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The Duchess Suite

Wood Norton is no stranger to business. After World War II, when it had been used as an emergency broadcasting base and monitoring service, it became a BBC training centre and

conference facility and was often used as a film location, and for radio recordings.

This is a wonderful peaceful location, where minds can be fully focused on business, ensuring maximum productivity. It’s also a superb environment in which to relax once work is finished

for the day, when you can enjoy fine food and wine and the comfortable fireside armchairs of this listed Victorian mansion.

The Wood Norton offers:The Duchess Suite - A New Conference Venue accommodating a maximum of

150 Theatre Style (Available from December 2013)The Boardroom for executive meetings of up to 16 people

The Old Kitchen for meetings of 15 - 25 peopleFour Syndicate rooms accommodating 2 - 12 people

30 Pear Tree Mews Bedrooms20 Main Hall Bedrooms including 4 Feature Bedrooms and 2 Suites

Chic Bar with a specially commissioned Pewter Bar TopTraditional Wood Panelled Restaurant serving contemporary British Cuisine

Complimentary WIFI30 minutes south of BirminghamI

10 Miles from Junction 6 of the M5 and 1.5 hours from London by Train or CarComplimentary Parking

The Wood Norton, Worcester Road, Wood Norton, Evesham, Worcs WR11 4YBT: 0138 6 765 611 | E: [email protected] | W: www.thewoodnorton.com

Our beautiful, easy to access county has greatvenues and many varied things to do.The Conference Worcestershire Bureau currently represents over 40 venues across the whole ofthe county. Our free venue finding service can help you source the perfect venue for yourconference, meeting or event, suitable for your budget.

This hassle free service is brought to you in partnership with Worcester based BookOTel, who havealmost 20 years experience in venue finding.

Let Conference Worcestershire assess your event criteria so you can choose from a variety ofsuitable venues including luxury hotels, state-of-the-art conference centres, quirky venues,sporting stadiums, stately homes, venues with green credentials plus so many more!

To submit your enquiry call:01905 732962 or email: [email protected] you book directly with the venue please don't forget to quote ‘Conference Worcestershire’ at thetime of booking.

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How to Find Us:Worcestershire’s location in the heart of England makes itextremely accessible and closer than you think. If you areflying into the area, then Birmingham International Airportis approximately 40 minutes away, Manchester is 2 hours,Heathrow is 2 hours 10 minutes and Gatwick is 2 hours 50minutes. Worcestershire also has excellent road links to themajor motorways (M5/M6/M40/M42/M50) and London isonly 21/2 hours away.

Public Transport:Worcestershire is easily accessible by public transport,located on the London Paddington and Birmingham NewStreet direct line service as well as easy access to BristolTemple Meads, Cardiff Central and many destinationsbeyond via train and coach.

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Chateau Impney Hotel & Exhibition Centre

The meeting suites in the main Chateau canaccommodate anywhere from 8 to 160 people,making them ideal for board meetings andaway days. Our purpose-built Conference &Events Centre and the expansive ImpneyRegent Centre, one of the Midlands’ largestexhibition spaces, are perfect for conferences,exhibitions and product launches, with theability to accommodate up to 1,250 delegates.

Bromsgrove Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 0BNwww.chateau-impney.com

Please submit aConferenceWorcestershire enquiry to get the best ratesavailable

Venue:72

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Capacity:30 1200 20160 400 170 400 800 2000

Brockencote Hall Hotel

A Victorian country manor house set in 70acres of beautiful parkland, complete with scenic lake and glimpses of the famed MalvernHills in the distance. Well established as one ofthe finest luxury hotels and restaurants inWorcestershire, Brockencote Hall has won ahost of awards for levels of comfort and hospitality as well as two AA Rosettes for it’scuisine. The dining experience is enhanced bypanoramic views and a superb wine cellar.

Chaddesley Corbett, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 4PYwww.brockencotehall.com

Rates:Day Delegate RateFrom £4524hr Delegate RateFrom £165

Venue:21 60 2

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:30 18 18 18 15 80

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Farncombe Conference Centre

Companies love to meet, train and team buildat Farncombe Conference Centre. Our Heart ofEngland location, between Stratford-upon-Avonand Cheltenham, is perfect for delegates arriving from all corners of the UK. We are easily reached from the M5 and M40 and bytrain from London. But a really good “location”is not merely about motorways, it’s about mindset. We think we can change yours, with ourbreath taking views, stunning parkland settingand dedicated business environment.

