Unique conference venues have become increasingly popular over the last couple of years for event planners and organisers. Choosing conference venues that have a unique and historic heritage can create memorable experiences for your delegates and attendees.
In recent years, this rising trend in event planners and organisers opting to choose conference venues that don’t conform to the traditional conference hall has shone a spotlight on leisure and sports venues alike.
Unlike usual hotel or conference centres, sporting venues can offer your guests some truly unique experiences. Why not host a summer corporate day on the pitch or incorporate venue tours that take your guests behind the scenes and link in some fun facts about the venue’s sporting history?
For reasons above and more, football stadiums specifically have become increasingly popular for conference and corporate bookings, and then some! There is a list of event beneficiaries that come with choosing a sports stadium and here’s why.
Inspire in new settings
A day out of the usual office environment is a chance for office staff and remote employees to come together in person and enjoy a day being inspired by new settings. Whether it’s an annual company-wide event, conference, training session, or exhibition, bringing your team together for an away day at a sports venue will generate a buzz of interest and excitement for many reasons.
Access to facilities and hospitality spaces that are usually reserved for game days, matchdays, etc. offers a feeling of having VIP access as you are visiting a venue when doors are closed to the public on non-event days for that sports stadium.
Reserving the venue for your exclusive use will inspire your delegates in a new setting where history unfolds. At Edgeley Park, our spaces have had a £ 1 million refurbishment, making us the most modern conference facility in the Stockport and South Manchester area. Securing promotion into League 1, it’s a truly exciting time for the whole team at Edgeley Park.
Skip the technology hiccups
Sports venues, particularly football stadiums can offer facilities you couldn’t find at traditional conference venues. Because of the scale of attendance matchdays bring to the ground, technology and wi-fi speeds need to be swift and handle high user traffic. Conferences and meetings rely on the technology to be smooth running, and at Edgeley Park, we understand that. Our state-of-the-art AV and technology equipment is built to deliver on matchdays broadcast to thousands on streaming and television devices, therefore you can rest assured we have the means for your corporate event.
Versatile Spaces
Football stadiums boast brilliant event spaces for both corporate and special occasions because of the versatile rooms available to dress to your means. You can be creative with your event space and room layout. All football stadiums may vary in size and capacity, however depending on your event you may decide to opt for a smaller football stadium in comparison to the big leagues.
At Edgeley Park, we have a variety of spaces to cater to all styles of events offering breakout rooms, reception areas, and the main attraction, the pitch for outdoor team activities if you wish to in the off-season only.
Our stylish spaces each showcase their personalities. Our concourse areas have taken inspiration from the iconic New York subways, with a modern layout, ground-level access, lending itself perfectly to large exhibitions and indoor team-building events. Alternatively, The 1883 holds a maximum capacity of 800 and is one of our most versatile areas holding conferences, parties, and proms just to name a few.
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High standards of service, always
Football stadiums and other sporting venues that offer in-house catering options, will ensure a high standard of delivery because of the nature of the venue. Make sure all dietary requirements are taken into consideration. Organisations such as Stadium Experience ensure high standards of product and service across all stadiums that are members, assuring event organisers that these venues are suitable for them.
At Edgeley Park, our food offerings are of top quality consisting of tasty dishes that our Head Chef, John Rose puts together each season. From buffets to canapes and three-course meals we can create bespoke menus for your event or you can take inspiration from our sample menus for your next event.
Host your event at the Home of the Hatters
Edgeley Park is Stockport’s most well-connected conference and events venue in the area, boasting modern furnishings, supercharged technology equipment, and dedicated staff, you can rest assured your event is in capable hands.
Whether you’re entertaining on a grand scale or a smaller corporate event, Edgeley Park is a conference and gala dinner venue that offers versatile spaces with a capacity of up to 800. The 1883 is our most sought-after conference and events space and is the perfect stage for your next event.
With modern, well-equipped designs to offer throughout the stadium, your event will become a valuable experience for both your staff and business when opting for a unique conference venue, such as a sports stadium.
If you’d like to find out more about events at Edgeley Park, please email [email protected] or visit our website www.edgeleypark.com.