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Discover the ideal backdrop for company retreats in the West Midlands, where professional event organisers can find a diverse range of venues to foster team cohesion and strategic planning. Consider accessibility, amenities, and atmosphere to ensure a productive and memorable retreat experience.

Elevate events with Peaky Blinders tours for immersive experiences, or host at Villa Park for a sporty flair. Utilize the Custard Factory's creative spaces for vibrant, artsy gatherings.

THINGS TO DO

Birmingham's Brindleyplace offers dynamic business environments, with Deutsche Bank and Deloitte offices emphasizing the area's commercial significance. The Mailbox caters to corporate luxury with high-end retail and waterside dining for networking events.

BUSINESS

Birmingham's history shines in venues like Aston Hall, a Jacobean mansion, and the Town Hall, a Roman-inspired landmark. The city's industrial heritage is celebrated at the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter.

HISTORY

West Midlands offers a range of venues perfect for hosting events, from historic buildings to modern spaces. The Birmingham Conference and Events Centre provides a central location with state-of-the-art facilities, while the iconic Symphony Hall is known for its excellent acoustics, making it an ideal spot for musical performances and conferences.

For those looking for a unique backdrop, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens presents a serene setting with lush landscapes and Victorian glasshouses. The National Exhibition Centre, just outside the city, is one of the UK's largest exhibition centers, hosting everything from trade shows to large-scale conventions.

Sports enthusiasts might consider the Edgbaston Cricket Ground, which not only hosts international cricket matches but also offers event spaces with views of the pitch. The Arena Birmingham, a leading indoor venue, regularly holds sports events, concerts, and comedy shows, providing a versatile space for various types of gatherings.

Cultural options include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, where guests can enjoy events surrounded by world-class art and history. The Thinktank, Birmingham's science museum, offers interactive exhibits that can add a fun and educational twist to any event.

Accessibility is a key feature, with Birmingham New Street Station connecting the city to the rest of the UK, and Birmingham Airport serving international visitors. With a range of hotels and restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets, West Midlands (Birmingham) is well-equipped to accommodate event attendees, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

West Midlands

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.

United Kingdom

Explore top venues for company retreats in the West Midlands. Perfect settings for team building and corporate strategy sessions.

Company Retreats in West Midlands

Company Retreats

A modern 150-seat theatre with tiered seating, AV support, and a Green Room. Ideal for lectures and conferences.

The perfect space for hosting lectures, conferences, seminars or even an award ceremony, the Kingston Theatre offers latest AV and excellent audience experience. With tiered seating for up to 150 delegates, each seat has foldaway laptop tables and power sockets. We offer dedicated technical support so that you can have a stress-free event and make the best use of our cutting-edge AV equipment. The room also has free wi-fi and air conditioning for warmer days. 

We also offer a dedicated Green Room behind the stage giving speakers a quiet space to prepare for lectures, seminars and talks. 

Kingston Theatre auditorium with tiered seating for conferences and presentations.

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Kingston Theatre auditorium with modern AV setup for professional conferences and seminars.

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Kingston Theatre at IET Birmingham with dual screens and vibrant purple lighting for conferences.

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Modern conference room at Kingston Theatre with tiered red seating for corporate events.

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Kingston Theatre auditorium with tiered red seating for professional events and presentations.

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Kingston Theatre at IET Birmingham: stylish meeting space with leather seating for networking events.

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Theatre

Business

Kingston Theatre

Birmingham

IET Birmingham: Austin Court

A semi-private space with 11 racing simulators for up to 80 guests. Ideal for team building and events.

P5 is one of most exclusive areas, perfect for bigger groups to race and socialise.

With 11 racing simulators, it hosts up to 80 guests. This space can also be combined with P4 to make it the ultimate events space hosting up to 130 guests with 19 simulators.

A fantastic space for team building, social celebrations, or corporate bookings!

P5 Semi-Private Space at F1 Arcade Birmingham, ideal for corporate events and team-building.

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P5 Semi-Private Space at F1 Arcade Birmingham with racing simulators for corporate events.

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Events

P5 Semi-Private Space

F1 Arcade Birmingham

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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Whole Venue

 West Midlands Circus Centre

A football-themed social venue in the Bullring with boxes, bars, and versatile event spaces.


Kick off your next event in style at TOCA Social - Birmingham. Go big with our full venue events, perfect for those large-scale Christmas or summer parties with the team! If you’re looking for something in a smaller and more private setting, why not hire out our versatile  spaces for your next corporate party or event? Build an unmatched bundle with our premium food and drinks packages or let our legendary events team guide you through your next corporate social event journey!