Farncombe Estate, Broadway, Worcestershire, WR12 7LJwww.farncombeconferencecentre.com

Rates:Day Delegate Rate 38 +VAT24hr Delegate Rate From £135 +VATDinner B&B from £97 +VAT

Venue:89 200 5

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:11 120 2050 80 40 70

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Elim Conference Centre

Elim Conference Centre is ideally located in thepicturesque Malvern Hills. With its unspoiltbeauty and stunning scenery, the site is a wonderful spot for a getaway or retreat, andperfect for residential or day conferences,training events and holiday weeks. The centrehas been refurbished to a high standard andoffers fully equipped conference/meetingrooms, a private informal coffee lounge withcomfy sofas and even a 240 seat theatre. Allbedrooms are en-suite.

De Walden Road, West Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 4DFwww.elimconferencecentre.co.uk

Rates:Overnight - £64/£72Two Nights - £127/£144Weekly - £378/428Prices are all-inclusive (meetingroom, bedroom, F&B, facilities)

Venue:21 80

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Capacity:3 240 2024 100 24 21 80

Eastnor Castle

Eastnor Castle is a luxury venue for teambuilding and activity days, meetings,conferences, private dining and parties. We can seat from 10 to 150 guests for dinner,up to 600 in a marquee and our sumptuousbedrooms can be used by groups wishing tostay overnight. The castle is situated in theMalvern Hills, located in the heart of a 5,000acre estate, yet only ten minutes from themotorway network.

Eastnor, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1RLwww.eastnorcastle.com

Rates:Day Hire£2,500 +VATEvening Hire£2,500 +VATDay/Evening Hire£4,000 +VATDinner, B&B£295pp +VAT(minimum 10 guests)

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Capacity:3 120 2050 100 80 150


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Capacity:1004 50 80 60 40 100

Colwall Park Hotel, Bar & Restaurant

Renowned for superb food and friendly efficient service, Colwall Park enjoys a peacefulvillage location halfway between the Cotswoldsand Welsh Marshes, just 15 minutes fromM5/M50. Enjoy welcoming country-house style complete with walks on the Malvern Hillsdirect from our gardens! Dine on gourmet foodin our award winning Seasons Restaurant; tryour popular Lantern Bar, a meeting place forlocals and residents alike.

Walwyn Road, Colwall, Malvern, WR13 6QGwww.colwall.co.uk

Rates:Day Delegate Rate£50 inc VAT24hr Delegate Rate£150 inc VAT

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Hilton Birmingham Bromsgrove

Whatever the occasion, we offer the flexibility,impeccable service and an excellent central location to host all types of events. From business meetings for five or conferences for 225 delegates, to a product launch or a gala ball, our nine meeting rooms and function suites are available to suit your needs. Our dedicated and professional Events Coordinators will attend to every detail to ensure a successful and unforgettable meeting.

Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0JBwww.hilton.com/bromsgrove

Rates:Day Delegate RateFrom £2924hr Delegate RateFrom £129

Venue:148 220 2

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:9 225 2068 120 75 120 170 444

Holiday Inn Express - Birmingham Redditch

Award-winning town centre hotel adjacent toRedditch train station on the Birmingham NewStreet service (20mins).Two vibrant air conditioned meeting roomswith natural daylight for 2-50 delegates withHigh-Speed Wi-Fi, complimentary Tea/Coffee,Biscuits, Mineral Water and Parking.Great Room Restaurant serving freshlyprepared evening meals and superb conference lunches.

2 Hewell Road, Enfield, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 6AEwww.hieredditchhotel.com

Rates:Room Hire - from £100Day Delegate Rate£26pp24hr Delegate Rate from£105pp

Venue:100 100 2

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:2 50 2020 19 26 42.3

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Mount Pleasant Hotel

Enjoy the excellent service and comfortablesurroundings of a family run hotel, with beautiful views. Our versatile conference facilities, range of AV equipment, togetherwith maximum support and assistance, ensurea successful meeting or event. Catering optionsto suit all budgets and dietary requirements.Located on the A449, approx 8 miles fromJunctions 7/8 of the M5 motorway. GreatMalvern railway station nearby.

