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For a fresh approach toconferences, corporate events, group travel bookingsand private functions, trysomething different anddiscover a wealth of newexperiences across the UKwith Darwin Business andDarwin Occasions.

As part of Darwin Escapes who love to do thingsdifferently, we believe conferences and eventsshould be fun and memorable experiences, with of course the serious stuff in between.

We also love to celebrate, absolutely anything andeverything, so if you are planning a special eventwith family, friends, colleagues or companions, we’re pretty sure we’ve got the perfect space for you...

Email: events@darwinescapes.co.uk

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CONFERENCES

From intimate meetings to elaborate conferences, we have a range of unique spaces in breath-takinglocations to cater for all of your business needs.

From the coastline of Cornwall to the ruralcountryside in Somerset, and from the banks of theSolent to the awe-inspiring hills of the Lake District,Darwin Business are confident we can offer theperfect venue for your next event.

Whilst we of course have our standard packages, we are always delighted to discuss your businessrequirements and tailor our offering to ensure thattogether they are achieved.

Discover the difference when you book your nextcorporate event with DarwinBusiness… get inspired.

TO PLAN TOGETHER

OUTSTANDING

SPACES

Our day delegate rate includes...• Exclusive use of

Conference Space

• State-of-the-Art Audio Visual Equipment

• Funky Pads and Chunky Pencils

• Jars of Sweets to perk you up

• Unlimited Tea, Coffee, Cordial and Chilled Water

• Mid-Morning and Mid-Afternoon Munchies

• Delicious Two Course Lunch

24 Hour Rates available upon request

We’ve got it covered…• Wedding Receptions

• Celebrations of Life

• Birthdays

• Anniversaries

• Christenings/Naming Ceremonies

• Private Dining

• Buffets and Banquets

• Gala Dinners

• Family Gatherings

• Spa Days

• Fundraisers

• Seasonal Celebrations

EVENTS

Across many of our resorts, we have distinctevent spaces available for private hire, fromquirky through to the more traditional.

Our venues are situated in breath-taking andpicturesque locations, adding that extrasomething to your event. The events packageswe offer are completely tailored to your needs,and our experienced and dedicated eventsteams will be on hand to guide you every stepof the way.

So whether you are celebrating a christening, abirthday, an engagement, a wedding, or simplywant to bring your friends and family together,then look no further than Darwin Occasions.

If you are looking tocelebrate that special event,then do it in style withDarwin Occasions.

TO GET TOGETHER

SPECIAL

SPACES

TEAM BUILDING

Several of our resorts offer their own extensiverange of activities, it’s up to you how adventurousyou want to be… We can offer thrills and excitement,or strategy and resolution; teams can step outside oftheir comfort zone or remain within – the choicesare endless.

We have some amazing activities right on ourdoorsteps and as we are partnered with local activityand event suppliers, whatever your needs, we cancreate bespoke activity sessions to ensure that all of your boxes are ticked. What are you waiting for?

Serious stuff done? Then it’s time to dust off your daring side…

TO GROWTOGETHER

EXCITING

SPACES

Team building events available...

• Rifle Shooting• Archery• Mission Devil’s Leap• Caving• Coasteering• Kayaking• Shipwrecked

• Bomb Disposal• Industrial Espionage• Blindfolded 4x4 Driving• Orienteering• Segways• Golf Days• Plus many more

Some activities are dependent on location

Better than a hotel because...• Fully Equipped Kitchens

• Range of 1, 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Lodges available

• Luxury Lounge/Diner

• Space to relax or socialise with colleagues and friends

• Hot Tub Units available

• Breath-taking Locations

• Free Parking

• Freedom

• Fresh Air

GROUP TRAVEL

More and more groups are turning to Darwin Escapesfor their accommodation needs; from societies andfilm crews to national and international businesses,and from sports teams to corporate retreats andeverything in between, we’ve got the perfect locationfor all.