Modern event space at TOCA Social Birmingham with vibrant bar, ideal for networking.

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"Engaging speaker at TOCA Social Venue Hire, Birmingham - modern event space for networking."

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"Dynamic TOCA Social venue in Birmingham for interactive events with vibrant graphics."

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Interactive event space at TOCA Social Birmingham with digital sports game for corporate events.

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TOCA Social Venue Hire

TOCA Social - Birmingham

An elegant meeting suite with natural light, ideal for board meetings and private dining.

Elegant room with natural daylight on 1st floor.  Annex to room makes a perfect tutor/lecturer area when training.  Fixed screen and LCD projector help make events a success!

Ideal for Board meetings, private dining and medium sized training events.

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Reception

Bournville Suite

Best Western Plough and Harrow Hotel

A warm, heritage venue in 10 acres of gardens. Cadbury Room seats 100 or hosts exhibitions.

Warm and comfortable with a view of the woods and lake, the Cadbury Room at Woodbrooke is an exceptional venue for your next event. Accommodating up to 100 delegates, this versatile space is perfect for conferences, workshops, and exhibitions, featuring ample room for pop-ups and stands. Nestled within 10 acres of stunning gardens and woodland, Woodbrooke offers an inspiring atmosphere that fosters creativity and collaboration. Enjoy modern amenities such as a projector, a wood-burning stove, and a speciality coffee machine, ensuring a productive and enjoyable experience. Guests can unwind in the garden lounge, explore the serene lake with rowing boat access, or gather around the bonfire space for a unique team-building experience. With a library and bookshop on-site, as well as a walled herb garden and outdoor bread oven, every detail is designed to enhance your event. Choose the Cadbury Room at Woodbrooke for a memorable gathering that combines comfort, nature, and exceptional service.

Collaborative workshop in Cadbury Room, Woodbrooke with natural light and engaged participants.

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Cadbury Room at Woodbrooke: bright meeting space for presentations and discussions.

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Cadbury Room at Woodbrooke: U-shaped meeting space for collaborative discussions.

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Cadbury Room

Woodbrooke

Versatile event suite in Birmingham Science Museum with AV, projectors, and customizable spaces.

Hiring the Event Suite gives you your own dedicated entrance plus a reception area to meet and greet your guests. You can use our partition walls to divide the space into one, two or three areas. 

We offer inbuilt AV and Projectors in two of the spaces and complimentary WiFi. 

The space can offer a variety of different set ups and be used in a unique way. 

Spacious event suite with black chairs, perfect for presentations and seminars.

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Event Suite in Thinktank: modern meeting room with long table, projector for presentations.

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Event Suite at Thinktank: organized meeting space with podium, ideal for conferences and workshops.

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Buffet

Event Suite 

Thinktank 

A historic Grade II* listed venue in a countryside setting, perfect for weddings, conferences, and private functions.

Available for hire for exclusive use, set within it's own grounds, Highbury Hall can accommodate up to 100 guests for a luxury banquet within the Main Hall.  

Highbury Hall is perfect for birthday parties, corporate events such as training sessions or away days as you can arrange to book it out for exclusive use.  The gardens make Highbury Hall the ideal venue during the warmer months for outdoor events such as drinks receptions, workshops and for breaks.

A unique venue with excellent service, quality catering, on-site parking.WiFi, laptop, projector, screen and PA system are available


Elegant event space at Highbury Hall with blue wallpaper, ideal for ceremonies and meetings.

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Elegant banquet hall at Highbury Hall, perfect for weddings and formal events.

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Elegant balcony with floral decor at Highbury Hall, perfect for weddings and upscale events.

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Wedding

London

Highbury Hall

A versatile, wheelchair-accessible conference center in Birmingham for corporate and social events.

The Conference center at The Saffron Centre is a versatile space suitable for a wide range of events and meetings. With modern facilities and a convenient location in Birmingham, it is ideal for corporate meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions. The space offers a professional environment for business events and can accommodate various seating arrangements to suit different event types.

Versatile conference center with blue chairs, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Conference room with blue chairs, ready for a professional event or presentation.

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Conference center with round tables, ideal for workshops and team meetings.

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Spacious conference center with round tables, ideal for corporate meetings and workshops.

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Conference center with round tables, ideal for meetings and networking events.

