Thistle East Midlands Airport
Thistle East Midlands Airport has 2 meeting/event spaces for 50–150 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Room (150).
- Up to 200 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 150 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — | 120 |
| Executive Meeting Room | 50 | — | 18 | 30 | 20 | — | — | 45 |
At a glance
Thistle East Midlands Airport is a contemporary hotel and conference venue strategically located in Castle Donington, just minutes from East Midlands Airport. The hotel offers flexible meeting and event spaces suitable for corporate conferences, training sessions, and social gatherings. With modern amenities including free WiFi, on-site parking, and professional AV equipment, the venue caters to business travelers and event organizers. The hotel's proximity to major transport links and its comprehensive facilities make it an ideal choice for regional meetings and airport-convenient events.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Corporate Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- On-site parking
- Air conditioning
- Natural daylight
- Accessible facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SH, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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Thistle East Midlands Airport is a verified hotel & conference centre in Derby, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. 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.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 2 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Thistle East Midlands Airport have?
Thistle East Midlands Airport has 2 meeting and event spaces in Derby, seating up to 150 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Thistle East Midlands Airport's largest event space?
The largest event space at Thistle East Midlands Airport is Main Conference Room, with a maximum capacity of 150 guests.
What conference facilities does Thistle East Midlands Airport offer?
Thistle East Midlands Airport offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, On-site parking, Air conditioning, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests in theatre style, 150 cabaret style, 80 boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projectors, screens, PA system, and high-speed Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks with various menu options
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for delegates, convenient location near East Midlands Airport
About Thistle East Midlands Airport
Thistle East Midlands Airport is a contemporary hotel and conference venue strategically located in Castle Donington, just minutes from East Midlands Airport. The hotel offers flexible meeting and event spaces suitable for corporate conferences, training sessions, and social gatherings. With modern amenities including free WiFi, on-site parking, and professional AV equipment, the venue caters to business travelers and event organizers. The hotel's proximity to major transport links and its comprehensive facilities make it an ideal choice for regional meetings and airport-convenient events.
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