With a wide variety of five-star luxury 1, 2, 3 and 4bedroom lodges and holiday homes throughout theUK, our accommodation not only offers relaxationand a home from home feel, but space to socialiseand create memories with your peers.

Discounted rates may be available based onminimum numbers.

Looking for accommodationfor your group or business,tired of staring at just fourwalls of a hotel room?

TO STAY TOGETHER

ENDLESS

SPACES

Discover an exciting range of handpicked UKdestinations for your next event, whether you arelooking for business, bonding or bunking down,Darwin Escapes have the perfect location for you, and we have highlighted a few in the pages to follow.

Whilst not all of our locations offer both venue spaceand accommodation, the choice between a 350 yearold mill house, a stylish conference lodge or seasidethemed function suite is sure to be a tricky one!

CONFERENCES EVENTS TEAM BUILDING

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IN STUNNING PLACES

AMAZING

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Why meet in the city when you canhideaway in a haven of inspiration?Who wants a meeting in a city centre anyway? Expensive parking, traffic jams…then whynot escape the hustle and bustle at Bath Mill Lodge Retreat? Perfectly positioned just afew miles from the World Heritage City of Bath, close to the M4 Corridor and only 7 milesfrom Bath Spa Railway Station, you’ll be connected yet feel a world away from it all.

Exquisitely renovated, our 350 year old mill, houses ourfunctional, flexible and quirky events suite, complete withits own private bar. Conference, Reception or Celebration,The Nest offers complete privacy whatever your event, with funky décor and state-of-art Audio Visual equipment,it’s the most perfect of venues, with secluded patio and ababbling brook running alongside.

Whilst we love hosting events in The Nest, we are alsoproud to offer stunning five-star lodge accommodation,from 1 to 4 bedrooms, so if it’s a Group Travel Booking, orResidential Course you require, rest assured your guests willbe much happier in a lodge rather than a hotel room. Weare also lucky enough to have some lush green space ifTeam Building is on the agenda.

Bath Mill Lodge Retreat Newton Road, Bath, Somerset BA2 9JF

• Function Suite• Capacity 70• Wedding Receptions• Celebrations• Private Dining• Team Building• Group Travel• Bar and Restaurant• Gymnasium• 63 Luxury 1, 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Lodges

At a glance

So near yet so far… experience the perfect countryside settingNestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, at the foot of the Mendip Hills, 8 miles from the M5 and 15 minutes from Bristol International Airport, CheddarWoods Resort & Spa is the ideal location for Conferences, Events, Team Building,Group Travel and so much more. A stunning rural location, yet so easily accessible,you’ll feel relaxed and inspired whether it’s business or pleasure.

Looking to host a meeting in a peaceful and stunninglocation, then look no further than The Nest, here at CheddarWoods Resort & Spa. Our fresh, light and airy meeting space,with state-of-the art Audio Visual equipment offersinspiration and focus to achieve your business goals.

And it doesn’t end there, why not turn day into night with ourfive-star luxury lodge accommodation. Packages can betailored to your requirements, and guests will have full accessto our on-site facilities, we offer so much more than a hotelroom for your guests.

Why not consider combining all of this with our extensive andexciting range of Team Building Activities; from Rifle Shootingthrough to Driving Blindfolded and everything in between,anything is possible…

Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa Axbridge Road, Cheddar, Somerset BS27 3DB

• Conference Lodge• Capacity 50 Theatre Style• Team Building• Group Travel • Spa Days• Bar and Restaurant• Indoor Heated Pool• Air-Conditioned Gymnasium• 130 Luxury 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Lodges

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Indulge in the idyllic, in the delightful Devonshire countryside If you are looking for luxury, then look no further than Hawkchurch Resort & Spa,situated on the Devon and Dorset border, just minutes away from the stunningJurassic Coastline. Offering Private Dining, Meeting Space, indulgent Spa Facilitiesand sumptuous accommodation, this is the ideal location to escape for a shortwhile, be it for business or pleasure, with colleagues or friends.

