Venue spotlight in February

Kings House Conference Centre, Manchester

Looking for a versatile, modern and centrally located venue in Manchester? Then King’s House Conference Centre should be at the top of your list.

Only minutes away from key transport links such as Oxford Road and Manchester Piccadilly stations, it offers easy access for delegates travelling from across the city and beyond.

King’s House has an impressive selection of six meeting and conference rooms, ranging from intimate spaces to its flagship auditorium, which can host up to 600 delegates.

All these spaces benefit from natural daylight, air conditioning and professional AV, ICT and PA equipment – perfect for ensuring your event delivers both comfort and impact.

The venue is designed for flexibility, making it ideal for any kind of event, with the auditorium in particular offering a large stage and breakout areas.

There’s an added bonus too – all events hosted at the venue supports a local charity working to end homelessness in Manchester, giving your meeting meaningful impact beyond the room.

We’ve just held a successful event at King’s House for one of our clients, the mix of modern facilities, flexible spaces, central location and social purpose, helping make the event one to remember.

The Ritz-Carlton, Abu Dhabi

When it comes to hosting corporate event delegates in Abu Dhabi, few venues offer the blend of luxury, scale and professionalism found at The Ritz‑Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal.

Set against the iconic backdrop of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the resort delivers an unforgettable setting that can make an event extra special.

You’ll find 14 meeting rooms, with the spacious VIP Majlis lounge and two pre-function areas filled with natural daylight.

Then there’s the stunning Roma Ballroom, spanning more than 1,500 square metres, which can host up to 1,500 guests making it a perfect space for large conferences or gala dinners.

And with nearly 450 luxury guest rooms and suites, plus 85 private villas, The Ritz-Carlton delivers the expected exceptional service and world‑class dining.

Brighter’s Director of Events recently visited the resort for an industry event and was blown away with every single aspect of her stay.

She loved the near-60 acres of landscaped gardens and outdoor event spaces, all of which are close to the canal.

Whether it's the Grand Lawn, the Pool Garden or an al fresco gathering under olive trees, you can build in anything from networking receptions, relaxation sessions or incentive activities to your event.

So if you’re after a luxurious, fully equipped and culturally rich environment for corporate delegates, The Ritz‑Carlton Abu Dhabi delivers on every level making it a standout choice for your next event in the UAE.

Aviva Studios, home of Factory International

We’re looking to seriously wow our staff for our upcoming annual conference which is why we have chosen Factory International at Aviva Studios in Manchester.

It’s one of the most impressive and flexible venues in the UK, bringing together cutting‑edge design and an unparalleled variety of spaces, all under one architecturally striking roof.

Aviva Studios was created to host events of all shapes and sizes, from intimate gatherings to large‑scale productions.

Designed by internationally renowned architect Ellen van Loon of OMA, its major internal spaces - including the Warehouse, ground floor, and auditorium - can be reconfigured or combined to accommodate diverse formats, making it as suitable for corporate events as for immersive performances.

The Warehouse can host standing audiences of up to 5,000, while the Hall accommodates 1,600 seated or 2,000 standing, with the option to merge the two for large, dynamic experiences.

Since opening, Aviva Studios has become a staple of Manchester’s creative scene, welcoming more than 1.5m visitors thanks to its world class technology and immersive potential.

The building’s state‑of‑the‑art acoustics and technical infrastructure allow teams to create multi‑sensory events not possible inconventional venues.

And with spaces designed to support ambitious staging, event planners can think big knowing the venue will deliver the goods.

With its industrial‑inspired architecture and bold presence across the River Irwell, Aviva Studios is already recognised as one of the UK’s most important cultural investments in decades – will it host yournext event?

Hilton Birmingham Metropole

If you're on the lookout for a venue that combines scale, flexibility, and unbeatable convenience, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole could be what you are after.

One of the UK’s largest event hotels, it offers no less than 31 meeting and event rooms spanning more than 60,000sq ft of space which gives planners the freedom to create everything from intimate workshops to large‑scale conferences.

The Monarch Suite is the largest space which can host up to 2,000 delegates, complete with its own dedicated entrance, foyer and organiser facilities.

For medium and large events, the Kings Suite and Palace Suite offer additional flexibility, with dividable layouts ideal for exhibitions, seminars, or receptions.

Location is one of the hotel’s biggest advantages as it is situated next to the NEC, Birmingham Airport, and Birmingham International trainstation, so it ensures effortless access for national and international attendees.

Event organisers also benefit from dedicated AV support, bespoke catering menus, and a team experienced in delivering everything from corporate conferences to gala dinners.

With 700 on‑site bedrooms, it means delegate scan stay under one roof which is perfect for multi‑day events and reducing logistical issues.

So whether you're planning a high‑profile conference, exhibition, awards night, or team gathering, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole offers the space, service and connectivity to make any event a success…