23rd July 2019

Attraction Venues for Conferences in South Devon

Let’s face it, having to organise or even attend a business conference sometimes isn’t the most exciting thing on your work to do list, but that needn’t be the case at all! Have you ever considered hosting your conference at a popular attraction? More importantly, a South Devon attraction? Here in the region we boast a large number of excellent attractions, from animal themed to sporting venues, and some of them offer the opportunity to hire them out for business conferences. Now, we’re not sure about you but we’re certain that it’ll make an impact on your attendees not to mention it’s more fun for everybody! Check out some of the attraction venues that can be used for conferences in South Devon below.

Newton Abbot Racecourse

In the charming market town of Newton Abbot and easily reached from the M5 via the A380, Newton Abbot Racecourse is a popular location for conferences in South Devon due to its fabulous vistas and range of rooms available. Whether you’re looking to entertain 12 or 200 delegates, there will certainly be a space to suit your needs. Gazing across the racetrack, your guests will find the whole venue beautiful and interesting and there is plenty of free parking so you needn’t worry about anyone travelling by car. Next door to Newton Abbot Racecourse is a Premier Inn too, meaning those making their way to your business event from further afield have an easy accommodation option nearby if they need it. Find out more about hiring out Newton Abbot Racecourse by clicking here.

The Donkey Sanctuary

For a conference with a difference, The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth could be the ideal destination for you. The venue for hire is half of The Kitchen, their tranquil on-site restaurant, and it can host up to 100 delegates for your business event with a soundproof partition so that your visitors can enjoy a peaceful and relaxing event. The serene setting is available to hire between the months of October and April during term time. A unique venue for a conference in South Devon, The Donkey Sanctuary provides beautiful surroundings and its location to the nearby Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site is an added bonus for you and your attendees! Discover more about hosting your conference at The Donkey Sanctuary here.

Exeter Racecourse

Sitting within gorgeous Devon countryside next to the amazing Haldon Forest, Exeter Racecourse is the ideal attraction venue for a conference in South Devon. Their conference and events centre can cater for up to 300 people so is great if you’re looking to hold a larger business event. A choice of options are on offer when it comes to catering for your conference and its close location to the bustling city of Exeter means that the venue is easily accessible for everyone. The unusual setting of Exeter Racecourse will leave your delegates with plenty to talk about and there is ample free parking so you need not worry about that either! Please click here for further details about hiring Exeter Racecourse.

Sandy Park

Another large conference venue on offer near the fantastic city of Exeter is Sandy Park. Not only is this sporting ground home to the awesome Exeter Chiefs, but their conference and event centre offers everything you might need to pull off a great business event. The venue can accomodate up to 800 guests and its location which is just off the M5 and a mere ten minutes from Exeter International Airport means that there should be no problems for those travelling from further afeild. Sandy Park will completely wow your delegates with its professional and impressive setting. If you would like to learn more about hosting your conference at Sandy Park, please click here.

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