Eynsham Hall
The site of this Oxford hotel has seen a number of different uses: since its first development as an 18th-century stately home it has been used as a care home for wounded soldiers to recover, a maternity hospital and a police training centre. The current building, built between 1904 and 1908, was redesigned after it was acquired by The Cathedral Group to combine its historic character with a contemporary look.
Eynsham Hall recently began a further program of refurbishment and is relaunching this June with a new conference centre.
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
Sedgwick is the oldest of Cambridge University's museums, established in 1728. One of five similar venues recently made available through Conference Cambridge, it is possible to host events around its collections with curators on-hand to discuss the items on display.
The site’s newest addition is Clare the T-Rex - a six-metre-long metal sculpture that was installed in January to greet visitors with a toothy smile.
The Witham
Located in a town that grew around a Norman castle, this County Durham arts and culture centre was built in memory of 19th century philanthropist Henry Witham shortly after his death. Since then The Witham has supported the local community by hosting a broad selection of events and activities.
A new pair of conference rooms and an entertainment space were opened at the venue earlier this month, following more than ten years of restoration work.
Winterbourne House
Winterbourne House was originally constructed for John and Margaret in 1903. Built with a design inspired by the influential arts and crafts movement, this Edwardian villa is now owned by the University of Birmingham.
The venue offers a suite of meeting rooms and is surrounded by gardens, where a new area inspired by the stories and characters of the Roman poet Ovid is currently being planted.
Woburn Abbey and Gardens
Founded by Cistercian monks in 1145, Woburn Abbey is the ancestral home of the current 15th Duke of Bedford. The extensive site offers several possible venues, including its opulent Statue Gallery and the Camellia House conservatory located within its grounds.
The venue has already announced a new project for their gardens, following an award-winning restoration that was completed last year.
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