50 Belle Vue Terrace, Great Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 4PZwww.mountpleasanthotel.co.uk


Venue:15 20

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:3 100 2050 80 40 28 70 90

Holland House Conference Centre

Main Street, Cropthorne, Pershore WR10 3NBwww.hollandhouse.org

Holland House stands in three acres ofbeautiful gardens alongside the River Avon. Itoffers a drawing room, library and beameddining room in the old house, together with aconference room in the newer part of thehouse and a self contained meeting room setwithin the grounds.

Holland House provides quiet spaces to reflecton the bigger things in life to all visitors whocome to enjoy our wonderful gardens,delicious food and warm hospitality.

Please submit aConferenceWorcestershire enquiry to get the best rates available

Venue:27 25

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:1 60 2030 40 20 40 60

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Venue:5 150

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Capacity:150 2030 80 25 60 100 126

Stanbrook Abbey

Historic former Benedictine Abbey, nowrenovated into a stunning events venue, idealfor meetings, drinks receptions, private diningand weddings. With a range of unique functionspaces, ranging from the breathtaking formerchurch, the magnificent arched cloisters, to thecosy and elegantly appointed library bar, allboasting the Victorian grandeur of this Pugindesigned building. Totally unique and a venueyour delegates will remember.

Jennet Tree Lane, Callow End, Worcestershire, WR2 4TDwww.stanbrookabbey.com

Rates:Day DelegateFrom £45pp24 Hour DelegateFrom £170pp

Pershore College

Established as a College in 1954, PershoreCollege is set in a 60 hectare site withlandscape gardens open to the public, with several national plant collections. The beautiful surrounds together with modernfacilities makes Pershore College an ideallocation for any meetings or training events

Avonbank, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 3JPwww.warwickshire.ac.uk


Venue:97

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Capacity:5 180 2026 40 22 40

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The Abbey Hotel

The Abbey Hotel has a town centre locationwith 78 parking spaces, loungebar serving light meals and drinks, and arestaurant offering 3 course menu.The hotel also features function andconferencing facilities, and free WiFithroughout.The 103 bedrooms feature working space,satellite TV, hospitality tray,ironing centre and hairdryers.

Abbey Road, Great Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3ET www.sarova.com

Meetings:Syndicate room hire from£85.00Day delegates rate from £35.0024 hour rate from £128.00 Private dining from £28.50 per person inc 3 course meal

Bedrooms:Best available accommodationroom rates from £70.00

Venue:103

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Capacity:300 85 20150 75 120 275 227

Suite:Function 2 30 2020 30

Suite:Cedars 20 12 2012 8

St Andrews Town Hotel

A stunning family owned Country House Hotel inDroitwich Spa. Conveniently positioned just 3 milesfrom Junction 5 of the M5 and 25 minutes fromBirmingham, International Airport.Set in delightful and peaceful gardens, our Hotel isthe perfect setting for conferences, meetings andaway days. With 3 varying sized meeting rooms wecan accommodate anywhere from 6 to 90 delegates.We have 31 ensuite bedrooms. Add to this unlimitedcomplimentary WIFI, a comprehensive selection ofequipment, a team of expert chefs to cater for yourday and a choice of packages to suit every budget, theSt. Andrews Town Hotel is the perfect choice for allyour conferencing needs.

St. Andrews Drive, Worcester Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 8ALwww.st-andrewshotel.com

Delegate Prices:Cedar Package £14.95 per person (½ Day Meeting)

Executive Package £22.95 per person (8 Hour Room Hire)

Heritage Package £29.95 per person(8 Hour Room Hire)

24hr Delegates £125.00 per personVenue:

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The Elms Hotel & Spa

The Elms is the ideal business venue for meetingsand corporate events; allowing participants to escape and take some quality time to focus in abeautiful 10 acre historic setting. Delegates willenjoy the comfort, quality and unique atmosphereeach meeting room and bedroom has to offer.This includes high ceilings, plenty of natural daylight with traditional features such as fireplaces and chandeliers; along with plenty ofother perks for delegates staying the night including usage of our fantastic spa facilities.

Stockton Road, Abberley, Worcestershire, WR6 6ATwww.theelmshotel.co.uk

Rates:Day Delegate Rate£5524hr Delegate RateFrom £165Peak Time - £205

Venue:23 100 1

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:3 65 2026 30 22 60

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The Abbey Hotel Golf & Spa

Set in 175-acres of Worcestershire countryside,the Abbey Hotel features 100 contemporarybedrooms. There are wonderful activities onsiteincluding a championship 18 hole golf course,plus a superb health club and spa. Enjoy twodining experiences, including; fine dining in the Bramblings Restaurant and pub classics inTawnys Bar. All this combined with large banqueting and meeting rooms available to hire, makes the Abbey an Ideal base for exploring Worcestershire.

