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Description

Originally designed in 1936 by Robert Arthur Bullivant as an Odeon Cinema, the venue represented one of the largest, most extravagant buildings within the region comprising of simply one screen seating over 2000 guests. It was then subdivided into 4 screens in the 60s and remained closed throughout much of the 90s.The building has now been restored to its former glory, and as Athena retains its original art deco splendour, along with its reputation for being the leading venue within the region.As a landmark building situated within the cultural quarter of the city centre, Athena combines original features such as its exceptional acoustic insulation with state of the art technology, to provide an ideal venue for banquets, award ceremonies, conferences, weddings and social events. Centrally located within reach of all major road, rail and air networks, Athena boasts a capacity of 150-1500 guests, making the facility amongst the largest in the Midlands.

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Awards Awards - Best Venue Silver Awards
National Venue Awards - Winner Best Event Venue 500-1,000 attendees 2018
National Venue Awards - Silver Best Awards Ceremony Venue 2018
AGM
Awards Dinners
Charity Ball
Christmas Party
Conference
Congress
Corporate Hospitality
Dinner
Dinner Dance
Exhibition
Fashion Show
Gala Dinner
Meeting
Party
Presentation
Product Launch
Wedding

Restaurants/Cafes

Name
Banqueting Menu
Type of Cuisine
-
Awards
-
Total Capacity
0

Food & Beverages

Menu
Fork Buffet
Canapes
3 Course Meal
Hot Sandwich Rolls
Tea/Coffee + Danish

Bars

Name
Deco Bar
Type of Bar
Fully stocked - beers, wines and spirits
Opening times
-
Total Capacity
400
Name
Cinema Bar
Type of Bar
Fully stocked - beers, wines and spirits
Opening times
-
Total Capacity
600
Name
Foyer Bar
Type of Bar
Fully stocked - beers, wine and spirits
Opening times
-
Total Capacity
500
Name
Foyer Bar
Type of Bar
Fully stocked - beers, wine and spirits
Opening times
-
Total Capacity
500
Name
Foyer Bar
Type of Bar
Fully stocked - beers, wines and spirits
Opening times
-
Total Capacity
500
Name
Balcony Bar
Type of Bar
Fully stocked - beers, wines and spirits
Opening times
-
Total Capacity
400

OnSite Facilities

  • Wedding Licence
  • Ballroom
  • Auditorium
  • Cooking room
  • Theatre

OffSite Facilities

  • Casino
  • Cinema
  • Go-Karting
  • Golf

Equipment

  • Computer Equipment
  • LCD/Data Projector
  • Lectern
  • PA System
  • AV technician
  • Microphone
  • Radio Microphone
  • Screen

Meeting and event room capacities

 BoardroomCabaretClassroomClassroom with back projectionDinnerDinner DanceExhibitionReceptionTheatreTheatre with Back ProjectionU-shape
City View Lounge--------60--
Deco Lounge-------300---
Foyer-------150---
The Cinema Suite-480400850700650600-10001000-
The Gallery-240300-400400--400--
  Rate Ex/Inc (GBP) Package details
Midweek Day DelegateFrom £59.95
(Ex Tax)

Exclusive use of the venue with flexible access and de-rig times
In-house technical support provided 
Complimentary 500Mb dedicated leased line fibre Wi-Fi to ensure uninterrupted connectivity
Registration area available in the main foyer
Cloakroom service 
Full use of the in-house RCF sound system
Comprehensive in-house lighting system and rig
10m x 5m cinema screen for large-scale visual presentations
Three Christie laser projectors for high-resolution projection
Two 120” retractable projector screens for flexible content display
Purpose-built stage suitable for presentations, panels, or performances
Handheld microphones and two LED lecterns for speaker support
Three changing rooms
Arrival service: tea, coffee, orange juice, pastries, and fresh fruit
Mid-morning break: tea, coffee, and biscuits
Afternoon break: tea, coffee, and a selection of protein bars or biscuits
Lunch service: a freshly prepared two-course hot fork or finger buffet, served with fruit juices and water

Evening Delegate From £54.95
(Ex Tax)

Exclusive use of the venue with flexible access and de-rig times Dedicated Event Managers to ensure smooth running of the event In house technical support Complimentary fibre WIFI Round tables, linen, chairs and house centre pieces Use of In-house Ethos 1 Pro-Logic Sound System In House Lighting System & Rig 10m x 5m Cinema Screen 3 Fixed Plasma Screens 3 Laser Christie Projectors 2 x 120” Retractable Projector Screens Purpose built stage for entertainment Data Connection & Real Time Liv

Evening Dinner From £49.95
(Ex Tax)

Exclusive use of the venue with flexible access and de-rig times 
Dedicated event managers to ensure smooth running of the event
In house technical support 
Complimentary 500mb dedicated leased line fibre WIFI 
Use of broadcast quality In-house Ethos 1 Pro-Logic Sound System 
Extensive in-house lighting system & rig
1 central projection screen (10m x 5m) with 10,000 lumens HD laser projector. 
3 Laser Christie Projectors
2 x 120” retractable projector screens
Purpose built stage for awards entertainment 
Data connection & real time live feed
Handheld microphones & LED lectern
Staffed cloakroom
Three changing rooms with en-suite toilets 
Three course sit down meal served with coffee and mints
Free bottle of champagne for top table or raffle prize if required. 
Security personnel for front doors
Uniformed bar and waiting staff 
Red carpet on arrival 

Room Hire only From £6500.00
(Ex Tax)

Exclusive use of the venue with flexible access and de-rig times 
In house technical support 
Complimentary 500mg dedicated leased line fibre WIFI
Round tables, linen, chairs, set up as required
Registration area in foyer
Use of In-house Ethos 1 Pro-Logic Sound System 
In House Lighting System & Rig
10m x 5m Cinema Screen
3 Fixed Plasma Screens
3 Laser Christie Projectors
2 x 120” Retractable Projector Screens
Purpose built stage 
Data Connection & Real Time Live Feed
Handheld Microphones & Lectern
Staffed cloakroom
Three changing rooms with en-suite toilets

Address

Queen Street

Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 1QD

Pickup/Drop off

Directly outside main doors

Parking

  • 500 Offsite Car spaces
  • 120 Onsite Car spaces

Nearest Train Stations

  • Leicester 0.30 miles
  • South Wigston 3.67 miles
  • Syston 4.48 miles

Nearest Airports

  • East Midlands Airport 15.90 miles
  • Birmingham International Airport 28.78 miles
  • Doncaster/ Sheffield - Robin Hood Airport 59.05 miles

Nearest Motorways

  • M1 JCT 21 3.79 miles
  • M1 JCT 21A 3.89 miles
  • M69 JCT 3 3.97 miles

Venue Contact Details

Email: sim@athenacb.co.uk
Email: hira@athenacb.co.uk;sim@athenacb.co.uk

Other Contacts

Hira Ram-Hawkins
Email: hira@athenacb.co.uk
Tel: 0116 2626556
Simrin Singh
Email: sim@athenacb.co.uk
Tel: 07725783137