The Corn Exchange has 3 meeting/event spaces for 120–400 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Auditorium (400).
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3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Auditorium | 400 | 200 | — | — | — | — | 350 | 280 |
| Balcony | 120 | 60 | — | — | — | — | 100 | 120 |
| Green Room | — | — | 16 | 24 | 14 | — | 40 | 45 |
The Corn Exchange is a beautifully restored Victorian theatre and events venue located in Newbury's historic Market Place. Originally built in 1862, this Grade II listed building combines period charm with modern facilities, featuring a 400-seat auditorium with excellent acoustics and sightlines. The venue offers versatile spaces perfect for conferences, business meetings, theatrical performances, concerts, and private celebrations. With its central location in Newbury town centre, guests have easy access to shops, restaurants, and transport links. The venue provides professional technical equipment, in-house catering options, and dedicated event management support.
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Market Place, Newbury, RG14 5BD, United Kingdom
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The Corn Exchange is a verified theatre & events venue in Newbury, hosting up to 400 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, sustainability. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
The Corn Exchange has 3 meeting and event spaces in Newbury, seating up to 400 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
The largest event space at The Corn Exchange is Main Auditorium, with a maximum capacity of 400 guests.
The Corn Exchange offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Professional Lighting, Sound System, Stage lighting, Sound system, Projectors across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
Up to 400 guests in theatre seating, 300 for cabaret style, 200 for conference layout
Professional theatre lighting and sound systems, projection facilities, stage equipment
Full catering services available with licensed bar facilities
Limited on-site parking available, nearby public car parks within walking distance
The Corn Exchange is a beautifully restored Victorian theatre and events venue located in Newbury's historic Market Place. Originally built in 1862, this Grade II listed building combines period charm with modern facilities, featuring a 400-seat auditorium with excellent acoustics and sightlines. The venue offers versatile spaces perfect for conferences, business meetings, theatrical performances, concerts, and private celebrations. With its central location in Newbury town centre, guests have easy access to shops, restaurants, and transport links. The venue provides professional technical equipment, in-house catering options, and dedicated event management support.
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