Hither Green Lane, Off Dagnell End Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 9BE

www.theabbeyhotel.co.uk

Rates:Day Delegate Rate £29-£6024hr Delegate Rate £129-£170

Venue:100 170

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:7 180 2050 80 50 80 140 307

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The Wood Norton

Worcester Road, Evesham, WR11 4YBwww.thewoodnorton.com

Rates:Day DelegateFrom £4524 Hour DelegateFrom £170

The Wood Norton is an early 19th century boutique hotel with original wood panelled interiors.The hotel offers fifty bedrooms, including five spectacular suites, a restaurant using the finest local produce, contemporary bar, state of theater boardroom and meeting facilities for up to 150 with outdoor team building groups located in the extensive grounds.

Venue:50 50 1

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:TBA 120 2030 90 40 60 120 218.5

University of Worcester

The University of Worcester is the ideal location for Conferences, with excellentfacilities, either on our St. John’s Campus, a short distance from the the centre ofWorcester, or our City Campus located in thecity centre. We offer a range of venues forconferences, seminars, presentations,exhibitions, meetings, events and celebrations.During the summer months we can offer arange of residential accommodation.

Henwick Grove, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 6AJwww.worc.ac.uk

Rates:Day Delegate Rate£22.80-£28.8024hr Delegate Rate£80-£120

Venue:1000 500 10

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Capacity:40+ 200 2040 150 30 40 150

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Capacity:3 60 2020 40 26 60 60 AOR

The Old Rectory Hotel

The Old Rectory Hotel offers high qualityconferencing and hospitality solutions with adifference. There are three unique venues toaccommodate all your business and conferenceneeds. The Wren room; board room style up tosixteen delegates. The Stables; theatre style upto 60 delegates. The Drawing room; perfect forinformal meetings.

Ipsley Lane, Ipsley, Redditch, Hereford and Worcester, B98 0APwww.theoldrectory-hotel.co.uk


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Menzies Birmingham Stourport Manor

Located near Kidderminster the MenziesBirmingham Stourport Manor is acontemporary country house hotel set in23 acres offerring an excellent selection of nine function suites along with a self-contained training centre withseating for up to 30 delegates with three adjoining syndicate rooms andextensive grounds for team building

35 Hartlebury Road, Stourport on Severn, DY13 9JAwww.menzieshotels.co.uk

Delegate Prices:£30 per delegate

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Avoncroft Museum

The unique home for historic buildings whichhave been rescued from demolition and rebuiltin a beautiful corner of Worcestershire’s ruralcountryside. Guesten Hall is the largest of ourconference rooms and has a Grade II listedroof. Above Guesten Hall is the Weaver Gallery,an ideal break out space which can hold up to35 people. The Long Room is an attractiveroom on the upper level of a half timbered16th century String of Horses building rescusedfrom Shrewsbury.

Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 4JRwww.avoncroft.org.uk

Rates:From £8.50 - £24.50 +VAT

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Capacity:2 120 100 60 90 160

Artrix

Artix provide a year round programme oftheatre, dance, music, comedy, cinema andworkshops in its 300-seat auditorium, 90 seatstudio and 4 meeting rooms. Near to the M5and M42, we are ideally sited for anything from a regional conference to local businessmeetings.

School Drive, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 1AXwww.artrix.co.uk


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Chamber of Commerce (Herefordshire & Worcestershire)

Our training rooms are spacious and well-equipped. Situated just minutes from Junction 6 of the M5, our facilities are suitable formeetings, away days, training sessions or evenjust for some thinking space. Delegates will begreeted by our courteous and professional staffand our rooms provide the perfect setting foryour requirements. Flip charts, laptop/PCs, plasmascreens for presentations, DVD/Video players. Refreshments are included and buffet lunches can be ordered (from £5 per head).

Severn House, Prescott Drive, Warndon Business Park, Worcester, WR4 9NEwww.hwchamber.co.uk

Rates:Half Day Rate - £90*Full Day Rate - £150*+VAT*From £70 and £120 respectively for Chamber ofCommerce Members.Prices vary depending onroom capacity

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Charles Hastings Education Centre

CHEC isn’t just designed as a state-of-the-art facility for the education and training of healthcarestaff in Worcestershire. CHEC also provides great solutions for commercial bookings throughout theyear including evenings and weekends. We are conveniently located on the site of WorcestershireRoyal Hospital, we are just 5 minutes from J6 or J7 of the M5 and have extensive dedicated FREE parking.

