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Gloucestershire's formal event venues offer a blend of elegance and professionalism, ideal for hosting distinguished gatherings. From historic manors to modern conference centres, each venue provides a unique backdrop for corporate events, galas, and ceremonies. Consider the ambiance, capacity, and location to ensure your event's success.

Easily gather guests with Gloucestershire's robust rail network; direct trains from London to Gloucester and Cheltenham ensure swift arrivals. Local buses connect venues, while taxis are plentiful for last-mile convenience.

TRANSPORT

Discover Tewkesbury Abbey's majestic setting for events, or host amidst Sudeley Castle's royal history. The Forest of Dean offers enchanting outdoor venues, while the Docks at Gloucester provide a unique waterside ambiance.

LANDMARKS

Gloucestershire nurtures innovation with hubs like the Growth Hub and cyber-tech hotspot Cyber Central UK, attracting global business leaders and fostering dynamic corporate events in the UK's cyber-tech heartland.

BUSINESS

Gloucestershire offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern facilities, making it an ideal location for hosting events. Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, the area boasts stunning landscapes and picturesque villages, providing a serene backdrop for any gathering.

For those seeking a venue with historical significance, Gloucester Cathedral stands as a monumental option, with its cloisters famously featured in the Harry Potter films. The Cheltenham Racecourse, on the other hand, offers expansive spaces and is well-equipped for large-scale events and conferences, with the added thrill of horse racing heritage.

Accessibility is a key advantage in Gloucestershire. The region benefits from excellent transport links, including the M5 motorway, providing easy access for attendees travelling by car. Gloucestershire Airport caters to private flights, and the proximity to major hubs like Birmingham and Bristol airports makes it convenient for international guests.

The county is also home to numerous country estates and manor houses, such as the elegant Ellenborough Park or the historic Berkeley Castle, which can host corporate retreats, weddings, and bespoke events. These venues often feature on-site accommodation, fine dining options, and outdoor activities, ensuring a complete experience for guests.

For a more contemporary setting, The Centaur at Cheltenham provides a versatile space that can be tailored to fit exhibitions, product launches, or corporate functions. With state-of-the-art facilities and professional support teams, event planners can rest assured that their events will run smoothly.

In summary, Gloucestershire presents a harmonious mix of natural beauty, historical venues, and modern amenities, all easily accessible and ready to accommodate events of any scale or style.

Gloucestershire

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.

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.

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Discover top Formal Event Venues in Gloucestershire for corporate events and galas. Find the perfect setting for a distinguished gathering.

Formal Event Venues in Gloucestershire

Formal Event Venues

A versatile 1600-capacity venue with a smaller adjoining space, ideal for various large events.

The O2 Academy Bristol (capacity 1600) can be fully seated suitable for awards ceremonies, exhibitions, product launches, corporate conferences and Christmas parties guaranteed to impress any client. With an adjoining smaller space to the main O2 Academy Bristol (capacity 350) designed to function flexibly as a stand alone, production complete venue, it also provides a second room for events. With onsite catering facilites, staging, AV/Technical equipment and event management support we can offer a unique experience to suit any event.

Versatile event space at O2 Academy Bristol with stage, ideal for concerts and corporate events.

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O2 Academy Bristol exterior at night, perfect for concerts and events.

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O2 Academy Bristol venue with tiered seating for concerts and corporate events.

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Versatile event space at O2 Academy Bristol, ideal for concerts and corporate events.

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O2 Academy Bristol venue entrance with clear signage, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Business

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Bristol

O2 Academy Bristol

A versatile, creative event space in Bristol with a bar, sound system, and seating for up to 330.

We have a large, decorated event space with street window frontage with the following capacity:

330 standing
126 table/cabaret-style seating (tables and chairs provided)
150 stalls seating (chairs provided)

This room is fully equipped for professional events including a fully stocked bar, large D&B Audiotechnik soundsystem, 2x HD projectors and large projection screens, professional lighting, art installations and a merch stand.

We are a stimulating and creative space for company staff events, conferences, networking & teambuilding events, presentations, product launches, rehearsals & more 

Main room at Strange Brew with hanging globes, ideal for meetings and events.

