Inspire your delegates: Choose a unique event
space for your next conference or revent
Featured Venues
Choosing a unique space for your meeting has a number of benefits, from boosting engagement, and increasing attendee numbers to improved networking and enhancing creativity.
South East England has an array of unique and unusual venues to choose from, from art galleries to zoos, cathedrals historic ships, and iconic libraries and castles.
MEETbeyondLondon is delighted to showcase some of the most unusual venue spaces in the South, Here you will find out-of-the-ordinary function rooms and quirky meeting spaces, conference venues full of history and heritage and venues to WOW your delegates
From breakfast meetings to teambuilding events to private dining solutions and product launches, below you will find spaces from meetings of 6 to conferences of 2000+ or more,
Reaching the South East couldn't be easier, just 30 mins to 90 mins from London, with direct road and rail links. For international visitors both Gatwick and Southampton airports are in the region, along with the Channel Tunnel and a host of international ferry ports.
MEET beyond London covers the counties of Kent, Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Sussex, Oxfordshire and Isle of Wight
Max Capacity 4000. Max Theatre Style 120
3 Spaces | Max Capacity 120 delegates
Up to 180 delegates
Max Capacity 4000. Max Theatre Style 120
Thames Rivercruise
Reading
Berkshire
The Upper reaches of the Thames are enchanting and captivating, a fitting backdrop for any event or celebration. Passing open countryside, historic villages and stunning vistas. A river celebration is like no other, every time you and your guests look out there is a new view. Each charter is personal and we create an itinerary and experience on the river just for you, this means its easy to make a change or add in something extra. casual, cool or formal - the Thames is an amazing flexible venue.
The D-Day Story
Portsmouth
Hampshire
Hold your meeting in the UK's only museum dedicated to D-Day with views of the historic Southsea Castle. This unique venue is home to both the famous Overlord Embroidery and World War II Landing Craft Tank LCT7074 and is the perfect for those wishing to hold their event in a venue that explores this historic time in history.
Ideal for networking events and presentations for up to 50 people, with guided tours of the museum and embroidery available on request to enhance your delegates experience.
Tottington Manor
Brighton
West Sussex
Located in the South Downs National Park amidst fields of sheep and cows and beautiful views, Tottington Manor is a 17th-century farm Manor House which focuses on great food and great hospitality. With 12 bedrooms, 4 event spaces, and some great outdoor spaces, it really provides a creative environment. Working with our events team, we can develop a schedule over 1 to 3 days to support your business objectives, whether that be self-directed or working with one of our MICE partners to support your team.
Turner Contemporary
Margate
Kent
For a truly unique event, Turner Contemporary offers unrivalled sea views in the heart of Margate’s vibrant arts scene. The gallery was designed by David Chipperfield to be both elegant, multi-purpose and fully customizable. As well as a flexible space offering panoramic sea views and state-of-the-art facilities, the in-house team can support you with creative workshops, tours of the gallery’s world class exhibitions, local catering, and wellness activities to enlighten and inspire.
Weald and Downland Living Museum
Chichester
West Sussex
The Weald & Downland Living Museum is set in 40 acres of the beautiful South Downs National Park in West Sussex. Our 17th century timber framed barn hosts the perfect venue for more exclusive events, which is has become famous for its use for a well-known TV show. Nestled down from the heart of the Museum, its intimate space inside can function as your personal hospitality and entertainment lounge, whether it’s for your employees or clients. Situated next to our Greenways Field, Court Barn can be hired as a complete pack.
Winchester Science Centre
Winchester
Hampshire
Get set for a unique and explosive event hire experience at Winchester Science Centre! Bring your event to life in the UK’s largest standalone Planetarium and wow your guests with live science and two floors of interactive exhibits that aren’t just for kids. Located in the beautiful South Downs National Park, just 3 miles from central Winchester, your guests can admire panoramic views while unleashing their inner child. The 168 capacity Planetarium is perfect for award ceremonies, film screenings and presentations. You can even add on a live show for an adventure through the stars.