CHEC is the perfect venue for your next training event,conference or business meeting, and don’t forget tocheck our great offers for bookings during eveningsand weekends.

Worcester Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5www.chec-worcester.co.uk


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Capacity:170 30 2080 40 30 170 AOR

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Becketts Farm, Restaurant & Conference Facilities

Prime location junction 3 off the M42, Beckettsconference has 6 different conference roomscatering from 2-60 delegates. Becketts farm is a venue with a difference and includes an onsite farm shop, resturant and cookery school.

A.E Beckett & Sons, Heath Farm, Wythall, Birmingham, B47 6AJwww.beckettsfarm.co.uk


100 170

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The Elgar Birthplace Museum

The Carice Elgar Room is the ideal venue in the heart of the Worcestershire countryside overlooking the Malvern Hills and within easy reach of Worcester’s main transport networks. An attractive and versatile space located within the Elgar Birthplace Museum. Its fully accessible with disabled facilities and catering by arrangement.

Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester, WR2 6RHwww.elgarmuseum.org email. [email protected]

Room Hire:From £50.00

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Museum of Royal Worcester

Located in the historic quarter of Worcester,close to the cathedral with excellent transportlinks by road, rail or air. The sumptuous displayscover 250 years of production by Royal Worcester and offer a unique back drop formeetings and conferences, providing a professional and comfortable environment. A wide range of facilities are included and refreshments are served on finest RoyalWorcester china!

Severn Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2NDwww.museumofroyalworcester.org

Exhibition Hall Rates:Full Day - £100Half Day - £75Evening - £150Museum & Gallery Rates supplied on request

'Royal Worcester' and the c51 crown device are registered by andused under kind permission from Portmeirion Group UK Ltd to whom all rights are reserved.

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Capacity:1 60 2025 16 18 80 72

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Hagley Hall

Hagley Hall, last of the great Palladin houses,with its rich Rococo decoration and 350 acresof picturesque parkland, offers a splendid andunique venue for corporate events. The StateRooms boast ornate plasterwork, exquisite silkwall coverings and crystal chandeliers. The Lyttleton Suite offers a lounge, bar and dancefloor for evening entertainment. The versatilityof the Hall means you can choose to have aconference, drinks reception or banquet. Marquees can also be arranged.

Hagley, Worcestershire, DY9 9LGwww.hagleyhall.com

Rates:Half Day Delegate Rate£45 +VATFull Day Delegate Rate£75 +VATBanquetFrom £60 per head

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The Hive

Worcestershire's landmark building hosts thepublic and University library, the County's Archiveand Archaeology Service and the Hub. Situated ina convenient central location in Worcester withpicturesque surroundings, The Hive makes anideal place to meet, research and learn. The Business Centre at The Hive offers a place tomeet, network and research. Multi-functionalmeeting, conference and event rooms are alsoavailable to book.

Sawmill Walk, The Butts, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 3PBwww.thehiveworcester.org

Rates:Prices start from £15 per hour.

Malvern College

With our stunning setting on the slopes of theMalvern Hills only one hour from Birmingham orBristol, three hours from London and within 20minutes of the M5, Malvern Events provides aninspirational yet practical location for conferences,meetings and events.

College Road, Malvern WR14 3DLwww.malverncentral.co.uk

Rates:from £40 +VAT

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Severn Valley Railway

Alveley room at the Engine House available forsmaller groups meetings/events. Dining saloonavailable on train for small groups (20 approx).All within heritage stem railway setting.

The Railway Station, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1BGwww.svr.co.uk

Rates:Varies depending on package - Besposke Solutions.

Venues:On Train or Engine House

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Old Halesonians Rugby Football Club

The Wychbury Room is the ideal venue for weddings, receptions,special occasions, business seminars, social events and more.The Old Halesonians Association is situated at Wassell Grove in 23acres of open countryside, overlooked by the Clent and WychburyHills and within a half mile of the historic Hagley Hall.Within easy access from the M5 motorway and boasting parkingfacilities for 250 vehicles it is the ideal venue for weddings,receptions, special occasions, business seminars and social events.The beautiful countryside setting and comfortable room facilitiesoffer an environment conductive to both business and specialoccasions.For that special event we can offer a full banqueting menu preparedin our kitchens, with silver service up to 124 covers, or cater to yourown requirements. For business seminars and meetings we offer acomprehensive breakfast or buffet lunch menu or simply tea/coffeeand pastries - whatever suits your requirements.