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Vibrant event space with colorful decor for workshops and conferences at Strange Brew.

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Vibrant event space in Strange Brew, ideal for workshops and community gatherings.

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Versatile event space with stage and vibrant decor for corporate meetings and social gatherings.

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Main room

Strange Brew

A versatile industrial space with high ceilings and courtyards in Bristol's creative quarter.

Paintworks Event Space is a great alternative to stuffy hotels and traditional conference venues, located in the heart of Bristol's creative quarter. The space is flexible and allows for varied layouts, it's also flooded with natural light which works well to keep delegates fresh and alert throughout the day. There are two fantastic adjoining courtyards which are a great bonus for coffee breaks and lunches, offering visitors a real fresh-air break from their day's programme.

Event space with sleek stage setup, ideal for conferences and product launches.

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Engaging speaker at modern Paintworks Event Space during a successful event.

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Engaging speaker at Paintworks Event Space, ideal for networking and marketing events.

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Modern event space entrance with glass doors, perfect for networking and casual meetings.

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Spacious Paintworks Event Space with high ceilings for exhibitions and corporate events.

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Event Space  

Paintworks Event Space

A spacious marquee with lake views, ideal for large events. Holds up to 800 guests with adjoining suite.

When you want to make an impact for your conference, banquet or product launch, the light-filled Whimbrel Marquee is the ideal choice.

This event space is fantastic for product launches as the floor can sustain up to 2.5 tonnes of weight. This space has capacity up to 500 guests and 800 guests when combined with the adjoining Kingfisher Suite,

An audio-visual and lighting gantry makes it easy for you to customise and theme your event, creating memorable experiences for your guests.

Direct access to the patio and outdoor seating area extends the space further making use of the lake views.

Whimbrel Marquee at De Vere Cotswold Water Park, ideal for corporate conferences and banquets.

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Whimbrel Marquee event space with podium, ideal for corporate conferences and gatherings.

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Whimbrel Marquee event space with round tables, ideal for conferences and banquets.

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Whimbrel Marquee at De Vere Cotswold Water Park, elegant wedding venue with floral decor.

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Theatre

Whimbrel Marquee

London

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

The Centaur is our biggest and best asset for indoor business functions. Offering 2,600m2 of flexible space, this distinctive facility provides the biggest event space in the local region giving organisers accessible, flexible and versatile options. 


Cheltenham Racecourse event venue with chairs and stage for conferences and presentations.

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"Centaur Cheltenham Racecourse event with elegant tables, speaker, balloons, networking"

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Centaur auditorium at Cheltenham Racecourse, filled audience for a live event.

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The Centaur at Cheltenham Racecourse, vibrant event space with red and white balloons.

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The Centaur at Cheltenham Racecourse, modern venue with glass windows for events.

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Reception

The Centaur

Other

Cheltenham Racecourse

A versatile event suite with AV tech and a private terrace overlooking Bristol Harbour.

The Events Suite features a range of integrated audio visual solutions, including 2 data projectors with screen and a sound system with a range of microphone options. Creating the right mood is easy with our atmospheric lighting system-featuring pin spots, down lighters and LED's which can change colour to suit your event.
The space is based on the 2 floor of the museum and has a private terrace that overlooks the Bristol Harbour side. The suite can be used as one large spacious room or divided into three different areas.

Events Suite in M Shed, modern seminar space with black chairs and blue lighting.

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Events Suite in M Shed: modern waterfront venue with evening lights, perfect for gatherings.

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Events Suite in M Shed: modern meeting room with long table, ideal for conferences and presentations.

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Events Suite in M Shed set for a fashion show with pink runway and stylish seating.

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Spacious M Shed Events Suite set for a conference with modern design and natural light.

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Buffet

Events Suite

M Shed

An immersive aquarium with tropical gardens, ideal for receptions, dinners, and parties.

Host a drinks reception in the Bristol Aquarium and marvel at a wide variety of fish species and tropical gardens. Continue the party in the atmospheric foyer space under the canopied ceiling.

Start your night with a glass of fizz as you explore the night time underwater world of the Aquarium, surrounded by mesmerising marine life.

