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Nottinghamshire boasts an array of quirky conference venues, offering a unique backdrop for corporate events. These venues blend character with modern facilities, ensuring a memorable experience that fosters creativity and engagement. Ideal for businesses seeking an unconventional setting to inspire attendees.

Explore Trent Bridge's iconic cricket ground for sportive events, or host at the Motorpoint Arena, where contemporary meets pop culture, perfect for large-scale conferences and concerts.

ARCHITECTURE

Discover Nottingham's vibrant scene with The Bodega for intimate gigs, Galleries of Justice for immersive experiences, and the Savoy Cinema for private screenings, all adding to the county's eclectic event spaces.

VENUE VARIETY

Nottinghamshire resonates with the beats of Rock City, a legendary music venue, and the annual Splendour Festival, showcasing diverse genres and attracting global artists for unforgettable performances.

MUSIC

Nottinghamshire offers a unique blend of historical and modern venues for hosting events, with a particular appeal for those interested in architecture. The county is home to the legendary Sherwood Forest, which provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor gatherings and team-building activities. 

For indoor events, the Nottingham Conference Centre stands out with its award-winning restoration of the Grade II* listed Newton and Arkwright buildings, blending 19th-century elegance with contemporary design. Another notable venue is the Wollaton Hall, an Elizabethan country house set in a 500-acre park, which could serve as a grand setting for conferences and special events.

The county's connection to the famed Robin Hood legend can be leveraged for themed events, offering a unique storytelling element. Additionally, Nottinghamshire's transport links, including the East Midlands Airport and a well-connected train network, make it accessible for national and international delegates.

The University of Nottingham, with its award-winning Jubilee Campus, is another architectural gem, featuring eco-friendly buildings and innovative design, ideal for academic conferences and educational seminars.

Nottinghamshire's accommodation options range from quaint B&Bs to luxurious hotels, catering to various preferences and budgets. The Lace Market Hotel, for example, provides a boutique experience in the heart of Nottingham's historic Lace Market area.

Overall, Nottinghamshire presents a compelling mix of venues that celebrate both its storied past and its forward-looking present, making it a fitting choice for event planners seeking a memorable location.

Nottinghamshire

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.

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 quirky conference venues in Nottinghamshire for a unique corporate event experience that inspires creativity and engagement.

Quirky Conference Venues in Nottinghamshire

Quirky Conference Venues

Host memorable conferences at St Martins House in Nottinghamshire. A quirky venue inspiring creativity and professional engagement.

This spacious and contemporary ground floor room can comfortably accommodate 60 people and is a flexible space offering a variety of layouts to suit your needs. The Kempe Room is fitted with a ceiling mounted projector and built in screen. The Kempe Room also benefits from natural daylight and a view in to our internal sculpture courtyard.

Kempe Room at St Martins House: modern meeting space with large windows for events.

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Kempe Room at St Martins House: modern meeting space with long table for workshops and presentations.

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Theatre

Business

The Kempe Room

Leicester

St Martins House Conference Centre & Lodge

St Martins House: Unique Notts Conferences

Host memorable conferences at The Pumping House, Nottinghamshire's unique venue with stunning architecture for up to 170 guests.

The Engine Hall provides an impressive setting for your annual conference, awards dinner or company celebration with unique tiling, stunning arch window and high glass ceiling. The room can accommodate various layouts and can seat a maximum of 170 guests with a projector and screen and private bar.

Elegant event space in The Engine Hall, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Elegant event space entrance with glass doors, ideal for meetings and gatherings.

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Engine Hall at The Pumping House, elegant chairs for versatile events and gatherings.

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Spacious Engine Hall venue with chairs for presentations and natural light.

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The Engine Hall

Other

The Pumping House

The Pumping House: Unique Conferences

Host memorable conferences at The Cross Keys in Nottinghamshire, where history meets modern charm for a creative corporate event.

Steeped in over 200 years of history; this Nottingham favourite offers a convenient location with access to both trams and buses as well as a short walk to the train station and the wood-panelled charm of a  quintessentially British pub. The upstairs meeting room offers all the practicality needed from a modern meeting space and can cater to a variety of event types whilst retaining the charm and quirk you’d expect of a space named after Alice in Wonderland. 

Alice in Wonderland Room dining table with vibrant chairs, ideal for upscale events.

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Alice in Wonderland Room at The Cross Keys Nottingham, ideal for corporate meetings and brainstorming.

