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In an increasingly hybrid working world, corporate away days have become one of the most effective ways for businesses to reconnect teams, create focus and drive meaningful conversation. When planned well, an away day provides more than a change of scenery it creates the conditions for collaboration, creativity and clarity.
At Prestige Venues & Events (PV&E), we work with corporate clients across the UK to deliver away days that feel purposeful, engaging and genuinely refreshing. From iconic sporting venues to unique cultural destinations, the right setting can transform the way your teams show up.
Why Corporate Away Days Still Matter
Away days remain a powerful tool for organisations looking to:
Align teams around strategy and priorities
Encourage open discussion away from everyday distractions
Strengthen relationships and team dynamics
Re‑energise staff and recognise shared success
The key is choosing a venue that supports both productivity and experience offering flexibility, comfort and an environment that helps people think differently.
What Makes a Great Corporate Away Day Venue?
Modern away days are no longer confined to traditional meeting rooms. Today’s corporate planners are looking for venues that offer:
Flexible layouts for workshops, presentations and breakouts
Natural light and inspiring surroundings
Strong AV and reliable connectivity
On‑site teams who understand corporate objectives
Space to build moments into the agenda from informal networking to relaxed hospitality
PV&E venues are designed to support the full away‑day journey, combining operational excellence with memorable settings.
Inspiring Corporate Away Day Venues Across the UK
Hamilton Park Racecourse – Strategic Thinking with Space to Breathe
Set just outside Glasgow, Hamilton Park Racecourse offers a calm, open environment ideal for leadership away days, planning sessions and senior team meetings. With a combination of modern interiors and far‑reaching views, the venue encourages clear thinking and focused discussion while still feeling relaxed and informal.
This is an ideal choice for teams looking to step away from city offices without losing professionalism or comfort.
Perfect for: Strategy days, senior leadership workshops, business planning sessions, team resets.
Edinburgh Zoo – A Truly Memorable Team Experience
For organisations looking to deliver something different, Edinburgh Zoo offers a standout setting for corporate away days that combine purpose with inspiration. Surrounded by nature and wildlife, teams are instantly taken out of their usual working environment helping conversations flow more freely and ideas emerge more naturally.
With a range of event spaces available, from structured meeting rooms to relaxed hospitality areas, the venue works brilliantly for businesses that want their away day to be talked about long after it’s finished.
Perfect for: Culture days, innovation workshops, team engagement days, leadership development.
Kent Cricket, Canterbury – Heritage, Focus and Flexibility
Few venues bring a sense of tradition and perspective quite like Kent Cricket at Canterbury. Surrounded by historic architecture and open green space, Canterbury provides a calm and professional backdrop for corporate away days.
Its flexible suites support everything from structured agendas to creative workshops, while the sporting heritage adds a sense of occasion that elevates the experience without overwhelming it.
Perfect for: Team workshops, departmental away days, planning sessions, board off‑sites.
Kent Cricket, Beckenham – Practical, Professional and Well Connected
Kent Cricket at Beckenham offers a more contemporary feel, ideal for businesses seeking a well‑located venue with excellent access and practical spaces. It’s particularly well suited to half‑day or full‑day away days where flow, simplicity and comfort matter.
The venue works seamlessly for teams who want a productive environment with the added interest of a sporting setting.
Perfect for: Team meetings, training days, regional away days, collaborative workshops.
Planning Your Next Corporate Away Day with PV&E
Every organisation has different objectives and the most successful corporate away days are those designed around purpose, people and place.
At PV&E, our on‑site teams work closely with organisers to ensure every detail supports your goals, from room layouts and catering styles to agenda flow and on‑the‑day delivery.
If you’re looking to plan a corporate away day that genuinely engages your team and delivers real value, choosing the right venue is the best place to start.
Explore PV&E corporate away day venues across the UK and discover how the right setting can help your teams reconnect, refocus and move forward together.
