University of Kent
Canterbury · 1.3 miles from the centre
University, college or school
The University of Kent in Canterbury hosts conferences in more than 150 event spaces on a 300-acre campus.
Up to 2,000 people
Conference venues in Canterbury
Canterbury suits conferences of every size. The University of Kent has more than 150 spaces, including an arena for over 2,000 delegates and thousands of campus bedrooms.
Venues
10 venues
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
Canterbury · 0.2 miles from the centre
Conference and exhibition centre
The Lodge at Canterbury Cathedral is a conference venue and hotel inside the Cathedral precincts in Canterbury, Kent.
Up to 250 people
Broome Park Hotel
Barham, Canterbury · 7.5 miles from the centre
Hotel
Broome Park Hotel is a listed mansion on a 250-acre estate at Barham, about 8 miles from Canterbury, Kent, near the A2.
Up to 200 people
Day rate from £45
The Spitfire Ground, St Lawrence
Canterbury
Stadium or sports club
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.
Up to 250 people
The King's School Recreation Centre
Canterbury · 0.4 miles from the centre
University, college or school
The King's School Recreation Centre in Canterbury, now known as Kings Canterbury Sports Centre, has a purpose-built conference room that local businesses can hire for meetings, training and presentations.
Up to 20 people
Abbots Barton Hotel
Canterbury
Hotel
Abbots Barton Hotel is a Best Western hotel on New Dover Road, a short walk from Canterbury city centre. It has two main conference rooms as well as smaller syndicate rooms.
Up to 150 people
Kent College Canterbury
Canterbury · 1.4 miles from the centre
University, college or school
Kent College in Canterbury hires out its meeting rooms, classrooms and conference spaces to businesses and organisations, with rooms for groups from 5 to 500 people.
Up to 500 people
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury · 0.5 miles from the centre
University, college or school
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
Canterbury · 1.4 miles from the centre
University, college or school
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys is on Langton Lane, off Nackington Road, on the southern edge of Canterbury. It hires out a wide range of indoor and outdoor spaces after school on weekdays and at weekends, for one-off or long-term bookings.
Up to 400 people
Guide to conference venues in Canterbury
The Lodge at Canterbury Cathedral offers a 250-seat auditorium inside the Cathedral precincts, 10 minutes' walk from both stations.
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Frequently asked questions
How many conference venues are there in Canterbury?
10 venues within about 8 miles of Canterbury.
What is the largest venue for conference venues in Canterbury?
University of Kent, with room for up to 2,000 people.
Which venues have free parking?
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge and Broome Park Hotel.
What is the cheapest day delegate rate?
From £45 per person at Broome Park Hotel.
Updated 8 November 2026