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East Sussex offers a unique selection of quirky conference venues that inspire creativity and break from the mundane. These spaces blend character with modern facilities, perfect for organisations seeking a distinctive setting for their next corporate event. Consider the ambiance, tech capabilities, and transport links when choosing your ideal venue.

Experience vibrant cultural events like the Eastbourne International Airshow or Glyndebourne Festival Opera, perfect for corporate hospitality and networking amidst East Sussex's rich artistic heritage.

CULTURE

Discover the Seven Sisters cliffs for breathtaking views, explore the historic Battle Abbey, the site of the 1066 Battle of Hastings, and visit Rye, a picturesque town with cobbled streets and medieval buildings.

TOURIST HOTSPOTS

Host your event with live music at Hailsham Pavilion or enjoy the thrill of horse racing at Brighton Racecourse, both offering unique atmospheres for memorable occasions.

ENTERTAINMENT

East Sussex offers a unique blend of coastal beauty, historic landmarks, and modern facilities, making it an ideal location for hosting events with a cultural twist. The county boasts the iconic White Cliffs of Beachy Head, providing a stunning backdrop for any gathering. In the heart of East Sussex lies the town of Lewes, home to the Lewes Castle & Museum, where event-goers can immerse themselves in over 1,000 years of history.

For those seeking a seaside venue, the coastal town of Brighton presents the Brighton Pavilion, an architectural marvel with a history as a royal residence and now serves as a distinctive setting for conferences and events. Nearby, the Brighton Dome offers a range of spaces including a concert hall, theatre, and studio, all within a cultural and historical context.

In addition, Eastbourne's Towner Art Gallery presents a modern venue that celebrates contemporary art, ideal for inspiring creativity and innovation at meetings or product launches. The De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-on-Sea merges art and architecture, providing a seafront setting that is both functional and visually appealing for events.

East Sussex also caters to those who appreciate the great outdoors, with Ashdown Forest, the inspiration for the Winnie-the-Pooh stories, offering a peaceful retreat for team-building activities or smaller, more intimate events.

With a range of venues that honor the past while embracing the future, East Sussex stands out as a county where history, art, and nature come together to create memorable event experiences.

East Sussex

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

TRANSPORT

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.

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 quirky conference venues in East Sussex that offer a unique backdrop for corporate events, fostering innovation and engagement.

Quirky Conference Venues in East Sussex

Quirky Conference Venues

A scenic outdoor garden in West Sussex, perfect for corporate events and summer celebrations.

The Outdoor Garden at Brookfield Barn is a picturesque space set in the beautiful West Sussex countryside, providing a unique backdrop for a variety of events. This versatile space is ideal for corporate events, team building activities, private parties and summer celebrations. The venue offers in-house catering and bespoke dining experiences, ensuring that every event is tailored to the specific needs of the organisers.

Outdoor garden venue at Brookfield Barn with lush greenery, ideal for events and retreats.

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Outdoor garden at Brookfield Barn with manicured landscaping for events and celebrations.

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Outdoor garden wedding ceremony with white chairs and lush greenery at Brookfield Barn.

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Outdoor garden venue at Brookfield Barn with lush greenery, ideal for weddings and events.

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Outdoor garden venue at Brookfield Barn with rustic charm for events and meetings.

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Events

Outdoor Garden

Horsham

Brookfield Barn

An elegant 16th-century venue with outdoor space, ideal for meetings, dining, and celebrations.

The Maiden's Tower  is an elegant 16th-century building adjacent to the castle on the Castle island. It is a glamourous self-contained venue with two event spaces perfect for daytime meetings and conferences, lunches, corporate events, private dining, corporate retreats and evening celebrations with overnight accommodation.

In fine weather, the French doors can be opened onto the garden, offering private outdoor space. The Tower can be used throughout the day and is separate from the day visitor route, with good disabled access to facilities on the ground floor with 5 ensuite bedrooms.


Maiden's Tower meeting room with round tables, ideal for workshops and conferences.

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Maiden's Tower at Leeds Castle, elegant outdoor venue for corporate events and gatherings.

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Maiden's Tower event space with elegant table settings for formal dinners and celebrations.

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Maiden's Tower event space with elegant wooden chairs, perfect for weddings and gatherings.

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Maiden's Tower at Leeds Castle, illuminated venue for receptions and events.

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Business

The Maiden's Tower - Tudor Hall & Long Gallery

Kent

Leeds Castle

Accommodating up to 900 delegates, The Empress Suite is the largest sea facing conference suite in Brighton, ideal for all number of events from exhibitions & seminars, to large scale dinners or spectacular themed functions.  The space can be partitioned into 4 separate meeting areas suitable for multiple events as part of the same conference. Clients can enjoy a private entrance, & foyer, dedicated banqueting kitchen & bathrooms, crush hall and street loading  The suite is well equipped with excellent lighting schemes and AV infrastructure which can be facilitated by our in house AV company.