Sympathetically designed to flow with the tree studdedsurroundings, and with the stunning scenery of the AxeValley, your event is sure to be a memorable one. Boastingoutdoor space perfect for a Marquee; a host of Team Buildingactivities on the doorstep, an intimate Function Room withstate-of-the-art Audio Visual equipment, hidden away ifprivate dining is your choice, and stylish lodge accommodationfor your Group, Hawkchurch Resort and Spa really is the ‘go-to’ destination.

To complement your event our lavish Spa offers guests thechance to truly unwind, with Hydrotherapy Pool, RelaxationRoom, Sauna, Steam Room, and an extensive treatmentmenu, why not combine work, rest and play?

Hawkchurch Resort & Spa Hawkchurch, Axminster, Devon EX13 5UL

• Function Suite (Capacity 40 Theatre Style)• Spa Days• Receptions and Celebrations• Private Dining• Team Building• Group Travel• Bar and Restaurant• Hydrotherapy Pool• Air-Conditioned Gymnasium• 80 luxury 1, 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Lodges

At a glance

Lavish luxury in the magnificentLakes, you won’t want to leaveIf inspiration away from it all, combined with breath-taking scenery and a feeling of awe is on the menu for your next Residential, then Keswick Reach is the place,simply wow, even if we do say so ourselves! Located in a secluded part of the LakeDistrict but within driving distance of the stunning Derwent Water, this is a trulybeautiful region.

Keswick Reach is a luxury lodge resort with outstandingfacilities; Function Suite, Ammara Spa, Gymnasium, CopperFells Bar and Restaurant, and even an outdoor dog wash! We welcome all manner of Residential Events; perfectlyplaced to host walking, cycling and climbing groups, not tomention Corporate Getaways, where you can successfullycombine strategy with serenity.

The Lake District is one of the most popular areas in the UKthanks to its outstanding natural beauty and plethora ofvisitor attractions. You’ll soon understand its popularitywhen you visit the region, with miles of open countrysideand glorious mountains providing the perfect backdrop foryour group’s next Residential Event.

Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat Bewaldeth, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumbria CA13 9SY

• Function Room• Capacity 36 Theatre Style• Team Building• Group Travel• Spa Breaks• Bar and Restaurant• Air-Conditioned Gymnasium• 140 luxury 1, 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Lodges

At a glance

Event planning down to a tee...in beautifully landscaped surroundingsSet amongst a championship golf course and 180 acres of glorious woodlands, this is the perfect retreat in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds. Kilnwick Percy offers the whole package for any Event; from a Relaxed Chat with colleagues over coffee or the all-important Annual Conference; a Private Dinner with friends or Tying the Knot, we’ve got it more than covered.

Whether you are planning a Wedding, a Birthday, a lavishCocktail Party, a Business Meeting, Training Event orCorporate Retreat, with its stylish and versatile spaces,Championship Golf Course, luxury accommodation andbreath-taking views, you can be assured that your Event willbe a memorable and successful occasion.

With the option of three stunning spaces; The Fairway - anintimate Meeting or Dining Room, The Kilnwick Percy Suiteaccommodating up to 110 guests for a Celebration orBusiness Event, or the Vale of York seating 70, with its floor to ceiling windows offering stunning vistas across the green,you can choose one or choose them all.

Kilnwick Percy Resort Kilnwick Percy, Pocklington, Yorkshire YO42 1UF

• Function Suite

• Capacity 110 Theatre Style

• Weddings

• Team Building

• Group Travel

• Golf Packages

• Bar and Restaurant

• Air-Conditioned Gymnasium

• 27 luxury lodges and 28 hotel rooms

At a glance

HOLIDAY RESORT

Sandymouth brings you the best in beach and rural life, where the countryside meetsthe seaside; enjoy the nostalgia of a traditional seaside experience whilst takingadvantage of the brand new and modern facilities which we have to offer. Ourdesirable location means that we can offer your group a wealth of Activities andEvents, from Accommodation to Exhibitions, and from Training to Team Building.

