The Race for Space
With the long awaited and much anticipated return of live meetings and events, corporate planners are on the lookout for different spaces these days. In the quest for large venues catering for all types of meetings and events, such as the Cazoo Derby which happened to fall on the Platinum Jubilee weekend, could racecourses be a winning bet?
Racecourses offer an array of uniquely versatile spaces to suit most budgets which are perfect for hosting large conferences, team building events, meetings and corporate parties. You are sure to be ‘first past the post’ with surroundings that add that touch of class to any event both indoor and outdoor and with summer just around the corner, racecourses are ideally suited for hosting summer parties, BBQs and corporate drinks reception.
Epsom Downs Racecourse is the perfect example of a versatile event space as it offers something for everyone , especially VIPs when they are looking for something extra special. Asides, hosting the world-famous Derby Festival since 1780, Epsom Downs is also known for its state-of-the-art conference, event and exhibition venue. Indeed, they are great at hosting large events; a crowd of no less than 125,000 people attend the Epsom Derby each year on the first Saturday in June. This year's race which coincided with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee weekend was indeed an elegant event!
Watching the Epsom Derby awoke my curiosity - in the search for large venues, do racecourses tick all the boxes for corporate meeting and event planners?
Racecourses add a touch of charm at any meeting or event, offering parade ring views, most of which offer spaces that can be transformed for both indoor and outdoor events – perfect for whatever the British weather may bring. For companies looking for an event space with a difference this summer, you may want to check out the all-new Hyperion event space at Epsom Downs Racecourse. The space is split into two levels, and flexible for both indoor and outdoor events. It is sure to be in high demand this summer and only available for private hire until August.
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