Empress Suite banquet hall setup for formal events with elegant round tables.

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The Empress Suite

Brighton

The Grand Brighton

A versatile conference venue in a historic Grade II listed building, ideal for meetings and exhibitions.

Eastbourne's newest conference and exhibition venue, the Welcome Building, is conveniently positioned between the Congress Theatre and Winter Garden. This stunning facility is part of the Devonshire Quarter, renowned for its elegant Grade II listed architecture. The Welcome Building offers a versatile space ideal for business meetings, conferences, and exhibitions, accommodating a variety of events with ease. With integrated venues and state-of-the-art Wifi 6, your delegates will enjoy seamless connectivity and an inspiring atmosphere. The venue is fully accessible, ensuring everyone can participate in your event. Elevate your business gatherings in the heart of Eastbourne, where history meets modernity, and create memorable experiences for your attendees.

Modern Welcome Building in Devonshire Quarter, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Welcome Building in Devonshire Quarter, modern venue for outdoor events and conferences.

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Welcome Building

Devonshire Quarter

A modern, versatile space with natural light, ideal for conferences, receptions, and private events.

In contrast with the exotic tiling of the ornate entrance hallways, Brighton Dome Foyer Bar is bright, light and modern. By day, high ceilings allow plenty of natural daylight whilst LED lighting sets the perfect mood for an evening event. The Founders Room is fully equipped with a 60 inch plasma screen, full PA system and Wi-Fi, the room can also be divided into two separate rooms for added flexibility. The Foyer Bar and Founders Room provides the perfect hub for conference registration, breakout sessions, meetings and presentations, receptions, private dinners and exhibitions.

Brighton Dome Foyer Bar networking event with modern decor and vibrant atmosphere.

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Brighton Dome Foyer Bar: vibrant networking space with elegant drapery for events.

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Brighton Dome Foyer Bar with colorful lanterns, ideal for festive events and gatherings.

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Brighton Dome Foyer Bar and Founders Room

South East

Brighton Dome

First-floor room with balcony and scenic views, ideal for meetings and events in Sussex countryside.

First-floor room with balcony and extensive views over the lawn and grounds, the Balcombe Room at the South of England Event Centre is the ideal setting for your next business meeting or corporate event. Nestled in 150 acres of picturesque Sussex countryside, this versatile space accommodates up to 400 delegates theatre style, ensuring a distraction-free environment for productive discussions. Enjoy bespoke catering options tailored to your needs, while free WiFi keeps you connected. With easy access to major transport links, ample parking for 6,000 vehicles, and a dedicated event management team, the Balcombe Room is perfect for conferences, training sessions, and team-building activities. Elevate your business events in this flexible venue, surrounded by open green spaces that inspire creativity and collaboration.

Balcombe Room setup for a conference with chairs and podium in South of England Event Centre.

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Balcombe Room setup for a meeting with blue chairs and podium in South England.

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Balcombe Room at South of England Event Centre, spacious venue for networking events.

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Balcombe Room with red chairs, ideal for conferences and seminars in South England.

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Balcombe Room setup with blue chairs for a professional presentation event.

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Balcombe Room

South of England Event Centre

A grand, flexible ballroom in a rural mansion with natural light and garden views. Ideal for large events.

The principal state room of this very grand house, the Ballroom offerrs great flexibilty and wonderful space. It is flooded with natural daylight through five full length Georgian sash windows. Adjacent to the Coat of Arms room, it has wonderful breakout space, with its own galleried terrace and views over the beautiful gardens. The origional Ballroom is perfect for larger meetings being particularly suited to caberet configuarations.

Elegant ballroom at Buxted Park Hotel for corporate events with round tables and chandeliers.

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Elegant ballroom at Buxted Park Hotel, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant ballroom at Buxted Park Hotel, ideal for corporate events and receptions.

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Ballroom

Buxted Park Hotel

A versatile central hall for up to 150 delegates, ideal for conferences and training by the sea.

With our meeting spaces able to accommodate up to 150 delegates in our largest suite. As well as the main central hall, there are further three seminar rooms and smaller breakout spaces. The View Hotel is the ideal venue for residential training courses, seminars and conferences.

Central Hall at The View Hotel, Eastbourne - versatile meeting space with natural light.

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Modern meeting room in The View Hotel, Eastbourne with ergonomic seating for events.

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Central Hall at The View Hotel, Eastbourne: modern meeting room for conferences and workshops.

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Central Hall

London

The View Hotel, Eastbourne

A large, modern meeting room with natural light, private garden, and terrace in a luxury countryside hotel.

