The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence

Canterbury

Stadium or sports club
1 / 1
Up to 250
people
6
meeting rooms

About the venue

The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence is the home of Kent County Cricket Club in Canterbury. Its conference and events business is run by Sodexo Prestige Venues and Events, and the rooms are used for conferences, meetings, dinners and parties.

The Harris Room is the largest space, seating up to 250 theatre style or for a banquet, with panoramic views across the ground. The Cornwallis Room seats 150 theatre style or 120 for dinner. The Chiesman Pavilion and the Les Ames Bar each take up to 150 guests.

For smaller meetings, the Cowdrey Meeting Room seats 25 theatre style or 18 around a boardroom table. The Les Ames Boxes overlook the pitch and take up to 30 people each, which suits small hospitality groups or a private lunch.

The catering team offers set menus, bowl food and buffets, and can meet a range of dietary needs. Some menus have a minimum of 30 guests. The ground is on Old Dover Road, about 15 minutes' walk from Canterbury East station. Call 01227 473612 or email thespitfireground@sodexo.com for prices.

Rooms and capacity

Harris Room

Notes
Theatre or banquet up to 250; views over the ground

Cornwallis Room

Notes
Theatre 150; banquet 120

Chiesman Pavilion

Notes
Up to 150 guests

Les Ames Bar

Notes
Up to 150 guests

Les Ames Boxes

Notes
Up to 30 per box

Cowdrey Meeting Room

Notes
Theatre 25; boardroom 18

Capacities are the maximum for each layout. Check numbers with the venue when you enquire.

Location and travel

Old Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3NZ

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Frequently asked questions

How many people can the Spitfire Ground hold for a conference?

The Harris Room seats up to 250 theatre style or for a banquet.

Does the Spitfire Ground have small meeting rooms?

Yes. The Cowdrey Meeting Room seats 25 theatre style or 18 boardroom style.

Who runs events at the Spitfire Ground?

Sodexo Prestige Venues and Events runs conferences and events at the ground.

How do I book the Spitfire Ground?

Call 01227 473612 or email thespitfireground@sodexo.com.

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Details checked 9 November 2026

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