Wilkinson Moore

As the festivities are not too far away, we wanted to let you know when we will be closing for the Christmas break.

The office will be closed from 12.00 noon on Tuesday 24^th December 2024 and will re-open at 9.00 am on Thursday 2nd January 2025.

We would like to take this opportunity to thanks all our clients for the incredible year we have had, a record year since we started in 2002. We wish you a fantastic festivity break when it happens, and looking forward to be helping you with your events and bookings in 2025 and beyond …

“They go above and beyond to check and double check every booking, delivering a seamless service!”

“Nexusvenue is different from other companies because I can always rely on them to come back to me, I never have to chase for a reply and all their staff are so friendly and helpful ”

“Because Nexusvenue offers outstanding service, a fantastic choice of venues with expert knowledge (and the staff are lovely as well!)” –

“Attention to details, speed of response and friendliness.”

“I’ve been working with Nexusvenue for nearly 20 years and they have helped us find venues across the world for our events. When I moved companies I made it a point to take Nexusvenue with me and whether a small 50 delegate event or 2000 people, Sylvain and the team have never let me down. They have their finger firmly on the pulse of the venue sourcing market and always exceed our expectations. “

Welcome to our November Newsletter.

October has been a remarkably busy and a very interesting month.

We started the month completing an Incentive trip to Paris for one of our clients.

Our client and her colleagues are still buzzing from the team bonding activities and as I always say, it is a great company investment, which ideally needs to be planned a year ahead, if possible.

Planning and attention to detail is always very important.

We are also very blessed to be working in unison with our partners, Lafayette (Destination Management Company) in Paris, our Travel Agency for the Eurostar tickets and the restaurants in Montmartre, Le Marais and the Bateaux for the dinners & lunches.

Without forgetting the caricaturists, the guide, the pedicabs and of course Les Jardins du Marais Hotel. And this is the result …

Location, location, location – In Buckinghamshire’s beautiful countryside, 20 minutes by train to central London, around 20 minutes by car from Heathrow Airport and within minutes of the M40, M25 and M4 the hotel has plenty of free parking on site. There are 147 peaceful bedrooms and suites.

A choice of Meetings and Events spaces for 2 to 180 guests in four main suites which can be divided into 13 smaller rooms using soundproof partitions equipped with the latest AV facilities, including high-speed Wi-Fi throughout.

There is also an award-winning restaurant, a cosy bar and a conservatory lounge.

The Hotel has scenic landscaped gardens with private BBQ area and terrace.

Would you like to know more? Please contact us.

We are now moving from Gerrard Cross to London …

Think “quirky” London on a budget.

Sometimes it is a question to be flexible with the location.

Shoreditch is a great location with new hotels opening all the time.

Central East London Stylish fun hotel with 194 bedrooms. Fully equipped gym. Restaurant and bar with stage for performances and DJ. Open plan kitchen serving world food, with East End classics like Fish and Chips. Ethereal Garden cocktail bar with DJ booth and retractable roof. Foosball and arcade machines. Karaoke rooms for up to 40 people with 10k song choices. Private dining room for up to 12 and large event space which can host up to 100 guests.

This inspiring space can accommodate up to 350 guests in Theatre-style or 200 in cabaret-style. Additional break out rooms are positioned throughout the venue for private catering and up to 25 Exhibition stands. The venue is flooded with natural light and benefits from 5 -metre floor to ceiling heights, providing extensive branding opportunities. Cavendish Venues offers full in-house catering and integrated supported by the venue experience on-site AV Engineers.

It is now time to go to the airport and pick up our next flight…

The hotel is on the way to the terminals 1,2 & 3 from the M4 Junction 5 and a short distance away to Terminal 4 & 5.

With 428 bedrooms, the hotel has also got 10,760 sqm2 of newly refurbished function spaces.

With a total of 21 meeting spaces, the hotel can accommodate 220 delegates in a theatre style , 104 delegates in cabaret style and 200 delegates for a reception. There is a unique garden space and conference atrium.

Would you like to know more? Do contact us.

Although, the weather has not been great, all our clients have kept us busy So thank you.

