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Hampshire

Home to world famous historic ships, international renowned sporting grounds, plus an array of conference venues in Hampshire, and architecturally stunning venues that create a memorable backdrop for any conference or event

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Meet in Hampshire - Countryside Elegance Just Beyond London 

Just over an hour from London, Hampshire blends rolling countryside, vibrant waterfront cities, historic market towns, and beautiful national parks - offering a refreshing alternative for meetings and events.  With excellent rail connections from London Waterloo and easy access via the M3 and M27, this diverse county provides a perfect backdrop for teams looking to step away from the capital and think differently.

 

Unique Venues with Heritage, Style and Character

Hampshire offers an impressive mix of venues, each with its own distinct personality. Whether your looking for grand stately homes, cutting-edge conference centres, waterfront event spaces or creative rural retreats, Hampshire has something to suit every brief. 

Host a unforgettable corporate dinner onboard one of the world-famous historic ships in Portsmouth, hold a modern meeting at the University of Winchester with its high tech facilities and flexible spaces, or hire a stunning 16th century Manor House at Norton Park Hotel for an exclusive use event. Whether you're planning an away day, a residential conference, a creative workshop or private celebrations, Hampshire's variety ensures you'll find a venue that exceeds expectations. 

Exceptional Value without Compromise

Compared to central London rates, Hampshire offers exceptional value for high-quality meeting and event experiences.  With competitive DDR's, excellent accommodation options, and flexible hire packages, organisers can get more for their budget - without sacrificing service, facilities or style. 

Beyond the Boardroom

Hampshire is not just a meeting location - its a place where teams can unwind, explore and connect and delegates can enjoy: 

  • Theatre and arts in Southampton

  • Premier outlet shopping in Portsmouth

  • Award-winning dining in Winchester

  • Wine tasting in local vineyards

  • Adventure activities such as paddleboarding, clay pigeon shooting, zip-lining or sailing.

  • Heritage experiences such as object handling, guided tours, after-hour visits.

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Meeting and Event Destinations in Hampshire

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Southampton City Art Gallery

Hampshire

Southampton city centre

Southampton City Art Gallery can be hired for weddings, civil ceremonies, drinks receptions and much more. Our exquisite paintings and sculptures provide the perfect backdrop for wedding couples and corporate clients seeking a unique venue within the city centre. Seating can be provided for up to 120 people, and our in house catering team will work with you to create bespoke menus, tailored specifically to suit the needs of your wedding or function.

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Burley Manor Hotel

Hampshire

New Forest

Burley Manor Hotel is set in the heart of the New Forest and is an ideal country retreat. Burley Manor’s 800 year old estate boasts two rustic barns, 8-acres for on-site team building, stunning Mediterranean food, 40 boutique rooms and beautiful wellbeing treatment centre. The superbly converted barns are simple, yet quirky with a rustic country feel, perfect for relaxed informal gatherings or lavish formal dinners. With lots of natural light and uncovered rustic oak-tables, the event spaces lend themselves perfectly for any kind of meeting, brainstorming session or training day from between 4 and 120 people.


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Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl

Hampshire

Southampton

Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl is a stunning, modern hotel located at the home of Hampshire Cricket. The striking property exudes a sense of occasion, boasting spectacular views across the iconic Utilita Bowl cricket stadium and ground.  Benefit from our multiply outdoor event spaces including the terraces for your next corporate BBQ or networking evening or Boundary Lakes, the venue’s 18-hole golf course for a corporate golf day or business/sales tool.  The nursery pitch, offers an ideal space for hosting a corporate event or the large indoor cricket school a sporting team building event.  The Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl offers both flexibility to meet your bespoke requirements and connects you to unforgettable experiences time and time again.  Always guaranteeing great service, fantastic accommodation and a complete resort experience. With Cricket, golf and team building facilities this is more than a hotel!  


How to get to Hampshire

By Rail

Reading is the western terminus for the new Elizabeth Line which links directly with central London, the City and Docklands. Reading is also just 22 minutes on GWR trains from Paddington. In all, Reading is reachable directly from more than 250 locations by train.

By Road

Reading is at Junctions 10/11 of the M4 and has a direct RailAir road link with Heathrow Airport (40 minutes).

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Getting to Hampshire is easy with great transport links from around the UK by road and rail.  Hampshire is also well served by air with Southampton International Airport located in the county and quick access to other major airports such as London Heathrow and London Gatwick so arriving from abroad is so simple.

Arrive by sea either through Southampton or Portsmouth ports.

 

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