Elevate Your Corporate Sustainability Strategies: Explore Sustainable Venues in South East England!
The significance of sustainability has never been more pronounced, Choosing a venue that aligns with your corporate sustainability strategies and minimizes environmental impacts is becoming more important,
Meet Beyond London has compiled a selection of sustainable venues in South East England. These venues have made deliberate efforts in their design, construction, and operation to protect the environment, or are actively implementing changes to reduce their carbon footprint and that of their guests. Many of them have received ISO or BREEAM awards, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability. By choosing one of these venues, you not only opt for an environmentally conscious location but also contribute to securing a sustainable future for all.
The South East, conveniently located between 30 minutes and 90 minutes from London, offers easy accessibility from the city. It boasts direct rail links and is easily accessible from the continent via the Channel Tunnel. Whether you prefer towns, cities, countryside, or coastal settings, the South East provides a diverse range of venue options. Moreover, opting for the South East as your business travel destination aligns with sustainability principles.

3 Spaces | Max Capacity 120 delegates

3 Spaces | Max Capacity 120 delegates
Sustainable Venues in and around the South East
Balfour Winery
Tonbridge
Kent

Famous for producing Balfour Brut Rosé, one of the most iconic and exclusive English sparkling wines, Balfour Winery is set within the beautiful Kent Countryside. This stunning vineyard offers a sophisticated 'Cellar Door' visitor Center which provides a unique event space for corporate and private events. Set amongst vast woodland, vineyards and orchard, the team will be able to work with you to tailor your event. As one of the founding members of the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB) certification scheme, the experienced viticultural team have worked hard to ensure that our sites meet the exacting standards required to be certified under the SWGB scheme. “Sustainable Wines of Great Britain’s (SWGB) mission is “to secure environmental sustainability at the heart of UK wine production”. The scheme has specific guidelines which are designed to meet objectives in both vineyard and winery, pertaining to issues such as soil health, the reduction and optimisation of pesticide inputs, energy and water conservation,, and carbon footprint reduction.
Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery
Near Winchester
Hampshire

The Bombay Sapphire Distillery at Laverstoke Mill was designed with sustainability in mind, from solar panels and rainwater harvesting to harnessing hydro-electric power from the river running through the site. The measures taken to make the Bombay Sapphire Distillery sustainable for future generations culminated to have the site awarded a BREEAM Outstanding award for sustainable design.
Suitable for cocktail receptions for up to 300, as well as for meetings, conferences and private parties, the Bombay Sapphire Distillery is a flexible venue perfect for both corporate and private events, specializing in bespoke cocktails and experiences, all within a site of special scientific interest.
Brighton i360
Brighton
East Sussex

In addition to being a sustainable attraction, Brighton i360 offers eco-friendly meeting spaces. These thoughtfully designed spaces provide a sustainable environment for events and meetings. From energy-efficient lighting to recycling facilities and sustainable materials, every detail is carefully considered. It use's its own energy to power the pod. The team at Brighton i360 is proud to call Brighton and Sussex home and always strives to support local businesses and suppliers wherever possible. From stocking local produce in the giftshop to serving it at the Nyetimber Sky Bar and West Beach Restaurant Bar, Brighton i360 is always looking for new ways to support the community
By choosing Brighton i360 for your events, you not only enjoy a stunning venue but also contribute to a greener future.
Hilton Reading
Reading
Berkshire

Hilton Reading is located off the M4 and A33 and offers complimentary on-site car parking. Just 8 minutes from Reading Station and 6 minutes to the soon-to-open Green Park Station, Hilton Reading offers easy London access via the Elizabeth. When you align your meetings with your values, everyone wins—including the planet. Hilton offers meeting and event planners an option for Carbon Neutral Meetings that support sustainable development projects, reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. Carbon Neutral Meetings are offered as part of our Meet with Purpose program, part of Hilton's commitment to support your organization's environmental and social-impact goals.
Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour Hotel
Southampton
Hampshire

The Grand Harbour Hotel is positioned right in Southampton's vibrant city centre; you'll find our Serenity Spa, our Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill and temptingly cosy rooms. Changes made at the hotel help both residents & day to day operations contribute towards a more sustainable future. These include:-
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Heating & power at the hotel is resourced sustainably by a geothermal well, through the district heating scheme
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The removal of paper cups from the spa and leisure club. Leisure members can now purchase thermal mugs from the hotel or bring their own in
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Make it green for guest bedrooms! Reward yourself with a £5.00 credit for each night you decline housekeeping services and help us conserve natural resources
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Effective management of air conditioning
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Efficient waste management and recycling
Marwell Hall at Marwell Zoo
Near Winchester
Hampshire

Marwell Hall is an avid supporter of sustainable palm oil production, conversation, education, science and sustainability, Holders of the ISO 14001, with an ambitious Carbon Reduction Plan and Ethical Purchasing Policy in place this venue strives to maximise the positive impacts of its conservation activities and reduce the negative effects of all its activities on the environment. Marwell Hall is located in the centre of Marwell zoo and can cater for all types of events, with plenty of outdoor space for team building activities. Alongside our Conference packages we offer various exciting additional activities. Booking your event with us carries a range of added benefits. These include entrance to the zoo, unlimited free parking, organiser loyalty scheme and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Royal Berkshire
Ascot
Berkshire

Royal Berkshire is a business venue like no other - carefully and considerately adapted to inspire and generate creativity and ideas we specialise in training, meetings and residential conferences in Berkshire. When you want to escape the crowded inbox of corporate life, there's nowhere better than the inspiring surroundings of Royal Berkshire. Exclusive Collection of are committed to providing amazing experiences in a manner that ensures a safe and healthy place for employees and guests and minimises the potentially impact on the enviroment. A member of B Corporation, a community of like minded businesses and leaders in a global movement of using business as a force for good.
Sheepdrove Organic Farm & Conference Centre
Hungerford
Oxfordshire

Located in a stunning rural setting, nestled in the heart of West Berkshire, is the unique and versatile Conference Centre at Sheepdrove Organic Farm. The conference rooms and facilities offer something a little different and are all purpose built to an exceptionally high environmental standard. The venue defines an environmentally sympathetic approach to conferencing, with ground breaking architecture and inspiring spaces. On site there is electric car charging stations; truly a cut above the rest for the eco conscious delegate and the most picturesque backdrop to your day. ,
Solent Hotel and Spa
Fareham
Hampshire

Solent Hotel Whitely is on an impressive sustainability journey, determined to reduce their environmental impact. They've implemented energy-saving measures like LED lighting and motion sensors, and embraced water-saving techniques. Recycling and waste management practices are a priority, while their culinary offerings feature local, seasonal ingredients, supporting nearby suppliers and reducing carbon footprint. Guests are encouraged to participate in sustainable practices like towel and linen reuse, and are provided with information on eco-friendly attractions and transportation options with EV Charging points available at the hotel.. Solent Hotel Whitely's commitment to sustainability is an ongoing endeavor, ensuring that choosing to stay with them supports a business dedicated to positive environmental change.
The Brighton Centre
Brighton
Sussex

In 2022 Brighton was voted most sustainable location is in the UK. Largely due to the council’s commitment to reach the highest standards of sustainable policy. As a council owned venue, we share that responsibility that is why we have introduced a number of sustainable practices such as, installing LED lighting, banning the use of plastic bottles, installing water fountains and conducting regular staff beach cleans. We also signpost conference organisers to work with local organisations to create sustainable legacies in the city. https://conferences.brightoncentre.co.uk/sustainability-city-impact/