Recently, we have been helping our clients to find the right Venues in the Cotswolds, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Manchester, Edinburgh, and London. You will see some venues used recently below.

We have also helped our clients in the US, South of France, Sweden, Ireland, Denmark, and Singapore.

It is always great to visit a hotel and experience high levels of service as well as some lovely personal touches.

We were lucky enough to join our client for an hotel visit preparing their incentives for June 2025. And this is what each of us received on arrival .

Situated in the heart of the Cotswold Water Park, De Vere Cotswold Water Park is home to 15 flexible event spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, and exhibitions. The largest spaces, The Mallard Suite and The Kingfisher Suite can accommodate up to 400 and 370 guests respectively with breath-taking lake views, direct private outdoor access, and thoughtful interiors to set the tone for a memorable event. On the ground floor, the Whimbrel Marquee is a blank canvas ideal for large conferences, exhibition stands and corporate dinners. In addition, there are a host of smaller, more intimate meeting spaces suitable as syndicate rooms or to be hired independently. There is a total of 328 bedrooms across the hotel ranging from standard rooms to deluxe rooms with lake views. Not to mention for those looking for some relaxation, Spa6 is a tranquil destination with Technogym equipment, a spa pool, sauna, and treatments. This unique venue is just 5 miles from Cirencester, 20 minutes from J15 of the M4 and 35 minutes from J11a of the M5 with Heathrow airport just an hour’s drive away.

The BCEC offers a versatile mix of event spaces ideal for conferences, exhibitions, board meetings, award dinners, networking, and charity events, Situated 2 minutes from New Street Station and adjacent to the Holiday Inn.

Spanning three floors, the BCEC boasts over 2000 square metres of flexible meeting space, accommodating over 1000 delegates throughout the venue, from as few as 2 delegates in the Evolve Pod up to 600 for a private dinner in the Mercian. And everything else in between.

Linked to the Holiday Inn Birmingham City centre via a glass walkway allowing guest’s easy access to 261 bedrooms. And a local network of hotels offering more than 1000 bedrooms.

Would you like to know more? Please contact us at nexusvenue.

Radisson Blu Bristol stands out with its central location, modern design, and stylish interiors. It offers well-appointed rooms with stunning city views, flexible meeting spaces for up to 120 delegates with state-of-the-art technology and excellent dining options. Guests also benefit from a well-equipped fitness centre and exceptional service, making it a premier choice for meeting guests and both leisure and business stays in the heart of Bristol.

Back to school, back to work and, hopefully we will have an Indian Summer .

Meanwhile, this month we are concentrating on UK properties, Chester, Manchester and 33 distinct locations with the Village Hotels Group.

We are always keen to hearing your experiences when we book venues for our clients, please let us know any feedback you receive.

Nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, conveniently accessible from most major English cities, Carden Park Hotel offers the perfect blend of business and pleasure. With 197 luxury bedrooms, this venue features 18 versatile event spaces that can be easily adapted to suit your specific requirements. Whether you are planning a team-building retreat, a strategic meeting, a corporate golf day, or a large annual company event, Carden Park can comfortably accommodate groups ranging from 2 to 400 guests. Additionally, a dedicated AV team is on hand to ensure that your experience is seamlessly executed. The hotel prides itself on delivering world-class experiences, including the creation of delicious and flexible menus for your delegates, all coupled with extremely high standards of customer service. The commitment to continual investment ensures they remain at the forefront of the industry, making it an attractive meeting location for businesses of all sizes.

Malmaison Manchester Piccadilly hotel offers a lavish and refined experience during your stay in this culturally diverse and lively city. Perfectly situated on Piccadilly, the hotel is nestled amidst the city’s top shopping, dining, and entertainment hotspots.

This stunning hotel is right on the doorstep of the city’s best shopping, dining, and entertainment spots. Whether you are in search of high-end boutiques or quirky independent stores, all are within easy reach. The hotel is also a 2-minute sprint away from Manchester Piccadilly train station, giving you a perfect springboard to Greater Manchester, the Peak District and more.

The 154 spacious bedrooms that come complete with king size bed, en-suite bath, and shower and all those essential and lovely little extras.