Wassell Grove, Hagley, Nr. Stourbridge, West Midlands DY9 9JPwww.oldhalesrfc.co.uk


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Sixways Stadium

Sixways is situated in the heart of the Midlands just seconds off Junction 6 of the M5 motorway. Sixways is the ideal location for conference and events.Suitable for meetings from 1 to 1000 delegates. Sixways is a versatile, flexible andhigh quality venue offering value for moneyand a first class service to make your meetingunique to you.

Worcester Warriors, Warriors Way, Worcester, WR3 8ZEwww.sixwaysevents.co.uk

Rates:£36 including VAT

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Capacity:TBA? 1000 20800 80 TBA? 800

Farncombe Conference Centre

Farncombe Conference Centre is one of thebest Teambuilding Venues in the Midlands.With 400 acres of stunning private Cotswoldcountryside, we are perfect for corporate awaydays and get-togethers. We have 13 EyeOpeners – our own activities that enhance yourtraining objectives – and many more uniqueideas besides.

Farncombe Estate, Broadway, Worcestershire, WR12 7LJ www.farncombeestate.co.uk/conferencing

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Capacity:11 120 2050 78 40 71 120 400 acres

Rates:Day Delegate Rate 38 +VAT24hr Delegate Rate From £135 +VATDinner B&B from £97 +VAT

Business Tourism

Three Counties Centre

Contemporary, versatile and spacious, the ThreeCounties Centre comprises 2,900 square metresof multi-functional accommodation arrangedon two levels, complete with an ExecutiveBoardroom and break out suites. Whetheryou're in the business of conferences,exhibitions and seminars, or product launches,video shoots, parties and weddings, it's a trulysuperb venue in charming, green and peacefulsurroundings.

The Showground, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13 6NWwww.threecountiescentre.co.uk


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Wasesley Hills Country Park

Situated amongst 150 acres of award winningcountry park, the Christopher Cadbury Roomoffers an alternative venue for a conference,meeting, training or team building event. Withsuperb panoramic views, a large picnic area,valleys and woodlands rich in wildlife, WaseleyHills offers a peaceful escape to the countryside.

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Gannow Green Lane, Rubery, Birmingham, B45 9ATwww.worcestershire.gov.uk/countryside

Rates:Woodland Room Charges:Christopher Cadbury Room Charges:Standard private charge£65 per session / £90 all dayCounty Council/public sector£40 per session / £65 all dayCharitable organisation£35 per session / £50 all day


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CHOOSETHE BEST...CONFERENCING FACILITIES ATTHE HAWTHORNSThe Hawthorns, home of West Bromwich Albion Football Club, boasts a range of function rooms designed with comfort, versatility and optimum performance in mind to ensure maximum client satisfaction.

The Hawthorns is one of the most easily accessible conferencing venues in the country, located at the heart of the Midlands, just a few minutes from Junction 1 of the M5 and with a direct rail and metro link to Birmingham City Centre.

In recent times extensive refurbishment works have ensured that we continue to offer the absolute best facilities, with our Richardson Suite the pinnacle of our Conferencing and Hospitality offering.

For more information please contact our dedicated Conference & Banqueting team now on 0871 271 9820, we look forward to welcoming you to West Bromwich Albion.

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Venue:300

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:300 25 40 300 567

West Midland Safari Park inc Spring Grove House,Cellarz and Tree Tops Pavilion

Three exciting venues - one extraordinary location: With versatile outdoor space suitablefor a variety of activities, plus a choice ofunique venues to entertain in exclusive style. Packages can be tailored to suitexact requirements, whether for a conference,training session or team building - impressivefacilities for special events.

West Midland Safari Park, Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcs, DY12 1LFwww.springgrovehouse.co.uk

Rates:Tree Tops PavilionFrom £27.50 + VATSpring Grove HouseFrom £35.50 + VAT

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Capacity:SGH: 4TT: 1

SGH: 100TT: 300

SGH: 60TT: 60

SGH: 110TT: 350

SGH: 60TT: 60

SGH: 160TT: 60

SGH: 200TT: 400

SGH: 192TT: 875

West Bromwich Albion FC

The Hawthorns, home to West BromwichAlbion Football Club and the perfect venue forany event. We offer a good central locationwith easy access to major motorway routes,metro and public transport. We have a widevariety of versatile, modern function roomscapable of hosting small meetings to largeconferences. Club memorabilia locatedthroughout the rooms. Tours of the groundavailable (pre-bookable).

