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Combining city and countryside locations, the county of Leicestershire appeals to discerning meeting planners as a destination in which to host conferences, meetings and events at the true heart of England.
With not only the National Forest but numerous country parks and waterways to explore the county is an ideal environment for outdoor pursuit teambuilding events and corporate activities whether taking advantage of the cycleways, footpaths and activity centres on land or indulging in watersports such as windsurfing or canoeing.
The beautiful landscape, dotted with delightful villages and market towns such as Melton Mowbray and Loughborough, will also inspire those heading to hideaway country house hotels for corporate retreats and undisturbed strategy meetings whilst the cosmopolitan city of Leicester caters for urbanites with a diverse and vibrant selection of state-of-the-art meeting venues. Contemporary conference centres, striking historic buildings, renowned academic and sporting venues co-exist between city and country settings to provide the widest possible range of event venues able to cater for all capacities.
Leicestershire has undoubtedly become a popular conference destination thanks to its central location which is easy to reach from all parts of the UK and abroad. At the centre of the motorway network, the county is extremely accessible by road whilst being on the London to Sheffield train route makes rail connections easy. International delegates will find East Midlands and Birmingham airports ideally located for convenient travel to Leicestershire by air.
The city offers a wealth of outstanding venues however those in the surrounding area of the county are equally well equipped with the additional benefit of tranquillity and open space for those seeking a more relaxing conference experience. Leicester considers its centrally located conference hub to consist of exceptional venues such as Athena and Curve, 2 architecturally unique and memorable buildings with capacity for between 750-1,000 delegates. There are also several dedicated conference centres such as Beaumanor Hall Conference Centre and the Pera Innovation Park Conference Centre, which is situated in 14 acres of scenic grounds and offers flexible meeting and exhibition spaces able to accommodate 500 delegates for corporate events. The Peepul Centre is a multi-purpose venue whilst prestigious sporting venues with extensive conference and banqueting facilities include Leicester City FC, Leicestershire County Cricket Club, Leicester Tigers, Leicester Racecourse and Conference Centre and Donnington Park, which alone boasts a conference and exhibition centre with capacity for 2,500 delegates. Academic venues in the area are also highly experienced in providing adaptable spaces for conferences, meetings, training events, corporate hospitality and weddings including De Montfort University, Holywell Park Conference Centre located on the forest edge, Loughborough Campus Conference and Sports Venue and the University of Leicester. Loughborough Town Hall, a civic venue, and the Haymarket Theatre, a cultural venue, offer a choice of conference and meeting rooms whilst those looking for something a little more unusual will appreciate Melton Mowbray Market and the award winning National Space Centre, again a distinctive and unique venue sure to surprise delegates. The historic Empire Conference and Banqueting Hall and stately home Stanford Hall add elegant grandeur to banquets, hospitality events and corporate retreats whilst amongst the numerous impressive conference-minded hotels in the county are the modern Barcelo Hinckley Island Hotel, Mercure Leicester City Hotel, Burleigh Court Conference Centre and Hotel and the captivating Stapleford Park, an exquisite country house hotel and 500 acre estate perfectly for teambuilding events and corporate activities, banqueting, conferences, corporate retreats and weddings. Major hotel groups represented in Leicestershire include Brook Hotels, Campanile, Days Inn, Hilton, Liquid and Marriott.
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Choose the Mercure Leicester hotel where Victorian charm meets modern comfort in Leicester's city centre. Just 26 miles from East Midlands Airport and 500 metres from Leicester railway station, the hotel is a great location to do business. Our 10 flexible meeting can host anything from an intimate meeting for 10 to a conference for 400...
Ideally situated in the Midlands our luxury accommodation, 18 hole championship length golf course and leisure club makes BEST WESTERN PLUS Ullesthorpe Court Hotel an ideal location when visiting Hinckley, Rugby, Coventry and Leicester and we are only a ten minute drive from Magna Park Distirbution Centre, Lutterworth.
Stapleford Park has 55 bedrooms and 9 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 200 theatre style. Business facilities are available for use by delegates. This award winning venue boasts 2 restaurants and 1 bar. The venue has grounds available for events. Stapleford Park has 75 on-site parking spaces.
