Exclusive use of an Edwardian manor house in 12 acres of Suffolk gardens, for meetings, away days, conferences and company celebrations. Characterful rooms, open fires, fresh air between sessions and a dedicated event manager on the day, just 80 minutes from London.
“Thank you for hosting us last week, the feedback was really positive and the meeting went really well.”
Exclusive hire available. Up to 130 people indoor capacity and 400 outdoor (or marquee) capacity. Accommodation of 15 bedrooms across the East Wing, West Wing and Attic Apartment. A beautiful Sunken Garden and Terrace for refreshments, breaks and lunches.
Four state rooms accessible all day, the Morning Room, Drawing Room, Great Hall and Old Library, with both indoor and outdoor options across 12 acres of stunning grounds, plus a fully licensed onsite bar.
Once welcoming King Edward VII as a guest, Lanwades Hall stands as an unforgettable setting for your corporate gatherings. Whether you're planning conferences, meetings, training days, Christmas or summer parties, team-building activities, or exhibitions, our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way, ensuring your event runs smoothly and successfully.
Approach through mirrored gatehouses and striking wrought-iron gates, then follow a magnificent half-mile tree-lined driveway to discover the elegance and charm that await. Set within 12 acres of beautifully landscaped, walled and gated grounds, our venue offers genuine privacy, security and seclusion, exclusive to you for the day, a setting well suited to high-profile and high-end corporate clients who value discretion as much as presentation.
Enjoy exclusive use of four beautifully appointed state rooms, all located on the ground floor with abundant natural light and equipped with modern fibre broadband and Wi-Fi throughout. The Great Hall and The Morning Room are our largest spaces and can be arranged in rounds, cabaret, theatre style, or many other configurations to suit your needs. The Old Library serves as a perfect breakout or small meeting room, while The Drawing Room/Bar features a fully licensed bar, cosy sofas, and open fireplaces, ideal for informal networking.
Step outside to the Champagne Terrace and descend stone steps to the enchanting Sunken Garden. From there, enjoy a peaceful stroll to the Old Tennis Courts overlooking the Meadow and Orchard. Our extensive grounds provide not only a stunning backdrop but also additional space for team-building activities or marquee events.
With its oak-panelled walls, grand open fireplace, and large stone mullioned windows, the Great Hall is bursting with character. The rich dark oak panelling creates an intimate atmosphere where guests can feel the grandeur without ever feeling overwhelmed. Its wooden panels also provide excellent natural acoustics, ideal for meetings and conferences, so you can even forego microphones and enjoy a beautifully natural sound experience.
Bright and airy, the Morning Room overlooks the stunning Sunken Garden and welcomes the early morning sunshine. Framed by elegant white pillars and featuring a charming historic fireplace, it's conveniently located adjacent to the gardens, perfect for meetings, lunches, or refreshments.
An ideal retreat where delegates can unwind between meetings, and perfectly suited for one-to-one catch-ups, private phone calls, or simply when a little extra privacy is needed. Cosy sofas, two inviting fireplaces and antique furniture come together for a warm, welcoming atmosphere, fireplaces lit on request through the winter.
With its inviting leather sofas, the Drawing Room is perfectly positioned near the main entrance, an ideal spot to receive delegates as they arrive. Typically used for registration, a bar area, receptions, and coffee or tea stations, it's not set up for meetings but makes a wonderful first impression.
The Drawing Room is used for bar, registration, reception and refreshment station. Banqueting, Cabaret, Classroom, U-shape, Hollow and T-shape layouts can also be accommodated, subject to total guest numbers.
A wonderful vantage point over the Sunken Garden, especially in the warmer months. Weather permitting, this expansive area is perfect for additional seating, breakout spaces, refreshment stations, or a lively party area to end the evening. All-weather electrical sockets are available throughout.
Elegant stone steps lead down into the formal Sunken Garden, where wooden benches line the pathways, ideal for breakout sessions. The lawn itself is a favourite spot for summer garden parties and family days, from award ceremonies and casual entertainment to lawn games for children and colleagues alike.
The original courts are gone, leaving a blank canvas: a yoga class in a marquee, team-building games, or an impromptu football match to round off the day.
Tranquil woodland, a flourishing wildflower meadow, and an orchard, nestled away from the main house, a peaceful spot for a gentle stroll or a quiet moment to reflect.
Over the years we've hosted all kinds of corporate parties, from as few as 3 guests to over 250. Our 12 acres of lawns and gardens make us a favourite for summer garden parties and family days, bring the whole team, partners and children along for an afternoon of bouncy castles, dodgems, carousels and lawn games, with plenty of space for everyone to spread out. We're just as suited to team-building activities, BBQs, hog roasts, food trucks and formal dinners, with an excellent range of trusted suppliers to bring your vision to life.
Share your plans with us and we'll create the perfect menu for your event, tailored exactly to your needs, whether that's food trucks, a formal dinner, or a light sandwich spread. If you're organising a meeting or conference and need lunch catering, ask for our corporate lunch menu and pricing.
Tea, coffee and something sweet are on hand all day to keep everyone going. Lunch can be as simple or as generous as you like, from a relaxed sandwich spread or buffet to a proper afternoon tea with scones, jam and cream. For evenings and celebrations, think seated dinners, bowl food, a barbecue on the lawn or street-food trucks. Tell us the shape of your day and any dietary needs, and we'll put together a menu that fits.
Great Hall, Morning Room, Old Library individually, or exclusive use of all four rooms.
The same rooms, available for a half-day hire, tailored to your schedule where availability allows.
For dinners, receptions and evening events, the same four rooms available exclusively.
Complimentary with any room hire, or available individually on request.
Price on application for private dining, summer and garden parties, festive celebrations, and weekend events. Half-day timings can be tailored, subject to availability. Get in touch for current rates.
— Use of our tables and chairs
— Black table linen
— Dedicated event manager on the day
— Notepaper and a pen for each guest
— Jugs of mineral water with glassware on each table
— Refreshing mints provided for each table
Meeting rooms, away days, dining and overnight stays, with day delegate rates and catering options. Pop your email in and it's yours straight away.
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Download the corporate brochure (PDF)— Projector and screen
— 60″ TV screen (recommended)
— Flip chart and pens
— White board and pens
Complimentary with every hire: secure Wi-Fi, PA system (2 speakers and 1 microphone), lectern, and easels for signage. Get in touch for current equipment hire rates.
Centrally located for those travelling from across East Anglia and London, we're just 20 minutes from Cambridge, 8 minutes from Newmarket and 80 minutes from London, with excellent access to the M11, A14 and A11.
Kennett rail station is a mile from the venue, five minutes by taxi. There's free parking on site for 100+ cars, with electric car charging available.
Newmarket 3 miles · Bury St Edmunds 11 miles · Cambridge 18 miles · Ely 16 miles · London 80 minutes · London City Airport 67 miles · Stansted Airport 38 miles · Luton Airport 55 miles
Lanwades Hall is a historic Edwardian Grade II listed manor house in the Suffolk countryside, completed in 1907. See the full story, including the horse race that paid for it, on our History page.
“This is an amazing venue! I ran a workshop here and had to virtually evict everyone at the end… they didn’t want to go home! It’s beautiful inside and out. Alex is so helpful and friendly.”
Every corporate hire is exclusive, no other event sharing the house on your day.