant venue with strategic lighting, perfect for upscale receptions and gala dinners.

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Elegant catering display with floral centerpieces for events and meetings at The Mansion.

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Elegant catering presentation with vibrant appetizers at The Mansion event venue.

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Full Venue and rooms 

Leeds

The Mansion

220-capacity art deco conference hall in Bloomsbury, ideal for quirky corporate events. Theatre-style seating, built-in AV, from £70pp day delegate rate including caterin

As one of London's largest flat floor spaces, MacMillan Hall is perfectly suited to banquets, private dining, gala dinners, and more. 

The space has a capacity of 130 for dining events. It is fully equipped for programmable lighting, full network access, and a new energy-efficient heating system. 

With the adjacent Beveridge Hall and Crush Hall, you have an inspiring and integrated venue complete for pre-drinks or a reception. 

Elegant dinner event at MacMillan Hall, University of London, with floral centerpieces.

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Catering setup at MacMillan Hall, University of London for elegant events and celebrations.