Leicester Tigers match days are an incredible experience, but we don't just play Rugby. Welford Road is open every day for business and pleasure, from product launches, conferences, exhibitions, gala dinners, weddings and family parties, whatever the occasion the stadium is a superb venue.
From £29.95 + VAT Day Delegate Rate we are the ideal venue to hold meetings away from the office environment. Easy to find, just off J12 A/M42. 3 purpose built conference rooms, 89 bedrooms, 2 restaurants, great leisure facilities. 24 Hour Delegate Packages available, in house fitness team and therapists can provide unique addition to eve...
Combine your meeting with excellent accommodation and fine food for the perfect business stay in a modern hotel with top-class amenities in a quiet suburb of the city. Comfortable and well-equipped conference facilities can seat up to 400 delegates.
This hotel has meeting room facilities and we've everything for a successful meeting; easy booking, good quality rooms and great service.
Westfield House Hotel in Leicester offers 48 spacious and modern bedrooms as well as suites, a restaurant, 4 meeting rooms and indoor swimming pool and spa, Restaurant and Bar.
Located in the heart of the Midlands, one mile north of Leicester City Centre, the National Space Centre is the ideal venue to hold an event that is out of this world. Whether you are organising a seminar for 30 or a stylish drinks reception for 300, let us provide you with a fascinating backdrop, first class catering and excellent servi...
Burleigh Court is the UK's most extensive 4 star conference centres and hotel, with 225 quality bedrooms ranging from luxury executive suites to standard ensuites, top specification training rooms and a versatile exhibition area, superb restaurant and private dining.
3 large conference and event rooms break down into 9 smaller rooms - ideal for conferences, exhibitions, product launches, interviews and dinners. Maximum 250 delegates theatre style. Rooms have air conditioning and natural daylight. 61 bedrooms. Hotel has easy access to M1 and A14. Direct trains to London and Sheffield from local station...
Highpoint has 28 bedrooms and 15 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 130 theatre style. Business facilities are available for use by delegates. This venue boasts 1 restaurant and 1 bar. The venue has grounds available for events. Highpoint has 65 on-site parking spaces. Free wifi available
The Fieldhead Hotel Markfield near Leicester offers 3 Conference rooms with a capacity of up to a maximum of 60 people Theatre Style and FREE WiFi throughout the whole hotel. With 28 Bedrooms in the heart of the Leicestershire village of Markfield the Fieldhead has easy access via the M1 Jct 22 and A50.
The Rothley Court Hotel near Leicester has 4 conference rooms up to a maximum of 85 people Theatre Style FREE WiFi throughout the hotel. With 30 bedrooms in the heart of the Leicestershire town of Rothley with easy access to Leicester via the A6 only a short drive from M1 Jct 21a via A46
Donington Park is the ideal venue for conferences ranging in capacity from 2 to 800 delegates with 80% of the UK being within 2 hours driving distance of Derby. Often our customers choose Donington because it adds uniqueness and excitement to any product launch, conference or event, meaning delegates will remember their day even more.
If you are looking for a venue for your next event, be it a formal AGM or product launch or less formal business meeting, you need look no further than Pera's Midlands based Conference & Meeting facilities. Set in 14 acres of landscaped grounds in the heart of Leicestershire, the centre is the ideal choice for events that attract from 5 t...
The University enables easy access for national and international delegates. From self-catered to full service residential conferences, a dedicated attentive team ensure your requirements are met. Accommodation has been awarded a 3 star Campus accreditation by Visit Britain and a member of AIM gives you confidence in our high standards t...
Set amongst twelve acres of landscaped gardens, Scalford Hall captures the true escence of an Edwardian Country House. At the heart of Leicestershire’s picturesque countrywide this delightful venue provides a refreshing change from the pressures of contemporary business life, allowing the business in hand uninterrupted focus.
Situated close to the heart of Leicester City with stunning views over-looking 200 acres, The Leicester Racecourse and Conference Centre offers a wide range of facilities for conferences, training days, private parties and corporate hospitality.
Excellent conference facilities are offered at the Whipper In Hotel in Oakham. Functions for up to 100 are catered for with care and flair, and our experienced team of kitchen and restaurant staff presents delicious cuisine and a professional image.