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The Robinson Centre

📍
Goldington Road, Bedford MK40 3NR, United Kingdom
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Modern conference and events centre in Bedford offering flexible meeting spaces and professional facilities.

About This Venue

The Robinson Centre is a purpose-built conference and events facility located on Goldington Road in Bedford, Bedfordshire. This modern venue provides comprehensive meeting and conference facilities designed to accommodate a wide range of corporate events, training sessions, seminars, and special occasions. The centre features multiple flexible meeting rooms and event spaces that can host events from intimate board meetings to large conferences for up to 300 delegates. With its professional atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities, The Robinson Centre offers an ideal environment for business meetings, product launches, training programs, and corporate hospitality events. The venue includes modern audio-visual equipment, high-speed internet access, and professional catering services. Located in Bedford with excellent transport links to London, Cambridge, and the wider region, The Robinson Centre provides a convenient and professional setting for organizations seeking quality conference facilities in Bedfordshire.

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Indicative Budget
£6,750£12,750
Typical day-delegate event for ~150 guests
Capacity (max)
300
Typical attendees
150
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (150 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

300
Maximum Capacity
250
Theatre Style
300
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Main Conference Hall

200
250
6080150

Executive Suite

80
80
243040

Meeting Room A

40
35
141620

Meeting Room B

35
30
121418

Boardroom

25
20
101215

5 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 250 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Parking
Accessible
Catering
Air conditioning
Reception services
Breakout areas
Exhibition space

📐 Space Specifications

1200
Total Space (m²)
3.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Conference Centre space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Digital projectors
large screens
PA system
wireless microphones
lectern microphones
Wi-Fi
flipcharts
video conferencing facilities
lighting controls

🎯 Suitable For

📋Conferences
📋Corporate meetings
📋Training sessions
📋Seminars
📋Product launches
📋Award ceremonies

♿ Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible throughoutAccessible parking spacesAccessible toiletsHearing loop systems availableLift access to all floors

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Bedford railway station is 1.5 miles away with direct services to London St Pancras (45 minutes), Luton Airport (20 minutes), and surrounding areas. Regular bus services connect to the town centre and surrounding areas. Luton Airport is 15 miles away.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Free on-site parking available for up to 100 vehicles including disabled spaces. Additional public parking available nearby in Bedford town centre.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

250
theatre
60
boardroom
150
classroom
80
u shape
180
cabaret
300
reception
200
dining
180
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 300 delegates in theatre style, 200 for banquet style, 150 for classroom layout
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV equipment including digital projection, sound system, wireless microphones and video conferencing capabilities
Is catering available?
Complete catering services from working lunches to formal dinners, dietary requirements catered for
Is there parking available?
Free on-site parking for 150 vehicles with additional street parking available

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Goldington Road
MK40 3NR, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Meeting RoomsEvent VenueTraining Centre

Venue Location

Goldington Road, Bedford, MK40 3NR

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 300 delegates in theatre style, 200 for banquet style, 150 for classroom layout

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV equipment including digital projection, sound system, wireless microphones and video conferencing capabilities

Q: Is catering available?

A: Complete catering services from working lunches to formal dinners, dietary requirements catered for

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Free on-site parking for 150 vehicles with additional street parking available

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Bedford Castle Historic Mound
2.1 km (1.3 mi)
🏰
Woburn Abbey Stately Home
16.1 km (10 mi)

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Cecil Higgins Art Gallery
2.3 km (1.4 mi)
🏛️
Bedford Museum Local Heritage Centre
2 km (1.2 mi)
🏛️
Panacea Museum Historic Site
2.5 km (1.6 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
Russell Park Victorian Gardens
1.8 km (1.1 mi)
🌳
Wrest Park Historic Gardens
11.3 km (7 mi)

🦁Zoo

🦁
Woburn Safari Park Wildlife Adventure
19.3 km (12 mi)

🎭Theatre

🎭
Bedford Corn Exchange Theatre
2.2 km (1.4 mi)
💡 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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