PA Life autumn issue spotlight feature looks at some of the best venues in the Midlands. Discover why the Midlands is fast becoming the UKโs smart choice for corporate events, meetings, and conferences…
Strategically located at the heart of the UK, the Midlands is emerging as a go-to region for corporate events and conferences โ and for good reason. With excellent transport links, a growing portfolio of high-spec venues, and a compelling mix of city energy and countryside charm, it offers the perfect blend of accessibility, professionalism, and experience.ย
From Birminghamโs cutting-edge conference centres and luxury hotels with world-class sporting opportunities to purpose built event spaces within an academic setting, the Midlands provides event planners with a wealth of options. Whether you’re organising a multi-day conference, a client networking event, or an off-site team strategy day, the region delivers the flexibility, capacity, and service standards todayโs businesses expect.ย
But itโs not just about the venues โ the Midlands also offers great value for money, a rich cultural offering, and a growing focus on sustainability. Many venues now boast green credentials, on-site tech support, and tailored packages to suit corporate needs.ย
In this feature, we shine a spotlight on standout venues across the region that are helping PAs, EAs, and corporate buyers deliver memorable events with ease. If you’re looking for the smart, central solution to your next event โ the Midlands has it all.ย
The Midlands advantage includes great venue options
Unique Venues Birmingham
Here at Unique Venues Birmingham, we specialise in putting the EXTRA into the ordinary and creating truly memorable events. We are two of Birminghamโs most iconic venues, the Rep and the Library of Birmingham, offering 25 fantastically unusual event spaces with the flexibility to create your perfect event.ย
The Rep
The Rep:
A stunning, versatile venue for large and small events. The Rep is the oldest producing theatre in the UK and with three auditoria to choose from, your event will always have the WOW factor. Backstage tours, theatrical makeup workshops and the option to dine onstage gives you a variety of options to create a truly bespoke experience.ย
Birmingham City Library
The Library of Birmingham:
The most iconic building in Birmingham and home to a wide range of unique event spaces not to be found anywhere else. The Library boasts stunning views of Centenary Square and the city skyline, the impressive Book Rotunda, and the historic Shakespeare Memorial Room to name but a few.ย
Thinking outside the box is something our Events Team are particularly good at. We will work with you to create a spectacular event that is anything but ordinary because โbespoke is our middle nameโ!ย
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The Belfry Hotel & Resortโฏโฏ- a prime example of the Midlands advantage
Where prestige meets potential: The Belfry takes award-winning meetings and events offering to next level with opening of The Masters Suiteโฆ
Crowned โEnglandโs Leading Meetings & Conference Hotelโ, The Belfry Hotel & Resort, in the Midlands, has enhanced its world-class meetings and events offering this August with the eagerly-awaited opening of The Masters Suite, the award-winning resortโs flagship new events space.โฏย
With high-profile clients, including the Meetings Industry Association and 59club, amongst those excited to experience The Masters Suiteโs exceptional quality, breath-taking views and extraordinary potential, enquiries have already reached a phenomenal ยฃ70million. Delivering the ultimate VIP experience, this includes those enjoying the hospitality package at this yearโs British Masters, which returns to The Belfryโs legendary Brabazon golf course for its fourth year.โฏย
โฏFrom the grand and spectacular to the small and intimate, The Belfry is home to over 20 versatile event spaces, with the best service and food options at clientโs fingertips. Whether a private dinner for 12 in the atmospheric Whiskey Room or large-scale conference for 400 in the well-equipped Woodland Suite, the resort has the imagination, facilities and expertise to deliver events that meet needs and exceed expectations.โฏย
โฏTaking this acclaimed offering to the next level, The Masters Suite is a stunning new conference and exhibition space and unforgettable backdrop for product launches, weddings, banquets and celebrations. The resortโs biggest events space yet, the opening marks the culmination of a project that has seen The Belfry almost double in size. Investing ยฃ90million in the resort, alongside expanding its premium events offering, The Belfry has also enhanced its vibrant leisure offering with a new state-of-the-art fitness and leisure club, the addition of 149 new bedrooms offering stunning views over the Brabazon course, and the extension of its celebrated Ryder Restaurant.โฏย
โฏDesigned to host 648 for banqueting and with a max capacity of 920, The Masters Suite features a large pre-function area with stunning floor-to-ceiling views overlooking The Brabazon, a mezzanine level, stylish executive boardroom and scenic outdoor terrace. This is as well as 149 bedrooms, including the resortโs first-ever two-bedroom suite, all bookable online.โฏย
โฏSurrounded by 550 acres of beautiful countryside, The Belfry also offers unique outdoor hospitality experiences. With a fully-equipped BBQ/grill area, Terrace on the 10th, overlooking The Brabazonโs iconic 10th hole, is a captivating choice for everything from Champagne receptions to evening celebrations. The Green, meanwhile, provides a dedicated 2,430sqm team-building area. With an array of activities available, it is ideal for corporate events.โฏย
โฏRenowned for its exceptional facilities and service defined by the personal touch, The Belfry is a premier events destination. Located in the heart of England, with excellent transport links and thriving Birmingham City Centre on its doorstep, it is a draw for national and international events.โฏ
See more of PA Life’s Spotlight features from the past – all highlighting destination and venues to help PAs and EAs with their meeting and event planning.ย
