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East Riding of Yorkshire offers a unique selection of quirky conference venues that inspire creativity and break away from the conventional. These spaces are perfect for organisations looking to foster innovative thinking and engagement in a setting that's anything but ordinary. Consider the ambiance, technological capabilities, and flexible layouts when choosing your ideal venue to ensure a memorable and productive event.

Indulge in Hull's vibrant gastro scene with bespoke catering options, featuring artisanal gin from Humber Street Distillery and locally-sourced Yorkshire puddings, perfect for adding authentic flair to any event's menu.

FOOD & DRINKS

Experience East Riding's nightlife with live music at The Polar Bear on Spring Bank, or dance the night away at ATIK in Hull, a hotspot for DJ events and themed nights.

NIGHTLIFE

Travel with ease to your East Riding event via Humberside Airport or by train to Hull's Paragon Interchange. Local buses serve venues, while the iconic Humber Bridge streamlines access from the north.

TRANSPORT

East Riding of Yorkshire offers a unique backdrop for events, blending historic charm with modern facilities. The region is home to Beverley, a market town with a notable landmark, Beverley Minster, providing a stunning setting for both corporate and private gatherings. The town's racecourse is another popular venue, offering expansive outdoor space and well-equipped indoor facilities for a range of events.

For food and drink enthusiasts, East Riding of Yorkshire boasts a strong agricultural heritage, with local produce taking center stage. The area is known for its quality meats and cheeses, which can be sourced for events to give guests a true taste of the region. The Wold Top Brewery, located on the Yorkshire Wolds, is an example of local enterprise, producing award-winning ales that can add a unique touch to any event's beverage selection.

Coastal venues in towns like Bridlington provide a refreshing sea breeze for summer events, with fresh seafood readily available to cater to any occasion. The Spa Bridlington, overlooking the beaches, offers a versatile space for conferences, exhibitions, and banquets.

Accessibility is a key feature, with major roads like the M62 and the A1079 connecting East Riding to the rest of the UK, making it convenient for attendees traveling from near or far. With a mix of rural beauty, historical sites, and contemporary amenities, East Riding of Yorkshire stands out as a thoughtful choice for event planners seeking a distinctive location.

East Riding of Yorkshire

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

LANDMARKS

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

United Kingdom

Discover unique and quirky conference venues in East Riding of Yorkshire, ideal for fostering innovation and engagement at your next corporate event.

Quirky Conference Venues in East Riding of Yorkshire

Quirky Conference Venues

A versatile event space in a world-class arena, ideal for conferences, exhibitions, and seminars.

Discover this exclusive space within our arena for your upcoming events. Ideal for conferences, exhibitions, seminars or team building. 

Recommended to use with the Black and White lounge for multiple sessions or break out spaces, keeping the uniqueness of the venue. 

"First Direct Arena Leeds event space with speaker, screens, and engaged audience."

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"First Direct Arena Leeds event space with sleek stage and professional lighting for conferences."

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Spacious First Direct Arena Leeds with colorful foam blocks for interactive events.

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Level 1 Concourse at First Direct Arena Leeds, ready for a keynote presentation event.

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Level 1 Concourse at First Direct Arena Leeds with red chairs for conferences and meetings.

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Reception

Business

Level 1 Concourse 

Leeds

First Direct Arena Leeds

A luxurious cinema screen for events, featuring recliner seating and modern amenities.

SCREEN 5 at ODEON LUXE Leeds Thorpe Park is an ideal venue for a variety of events, including meetings, presentations, and seminars. With a capacity of 66, it provides a comfortable and luxurious setting for attendees to engage and collaborate. The space is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a seamless experience for event organizers. Whether you're planning a corporate meeting or a special presentation, SCREEN 5 offers a unique atmosphere that combines the latest technology with a stylish environment. Its cinema setting allows for a creative approach to events, making it suitable for film screenings, conferences, and more. The venue's design prioritizes comfort, allowing guests to relax and focus on the event at hand.

Modern cinema SCREEN 10 at ODEON LUXE Leeds for corporate events and film screenings.

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Modern auditorium with plush seating in ODEON LUXE Leeds for corporate events and film screenings.

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Odeon Luxe Leeds Thorpe Park auditorium with tiered seating for corporate events and screenings.

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Modern auditorium with tiered seating and large screen for conferences or film screenings.

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Odeon Luxe Leeds Thorpe Park cinema with plush seating for corporate events and screenings.

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Theatre

Events

SCREEN 10

ODEON LUXE Leeds Thorpe Park

A modern luxury cinema with 13 screens and reclining seats, ideal for events of any size.

ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford has 13 intimate screens catering for anywhere from 45 to 147 guests. Each luxurious screen is equipped with reclining seating, ensuring your attendees enjoy maximum comfort during presentations or screenings. Ideal for corporate events, meetings, and town halls, this venue combines state-of-the-art technology, including Dolby Cinema and RealD 3D, with branding opportunities to elevate your event. The light-filled foyer and accessible facilities enhance the experience, making it a perfect choice for any business gathering. With ample parking and wheelchair access, ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford is committed to providing an inclusive and memorable environment for all your corporate needs.

Modern plush recliners in ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford for private screenings and corporate events.