The Crow’s Nest brings the outside in, with quirky seasidethemed décor, and vibrantly coloured fabrics andfurnishings. It is the perfect space for your next Conference,comfortably seating 100 theatre style, or if a stylish FormalDinner is on the cards, we can accommodate up to 110.

With vast amounts of outdoor space, a plethora of onsiteactivities, and indoor pool, combined with the fact we workclosely with local activity suppliers – think Surfing, Kayaking,Caving or Team Trails, Sandymouth offers something for anyEvent. So if it is Team Building, Networking, Planning or just afun weekend for a Group coming together, look no furtherthan Sandymouth Holiday Resort.

Sandymouth Holiday Resort Stibb, Nr. Bude, Cornwall EX23 9HW

• Function Lounge• Capacity 100 Theatre Style• Celebrations• Team Building• Group Travel• Bar and Restaurant• Indoor Heated Pool• Outdoor Gym Trail• 151 Luxury Holiday Homes

At a glance

Will Sun, Sea, Surf and Sand go hand in hand with your next event?

For inspiration and relaxation,as you watch the world sail by…Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat boasts access to a beautiful shingle beach and is surroundedby glorious woodland, guests have the best of both worlds at this stunning Isle of Wightescape. With luxury holiday lodges and one of a kind tree house accommodation, situatedclose to the vibrant harbour town of Ryde and less than 10 miles away from the charmingtown of Cowes, one size really does fit all.

Embracing the nautical theme, the décor perfectlyencompasses the spirit of the Isle of Wight; with uniquesailing rope decorations, log stacked walls and buoyshanging from the ceiling to add to the ambience. Floor toceiling windows in our Function Suite both bathe the roomin natural light and offer unrivalled views across the Solent.

Whether you are looking to bring a Group to take advantageof the unique offering of the Isle, or to host your nextMeeting, you really need to look no further. With PrivateDining, or the unique experience of The Braai, or our on-siteSpa and access to a wealth of activities, Woodside reallydoes have it all.

Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat Lower Woodside Road, Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight PO33 4JT

• Conference Suite• Capacity 40 Theatre Style• Private Dining• Spa Days• Team Building• Group Travel• Bar and Restaurant• Air-Conditioned Gymnasium• 119 Luxury 2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Lodges

At a glance

Darwin Escapes is one of the fastest growing travel brands in the UK,with each of our locations having its own unique character, where weendeavour to deliver the best facilities and service to our guests.

Over the past few years, we have invested tens of millions of pounds to create someof the best resorts in the UK, from family friendly with on-site activities, pools andrestaurants, through to secluded cliff-side settings, perfect for that romanticgetaway. Our current portfolio currently stands at 20 locations, proudly promotedon our website www.darwinescapes.co.uk

In 2016 realising that we were in a position to offer a unique guest experience interms of conferences, events and group travel, the brand Darwin Business was born.Since this time we have played host to all manner of bookings, anything from amonth long stay for a star studded film crew who took private use of one of ourresorts, through to many conferences and residential courses, oh and lots ofcelebrations too!

So, when you are planning your next event, please do get in touch,we’d love to create a bespoke package to suit your needs…

Email: events@darwinescapes.co.uk

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Owning your own luxury lodge opens up a world of possibilities and new adventures. Entertain clients in outstanding countrysidesettings, or reward your staff with the perfect break. Maybe you justneed to get away from the office and need the peace and quiet toget the important things done, or like most of us, you deserve aweekend of relaxing or a week of doing absolutely nothing!

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When you book our conference, team building or events facilities

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Own your ownBusiness Lodgewith Darwin Escapes

Luxury lodges include:• Fully furnished lodge• Spacious sun deck• Steps and skirting• Wi-Fi connection• Full PDI• Siting and connections• TVs in lounge and all bedrooms

For more information about this exceptional business lifestyle opportunity.

Telephone: 01745 858 010Text: Freedom to 88802Visit:www.darwinescapes.co.uk/sales

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Email: events@darwinescapes.co.uk

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