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Discover the charm of Gloucestershire with our selection of free event venues, perfect for professionals organising corporate gatherings. Embrace the county's scenic beauty and historic allure while hosting memorable events without a venue fee.

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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Explore top free event venues in Gloucestershire for professional corporate events. Find the ideal space for a memorable gathering.

Free Event Venues in Gloucestershire

Free Event Venues

A versatile mezzanine space with a private bar, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

The beautiful Mezzanine overlooking the main bar is a great space for your next event. With a private bar available and plenty of seating, the Mezzanine can be your own VIP area for the night.

The sofas can be moved around and even removed to create more space if needed and bespoke packages or decorations tailored to suit your needs.

We have the perfect packages for Birthday parties, Christmas parties, Leaving drinks and all year round celebrations.

Vibrant Mezzanine event space in Revolution Bristol, perfect for networking and gatherings.

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Modern event space in Revolution Bristol with warm wooden floors and vibrant atmosphere.

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Modern event space in Revolution Bristol with ample seating and natural light.

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Stylish open-concept venue in Revolution Bristol, perfect for events and gatherings.

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Revolution Bristol

A relaxed riverside venue with buffet-style dining, ideal for informal events and celebrations.

Beese's is the perfect place for a relaxed, informal party, and an ideal alternative if you are looking for something other than a hotel function room or community hall. And the emphasis is on informal- we don't do silver service or serve meals to tables, as all of our menu is designed to be served buffet-style. What we do offer is a beautiful riverside location, high quality food and drinks as well as excellent customer service. Cruising up the Avon with a glass of bubbly is the perfect way to arrive from Bristol city centre!  

Elegant event tent at Beeses Riverside Bar, perfect for weddings and corporate gatherings.

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"Beeses Riverside Bar venue with white tent and red umbrellas for outdoor events"

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Charming outdoor event venue on a boat at Beeses Riverside Bar, perfect for celebrations.

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Vibrant outdoor venue at Beeses Riverside Bar for networking and casual gatherings.

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Vibrant birthday celebration at Beeses Riverside Bar with golden "81" balloons.

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Whole Venue

Beeses Riverside Bar

A versatile private dining space in Bristol's Arts Quarter, perfect for intimate gatherings and events.

The Private Dining space at The Forge is a versatile area suitable for various events such as private dining, business meetings, team building days, celebrations, and arts and culture festivals. It offers a unique creative space in Bristol's Arts Quarter, curated for events and workshops. The space encourages creativity, collaboration, and celebration, making it ideal for intimate gatherings and corporate events.

Private dining space with exposed brick walls, perfect for meetings and social gatherings.

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Private dining table with floral centerpieces for intimate events and gatherings.

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Private dining table with floral centerpiece for elegant weddings and brunches.

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Private dining space with rustic table, ideal for workshops and brainstorming sessions.

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Private dining event at The Forge with rustic brick facade and vibrant outdoor networking.

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Private Dining

The Forge

Modern, versatile suite with pitch views and private bar. Ideal for meetings, dinners, and celebrations.

Situated in the South Stand, The Pravha Lounge offers 270 square metres of space making it the perfect versatile room for your event. Whether it be a corporate meeting, or dinner, private celebration or your special day.   Experience a modern and elegant space, with floor to celling windows and an exclusive balcony overlooking the pitch.  The room has its own private entrance to help create the wow factor for your guests as they arrive and benefits from its own private bar in the room.  Combined with fantastic food service, our dedicated team will make sure your event is unforgettable. 

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Reception

Heineken Suite 

Ashton Gate Stadium

A historic castle venue with luxurious accommodations, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

Eastnor Castle is a prestigious and impressive corporate events venue for off-site business meetings, team building activities, presentations, staff reward days, product launches, seminars, training, private dining and board room meetings.

Opulent meeting space at Eastnor Castle with grand ceiling, ideal for exclusive events.

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Eastnor Castle venue with autumn colors, perfect for corporate retreats and weddings.

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Elegant event space at Eastnor Castle with plush seating for private receptions.

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Elegant event space at Eastnor Castle with chandelier, ideal for meetings and retreats.

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Elegant banquet hall at Eastnor Castle, perfect for corporate events and intimate gatherings.

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Eastnor Castle

A grand, versatile event space with high ceilings in a historic hotel. Ideal for large gatherings.

The Sansovino is 392 sq. meters, 18x12m in size with a 22m high ceiling! This allows all manor of events to maximise their potential in the space. 

With its own entrance separate to the hotel, guests will be in for something special on arrival to the hotel. 

From a theatre conference to indoor inflatable team building - there really is no limit on what can be achieved. 


Elegant event space at Bristol Harbour Hotel, perfect for formal dinners and conferences.

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Elegant banquet hall at Bristol Harbour Hotel for gala or awards ceremony.

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Elegant event space at Bristol Harbour Hotel with round tables for corporate dinners.

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Elegant dining setup in The Sansovino, Bristol Harbour Hotel for weddings and galas.

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Elegant Sansovino venue in Bristol Harbour Hotel, ideal for upscale events and conferences.

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The Sansovino

Bristol Harbour Hotel

Steeped in history and prestige, the RAU provides a spectacular setting for your event.

We cater for all events, large or small, using responsibly sourced ingredients with several superb menus to suit all tastes.  We can also provide bespoke catering as required. 

Banquets, Buffets, Dinner and Dance, we have the ability to host any type of event in our various rooms, open air events within the grounds, or marquees on the lawn. 

There are 24 en-suite rooms available all year round, and an additional 250 en-suite and 80 standard rooms can be booked during the university vacation periods. 


Vibrant outdoor event at Royal Agricultural University with spinning attraction and dynamic lighting.

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Vibrant red and white striped tent at Royal Agricultural University for outdoor events.

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Vibrant outdoor event at Royal Agricultural University with colorful Ferris wheel at twilight.

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Elegant banquet hall at Royal Agricultural University, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant banquet table setup in historic Royal Agricultural University for formal events.

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Royal Agricultural University

A large, air-conditioned banqueting space for 150, with outdoor access and scenic views.

Newly refurbished in a neutral palette and fully air conditioned, this large banqueting space is ideal for both conferences and networking events, accommodating up to 150 guests. It can also be opened up onto an outdoor balcony and terrace overlooking our spectacular grounds

St Anne's Hall at Stanbrook Abbey Hotel, elegant venue for events and meetings.

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St Anne's Hall at Stanbrook Abbey: elegant event space for corporate meetings and upscale dinners.

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St Anne's Hall at Stanbrook Abbey: elegant meeting room for workshops and board meetings.

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St Anne's Hall

Stanbrook Abbey Hotel

Victorian Gothic mansion with versatile event spaces, lush grounds, and modern amenities.

Our event spaces are located on the ground floor, close to the reception area and easily accessible to all guests.

The Westminster Suite, our main conference room can be divided into 4 sections and is equipped with the latest technology, furthermore it can host up to 280 guests for banquet.

The Hotel also has a variety of boardrooms around the main conference room and a beautiful Orangery, perfect for evening receptions and dinners as well as Wedding Ceremonies and receptions.

Teambuilding? The Hotel's 30 acres can be a great location for some outdoor activities.

Historic De Vere Tortworth Court mansion with lush gardens, ideal for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant meeting space at De Vere Tortworth Court for corporate events and seminars.

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Elegant meeting room at De Vere Tortworth Court for corporate events and presentations.

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Event space at De Vere Tortworth Court with blue tablecloths for corporate meetings.