In a Spin Over England's All-Rounders

In a Spin Over England's All-Rounders

From the stumps of the village green on a sunny Sunday afternoon to the cries of ‘how’s that’ from test matches that are televised to millions across the world, cricket continues to grow in popularity with the 2019 World Cup having played a big role in the rise.

Hosted in England and Wales, it was an exciting final between England and New Zealand that was decided by a super over, before England were crowned eventual winners. Viewed by a record-breaking 2.6 billion fans, it’s the most watched cricket championship ever.

With a summer of county cricket ahead, a business meeting in the morning followed by an afternoon of cricket whites, centuries and catches sounds very appealing.

Durham Cricket

Emirates Riverside is home to Durham Cricket. Along with iconic views of Durham’s famous castle, the Chester Le Street ground has superb corporate facilities and services making it an excellent host for a range of events.

There is a choice of large suites that can welcome up to 300 delegates through to smaller executive boxes that offer panoramic views over the pitch. With a door opening onto the balcony and available to hire on a half or full-day rate, these boxes are an excellent choice for up to 12 delegates.

Another popular space is the Castle View Suite, boasting its own bar and cloakroom facilities, a private entrance and views across the pitch to Lumley Castle, it’s an inspiring room that’s ideal for a conference or corporate celebration with the castle certain to be the centre piece of conversation.

Event organisers are in safe hands with an on-site technical team bringing a wealth of experience. Free Wifi and hard-wired capabilities for video conferencing are available and there’s a good choice of delegate dining options too.

Edgbaston Cricket Ground

Whether exhibiting, conferencing or celebrating, the Banqueting Suite at Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham is a highly versatile space that accommodates up to 800 delegates. This vast area can be split into smaller spaces, each with their own built-in bar, or go big and invite up to 660 delegates for a sit down event. With award-winning catering that promises sublime menus to complement the type of event, guests are sure to be bowled over at Edgbaston!

With its central location and good transport links, Edgbaston also makes an excellence choice for entertaining clients. The private boxes, suites and restaurants create an atmosphere conducive for combining business with a memorable match of cricket.

The Ageas Bowl

From the centre of England to the south coast and The Ageas Bowl on the outskirts of Southampton; this cricket ground showcases contemporary architecture with luxurious event facilities, to create an exciting backdrop for meetings and gatherings.

Offering a choice of flexible spaces, the Robin Smith and Derek Shackleton suites are exclusive members-only areas on match day but make an impressive setting for a conference or celebration on non-match days. Light and airy, with stunning views over the pitch, these suites benefit from integrated audio-visual capabilities, perfect for presentations.

The Ageas Suite is equally well equipped for presentations and with a feature bar it’s an excellent space for a three-course dinner and dance for 200 guests. Further catering options include a tasty bowl food menu, a range of buffets, working breakfasts and light lunches.

Surrounded by 150 acres of rolling countryside, The Ageas Bowl can be home to a team-building day too. Not only does it have its own nine-hole golf course, it has an open-air theatre too!