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The Cedric Ford Pavilion

📍
London Road, University of Nottingham, Newark NG24 1BX, United Kingdom
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Modern university pavilion offering flexible conference and event spaces in Newark with state-of-the-art facilities.

About This Venue

The Cedric Ford Pavilion is a contemporary conference and events facility located at the University of Nottingham's Newark campus. This purpose-built venue offers modern, flexible spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, seminars, and corporate events. The pavilion features state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, high-speed internet connectivity, and adaptable room configurations to accommodate events ranging from intimate board meetings to large conferences for up to 400 delegates. Set within the university campus, the venue benefits from ample parking and easy access to the historic market town of Newark-on-Trent, making it an ideal choice for business and academic events in the East Midlands region.

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Indicative Budget
£9,000£17,000
Typical day-delegate event for ~200 guests
Capacity (max)
400
Typical attendees
200
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (200 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

400
Maximum Capacity
350
Theatre Style
400
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Conference Hall

280
350
4060180

Seminar Room 1

45
40
162024

Seminar Room 2

35
30
121618

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 350 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV Equipment
Parking
Accessible
Air Conditioning
Natural Lighting
Catering Available
Flexible Spaces

📐 Space Specifications

650
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Large Screen
PA System
Wireless Microphones
Wi-Fi
Lectern
Flip Charts
Video Conferencing

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Academic Seminars
📋Corporate Training
📋Graduations
📋Business Meetings
📋Workshops

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleHearing loop availableAccessible parking spaces

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Newark North Gate railway station 2 miles away with regular services to London King's Cross and Edinburgh. Local bus services connect to city centre. East Midlands Airport 25 miles away.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Free on-site parking available for delegates with over 100 spaces

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

350
theatre
40
boardroom
180
classroom
60
u shape
120
cabaret
400
reception
200
dining
180
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 400 guests in theater style, 300 in classroom style, 250 for banquet seating
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV setup including projection, sound system, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Complete catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available with additional university parking nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

London Road
University of Nottingham
NG24 1BX, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

University VenueMeeting RoomsEvent Space

Venue Location

London Road, University of Nottingham, Newark, NG24 1BX

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 400 guests in theater style, 300 in classroom style, 250 for banquet seating

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV setup including projection, sound system, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout

Q: Is catering available?

A: Complete catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available with additional university parking nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Newark Castle Heritage Site
2.1 km (1.3 mi)• 5 minutes by car
🏰
Sherwood Forest Discovery Centre
35.4 km (22 mi)• 40 minutes by car
🏰
Lincoln Medieval Cathedral
28.7 km (17.8 mi)• 32 minutes by car

🏛️Museum

🏛️
National Civil War Centre Museum
2.3 km (1.4 mi)• 6 minutes by car
🏛️
Nottingham Contemporary Art Gallery
32.1 km (20 mi)• 35 minutes by car
💡 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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