You’ll then enjoy a delicious festive feast under an atmospheric canopy of twinkling lights before indulging in your favourite tipple at the Abyss Bar and dancing the night away.

Perfect for – dinners, drink receptions, networking and parties.

Underwater-themed venue at Bristol Aquarium for unique events and receptions.

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Elegant event space with round tables at Bristol Aquarium for upscale dinners and corporate events.

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Audience at Bristol Aquarium theater enjoying a vibrant multimedia presentation.

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U-shaped meeting room at Bristol Aquarium, ideal for workshops and collaborative discussions.

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Elegant banquet table at Bristol Aquarium, perfect for celebrations and events.

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Dining 

Whole venue

Bristol Aquarium 

De La Bere Court showcases hints of the Georgian design that Cheltenham is famous for, Exposed Cotswolds Stone from the manor house is tastefully interwoven within this space with seating for 100 guests ; it's own bar and dance floor area 

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Weddings

De La Bere Court

Ellenborough Park Hotel 

A versatile venue in a historic building with mezzanine, ideal for corporate events and parties.

Revolution Bristol is a great venue to host your next event. The large space can be transformed and furniture moved to exactly how your event requires. 

With a separate area upstairs, the mezzanine allows for different activities to take place throughout the venue or works excellently as a buffet serving area for larger parties to keep the main bar clear. 

However you would like the venue set up, our dedicated team will be there to tailor your event to exactly how you would like. We offer bespoke packages for all types of events including Christmas parties, leaving drinks, Summer events etc.

Vibrant Revolution Bristol venue with modern bar for events and gatherings.

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Vibrant Revolution Bristol venue with stylish bar, ideal for networking events and gatherings.

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Vibrant Revolution Bristol venue with eclectic decor for casual meetings and events.

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Versatile event space in Revolution Bristol with natural light for networking and meetings.

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Vibrant event space in Revolution Bristol with rustic decor for networking and gatherings.

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Events

Full Venue Hire

Revolution Bristol

A stunning Edwardian suite in Bristol with a stage, bar, and terrace for events and parties.

With a stage, sound system, and AV, the Elizabeth Suite is the ideal space for any event. A uniquely stunning space in the heart of Bristol, your experience will be elevated by the stunning decor and original period features of this Edwardian building. With a marble-topped oak bar and private terrace, this space is ideal for product launches or work parties.

Our DDR includes unlimited Wifi and all-day kitchen access, with tea, coffee and buffet lunch included.  Hire is flexible and can include other add-ons such as drinks packages and Day Delegate into banquet dining or evening hire.  


Elegant Elizabeth Suite at Armada House with chandelier, perfect for upscale events.

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Elegant bar setup in The Elizabeth Suite, Armada House for events and gatherings.

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Elegant Elizabeth Suite at Armada House, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant event space in The Elizabeth Suite with round tables for networking and gatherings.

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The Elizabeth Suite

Armada House

Showroom at DOCUMENT, Bristol is a bespoke space where Parlez Clothing runs their design studio and showroom. It is a creative hub within the DOCUMENT community, offering a collaborative environment for events and meetings. The space is surrounded by a gym, a tattoo artist, and street artist Mr Penfold, creating a vibrant and inspiring atmosphere. Showroom provides a kitchen area for informal conversations and idea sharing. With a nautical theme and 90s retro feel, Showroom is ideal for fashion-related events, creative workshops, and design-focused meetings.

Bustling marketplace event at Document Bristol with diverse clothing racks.

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Vibrant creative workspace in Document Bristol for meetings and events.

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Collaborative workspace in Document Bristol, vibrant decor for meetings and events.

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Showroom Bristol event space bustling with attendees at vibrant food stalls.

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Showroom event in Bristol with diverse attendees networking in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Showroom

Document Bristol

A luxurious 17th-century farmhouse hotel with spa, ideal for events, retreats, and corporate functions.

Dormy House Hotel is a stunning venue for a product launch, press day or brand awareness event.

Situated in the 400-acre Farncombe Estate, exclusive hire offers access to 40 bedrooms, 3 beautiful lounges, a bar and private dining as required.

Dormy House is equally well suited to company away days, meetings or conferences with a difference. 