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Shropshire offers a tranquil setting for company retreats, with its picturesque landscapes and serene atmosphere. Ideal for team-building and strategic planning, the region's venues cater to professional needs while providing a refreshing escape from the office environment. Consider amenities, accessibility, and space when planning your corporate getaway in this charming county.

Explore Stokesay Castle, a stunningly preserved medieval manor, perfect for history-themed events. Engage with RAF Museum Cosford's aviation displays for an inspiring corporate or educational gathering.

TOURIST HOTSPOTS

Immerse in Shropshire's vibrant arts at Theatre Severn, host to diverse performances. Celebrate local talent and creativity at the Shrewsbury Folk Festival, an ideal event for cultural enrichment and networking.

CULTURE

Delight in Shropshire's live music at The Buttermarket, the county's largest entertainment venue. Experience thrilling horse racing events at Ludlow Racecourse, perfect for corporate or social gatherings.

ENTERTAINMENT

Shropshire offers a blend of historical charm and natural beauty, making it an ideal location for hosting events. With its rolling hills, the county is home to the famous Ironbridge Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Event planners can find unique venues near this iconic landmark, providing a memorable backdrop for conferences or special occasions.

The county town, Shrewsbury, is encircled by the River Severn and boasts over 600 listed buildings, including the medieval Shrewsbury Castle and the beautiful Shrewsbury Abbey. The town's original street patterns and alleyways provide a quaint setting for events, with a range of historic halls and modern facilities available for hire.

For those seeking a rural retreat, the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers stunning landscapes and peaceful surroundings. Venues here benefit from the picturesque views, ideal for weddings or team-building retreats.

Ludlow, another gem in Shropshire, is known for its food festivals and Michelin-starred restaurants. Event-goers can enjoy local gourmet experiences, with the option to host gatherings in Ludlow Castle or within the town's elegant Georgian townhouses.

Shropshire also caters to sports enthusiasts, with the Hawkstone Park Follies providing an adventurous setting for outdoor events, and the Lilleshall National Sports Centre offering world-class facilities for sports-related functions.

Accessibility is straightforward, with Shropshire positioned between the West Midlands and Wales, and well-connected by road and rail. This ease of access, combined with the county's serene countryside and historical sites, makes Shropshire a practical and appealing choice for event planners.

Shropshire

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.

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Discover the perfect backdrop for company retreats in Shropshire. Engage in team-building and strategy sessions amidst serene landscapes.

Company Retreats in Shropshire

Company Retreats

The Arrival Hall at Old Palace Chester offers a versatile space for events such as reception drinks, breakout sessions, and intimate gatherings. With exclusive use, it provides a welcoming atmosphere for small events, enhanced by tailored catering from in-house chefs. Whether you're hosting a networking event or a relaxed social gathering, the Arrival Hall ensures a memorable experience. With on-site accommodation available your guests can enjoy a seamless and convenient experience.

Elegant Arrival Hall in Old Palace Chester, ideal for upscale events and gatherings.

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Stylish lounge in Old Palace Chester, ideal for networking and informal meetings.

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Elegant lounge in Old Palace Chester, ideal for networking events and meetings.

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Elegant cocktail station in Arrival Hall, Old Palace Chester for upscale events.

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Elegant Arrival Hall in Old Palace Chester with string quartet for weddings and corporate events.

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Theatre

Events

Arrival Hall

Chester

Old Palace Chester

A unique Grade 2 listed venue with ornate features, gardens, and aerial rig. Ideal for events and weddings.

A Grade 2 Listed Building, West Midlands Circus Centre is an elegant, unique and unusual venue perfect for product launches, award ceremonies, corporate events, parties and PR. Registered for wedding ceremonies, WMCC's  7m high ceilings, original ornate wooden features, off street parking and beautiful compact grounds provide shade and privacy. 
Disability accessible and with great transport links, it is also ideal for engagement parties, baby showers and we can provide aerial performance or walkabout from our inbuilt aerial rig. Also perfect for lighting or suspending large backdrops. 

Versatile West Midlands Circus Centre venue with high ceilings for aerial performances.

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Whole Venue at West Midlands Circus Centre, organized meeting space for collaborative sessions.

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Engaged audience at West Midlands Circus Centre, highlighting interactive meeting dynamics.

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Versatile event space with aerial rigging in West Midlands Circus Centre for workshops and performances.

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Versatile event space with wooden paneling at West Midlands Circus Centre for workshops.

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Standing

Whole Venue

Birmingham

 West Midlands Circus Centre

A modern business hotel in central Birmingham with 20 meeting rooms for up to 275 guests.

Whether you’re planning a conference, hosting a training session or running a major meeting, Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham is the perfect place for your next event. As a business hotel, Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham has 20 fully equipped meeting rooms that can hold up to 275 guests, and the hotel offers bespoke business packages that can be tailored to suit your individual business needs.

Meeting room in Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham with projector, ideal for corporate events.

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Meeting room at Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham with theater seating for corporate events.

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Meeting room setup in Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Meeting room in Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham with projector for professional events.

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Business

Room 101

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham

A 360-degree dome in a science museum, perfect for celebrant ceremonies followed by drinks and canapés.

The Planetarium is not a licensed venue but is a magical space for a celebrant ceremony. 

Your guests can enjoy your moment with you in our 360-degree dome before heading into the Museum for drinks and canapes. 

Planetarium at Thinktank with vibrant celestial backdrop for immersive events.

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Weddings

Planetarium 

Thinktank 

Versatile suite in a central hotel with AV, suitable for meetings or social events up to 50 people.

Our Lombard Suite is as suitable to corporate meetings as it is suited to social events. We can accommodate up to  26 boardroom, 50 theatre, 20 U-shape and 27 cabaret. We will supply your meeting with a tea and coffee station in the room or in our beautiful parisian courtyard, along with pads / pens and AV. 

