Why not check out one of the new and improved venues across the region for your next event?
Hilton Glasgow | Open now
Hilton Glasgow has recently opened two new spaces – The Dram & Wee Dram and Serenity Suite. The Dram & Wee Dram is an intimate new event space in partnership with The Dalmore UK distillery that has a capacity of up to 150 delegates. Designed to host a range of private, social, and business occasions, the spaces draw inspiration from Scotland’s whisky heritage. Serenity Suite introduces innovative technology with machine-led treatments in three main spaces, offering therapies more associated with health innovation than traditional spa treatments – ideal for delegates’ downtime. The launch of the new spaces marks the completion of a five-year transformation for the hotel, that has invested in many areas of the hotel to boost the MICE sector offering. This includes a new pre-event space and Grand Ballroom with 360° digital wallpaper that gives organisers a tool to create unique event sets that can be projected around the ballroom.
Cavendish Building | Derby | Open now
Located on the fourth floor of the recently opened Cavendish Building at the University of Derby, there’s a new conference and event space that’s been designed with flexibility and modernity at its core. Offering a versatile environment, it’s perfectly suited to host a wide range of professional events, from boardroom-style meetings and interactive training sessions to large-scale networking receptions.
Each room within the venue is equipped with state-of-the-art AV technology, ensuring seamless presentations and engaging hybrid events. Flexible seating configurations allow organisers to tailor layouts to suit their specific needs, while the abundance of natural light and scenic views create an uplifting backdrop for delegates.
For more informal gatherings, the venue features a contemporary Business Hub that doubles as a collaborative workspace and social space. With direct access to a roof terrace, it provides a relaxed yet professional setting for networking breaks, workshops, or smaller events that benefit from a more casual atmosphere.
National Railway Museum | York | Open now
After closing in 2023 for an extensive refurbishment, Station Hall at York’s National Railway Museum has reopened as a premium events space. Funded by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport, the work has restored the building’s original architecture while upgrading the space with modern essentials. The hall – with a capacity of up to 104 – has a dramatic backdrop of historic locomotives, royal carriages, and station-themed exhibits for delegates to enjoy. One of the standout features of the redeveloped space is the addition of a unique dining experience: delegates can now enjoy afternoon tea aboard a restored 1907 dining saloon carriage. The versatility of Station Hall means it can accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions, with the added benefit of an atmospheric and historic setting unlike any other in York.
Castle Meadow Central | Nottingham | Open now
After a two-year refurbishment as part of the Nottingham Venues portfolio, Castle Meadow Central has reopened as a multifunctional venue for conferences, events, and flexible working. Part of the Castle Meadow Campus, the Grade II listed building can now accommodate events of up to 200. The first-floor event area features panoramic views of the Nottingham Canal and Nottingham Castle with the option to choose from five flexible meeting rooms which are ideal for smaller events and breakout sessions. The venue is also now home to a new food outlet, Deli Central., which serves locally sourced fresh food and 200 Degrees coffee.
Nottinghamvenues.com/venue/castle-meadow-central
Chotto Matte | Manchester | Open now
Japanese Peruvian restaurant group Chotto Matte has opened a 20,000 sq. feet restaurant that’s the brands biggest UK site, and the first outside of London. Chotto Matte Manchester offers an array of versatile and avant-garde spaces designed for every occasion, from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations for up to 700 guests. The rooftop spaces – consisting of Claude’s Skyview Bar and Terra – can be hired together or individually, offering views above the city’s dynamic skyline. Inside, there are six other spaces available to hire for events and private gatherings, including a specialist meeting room for 12 and an elegant space right in the heart of the action, dining alongside the venue’s world- renowned sushi chefs.
The Curling Club | Manchester | 24th November
The UK’s favourite alpine-themed winter entertainment destination is set to expand to Manchester for the 2025/26 season, bringing its unique brand of festive fun to the city. Opening at New Jackson and running until 28th February 2026, the venue will deliver its signature combination of high-energy curling, après ski atmosphere, and indulgent seasonal food and drink. It offers tailored team building packages, Christmas parties, and exclusive private hire for up to 400 delegates. With its dynamic setting and flexible event options, the venue provides a memorable way for teams, clients, or delegates to slide into winder in style.
Carnegie Conference and Events Centre | Dunfermline | Coming soon
Fife College has recently revealed details of its state-of-the-art conference and events space which is set to open within the new Dunfermline campus later this year. The aim is for it to become a flagship events venue for the city, with four events spaces, seven meeting rooms, and capacity for up to 1,000 delegates. It will also feature a spacious central atrium that’s ideal for large-scale gatherings, as well as modern furnishings, relaxation spaces, and high-quality hospitality to enhance delegate experience. Amenities at the new centre will include free on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, and updated catering menus to suit a wide range of tastes and events.