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The South of England Centre
About us
The South of England Event Centre offers a variety of spaces for conferences, meetings, training, team building and exhibitions. Set in 150 acres of glorious Sussex countryside, just 20 minutes from London Gatwick airport and mid-way between London and Brighton. The Norfolk Pavilion offers self-contained meeting, catering and exhibition space with plenty of natural daylight, WiFi and adjacent free parking. Choice of two main meeting rooms for up to 400 delegates plus five break-out spaces. The Lindfield training suite offers AV equipment and room layouts to suit classroom training, learning and development. Additional space for up to 1250 delegates indoors or for large public or private events outdoors. Green open spaces surround the conference and training facilities with indoor and outdoor spaces for activity days, barbecues and team building. Variety of menu options and full event support offered. Easy access from the M25 & M23 motorways or Three Bridges and Haywards Heath railway stations. London Gatwick Airport just 20 minutes away.
Venue Details
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Internet access
- View (garden)
Facilities
- AV capabilities
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Table linens
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Video conference
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Internet access
- View (garden)
Facilities
- AV capabilities
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Table linens
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Video conference
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The Ardingly Room | 4,972.9 sq. ft. 108.3 x 45.9 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 400 | - | 350 | - | 400 | - | 150 |
The Balcombe Room | 3,616.7 sq. ft. 137.8 x 26.2 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 300 | - | 180 | - | 300 | - | 90 |
Kleinwort Room | 1,291.7 sq. ft. 27.9 x 45.9 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 90 | 30 | 80 | - | 90 | 40 | 48 |
Lower Queens Room | 764.2 sq. ft. 27.9 x 27.6 sq. ft. | 8.2 ft. | 60 | 24 | 50 | - | 60 | 28 | 30 |
Upper Queens Room | 925.7 sq. ft. 29.5 x 31.5 sq. ft. | 7.9 ft. | 60 | 26 | 60 | - | 60 | 30 | 30 |
Lower Lindfield Suite | 871.9 sq. ft. 41.0 x 23.3 sq. ft. | 7.7 ft. | 40 | 20 | - | - | 40 | 20 | - |
Queen's Jubilee | 12,163.2 sq. ft. 98.4 x 82.0 sq. ft. | 14.3 ft. | 1250 | - | - | - | 1250 | - | - |
The Abergavenny Building | | 35,520.9 sq. ft. 360.9 x 98.4 sq. ft. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Lower Lindfield | 344.4 sq. ft. 19.7 x 17.4 sq. ft. | - | 10 | - | - | 10 | - | - | - |
Location
Getting Here
Local Attractions
Brighton i360
Ardingly Activity Centre
Bluebell Steam Railway
Nearby Vendors
Additional Information
Facility Restrictions
On-site camping and caravan sites available On-site shared accommodation with dormitory style bedrooms and communal bathrooms.
Cancellation Policy
Non refundable deposit on contract signature
Additional details
The South of England Event Centre is wholly owned by the South of England Agricultural Society, a registered charity. All profits from hire of the South of England Event Centre are donated to the Society to help fund the Society’s charitable projects. Over 25 years experience in hosting external events.
The South of England Centre Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
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