There are 6 meeting and space possibilities with “Work & Play”. Up to 80 delegates could be organised in a Theatre style, 60 Cabaret Style and even 130 standing for reception if you combine W+P 4&5.

We had a catch up with our contact at Village Hotels recently. nexusvenue is set up on their agency preferred scheme so we can book preferential accommodation rates which include parking, Wi-Fi, gym access and flexible cancellation.There are 33 Village Hotels across the country, they are usually well located, within easy access of major transport hubs and offer plenty of parking as well as flexible meeting space with the tech you need to get things done.

Bristol, Birmingham, Cardiff, Swindon, Nottingham to name a few locations …

We do hope Summer is getting closer now We have been longing for it for an exceptionally long time.

This month we are looking at Venues in London and some in ideas for Helsinki.

We are also including our annual Charity Prize draw with a different flavour this year.

An independent spirit of an hotel at the social heart of evolving Shoreditch. With 258 bedrooms and suites designed to be your retreat from the vibrancy and energy of the Rooftop Bar, offering calm in the heart of Shoreditch giving you the opportunity to disconnect from the outside world. From work meetings to unformal gatherings, this independent hotel offers five meeting rooms including the One Hundred room with its floor to ceiling glass windows providing splendid views of the London city skyline. The maximum capacities are 120 guests for a reception, 80 delegates on a theatre style layout, 24 delegates on a Boardroom style and 42 Cabaret style.

Stanley Kubrick meets the Avengers …This is how I would describe the Standard Hotel. 266 bedrooms, all assorted styles.

There are two main meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 100 Guests standing or 24 in a Boardroom lay out.

This venue in my opinion is very well catered for summer events on the rooftop, private Christmas events, fashion shows & celebration gatherings.

Over the last 2 years , our bookings have increased in Scandinavia especially in Helsinki, Finland .

We worked on a large event in Helsinki and it was great to have the opportunity to visit to see how the destination works for events. Ironically, our first bookings when we started nexusvenue in 2002 were in Stockholm -Sweden and Espoo – Finland (pronouced ESBO)

I can wholeheartedly recommend this destination for Conferences, Incentives & Team Meetings.

Few facts about Helsinki and Finland:

-          Flights from Heathrow takes between 2 hours 20 minutes and 2 hours 45 minutes maximum.

-          The best time to visit or to organise an event would be between March & October

-          There are 5 million inhabitants in a country 35% larger than the UK (and 3 million Saunas!)

-          75% of the land mass is made of forests in Finland.

-          There are 188,000 + lakes.

-          Beautiful views from Helsinki to the Baltic Sea.

-          Street signs are in Finnish (top) and Swedish (bottom)

-          There is no daylight around November and December and it does not go dark in June …

-          Favourite word: Sustainability

-          I would score 10/10 for service and food.

-          Wildlife: Reindeers, Bears, Lynx, Wolves …

-          Clean air, clean airport, clean city …

-          Quite easy transport system

Hotels & Venues:

We visited 7 Hotels and 4 Venues so I will choose one …

25 minutes from Helsinki airport by car or 30 minutes by train, the newly refurbished Crowne Plaza Helsinki Hesperia overlooks Hesperia Park. The hotel is close to the Finnish National Opera House and just a few minutes’ walk from the city centre. A short walk from both the National Museum of Finland, Olympic Stadium and Finlandia Hall conference centre. The hotel has 349 bedrooms, a Spa, Sauna, Swimming pool and 15 flexible meeting spaces.

The facilities can accommodate 1000 guests for a reception, from 16 delegates in a boardroom style to 400 delegates in a cabaret style. There are plenty of options with many break-out rooms.

We were lucky enough to meet with 4 different DMC’s (Destination Management Companies) and 2 team building companies whilst we were in Finland. From being fed by the finalist of “Finland Master Chef” to trekking in the wilderness hearing wolves in a distance to swimming in the Baltic Sea (the water was 2 degrees), there are so many team building activities and sporting activities that we would need two newsletters to go through all the options.

Please see below, this is just a tiny fraction of what can be done …

Would you like to know more? Simply email us

Thank you.