The Hawthorns, Birmingham Road, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B71 4LFwww.thehawthornsstadium.co.uk

Rates:Full Day - £30pp

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Worcestershire County Cricket Club

New Road has been voted as one of the mostpicturesque cricket grounds in the world.With the Cathedral providing a stunning backdrop its the ideal venue, not only do we offer unrivalled hospitality during county championship cricket, we are also a fantasticvenue for Weddings, Private Functions, Conferences, Dinners and Product Launches.

County Ground, New Road, Worcester, WR2 4QQwww.wccc.co.uk

Delegate Rates:Half Day - £19.00 +vatFull Day - £25.00 +vat

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Conference Rooms:

Capacity:4 250 2060 150 70 120 220 268

Worcestershire Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs

Large spacious conference room with goodnatural light, situated in a quite location offthe A449. Minutes from M5 Junction 6.Ample on-site parking.Fully equipped with built in projector, WIFI,interactive smart board, audio loop, DVDplayer, speakers, flip chart, white board.Colour photocopier available.On site caterer.

Shires Farm, Hawford, Worcester, WR3 7SGwww.worcsyfc.org.uk

Rates:Half Day£90Full Day£170 all day (8 hrs)All refreshments includedin the above prices

Venue:60 4

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:1 80 2026 45 20 30 28 AUR


Wild Wood Rooms

A modern conference and meeting facility basedin Worcester countryside just minutes from J7,M5. Four meeting rooms to choose from with capacity from 2-40 delegates with ample freeparking and free tea or coffee.

Unit 2, The Triangle, Wild Wood Drive, Worcester, WRS 2QXwww.wildwoodrooms.co.uk

Rates:Room£110-£209 per dayHourly rates available upon request

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Conference Rooms:

Capacity:4 40 2026 26 26 26

Worcester Cathedral

We offer professional catering for a range ofevents that can be held in our function room.Further space is available in the unique settingsof the Chapter House, Cloister, College Hall,College Green and on occasions in themagnificent Cathedral Nave itself.

Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcester WR1 2LAwww.worcestercathedral.org.uk

Rates:Hickes Room£30 per hour +VAT Chapter House£370 per day +VAT

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Conference Rooms:

Capacity:50 40 55 40

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Worcester Racecourse

Nestling on the banks of the River Severn, theracecourse provides the perfect town centrevenue for all events including conferences,meetings, parties, weddings, fairs and exhibitions. Suites accommodate from 10 to300 people with ample free parking and outdoor areas for team building events. Easy access from the M5 motorway and 10minutes walk from Worcester Foregate Street train station.

Grandstand Road, Pitchcroft, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 3EJwww.worcester-racecourse.co.uk

Rates:Full Day - £24pp +VAT Half Day - Variable

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Conference Rooms:

Capacity:6 300 160 40 50 200 625

500 50

Worcester Guildhall

Available to hire for up to 200 guests, Worcester’shistoric Guildhall is the ideal venue for weddingceremonies, receptions and conferences. It is a truly beautiful building, dating back to 1721.The interior is superb, boasting exceptional perioddecoration, glittering chandeliers and fabulouspaintings. The Guildhall offers many stunningbackdrops for wedding photos - both inside, and in front of its ornate entrance.A range of rooms are available for hire, and on-sitecatering facilities are available too. We can assureyou of a warm welcome and attentive service.

Worcester Guildhall, High Street, WR1 2EYwww.worcester.gov.uk


Venue:100 170

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:7 180 2050 80 50 80 140 307

Worcester Woods Country Park

The Countryside Centre, an eco building withturf roof and wood fuel boiler is located in thegrounds of the award winning WorcesterWoods Country Park with its 100 acres ofwoodland and meadow. An ideal venue for aconference, meeting or team building eventwith quiet surroundings and the landscapedWorcestershire Garden. Situated only5 minutes from Junctions 6/7 of the M5.http://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/cms/pdf/Meeting%20Roo

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Wildwood Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 2LGwww.worcestershire.gov.uk/countryside

Rates:Woodland Room Charges:Standard private hire£85 session / £125 all dayCounty Council / public sector£60 session / £90 all dayCharitable organisation£45 session / £65 all day

