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Hotel & Conference Centre

South Lodge Hotel

Chelmsford, East of England — CM3 4BU

250

Max Capacity

FROM

£190

Per Day

4.4

41 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

South Lodge Hotel is a charming country hotel situated in the tranquil Essex countryside, just outside Chelmsford. The venue combines traditional hospitality with modern conference facilities, featuring multiple meeting rooms and event spaces that can accommodate up to 250 delegates. Set in beautiful grounds, the hotel offers a peaceful retreat from city life while remaining easily accessible from London and major transport links. The property features well-appointed guest accommodation, restaurant dining, and comprehensive business facilities including free WiFi, audio-visual equipment, and professional event planning services. The venue is particularly popular for corporate conferences, weddings, and private celebrations.

Room Capacities

theatre

200

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

120

reception

250

dining

150

banquet

120

Pricing

Day rates from £190

Pricing available on request. Day delegate packages and room hire rates vary by season and requirements.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Parking

Restaurant

Bar

Accessible

Outdoor Space

Guest Accommodation

Event Planning

Catering

AV & Technical

Projector

Screen

PA System

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Flip Charts

Lectern

Video Conferencing Equipment

Ideal For

Business MeetingsConferencesTrainingWorkshopsSeminarsCorporate Events

Location & Access

Little Baddow Road, Chelmsford CM3 4BU

Chelmsford railway station 8km (15 minutes by car); Direct trains to London Liverpool Street (35 minutes); Regular bus services from Chelmsford city centre; Stansted Airport 35km (40 minutes)

Free on-site parking available for hotel guests and event attendees. Additional overflow parking in nearby areas.

Wheelchair accessible