Elegant Hotel du Vin Birmingham venue with historic architecture for corporate events.

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Elegant meeting space at Hotel du Vin Birmingham, ideal for corporate events and intimate gatherings.

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Cabaret

Lombard 

Hotel du Vin Birmingham 

An elegant ground floor suite at Villa Park, perfect for conferences, dinners, and trade exhibitions with a unique mezzanine level.

An elegant ground floor suite situated at the traditional Holte end of the stadium. The Holte Suite having undergone a complete transformation, is a purpose-built conference venue and can cater for events from prestigious conference and sumptuous black tie dinners through to trade exhibitions. The Holte Suite is accessed by its own car park and benefits from a large foyer and a unique mezzanine level which overlooks the main suite. 

Vibrant live performance at The Lower Ground, Villa Park for corporate events and celebrations.

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Elegant event space at Villa Park with round tables, perfect for conferences and gala dinners.

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Event space at Villa Park with round tables, ideal for gatherings and presentations.

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Reception

The Lower Ground (formerly The Holte Suite) 

London

Villa Park, home of Aston Villa Football Club

A 354-seat high-tech auditorium in Birmingham, ideal for large-scale events with on-site support.

The AUDITORIUM on level 4 is equipped with presentation facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi making this the ideal space to deliver large-scale events. This space is suitable for up to 354 delegates and comes equipped with a registration area. Our on-site technician will be on hand to ensure you make the very best impression. 

Modern auditorium with tiered seating for Business of Science Conference networking event.

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Auditorium at Millennium Point, panel discussion on future events, networking opportunity.

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Speaker addressing audience in Millennium Point auditorium during a professional conference.

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Millennium Point auditorium with large screen, ideal for presentations and events.

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AUDITORIUM

Millennium Point

Ravishingly decorated by renowned interior designer Suzy Hoodles and surrounded by vast countryside grounds and blissful gardens, Iscoyd Park is a secret haven ideal to host the most exclusive and memorable wedding. The styling, the personal touches and all the little details have been orchestrated to make your wedding as stunning as you dreamed it.

Stately Iscoyd Park venue with elegant architecture for upscale weddings and events.

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Elegant event space at Iscoyd Park with fine table settings for weddings and corporate functions.

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Outdoor wedding venue at Iscoyd Park with elegant couple and classic architecture.

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Elegant hotel room at Iscoyd Park for retreats and executive meetings.

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Other

Iscoyd Park

A versatile modern event space near major motorways, ideal for corporate parties and networking events.

This space provides the perfect blank canvas so that you can personalise your tables and bring entertainment on site. We have fantastic relationship with local suppliers including, florists, DJ, set design, cupcakes, and chair cover companies so we have it all under control to help you put on an amazing corporate party, Christmas party, product launch or networking event. 

Networking event at Bournville College with ice sculpture centerpiece and vibrant atmosphere.

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Vibrant Bournville College event with purple lighting and fireworks backdrop.

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Modern Bournville College venue at night, ideal for corporate events and gatherings.

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Engaged audience at Bournville College conference with speaker and large screen presentation.

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Atrium Street

Bournville College Conference and Events Centre

An industrial blank canvas at a football stadium, ideal for weddings and large events up to 400 guests.

WV1 is an industrial blank canvas ideal for your special day. With a full civil ceremony wedding license. Molineux is a wonderful venue to celebrate your wedding with friends and family. Our Friendly, professional team will help organise every aspect of your wedding and we can adapt our facilities to your individual needs. 

Elegant event space at Molineux Stadium with round tables for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant WV1 Whole event space at Molineux Stadium, ideal for weddings and gatherings.

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WV1 Whole

Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

The Gallery lends itself to all varieties of events for larger groups. We can host private dining and afternoon tea for any celebration, or buffets suitable for Christenings and Wakes. The space provides flexibility for a number of room set ups depending on your needs and is the perfect blank canvas to personalise the room with you own decoration.

Elegant banquet table in The Elms Hotel for corporate events and gatherings.

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Elegant banquet room at The Elms Hotel, perfect for weddings and upscale events.

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

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Elegant dining table setup at The Elms Hotel for banquets and corporate events.

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Buffet

The Gallery

The Elms Hotel & Spa

A historic boardroom for 16 in a reimagined industrial venue by the Grand Union canal.

The Grand Union Boardroom can accommodate up to 16 delegates in a fixed boardroom layout, making it an ideal choice for intimate business meetings and strategic discussions. Located within The Bond, Birmingham's newest events venue, this space combines high-quality modern facilities with the charm of historic Victorian architecture. Enjoy the serene canal-side setting while benefiting from amenities such as WiFi and a TV for seamless presentations. The unique complex of expertly renovated buildings provides an inspiring backdrop for your corporate events, ensuring a productive and memorable experience for all attendees. Whether you're hosting a workshop, a team meeting, or a client presentation, the Grand Union Boardroom offers a perfect blend of comfort and professionalism in the heart of Digbeth.

Modern Grand Union Boardroom with oval table, ideal for workshops and meetings.

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Grand Union Boardroom with long wooden table, ideal for modern meetings and events.

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Boardroom

Grand Union Boardroom

The Bond

The Drawing room is an ideal setting for your big day, if you are wanting to keep it small and sweet. The Drawing room is located on the mezzanine level of the hotel and finished in subtle wood panelling and features an open fire place. The maximum capacity is 22 guests for a seated dinner and 40 for a cocktail reception.

Hyatt Regency Birmingham Drawing Room, elegant meeting space for corporate events and gatherings.

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Elegant banquet table in Hyatt Regency Birmingham's Drawing Room for corporate events.