Meadow Room Charges:Standard private hire £65 session / £90 all dayCounty Council / public sector £45 session / £65 all dayCharitable organisation£35 session / £50 all day

Pond Room Charges:Standard private hire£65 session / £90 all dayCounty Council / public sector£45 session / £65 all dayCharitable organisation£35 session / £50 all day

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Venue:60

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:Meadow/Pond 2 30 12

Capacity:Woodland 1 50 20 20

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Worcestershire Wildlife Trust

Lower Smite Farm is the perfect venue forbusiness meetings, conferences, training daysor family celebrations. Our three rooms plusadditional break out capacity canaccommodate small meetings or up to 90people. Conveniently located1 mile from Junction 6 of the M6 in anattractive natural setting. Free parking, Wi-Fiand audio visual equipment. Refreshments andcatering to suit your requirements.

Lower Smite Farm, Smite Hill, Hindlip, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 8SZwww.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk


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100 2

Conference Rooms:

Capacity:

4 90 50 50 50 50


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Go Ape Tree Top AdventureWyre Forest, near Kidderminster

Inspire, Motivate and Energise your tribe!Time for some monkey business. Get your tribeoff their laptops and into the tree tops for agreat team bonding day out in the forest. Your day could also include a variety of catering options from picnic lunches to forestBBQ’s, conference facilities, use of our ForestShelter, a dedicated host and African drumming. We want your Go Ape corporateday to be a day you and your tribe never forget, so to get you ready for your forest adventure chimply getin touch.

Wyre Forest, Callow Hill, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY14 9XQwww.goape.co.uk/corporateevents

Find out more and get a quote atgoape.co.uk/corporate orcall 0845 643 9312.

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Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb

Set in the heart of the Teme valley at thehistoric Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb motor racingvenue, The Courtyard facilities provide yourfunction with a unique countryside feel toescape the pressures of the towns and cities.The newly converted barns provide 2conference suites overlooking a lawnedcourtyard. The Shelsley Walsh Suite andStratstone Restaurant can cater from 20-80people in a number of different layouts.

Shelsley Walsh, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR6 6RPwww.shelsley-walsh.co.uk


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Conference Rooms:

Capacity:2 80 2040 64 40 40 80 792

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Upton Warren Outdoor Education Centre

Upton Warren Outdoor Education Centre offersa vast range of water sports and land basedactivities on its 40 acre site located just offJunction 5 of the M5. Indoor basic indoorspaces can be used for meetings, seminars andworkshops, whilst the outdoor facilities offeropportunities for a wide range of bespoke teambuilding activities. The centre’s experiencedteam will happily organise activity itinerariesthat meet a wide range of objectives. Bunkroom accommodation is available.

Upton Warren, Near Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7ERwww.uptonwarren.com

Rates:Prices from £45 pp per day'

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Capacity:3 100 50 50 50 120

Top Barn Activity Centre

Top Barn hosts a wide range of outdoor activities and team building opportunities tosuit all budgets and capabilities. There is achoice of 4 corporate packages that we havetailored to galvanise your team and inspire leaders amongst you. Each package is focusedon different areas of corporate development,offering team building, environmental sustainability, community projects and charitable fund raising. We cater for groupsfrom 10 up to 200, with conference facilitiesavailable for any size party.

Top Barn Farm, Holt Heath, Worcestershire, WR6 6NHwww.topbarnactivity.com

Rates:Contact the Activity Centrefor prices. Room Hire£25.00p/h +VAT.


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Belle House Event Catering

Restaurant quality food and a professionalservice at venues and private homes. Please give us a call on: 01386 555055.We listen to what you want and deliver yourevent with our professional, passionate andfriendly team

• WEDDINGS• PARTIES• CELEBRATIONS• BBQ’S & PICNICS

Bridge Street, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1AJwww.belle-house.co.uk

PSG Events Ltd

PSG Events are a conference and eventsproduction company. Supplier of professionalaudio visual equipment for hire to venuesacross the whole of Worcestershire and the UK.So for anything a desktop projector for yourpresentation through to your organisationsannual conference please give us a call on:01905 726 665.

• Conference & Event Production• Corporate Events• Road Shows• Product Launches• Audio Visual Equipment Rental• Meeting & Boardroom installations

Unit 11, Northbrook Close, Gregorys Mill, Ind. Estate, WR3 8BPwww.psgevents.com

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be confirmed when making a booking.

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