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SPORTS CLUB HAS MORE TO OFFER THAN RUGBY


Franklin’s Gardens – a venue usually associated with one of the biggest clubs in rugby – also offers the perfect location for local, national and international meetings and conferences. Millions of pounds of investment


in recent years has made Northampton Saints’ home a match for any venue in the West Midlands. Steeped in sporting excellence


Known for being home to Europe’s fastest racing circuit, Rockingham Motor Speedway has so much more to offer than just fast cars and its many track configurations. Its unique facilities have


made it one of the UK’s most dynamic, flexible and eye- catching venues. Whether businesses are


looking to host a sales kick-off, an exhibition product launch, board meeting, conference or team away day – Rockingham offers a variety of solutions. Rockingham business


development executive – venue, Charlotte White, said: “We have a range of conference suites, meeting rooms, exhibition spaces and outdoor facilities available. Our venue enables clients to shape the venue to their needs. “Our Rockingham Building


has been built with the corporate world in mind. It has panoramic views of the entire track and provides a fantastic all year round venue offering hospitality in dramatic suites overlooking the circuit and countryside.” The purpose-built


Rockingham Building can cater for anything from two to 350 delegates and there are a variety of different event spaces to choose from. The venue’s showground


exhibition space can also be hired by the square metre and can be booked in conjunction with the indoor conferencing facilities or with one of its 13 different circuit configurations or off-road areas. Rockingham’s event


delivery team can also help businesses plan the event from start to finish.


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and history, having been home to Saints for more than 130 years, the venue can host events for up to 17,000 people and its staff are hugely experienced in hosting an array of functions. And whether it be an intimate


wedding or small meeting, right up to outdoor exhibitions or concerts featuring international superstars, Saints’ head of Hospitality, Conferencing & Events Edwin Turnham is confident Franklin’s Gardens can cater for your needs. “We’re well aware of the impact


the venue can have on the success of your event,” he said. “We take great pride in the fact


that we can accommodate almost any event imaginable, thanks to our range of function suites and an experienced, hard-working and professional on-site team. “You won’t find anywhere else that will match our flexibility,


capability and experience in helping you put together a memorable event – and at a superb price too!” As well as large suites for


conferences, breakout rooms for individual meetings or seminars, and outdoor space for parking and teambuilding sessions, Franklin’s Gardens has a full range of audio-


visual equipment and complimentary wireless internet access. Suites and rooms can be booked


by the day, half-day, or by the hour, with full catering facilities on site.


Call: 01604 599166 Email: franklinsgardens@ northamptonsaints.co.uk


A PERFECT VENUE FOR EVENTS


The Pavilion at Wicksteed Park


Wicksteed Park, with its 147 acres of wonderful countryside, rides and attractions is a unique venue and perfect for corporate events. The Kettering park has been entertaining families for


nearly 100 years and is currently undergoing a £4.5m rejuvenation project to renovate its historic heart and bring its heritage alive to all visitors. Its majestic Edwardian pavilion together with its


Celebration Suite can host up to 600 delegates, team building activities and flexible meeting packages which are all combined with free parking. For smaller events and meetings, its flexible rooms are also perfect for a group or event of any size. From product launches, family fun days, conferences, the list is endless. Head of marketing Rachel James said: “Wicksteed


Park is unique because in addition to being able to serve your meeting, exhibition and product launch requirements we are also a fun amusement park! “We also have exciting corporate team building


packages available which include the park’s attractions, such as our adrenaline zone, with zip wire and activity tower.” The venue also offers unlimited WiFi, a built in PA and sound system and LCD projectors and screens.


For further information call the events department on 01536 512475 option 3 or email meetings@wicksteedpark.org


Visit: www.wicksteedpark.org


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