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Alice in Wonderland Room outdoor seating, ideal for casual networking events in Nottingham.

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Alice in Wonderland Room at The Cross Keys Nottingham, perfect for intimate gatherings and events.

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Alice in Wonderland Room

The Cross Keys Nottingham

The Cross Keys: Unique Conference Hub

Host inspiring conferences at The Chocolate Factory, Nottinghamshire's unique venue for creative corporate events. Perfect for professionals.

The Chocolate Factory is a flexible, post-industrial space with a unique blank canvas for every type of event. We've hosted festivals, markets, music events, screenings, sports events, weddings, conferences, awards and everything in between. 


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The Chocolate Factory

Derby

The Chocolate Factory - Quirky Conferences

Explore Alea Casino's Event Suite in Nottinghamshire for quirky conference venues that inspire creativity and professional engagement.

The Event Suite is a luxurious self-contained space with lavish decor, state-of-the-art multimedia, audio visual facilities, and a stage. A truly exciting choice for all sorts of awards ceremonies, presentations, networking events, training days, and much more.

It offers the opportunity to organisers to boost engagement with their conferences and seminars by  inviting people to an engaging venue with a difference - where business-like doesn't mean boring!

Whether its 50 for networking, 150 for a conference, or anything in between, Alea can host it in style in the Event Suite.




Elegant event space at Alea Casino with black and red decor for formal gatherings.

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Elegant event space at Alea Casino with round tables, ideal for conferences and celebrations.

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Elegant event space at Alea Casino, set for a formal dinner with black tablecloths.

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Sophisticated event space at Alea Casino, set for corporate gatherings with elegant decor.

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The Event Suite

Alea Casino 

Alea Casino: Unique Conference Space

Host inspiring conferences at Cosy Club Nottingham, a top quirky venue in Nottinghamshire for engaging corporate events.

The Bryon room is perfectly equipped for smaller business meetings and conferences. Situated on the second floor next to the Imperial room, it is also a great additional breakout space option for a larger conference or meeting taking place in the Imperial room.

Sophisticated meeting room at The Byron, Cosy Club Nottingham, ideal for executive gatherings.

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Meeting room at The Byron, Cosy Club Nottingham, ideal for intimate gatherings and events.

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The Byron

Nottingham

Cosy Club Nottingham

Cosy Club Nottingham: Unique Conferences

Host memorable conferences at Revolution Leicester, a quirky venue in Nottinghamshire perfect for inspiring corporate creativity and engagement.

Revolution Leicester is a great venue for your next business networking event. The two floors offer two seperate bars making it easy to have breakout sessions or activities within your event. Our cocktail masterclass is especially designed with our corporate clients in mind.

We offer some excellent day delegate packages which include refreshments and a buffet lunch. The venue offers a quirky and more unique environment to your usual conference or meeting room. 

Outdoor seating area with green chairs at Revolution Leicester for casual meetings and events.

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Vibrant venue hire in Revolution Leicester for casual meetings and social events.

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Vibrant outdoor dining area with green umbrellas at Revolution Leicester for networking events.

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Full Venue Hire at Revolution Leicester with classic facade, perfect for social events.

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Full Venue Hire

Revolution Leicester

Revolution Leicester: Unique Conferences

Host memorable conferences at Mercure Nottingham's bunker-themed venue in Nottinghamshire. Ideal for creative corporate events.

The resistance is located on the Lower Ground Floor, with access via our Lost Property.
Themed with a "bunker" style, the space is perfect for any out of the ordinary conference or event you have planned.
The resistance is available:
Sunday - Thursday: All day
Fridays: 9am - 4pm
Saturdays: 9am - 12pm

Cozy vintage meeting space at The Lost Basement, Mercure Nottingham for intimate gatherings.

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The Lost Basement venue with exposed brick, ideal for intimate events and meetings.

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Reception

The Lost Basement

Mercure Nottingham City Centre Hotel

Mercure Nottingham: Unique Conference Hub

Host inspiring conferences at Nottingham Racecourse, a unique venue in Nottinghamshire with versatile spaces for corporate creativity.

Nottingham Racecourse is an iconic venue, steeped in history, set in the beautiful Colwick Country Park just a few minute's drive from the city center. The facility has both indoor and outdoor space available offering a multitude of flexible options for your visit. Nottingham offers your delegates and attendees a quality experience. Free on-site parking and a set away from the busy city make this an ideal hassle-free venue for your conference, meeting, or private event.
Blessed with plenty of outdoor space to host your perfect event, Nottingham has hard standing as well as grassed areas w

Nottingham Racecourse venue with large windows, ideal for conferences and events.

