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Sporting Venues
Around the grounds
There is no shortage of sports venues in the UK that are suitable
for conferences, meetings and events. Here’s our pick.
Silverstone
Home of the British Grand Prix, Silverstone is one of the
most famous motor racing circuits in the world. The Wing,
ideal for conferences, exhibitions and bespoke events
measures 12,500sqm. Five event halls can be dressed
accordingly, with reception capacity able to hold 1,200.
Ascot Racecourse
Ascot Racecourse has been
one of the most prestigious
racecourses in the world for
over 300 years.
Ascot can cater for a wide
range of events from an
executive meeting for 10 to
an event for up to 8,000
people.
The Grandstand Galleria
and Pavilion offers 4,000sqm
and 2,300sqm of space
respectively. The venue also
boasts flexible internal space,
including over 300 meeting
rooms, private suites and a
large concourse.
One to try
Hotel Football is a football-themed hotel located
next to Old Trafford, home to Manchester United
– which is no surprise when you find out it is
owned by former players Ryan Giggs, Paul
Scholes, Nicky Butt, Phillip Neville and Gary
Neville. The hotel has 133 rooms but, just as
importantly, ample meeting space. There are
options for small meeting rooms as well as
large-scale conferences for up to 350. The
Professional Football Scouts Association
currently hold their Scouting Courses within the
Players Lounge.
Twin your stay with a visit to the nearby National
Football Museum.
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