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Conference center

The Saffron Centre

A versatile upper floor suite with high-speed internet, near Birmingham's city center and amenities.

High strength internet is included along with use of a basic projector/screen if required, making the Upper Floor Suite at 44 Blucher Street an ideal venue for your next event. Nestled just a stone's throw from the vibrant Mailbox development and the iconic Cube, this space offers a perfect blend of accessibility and modern amenities. Enjoy the convenience of a kitchenette for catering needs and unwind with complimentary guided meditation sessions. While the suite is located on the upper floor and lacks lift access, its inviting atmosphere and proximity to Birmingham's city centre—only a 5-minute walk away—ensure a memorable experience. With easy access to canal-side walks, shops, bars, and restaurants, your guests will appreciate the lively surroundings. The venue is also well-connected, just a 10-minute stroll from Birmingham New Street station and conveniently located near major roadways. Elevate your event in this dynamic space that combines comfort, connectivity, and creativity.

Upper Floor Suite meeting room with blue chairs, ideal for workshops and conferences.

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Upper Floor Suite meeting room with blue chairs, perfect for workshops and seminars.

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Upper Floor Suite at 44 Blucher St, versatile event space for workshops and seminars.

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Arts

Upper Floor Suite

44 Blucher Street

A versatile, modern conference space with floor-to-ceiling windows and high-tech facilities in Birmingham.

Located on the first floor of the venue, the Ashtead Suite is a fabulous, light, bright space with floor to ceiling windows which stretch the length of the room.

The room is fully air conditioned and has built in wireless projection facilities using super sized lcd screens around the room.

The space can be split into four smaller rooms which are separated by sound proofed folding walls.

Dimensions : W 10.9m L 18.5m H 2.7m
                                       

Ashtead Suite conference room with round tables, ideal for meetings and networking events.

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Ashtead Suite event space with arranged chairs, ideal for conferences and seminars.

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Modern Ashtead Suite meeting room with U-shaped tables, ideal for corporate events.

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Ashtead Suite event space with elegant round tables for corporate gatherings.

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Ashtead Suite event space with round tables and pink lighting for conferences or gatherings.

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Ashtead Suite

The Eastside Rooms

Three adjacent suites with natural light, ideal for workshops or board meetings, near Birmingham.

We have three Suites that can hold up to 20 - 30 Boardroom and 30 on rounds. All Suites offer natural daylight and are all next to each other making them ideal for individual workshops when holding a large conference or board meetings. 

Meeting room at Mercure Birmingham West Hotel with a long table and blue chairs.

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Meeting room suite at Mercure Birmingham West Hotel, ideal for corporate events.

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Suite

Mercure Birmingham West Hotel

A versatile venue with 19 function rooms for events from meetings to weddings at a football stadium.

We have 19 function rooms, ranging in size and shape, which allows us to be extremely versatile in the type of events we host.  We can accommodate small intimate meetings & events, right through to large conferences and exhibitions.  Our in-house catering team gives us the scope to offer unique menus, and be flexible to bespoke requests and requirements.

Stadium Suite at Walsall FC, elegantly draped tables for corporate events and weddings.

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Stadium Suite at Walsall FC: elegant event space for corporate events and banquets.

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Stadium Suite

Walsall Football Club 

A flexible, stylish conference suite for up to 100 delegates in a luxury hotel near Birmingham Airport.

The Gloucester Suite is stylish and flexible space accommodating up to 100 delegates theatre style. Our Day Delegate rate from £35.00 (inc VAT) The Day Delegate Rate includes hire of the main meeting room, unlimited servings of tea, coffee, soft drinks and snacks, use of a data projector, flipchart, screen whiteboard, three course buffet lunch.
The Gloucester Suite can be divided into 2 separate spaces:
Gloucester 1 - 50 delegates
Gloucester 2 - 40 delegates

Gloucester Suite meeting room with round tables, ideal for workshops and presentations.

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Gloucester Suite at St Johns Hotel: modern refreshment area for networking events.

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Gloucester Suite

St Johns Hotel Birmingham

A versatile, naturally lit meeting space for up to 60 in a modern, sustainable city centre venue.

Inspire is one of thestudio's largest spaces ready for up to 60 guests theatre style, or an array of set ups, making it a versatile space for business meetings, presentations, training sessions or seminars. The naturally lit space includes fixed projection, PA with wall speakers and Wireless Internet. 

Versatile meeting room in Birmingham with large table and red chairs for workshops.

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