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Discover the perfect setting for your next formal event in the West Midlands. Our selection of venues offers sophistication and elegance, ideal for galas, award ceremonies, and corporate functions. Consider ambiance, capacity, and amenities to ensure a seamless 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 Formal Event Venues in West Midlands for galas & corporate functions. Find elegant spaces that promise memorable events.

Formal Event Venues in West Midlands

Formal Event Venues

Historic venue with two halls, gardens, and parking. Ideal for events, conferences, and team-building.

West Midlands Circus Centre features a large main hall and smaller hall, both with original elegant wooden features giving it an impressive and welcoming feel. Adaptable spaces , nestled inside its own small grounds featuring old trees and green areas as well as off street parking, it provides a great meeting, training, conference or AGM location. Within a few minutes walk from Fiveways station, WMCC is perfect for board meetings, workshops, training, presentations and bespoke corporate and business events. For team building and we can provide circus and acrobatic beginner experiences. 


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Versatile West Midlands Circus Centre venue with high ceilings for acrobatics events.

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

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Charming tree-lined driveway at West Midlands Circus Centre for outdoor events.

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Spacious meeting room with high ceilings at West Midlands Circus Centre for workshops.

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Serene outdoor venue in West Midlands for intimate gatherings and team-building events.

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

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

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Lombard 

Hotel du Vin Birmingham 

A stylish VIP lounge in a historic venue, perfect for corporate events and private gatherings.

The VIP Lounge at The Halls Wolverhampton is an exclusive space perfect for hosting a variety of events, including corporate meetings, private parties, and social gatherings. This stylish lounge offers a unique atmosphere that combines comfort and sophistication, making it an ideal choice for those looking to impress their guests. With a range of food and drink packages available, including the Inclusive Drinks Package and Food Platter & Arrival Drink Package, event organizers can tailor their experience to suit their needs. The VIP Lounge is designed to accommodate both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees. Whether you're planning a networking event, a birthday celebration, or a special occasion, the VIP Lounge provides a versatile setting that can be customized to meet your requirements.

VIP Lounge at The Halls Wolverhampton, vibrant crowd, ideal for concerts and events.

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The Halls Wolverhampton

A vibrant Latin-themed bar with a stage, perfect for parties and events. Private bar included.

Havana Bar at Revolucion De Cuba Birmingham is a unique and beautiful function room. With a large space and stage this makes the perfect space for your next big event!

It's a great option for Christmas parties, leaving parties, summer parties, networking events, finger food affairs, private lunches and dinners, and any other year round event, with a private bar for complete exclusivity.

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Havana Bar event space with elegant decor, ideal for corporate gatherings and celebrations.

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Havana Bar event space in Birmingham, elegantly set for corporate events and weddings.

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Havana Bar in Birmingham: vibrant event space with disco ball for parties and celebrations.

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Elegant event space at Havana Bar, featuring black and silver table settings for galas.

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Havana Bar Birmingham: elegant dinner setup with black and silver decor for corporate events.

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Havana Bar

Revolucion De Cuba Birmingham

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. 

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

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

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Millennium Point

A versatile 17,000 sq ft ex-industrial warehouse in Wolverhampton, ideal for parties and concerts.

An ex-industrial warehouse space, The Hangar is a versatile blank canvas and can be transformed to suit a whole host of events. Its large, open layout allows for flexibility in design and concept.

The space is ideal for parties and concerts and offers a creative edge on some of the more traditional corporate and business venues.

Spacious indoor venue with high ceilings, perfect for concerts and exhibitions.

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Spacious event venue with high ceilings, ideal for conferences and gatherings.

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Vibrant event space in The Hangar with dynamic lighting for networking and entertainment.

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Wrestling match setup in dynamic event space with engaged audience and vibrant lighting.

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The Hangar

A modern, flexible event space with canal views in Birmingham's The Cube. Ideal for various events.

Canalside is located in The Cube on Level 6 and is a blank canvas to make your mark and surrounded by floor to ceiling glass windows, Our event space allows you to create your own unique & bespoke event, from dinner dances to award ceremonies, product launches to birthday celebrations.

We can cater for up to 200 guests for a dinner and 160for a dinner dance complete with impressive black & white dancefloor. The event space also has its own private bar which is fully licenced until 12am. 

Canalside lends itself to Summer Parties, Corporate Events & Christmas Parties.

Elegant event space with checkered flooring and purple lighting, perfect for weddings or corporate events.

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Elegant Canalside venue with fine dining setup for corporate events and galas.

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Vibrant stage with grand piano and drum kit at Canalside for live concerts and events.

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Elegant Canalside venue set for a gala dinner with ambient lighting and round tables.

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Elegant wedding fayre flyer at Canalside venue with complimentary canapés and drinks.

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Canalside

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

A versatile theatre space with state-of-the-art tech, ideal for dramatic events and banquets.

The Studio is our highly adaptable theatre space and comes equipped with state of the art lighting and sound equipment making it the perfect bank canvas for a truly dramatic event. This versatile space has been used to host a myriad of events including gala dinners, award ceremonies and fashion shows. The space can accommodate up to 240 guests in a banqueting layout.  

Vibrant Studio Theatre event space with colorful decor for festive celebrations and parties.

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Modern auditorium with red seating for conferences and performances in Birmingham.

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Elegant event space at Studio Theatre, Birmingham, with lush greenery for galas and celebrations.

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Elegant event space at Studio Theatre, ideal for corporate events and galas.

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Elegant event space at Studio Theatre, perfect for networking and celebrations.

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Studio Theatre

Unique Venues Birmingham (The Birmingham REP & The Library of Birmingham)

A luxurious high-class venue in Wolverhampton, ideal for weddings and upscale events.

The main vision for our company is our bespoke luxury wedding planning, design and management service. We assist our clients in creating memorable, magical celebrations that exceed expectations. Our personal approach ensures the weddings we plan are meaningful and truly reflect our clients as individuals, as couples and states something about their shared values and sense of style. Working exclusively in the luxury event sector, we have a network of exceptional event suppliers who meet quantifiable standards of service and delivery.


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Elegant banquet hall with white linens, perfect for weddings and corporate events.

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Elegant Main Hall with red rose centerpieces for luxury events and celebrations.

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Elegant Main Hall at Royale Banqueting Suite, perfect for weddings and formal events.

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Elegant multi-tiered wedding cake in Royale Banqueting Suite for a sophisticated celebration.

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Main hall in Royale Banqueting Suite with elegant tables, ideal for corporate events and celebrations.

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Main hall

Royale Banqueting Suite 

A versatile self-contained Garden Pavilion for up to 200 guests in a historic hotel with modern amenities.

With its imposing views of the Hotels main building and making the most of an abundance of natural daylight, the self contained Garden Pavilion is a truly versatile space which can accommodate up to 200 guests. Perfect for product launches, team building, dinner dances and wedding receptions.