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Arden Hotel

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Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BA, United Kingdom
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Luxury riverside hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon with Shakespeare-themed elegance and modern meeting facilities.

About This Venue

The Arden Hotel is a sophisticated 4-star boutique hotel situated on the banks of the River Avon in the heart of historic Stratford-upon-Avon. This elegant property combines contemporary luxury with Shakespearean heritage, featuring beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites with river or town views. The hotel offers versatile meeting and event spaces including the Waterside Suite and intimate boardrooms, accommodating up to 150 delegates. Located directly opposite the Royal Shakespeare Company theatre, guests enjoy easy access to Shakespeare's birthplace, Anne Hathaway's cottage, and the town's cultural attractions. The hotel features award-winning dining at The Waterside restaurant, a champagne bar, fitness suite, and complimentary WiFi throughout.

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Indicative Budget
£3,375£6,375
Typical day-delegate event for ~75 guests
Capacity (max)
150
Typical attendees
75
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (75 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

150
Maximum Capacity
120
Theatre Style
150
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Waterside Suite

85
120
303560

Boardroom

25
20
121516

Private Dining Room

40
-16--

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Parking
Accessible
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Bar
River views
24-hour reception
Fitness suite
Riverside location

📐 Space Specifications

450
Total Space (m²)
2.8m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Whiteboard
LCD TV
Video Conferencing

🎯 Suitable For

📋Business Meetings
📋Conferences
📋Training
📋Workshops
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Private Dining
📋Product Launches

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible rooms availableStep-free access to ground floor facilitiesAccessible parking spacesHearing loop available

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Stratford-upon-Avon railway station 0.8 miles (15-minute walk); Regular bus services to Birmingham, Warwick, and surrounding areas; Birmingham Airport 25 miles (45 minutes by car); Heathrow Airport 85 miles

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

On-site parking available for hotel guests and event attendees. Additional public parking nearby in town center car parks.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

120
theatre
30
boardroom
60
classroom
35
u shape
80
cabaret
150
reception
100
dining
90
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 150 guests in theatre style, 80 for dinner, 60 for boardroom meetings
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system, microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
Complimentary parking available on-site for event guests, additional spaces nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Waterside
CV37 6BA, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference VenueMeeting RoomsWedding VenueEvent Space

Venue Location

Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BA

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 150 guests in theatre style, 80 for dinner, 60 for boardroom meetings

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system, microphones and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Complimentary parking available on-site for event guests, additional spaces nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🎭Theatre

🎭
Shakespeare's Theatre Experience
0.1 km (0.06 mi)• 2 minutes walk

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Shakespeare's Historic Birthplace
0.3 km (0.19 mi)• 5 minutes walk
🏰
Anne Hathaway's Historic Cottage
1.6 km (1 mi)• 20 minutes walk
🏰
Mary Arden's Tudor Farm Experience
5.2 km (3.2 mi)• 10 minutes drive
🏰
Holy Trinity Parish Church
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10 minutes walk
🏰
Warwick Castle Historic Fortress
12.9 km (8 mi)• 20 minutes drive
🏰
Ragley Hall Stately Home
14.5 km (9 mi)• 25 minutes drive

🦁Zoo

🦁
Butterfly Farm and Falconry Centre
2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 5 minutes drive
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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