8 min readIf you’re looking to host a corporate event at a standout venue, the West of England offers an impressive collection of country houses, historic estates and elegant hotels set within acres of beautiful grounds.
From grand Victorian mansions and Tudor castles to luxury countryside retreats, these venues combine character, space and privacy with modern event facilities. All offer extensive outdoor areas ideal for team building, networking receptions or large-scale marquee events, while still being conveniently located close to Bristol, Bath and major transport links.
Whether you're planning a conference, corporate away day, leadership retreat or exclusive celebration, these country house venues provide the perfect setting to ignite delegate creativity and enjoy peaceful surroundings.
Badminton Estate
Badminton Estate is a prestigious, privately owned country estate set within expansive parkland in South Gloucestershire. Internationally recognised for its historic house, gardens, world-renowned equestrian heritage and filming credentials, the estate offers a highly exclusive setting for corporate events.
Host your event at the filming location of the Netflix series The Gentleman, or in the very room where the racket sport badminton was first played.
Combining heritage, scale and creative flexibility, Badminton Estate provides a distinctive alternative to conventional conference venues. Its exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces are ideal for bespoke builds, marquees and curated experiences for clients seeking privacy, impact and a true sense of occasion.
Activities can include countryside challenges such as archery, clay pigeon shooting, orienteering and team trail challenges across the estate, alongside problem-solving and leadership activities designed for corporate groups.
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Eastwood Park
This stunning house and 200-acre estate is conveniently located close to the M4 and M5 motorways, just 20 minutes from Bristol city centre. Yet once you travel up the winding drive to Eastwood Park, you find yourself in a world of your own.
Set in the beautiful South Gloucestershire countryside and blessed with magnificent views, the dedicated conference and training centre offers 70 bedrooms within the main house, free parking and extensive gardens for team building and outdoor activities.
With everything you need onsite and the option for exclusive hire, Eastwood Park is perfect for corporate away days and residential events.
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De Vere Tortworth Court
De Vere Tortworth Court is a striking Victorian mansion that blends historic grandeur with modern comfort, located just 1.5 hours from London.
The venue offers 201 bedrooms, 14 event spaces for up to 350 delegates, multiple dining options both indoors and outdoors, and over 30 acres of grounds ideal for team building. Additional facilities include complimentary car and coach parking, a leisure club and spa, and an arboretum featuring more than 200 species of trees.
Tortworth Court also offers some unique spaces that set it apart from other country houses, including a self-contained Orangery, a tipi for al fresco dining and an impressive atrium with a 60-foot-high glass ceiling.
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Thornbury Castle
Thornbury Castle is a five-star deluxe Relais & Châteaux Tudor castle in the heart of Gloucestershire, on the edge of the Cotswolds.
With over 500 years of history, few English castle hotels can match its heritage. Today, the castle has been sympathetically restored and features 26 unique bedchambers that combine refined luxury with historic character.
Guests can enjoy fine dining in the acclaimed three AA Rosette restaurant and explore 15 acres of enchanting grounds, complete with a kitchen garden and original Tudor stone walls. The castle also offers a selection of elegant event spaces for corporate hire, weddings and exclusive-use events.
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Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa
Lucknam Park is a magnificent listed Palladian mansion set within 500 acres of parkland just outside Bath in the Cotswolds.
For truly special events, Lucknam Park is available for room hire or exclusive use of the entire venue. Facilities include 42 luxurious bedrooms and suites, nine country cottages, an award-winning spa, an onsite equestrian centre and sports facilities such as tennis courts, a five-a-side football pitch and a croquet lawn.
With its extensive grounds and exceptional facilities, Lucknam Park provides a spectacular setting guaranteed to impress delegates attending day events or residential stays.
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Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is a luxury venue set within 2,000 acres of stunning Wiltshire countryside on the historic Bowood Estate.
The resort offers versatile meeting and event spaces, stylish accommodation, a luxury spa and a championship 18-hole PGA golf course. Bowood provides a calming yet productive setting for conferences, meetings, corporate events, weddings and private celebrations.
Ideally located within easy reach of the M4 and M5, it combines countryside seclusion with exceptional facilities and service.
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Leigh Court
Leigh Court is a standout venue just outside Bristol, minutes from Clifton, the city centre and the M5, offering an exceptional blend of countryside elegance and urban convenience.
Set within a magnificent 25-acre Grade II listed estate, the venue combines historic grandeur with flexible event spaces ideal for conferences, team building, gala dinners and product launches. With a wide range of adaptable rooms, Leigh Court can be tailored to events of any size.
For glamorous drinks receptions, the grand hall is a stunning setting, complete with an impressive staircase and a 200-year-old organ. The beautiful gardens, outdoor spaces and large stretch tent are perfect for al fresco dining and summer parties, with enough space to accommodate attractions such as fairground rides, dodgems or even a Ferris wheel.
Bailbrook House Hotel
Originally built as a private residence in the 1790s, Bailbrook House Hotel, part of the Hand Picked Hotels collection, is a stunning Grade II listed country house set within 20 acres on the edge of the city of Bath.
The hotel offers 88 bedrooms, 12 meeting rooms across the main house and a dedicated conference centre. With ample onsite parking and flexible event spaces, it is an excellent venue for exclusive hire and self-contained corporate events.
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Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
Set within seven acres of beautiful private gardens, Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a five-star retreat on the outskirts of Bath.
The hotel offers four meeting rooms, with the largest accommodating up to 130 delegates. Full-length windows provide plenty of natural light and impressive views over Bath, creating a relaxed and inspiring environment for meetings and events.
With 131 luxurious bedrooms and just a 10-minute walk from Bath city centre, the hotel combines convenience with comfort for residential conferences and corporate stays.
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Mercure Bristol North – The Grange Hotel
Mercure Bristol North – The Grange Hotel is a stylish four-star country house hotel set within approximately 18 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds.
Located just a few miles north of Bristol city centre and close to Bristol Parkway railway station, the hotel offers 68 bedrooms, 150 onsite parking spaces and seven meeting rooms for up to 132 delegates.
The extensive grounds provide plenty of outdoor space to relax or host team-building activities in a scenic, peaceful environment.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cadbury House
Located in South Bristol, DoubleTree by Hilton Cadbury House offers 132 contemporary bedrooms and a professional yet flexible events venue supported by an experienced events team.
The hotel features 13 event spaces, ranging from boardrooms for six people to large halls capable of hosting receptions for up to 500 guests. With over 300 parking spaces and outdoor terraces and lawns offering stunning views, it provides an attractive setting for corporate events, parties and outdoor activities.
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How can we help?
Each of these venues offers something unique, giving you plenty of options when planning an unforgettable event in the West of England.
The Visit West Convention Bureau provides impartial advice and can help you find the perfect venue for your event in Bristol, Bath and the surrounding region.
To speak to the team, contact events@visitwest.co.uk