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Modern event space at ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford with sleek design, ideal for conferences.

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Sleek ticketing area with self-service kiosks at ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford for events.

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Modern ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford entrance with sleek escalators for corporate events.

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Modern ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford entrance with escalator, ideal for events and screenings.

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Screens

Bradford

ODEON Luxe Leeds Bradford

Our largest event space located on the ground floor is perfect for business events.

This room can hold up to 450 guests in theatre style and 330 in cabaret.

The room has lots of natural daylight and comes with a built in projector and screen, PA system and microphone.

Kingston Suite at MKM Stadium, elegant event space for conferences and meetings.

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Kingston Suite at MKM Stadium, spacious meeting venue with modern design for conferences.

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Kingston Suite at MKM Stadium, spacious venue for conferences and banquets.

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Kingston Suite at MKM Stadium, spacious conference room for events with projector.

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Kingston Suite

Other

MKM Stadium

1320 square metres of versatile floor space. The area can be used for an exhibition, conference or banqueting up to 600 guests. We have a full stage that can be altered to suit your event or removed completely, with the whole space can be connected to electricity. Retractable seating is available if required on this level. The main area is surrounded by a concourse with bars, toilets and disabled facilities.


Main Auditorium at Connexin Live, Hull - bustling trade show with vendor booths and networking.

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Engaged audience at Connexin Live auditorium during a professional conference.

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Main Auditorium at Connexin Live, Hull, set for a panel discussion event.

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Standing

MAIN AUDITORIUM

Connexin Live, Hull

Our five teaching rooms provide the perfect environment for focused learning, meetings and workshops. The rooms come with full AV and can seat between 20 to 36 people.

For larger events, these rooms offer great breakout spaces and are located close to our central lecture theatre and atrium.

Versatile teaching room with hexagonal tables for STEM workshops and collaboration.

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Versatile teaching room with natural light for STEM workshops and meetings.

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Versatile teaching room with U-shaped table for workshops at National STEM Learning Centre.

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Cabaret

Teaching room

York

National STEM Learning Centre

A versatile first-floor event space with a private bar, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

Impossible Wonderbar is located on the 1st floor and is the largest area of the venue, accommodating x100 seated and x170 standing.

The space lends itself to corporate events, whether this be meetings, conferences, work shops or networking and boasts private facilities and a private bar. 

The space is available to hire as a room or alongside various food and drinks packages. Both professional lighting sound equipment are available as well as a projector and screen which are located on the stage at the front of the space, making it perfect for formal presentations. 

Elegant event space with circular stage, ideal for meetings and gatherings in York.

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Elegant event space at Wonderbar, featuring natural light and versatile seating for gatherings.

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Wonderbar

Impossible York - Restaurant & Wonderbar

A versatile 30-capacity conference room with AV equipment and refreshments in a health-focused centre.

Our largest room is over 1000 square foot. 

We can currently host up to 30 people. Our tables and chairs can be arranged to suit your event (please see our pictures below)

We have a  projector and projector screen, flip chart stand and whiteboard available for use. 

Refreshments will be provided with the room hire.

Wifi or Ethernet connections available

Conference Room in North Yorkshire, ideal for corporate retreats and intimate gatherings.

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Conference room in North Yorkshire, set up for a workshop with natural light and collaboration.

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Conference room in North Yorkshire, modern layout for presentations and networking.

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Conference room with natural light, ideal for training sessions and workshops in North Yorkshire.

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Conference room refreshment station with coffee, tea, and chilled drinks for events.

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U-Shaped

Conference Room

North Yorkshire Centre for Whole Health

The Chairman's Suite was the original office of the Chair of the North Eastern Railway and accommodates up to 40 delegates. After board meetings he could retire the suite and dine alone, with close associates or those he was on to impress - and impress is what the room does very well.

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Chairman's Suite

The Grand, York

An all-purpose auditorium and boardroom with tech amenities, open 24/7 for hire in Pocklington.

Our Auditorium/ Boardroom each has a projector with easy connections to hook up your laptop. Our Auditorium also has a microphone installed to ensure you are heard from the back of the room. The building has quick and reliable WIFI free to use. We are open for use 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. 

Auditorium/Boardroom at Vcare24, featuring a projector screen for workshops and training.

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Auditorium meeting room with long table, ready for professional gatherings and presentations.

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Auditorium/Boardroom at Vcare24 with ergonomic chairs for workshops and training sessions.

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Boardroom

Auditorium/Boardroom

London

Vcare24

An elegant historic room for up to 100 guests, perfect for ceremonies, banquets, and meetings.

With seating available for 80, and standing room for 100, there is no end to the events that could be showcased in the State Room.

Take advantage of a single room hire, having an intimate civil ceremony and reception, using the caterers of your choice. Host a conference or workshop; we provide the flips charts, stationery, projectors, and refreshments. Or throw a decadent banquet, fit for the Lord Mayor, using a caterer of your choice.

Elegant State Room at York Mansion House with cherry blossom decor for upscale events.

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Elegant State Room at York Mansion House, ideal for upscale events and meetings.

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Elegant State Room in York Mansion House, perfect for corporate meetings and social events.

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Elegant State Room at York Mansion House, ideal for weddings and corporate events.