The Shelley Suite is the largest of our meeting rooms and is a purpose built room on the ground floor of the hotel.

Designed to cater for any event, the suite is equipped with modern technology in a comfortable environment. The Shelley suite has the ability to interconnect with The Wakehurst suite, both of which have plenty of nautral daylight, air conditioning, and their own private garden and terrace with direct access to the car park. 



The Shelley Suite at Alexander House Hotel, ideal for corporate meetings with blue-draped tables.

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The Shelley Suite meeting room with modern chairs, perfect for professional events.

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The Shelley Suite meeting room at Alexander House Hotel, ideal for corporate events.

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The Shelley Suite

Alexander House Hotel

A versatile conference space in a stunning parkland hotel, ideal for corporate events and meetings.

Perfect for conferences, large meetings, or events, The Lady Brassey at Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club offers an inspiring setting with abundant natural sunlight. Nestled within 186 acres of stunning parkland, this versatile space is equipped with modern amenities, including an LCD projector, screen, and flipchart, ensuring your presentations are seamless. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and a dedicated meeting room stocked with sweets, pads, and pencils for your convenience. With free onsite parking and easy access to London and major airports, The Lady Brassey is the ideal choice for your next corporate gathering, product launch, or special event. Experience the elegance of our 18th-century chapel and indulge in exquisite dining at our 2 AA Rosette award-winning restaurant, making your business event not just productive but memorable.

Lady Brassey speaking at a corporate meeting in Ashdown Park Hotel, featuring round tables.

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Lady Brassey at Ashdown Park Hotel, focused meeting with professionals in elegant decor.

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Lady Brassey

Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club 

A spacious, well-equipped conference suite in a luxury manor with gardens and modern amenities.

This purpose built suite is the largest of our conference rooms.  Designed to cater for any event, the suite is equipped with modern technology in a comfortable environment.  The Shelley Suite has the facility to interconnect with the Wakehurst Suite both of which have plenty of natural light, air-conditioning and their own private garden, terrace and direct access to the car park.

Shelley Suite meeting room with navy tables, ideal for professional events and conferences.

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Shelley Suite meeting room at Alexander House Hotel, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Shelley Suite

Alexander House Hotel & Utopia Spa

Elegant event spaces in a 5-star seaside hotel, ideal for meetings and private dining.

The Jevington Lounge and Silverdale Room, directly below the Compton Room, offer an elegant and versatile setting for your business events at The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne, the only 5-star hotel on the English seaside. Ideal for meetings, conferences, and private dining, these spaces can accommodate various group sizes, with the Jevington Lounge featuring four intimate syndicate rooms for up to 10 delegates each. Enjoy seamless service and exquisite catering options from our renowned Mirabelle Restaurant, ensuring your event is both productive and memorable. With access to our beautiful gardens and the Great Hall, your guests will appreciate the stunning surroundings and exceptional hospitality that The Grand Hotel is known for. Elevate your business gatherings in a setting that combines luxury with functionality, making every occasion truly special.

Elegant banquet room at The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant meeting setup in The Jevington Lounge, Grand Hotel Eastbourne, for productive events.

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The Jevington Lounge and Silverdale Room

The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne

A grand country house with a marquee and gardens, ideal for weddings, events, and meetings.

Stanmer House has areas to suit informal meetings and conferences from 5 delegates to 250! 

Hire a quiet table or the whole house, from small working breakfasts or lunches, board meetings or team away-days to larger team or client meetings, training sessions, conventions or exhibitions. 

Our elegant informal meeting rooms overlook acres of parkland grounds, providing peaceful and private backdrop in which to conduct your meeting. Each room comes with a dedicated member of staff and IT support and our day delegate options will take care of everything you need for the day. 

Elegant meeting room with central table, ideal for corporate events and presentations.

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Elegant marquee meeting space with presenter and engaged audience at Proud Country House.

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Garden marquee with round tables and pink chairs for meetings and networking events.

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Garden marquee at Proud Country House for creative meetings and brainstorming events.

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Garden marquee with pink chairs, ideal for presentations and workshops.

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Garden and Marquee

Proud Country House

A versatile rural venue with historic charm, ideal for weddings, conferences, and team-building.

With plenty of space and multiple layout options available, Hop Farm provides an opportunity for the corporate world to venture into a calming rural setting. Not simply limited to presentations, the site can offer activities and a great environment for team building. 

Corporate meeting space with U-shaped table, warm ambiance, ideal for events and workshops.

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Shires venue with traditional oast houses, perfect for corporate events and gatherings.

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Shires venue with pointed roofs, perfect for outdoor corporate events and gatherings.

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Rustic Shires venue at Hop Farm, perfect for outdoor events and gatherings.

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Shires outdoor patio with white furniture, ideal for casual meetings and events.