University of Kent
Canterbury
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
University, college and school venues in Kent
Universities, colleges and schools in Kent hire out halls, lecture theatres, classrooms and sports facilities. They can offer large spaces, especially during school and university holidays.
Venues
24 venues
Kent College Canterbury
Canterbury
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
Old School Hall
East Farleigh
University, college or school
Old School Hall is a Grade II listed Victorian schoolhouse at 12 Lower Road, East Farleigh, next to the parish church and looking out over the Medway Valley.
Up to 80 people
The King's School Recreation Centre
Canterbury
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
Northbourne Park School
Betteshanger
University, college or school
Northbourne Park School at Betteshanger, near Deal, is a school set in over 100 acres of park and woodland that hires out its facilities for conferences, corporate away days and residential groups.
St Lawrence College
Ramsgate
University, college or school
St Lawrence College is an independent school on College Road, Ramsgate, that hires out its theatre, halls, library and accommodation for conferences, dinners, exhibitions and residential events. Much of the space is available during school holidays.
Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
Canterbury
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
Hillview School for Girls
Tonbridge
University, college or school
Hillview School for Girls is on Brionne Gardens in Tonbridge, about 12 minutes' walk from Tonbridge station. In the evenings and at weekends it hires out a wide range of spaces, with plenty of parking on site.
Up to 200 people
The Royal Harbour Academy
Ramsgate
University, college or school
The Royal Harbour Academy in Ramsgate hires out its facilities across two sites, on Newlands Lane and Marlowe Way. Its theatre is a multi-use room with 200 pull-out, theatre-style seats, used for performances, lectures, large meetings and parties.
Up to 200 people
Guide to university, college and school venues in Kent
Examples
- University of Kent, Canterbury: events for up to 2,000, with an events arena from £7,500 a day
- The King's School Recreation Centre, Canterbury
- Kent College, Canterbury
- St Lawrence College, Ramsgate
School venues are usually only available evenings, weekends and holidays, so check dates early.
Price guide
| Rate | Lowest | Typical | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room hire | £15 | £25 | £30 |
Frequently asked questions
Can businesses hire a school hall in Kent?
Yes. Many Kent schools hire out halls, classrooms and sports facilities, usually in the evenings, at weekends and in the holidays.
What is the largest university venue in Kent?
Among the venues on our site, the University of Kent in Canterbury has the largest stated capacity, at up to 2,000 people.