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Capacity: 3,700
Liverpool
Aintree Racecourse, home of the world-famous Grand National, is steeped in sporting history.
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Capacity: 240
Swindon
For top-class meetings, team building events and activities, look no further than Alexandra House.
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Capacity: 1,200
Dublin
As the home of Irish Rugby and Irish Football, the Aviva Stadium encapsulates the heartbeat of a nation.
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Capacity: 1,000
Hampshire
Beaulieu, in Hampshire’s pretty New Forest, offers a quirky but versatile setting for conferences.
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Capacity: 300
Bristol
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery is a stunning landmark venue in the heart of the city.
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Capacity: 1,501
Cardiff
Cardiff City Stadium is one of the premier venues for events in Wales.
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Capacity: 600
Carlisle
Impress your guests with a standout event at Carlisle Racecourse, one of Cumbria’s most diverse venues.
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Capacity: 400
London
CentrEd at ExCeL provides a stimulating and comfortable environment for all events.
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Capacity: 1,000
London
The iconic Stamford Bridge is a leading events space for up to 1000 guests or delegates in West London.
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Capacity: 3,000
Cheltenham
Home of the Gold Cup, Cheltenham Racecourse is a world-famous horse racing venue.
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Capacity: 350
London
In the heart of Central London, Churchill War Rooms is the perfect setting for any meeting.
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Capacity: 300
London
Situated within the iconic skyscraper Tower 42 in London is Jason Atherton's Michelin-starred restaurant.
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Capacity: 400
Nottingham
Within easy reach of historic Nottingham, Eastwood Hall is set in 26 acres of landscaped grounds.
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Capacity: 1,050
Birmingham
Edgbaston Stadium is ideally located in the beating heart of Birmingham.
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Capacity: 250
Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo & Mansion House is a unique setting for meetings, conferences, private dinners, and more.
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Capacity: 1,117
Epsom
Epsom Downs is a truly unique venue for a conference, wedding, product launch, Christmas party and more.
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Capacity: 3,341
London
Eventim Apollo, one of London’s most iconic theatres, offers charm and wow factor to events.
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Capacity: 65,000
London
ExCeL London is the home of world-class events, offering a wide range of event spaces.
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Capacity: 300
Exeter
Exeter Racecourse is a renowned conference centre surrounded by the beautiful Devon countryside.
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Capacity: 220
London
Hampton Court Palace brings its charm and character to a range of celebrations.
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Capacity: 910
London
Twickenham Stoop Stadium has been developed into a unique and excellent events venue.
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Capacity: 300
Hatfield
Hatfield House is a spectacular location for celebrations and dinners oozing with English Tudor grandeur.
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Capacity: 500
Haydock
Haydock Racecourse, located between Liverpool and Manchester, is a place that's brimming with excitement.
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Capacity: 180
Maidenhead
Hedsor House, a Georgian house nestled amongst 100 acres of parkland.
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Capacity: 200
Kent
You’ll struggle to find a more special place for a wedding than Hever Castle in Kent.
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Capacity: 350
London
HMS Belfast, permanently anchored between Tower Bridge and London Bridge.
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Capacity: 242
Huntingdon
One of Cambridgeshire’s most impressive venues, Huntingdon Racecourse is the ideal backdrop for events.
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Capacity: 1,600
London
indigo at The O2 is fast becoming one of London's most sought-after events venues.
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Capacity: 2,240
Cambridge
Imperial War Museum Duxford is an impressive aviation museum for dinners and conferences.
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Capacity: 1,000
London
The Imperial War Museum London offers an elegant setting to enjoy incredible events and food experiences.
Making the most of your reception venue
The evening reception is all about space and time; it could be champagne and Pimm's on the lawns of Hatfield House or Hever Castle, or bowl food and wines within the inspirational settings of Aston Villa Stadium or Twickenham Stadium. These events are popular with organisers and their clients alike, but why?
First of all, they allow the event to start in its own time, find its own pace, and act as an elegant prelude to what is to come. They also allow an event to wind down; an evening reception following a full day of business allows for relaxation, a reward and a rest bite for the delegation. On a logistical note, maybe it offers the event team their own chance to turn a room around.
Creating an unforgettable experience
At Lime Venue Portfolio, we talk about creating experiences. We’re well placed to do so, as well. Our contribution to an event can be both the reception venue and the food and wine. However, it is the event planner that really understands how experiences are made, and no more so than through a reception-style event.
Great event planners don’t just organise events – they curate experiences for their delegates that will be inspiring and memorable. They understand that while guests come for content, networking, fine food and excellent wine, they leave with an experience they will remember. A reception is usually part of a wider event but needs to be created as a one-off set piece as well.
We take the comfort of your guests seriously, so you can rest assured that each of our reception venues follows essential Covid-19 safety measures.
Summer or winter reception venues
Summer drinks receptions can be amazing; the right mixture of reception venue, fine dining, a smartly dressed delegation, croquet on the lawn, or the chance to play casual games, can all set a delightful tone. Food can be created that underlines this elegant tone; smart, fresh canapés, light cordials, and seafood served over ice can all create theatre and add to the already stunning surroundings. Depending on the timing, the evening reception venue can catch the last of the day’s light, creating a passage between afternoon and late evening experience.
Equally, a Christmas reception venue can provide a subtle start to proceedings, a chance for people to relax, put the day behind them, wind down from the company conference, and again provide a steady transition from business to pleasure. From the event organiser’s perspective, food can line the stomach, stop it grumbling and soak up some of the earlier alcohol intake.
Select a reception venue with ambience
The surroundings of a unique venue can create conversation. The beauty and elegance of the Imperial War Museum North, for instance, which provides views across the Quay to Media City, creates activity that can be taken in at the delegate's own pace. For a sporty venue, the chance to enjoy the arresting ambiance of an iconic stadium can provide similar excitement and awe.
To discuss your reception venue requirements in more detail, please contact our expert team.
Featured Venues
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Edgbaston Stadium
Birmingham
Edgbaston Stadium is ideally located in the beating heart of Birmingham.
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Kempton Park Racecourse
London
Enjoy a racecourse venue with fantastic facilities at Kempton Park.
