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ARU Writtle

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Venue Type

Academic Venue

City

Chelmsford

Region

South East

Standing

196

theatre

196

dinner

bedrooms

About Venue

Located within the beautiful parkland campus of ARU Writtle on the outskirts of Chelmsford, Essex, ARU Writtle is a contemporary conference and events venue combining modern facilities with over 150 hectares of landscaped grounds and historic surroundings. The university campus provides a versatile setting for conferences, meetings, exhibitions, awards dinners, training events and corporate away days, offering an attractive alternative to traditional city-centre venues.

The venue features a wide selection of lecture theatres, meeting rooms, exhibition spaces and flexible event facilities supported by modern technology, professional event management and on-site catering. Surrounded by lakes, gardens and open countryside, ARU Writtle offers delegates a peaceful environment while remaining easily accessible from London and the South East.

Situated just outside Chelmsford with convenient access to the A12, M25 and London Stansted Airport, ARU Writtle provides an accessible destination for regional and national events with ample on-site parking and excellent transport connections.

Event Spaces

The Lawes Lecture Theatre

A modern tiered lecture theatre designed for conferences, keynote presentations, seminars and large corporate meetings, featuring integrated audiovisual facilities and comfortable fixed seating.

The Weston Hall

A flexible multi-purpose event space suitable for exhibitions, networking events, awards ceremonies, receptions and large-scale conferences, offering adaptable layouts for a wide variety of event formats.

Meeting Rooms

A collection of contemporary meeting rooms accommodating workshops, board meetings, interviews, training sessions and breakout activities, all benefiting from natural daylight and modern presentation facilities.

Sports Hall

A spacious indoor venue capable of hosting exhibitions, large conferences, team-building activities and specialist events requiring generous floor space and flexible layouts.

Outdoor Event Spaces

The extensive grounds, gardens and lakeside areas provide unique opportunities for outdoor receptions, team-building exercises, festivals, demonstrations and corporate hospitality events in a picturesque countryside setting.

Facilities and Services

ARU Writtle offers integrated audiovisual technology, high-speed Wi-Fi, professional event management, in-house catering, exhibition facilities, breakout spaces, accessible event rooms, extensive free parking and flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces suitable for conferences and corporate functions of all sizes.

Location and Access

Located just west of Chelmsford city centre, ARU Writtle benefits from excellent access via the A12 and M25, making it convenient for delegates travelling from London, Essex and East Anglia. Chelmsford railway station provides direct services to London Liverpool Street in around 35 minutes, while London Stansted Airport is approximately 30 minutes away by car. The campus offers extensive free on-site parking, step-free access throughout much of the venue and straightforward loading access for exhibitors and event suppliers.

Ideal For

Corporate Conferences
Training Courses
Exhibitions
Award Ceremonies
Team Building Events
Networking Events
Product Launches
Corporate Away Days
Meetings
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Key Features

University Conference Venue
Extensive Parkland Campus
Modern Lecture Theatres
Flexible Meeting Rooms
Large Exhibition Facilities
Outdoor Event Space
On-Site Catering
Free Parking
Dedicated Events Team
Excellent Road Access

Why Hire

ARU Writtle combines modern conference facilities with expansive countryside surroundings to create a unique venue for business events. Its flexible spaces, professional event support and tranquil campus environment make it an excellent choice for conferences, exhibitions, training events and corporate gatherings within easy reach of London.