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The University of Kent's Canterbury campus provides exceptional conference and event facilities set within 300 acres of parkland overlooking the historic cathedral city. The venue offers modern lecture theatres, flexible meeting spaces, and contemporary accommodation facilities. With capacities ranging from intimate seminar rooms to large auditoriums seating up to 1000 delegates, the campus combines academic excellence with professional event management. Located just minutes from Canterbury city centre and cathedral, the venue provides easy access to Kent's cultural attractions while offering comprehensive on-site amenities including catering, parking, and audio-visual equipment.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimond Lecture Theatre | 400 | — | 40 | 200 | 50 | — | — |
| Keynes Lecture Theatre | 350 | — | 35 | 175 | 45 | — | — |
| Senate Suite | 120 | — | 30 | 60 | 35 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Competitive academic rates available. Pricing varies by room size, duration, and services required. Contact venue for detailed quotations.
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Canterbury Campus, University Road, Canterbury, CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom
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University of Kent is a verified university in Canterbury, hosting up to 1,000 guests, with day delegate rates from £170. Its genome scores highest 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.
Up to 1000 guests in theatre style, 600 for dinner, multiple breakout rooms available
State-of-the-art AV equipment including digital projection, sound systems, and video conferencing capabilities
Full in-house catering services from light refreshments to formal dining
Extensive on-site parking available, accessible spaces provided, charges may apply
The University of Kent's Canterbury campus provides exceptional conference and event facilities set within 300 acres of parkland overlooking the historic cathedral city. The venue offers modern lecture theatres, flexible meeting spaces, and contemporary accommodation facilities. With capacities ranging from intimate seminar rooms to large auditoriums seating up to 1000 delegates, the campus combines academic excellence with professional event management. Located just minutes from Canterbury city centre and cathedral, the venue provides easy access to Kent's cultural attractions while offering comprehensive on-site amenities including catering, parking, and audio-visual equipment.
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