Kind regards

The team at nexusvenue

It’s now time to enjoy the Spring and the longer days ahead. We had fantastic responses last month with our Easter competition and we had 10 winners.

This month we are looking at Venues in London, Hampshire & Bedfordshire.

Sky Garden is located in the heart of the city, at the top of the iconic 20 Fenchurch Street (The Walkie Talkie Building).

Renowned as London’s highest landscaped public garden and a leading visitor attraction, Sky Garden is one of the most unique event spaces in the capital.

155 metres above London and spanning three storeys, Sky Garden offers four beautiful spaces and restaurants for a variety of occasions.

With many versatile meeting and event spaces, Sky Garden can be exclusively hired for 300 guests in a seated lay out or for 700 guests standing.

Similarly, the City Garden is a dedicated event platform ideal for Receptions for 300 guests standing or 150 guests in a seated lay out.

Now you have the venue , what about the Caterer?
We have the perfect Catering company to look after your needs with:

Rhubarb (RHC)

Founded in 1996 as Rhubarb events, Rhubarb Hospitality has grown into a collection of iconic restaurants, bars and venues across the UK, US and Berlin whilst continuing to grow a leading events business across London and New York. Rhubarb Hospitality Collection is widely recognised as the leading event caterer. Their team of experienced professionals go above and beyond to create unforgettable culinary experiences that exceed expectations. With a focus on quality ingredients, exceptional service, and attention to detail, RHC is the perfect partner for any event. The team take care of all of your catering needs, from bespoke menus to creative design and detailed event planning. Whatever the occasion, Rhubarb has the experience and knowledge to deliver your event with a deliciously different flair.

Would you like to know more ? Ask our team at nexusvenue…

Summer is not far away, how about a Beach party in Central London?

Available from May 20^th until September 20^th for a maximum of 100 people and for £85.00 per person you could enjoy (subject to availability) :

Exclusive use of the Beach Bar (outdoor) & The Large Conservatory of the venue (adjacent indoor space) throughout the duration of your event – add the Leopard Bar Terrace if final numbers are over 100 people, Floral leis provided on arrival. A special Rum cocktail or Summer Punch (0% alcohol)’ served in a coconut Nacho display with condiments on arrival.

8 item summer inspired floating buffet, featuring a selection of meat, fish, vegetarian, and dessert options (vegan/ gluten free/ dietary options available) Summer-themed background music provided. Cloakroom facilities from the in-house concierge and” tea & Personalised event signage”. Full event management provided. Either between 12 -5pm or 18.00 -22.00pm… Please contact us for more information…

Oakley Hall Hotel & Restaurant is a luxury country house hotel in the heart of the Hampshire countryside.
It covers all of life’s little luxuries, from crisp Egyptian cotton linens to oversized bathtubs complete with indulgent, eco-friendly toiletries. It offers 50 bedrooms including two four poster suites, six executive bedrooms and the three-bedroom Garden Cottage. All offer stunning views of the 315 acres of grounds & feature beautiful period details.
The hotel has first-class facilities, flexible meeting spaces, and unbeatable location on the outskirts of Basingstoke. It is perfect for corporate events, it’s only a short train ride from Waterloo. Oakley Hall Hotel & Restaurant is situated just 6 miles from Basingstoke train station, 40 miles from Heathrow Airport, and a 10-minute drive from Junction 7 of the M3. They have a range of 8 meeting rooms to choose from, capable of hosting between 13 and 400 guests. The hotel is only a very short drive away from the world-famous Bombay Sapphire distillery, which is a fantastic off-site dinner or team building venue offering cocktail master classes and a guided visit of the gin distillery.

Wyboston Lakes Resort is all about experience. The resort is home to over 50 forward-thinking and flexible meeting and event spaces, spread across three separate venues with a maximum capacity of 600 delegates. The meeting facilities are supported by 416 bedrooms, fantastic tech, and a team that cares. In addition to this, the aim is to ensure that a memorable experience is achieved on all fronts, from providing the right facilities for your meeting, to creative food options and space to connect, relax and recharge.