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Elegant dining space at Nottingham Racecourse for corporate events and meetings.

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Nottingham Racecourse banquet setup with round tables and red chairs for corporate events.

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Nottingham Racecourse event space with round tables, ideal for corporate meetings and gatherings.

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Nottingham Racecourse meeting space with round tables, ideal for events and networking.

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Events

Nottingham Racecourse

Nottingham Racecourse: Unique Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at Lace Market Hotel, Nottinghamshire's hub for quirky corporate events with exclusive spaces and local charm.

The Flagstaff is a 1st floor private area. With 3 floor to ceiling windows, natural daylight is offered in abundance. Secure space with a key card access given on the day, only you have access to this room. 
Music Speaker available for light background music. Only a short walk (through the hotel) to the pub, The Cock & Hoop. Here, you can enjoy local ales and wines before heading up to the Flagstaff for your Meal. This is also where you conference buffet can be held. 

Stylish Flagstaff in Lace Market Hotel with vibrant mural, ideal for networking events.

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Elegant meeting room at The Flagstaff in Lace Market Hotel, perfect for exclusive events.

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The Flagstaff

Lace Market Hotel

Lace Market Hotel: Unique Conferences

Host inspiring conferences at Breadsall Priory, a unique venue in Nottinghamshire, perfect for corporate creativity and engagement.

Experience an unforgettable event in the Haslam Room at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club, where historic charm meets modern elegance. This stunning space is ideal for grand celebrations, meetings, conferences, and banquets, accommodating a variety of business needs. With flexible layouts and state-of-the-art facilities, the Haslam Room ensures a productive atmosphere. Guests can enjoy complimentary parking, access to our gym and leisure centre, and indulge in our indoor swimming pool. Set within the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, our venue offers a unique backdrop for any occasion, complemented by exceptional catering options. Elevate your next event in a setting that combines luxury with convenience, making it the perfect choice for your business gatherings.

Haslam Room at Delta Hotels: elegant corporate meeting space with round tables and large windows.

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Haslam Room

Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club

Breadsall Priory: Unique Conferences Notts

Host inspiring conferences at Reach Events, Nottinghamshire's hub for quirky and engaging corporate venues. Perfect for professionals.

With one of the largest banqueting spaces in the East Midlands, and concert/theatre space for 720, Reach Events is the ideal venue for your next gathering. Located in Derby, this versatile space features a grand main hall that accommodates up to 750 guests, making it perfect for conferences, exhibitions, performances, and lavish banquets. Equipped with state-of-the-art AV and lighting, Reach Events offers a seamless experience for any occasion. Additional amenities include nine well-appointed training rooms, a stylish café-bar, and a collaborative co-working area. With ground floor access and high-speed Wi-Fi, your attendees will enjoy convenience and comfort. Just 1 hour and 30 minutes from London St Pancras, Reach Events is easily accessible, ensuring your event is memorable and successful. Whether you're planning a corporate meeting, a wedding reception, or a community event, Reach Events provides exceptional facilities and dedicated service to bring your vision to life.

Versatile event space with vibrant lighting for dynamic meetings and corporate events.

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Main Space at Reach Events with stage, modern seating for professional presentations.

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Main Space

Reach Events

Reach Events: Unique Nottingham Conferences

A versatile art deco venue in the Midlands for events up to 1,400, from weddings to concerts.

Athena is the ultimate destination for concerts, exhibitions, festivals, shows, weddings, and sporting events. With versatile spaces like the stunning Cinema Suite, elegant Deco Bar, vibrant Foyer, and stylish Gallery, we provide the perfect backdrop for every occasion. Trusted by iconic brands such as O2, Amazon, and Krispy Kreme, and celebrated events like Miss Great Britain, Bowls England, and ABBAMANIA, Athena ensures unforgettable experiences. From intimate gatherings to grand productions, our venue adapts to your vision, delivering excellence at every step. 

Vibrant event space in Athena with dynamic lighting and engaging audience for immersive experiences.

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Circus-themed event space in Athena with dynamic lighting and engaging stage design.

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Vibrant concert scene at Whole Venue in Athena with dynamic lighting and enthusiastic crowd.

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Vibrant stage performance at Whole Venue in Athena with dynamic dancers and engaged audience.