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Top Places for Conferences in Essex
Essex is more than just a commuter haven—it's a thriving business destination with top-tier conference venues. At venues in thriving hubs like Southend-on-Sea, Harlow and all around the area, you'll have access to small and large conference rooms with advanced audiovisual equipment, breakout spaces for team collaborations, and on-site catering that keeps everyone energised. You can choose a venue in Essex that suits your style, from the modern flair of Basildon to the historic atmosphere of Saffron Walden. Use Tagvenue to easily find the perfect venue for your next conference in Essex.
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![Buckingham Suite at Harlow Hotel by Accor in Essex]()
from £40
per person / per dayCheck availabilityBuckingham Suite
150 guestsHarlow Hotel by AccorEssexBuckingham Suite is a Function Room in Harlow Hotel by Accor. The room is an open-plan, column-free conference space that can be reconfigured to suit different seating arrangements. -
![Davey Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityDavey Room
50 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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![QUE 101 at ARU Venue Hire - Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £775
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityQUE 101
140 guestsARU Venue Hire - ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexWe recommend this room for medium-sized conferences, meetings, and seminars. There is a mezzanine level right next to the room, perfect to set up exhibitor stands or our catering services. -
![SAL 001 at ARU Venue Hire - Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £1400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySAL 001
400 guestsARU Venue Hire - ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexA range of modern, well-equipped lecture theatres and classrooms are available for hire for a wide range of events, from small meetings for 20 people to large conferences for 400. -
![Chafford Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityChafford Room
80 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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With its contemporary decor and flexible layout, the room accommodates everything from weddings and celebrations to corporate meetings and conferences. -
![Oak & Willow Room at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £35
per person / per dayCheck availabilityOak & Willow Room
50 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexWhether hosting a corporate function or a social celebration, the Oak & Willow Room at Stifford Hall Hotel offers a refined and memorable venue. -
![Belhus Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityBelhus Room
14 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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Best for: Board-level discussions and presentation-led sessions suit the room. What sets it apart: A continuous U-shaped high-gloss red modular conference table provides a defined central workspace. -
![The Stifford Suite at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel in Essex]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Stifford Suite
120 guestsMercure Thurrock Stifford Hall HotelEssexThe Garden Suite has french doors leading onto the patio area, with secondary daylight this room is ideal for private and social gatherings and meetings. -
![Modern at Harlow Hotel by Accor in Essex]()
from £250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityModern
30 guestsHarlow Hotel by AccorEssexThe Modern meeting room is one of our popular rooms that can hold up to 16 Boardroom or 20 cabaret. The space offers great natural daylight and comes fully equipped for any style of meeting with its high-tech screen with -
![Small Classroom at ARU Venue Hire - Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £215
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySmall Classroom
39 guestsARU Venue Hire - ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexOur small classrooms are a perfect option when you’re looking for a space for small conferences, meetings, training, or to use as breakout rooms during larger events. -
![Aveley Room at The Thurrock Hotel in Essex]()
from £150
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityAveley Room
14 guestsThe Thurrock HotelEssex
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Featuring modern decor and a flexible layout, the room is well-suited for weddings, conferences, private parties, and corporate meetings. Guests can expect attentive service and a menu offering a variety of culinary options, -
![Screen 3 at Everyman Chelmsford in Chelmsford, Essex]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 3
81 guestsEveryman ChelmsfordChelmsford, EssexLuxurious couches, lots of legroom, and distinctive design elements make our screens ideal event venues! Corporate gatherings and conferences, networking events, private screenings, kid's parties, adult celebrations, and
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FAQs about Top Places for Conferences in Essex
Prices of conference venues average around £38 per person. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £18 | to £39 | per person |
| From £250 | to £1400 | hire fee per day |
| From £150 | to £720 | hire fee per event |
You'll find conference venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 80 and 110 guests | prices average £595 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1200 hire fee per day |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for conference venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £350 hire fee per day | typically between 80 and 250 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average £350 hire fee per day | typically between 45 and 100 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 110 and 150 guests |
| Banqueting Hall | prices average £3800 hire fee per event | typically between 200 and 300 guests |
| Auditorium / Conference Room | prices average £1400 hire fee per day | typically between 55 and 195 guests |
Smaller conference venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Essex, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Chestnut Suite at Holiday Inn London Brentwood - meeting room for 40 guests
Venue said: A rectangular meeting room finished in neutral tones, featuring a low suspended ceiling, carpeted floor and compact meeting furniture. Windows fitted with vertical blinds allow controllable daylight. -
Essex Room at The Thurrock Hotel, rated 4.3/5 - meeting room for 50 guests
Venue said: With its contemporary decor and adaptable layout, the room is ideal for weddings, conferences, and private functions. Guests can enjoy personalized service and a menu featuring a variety of culinary delights, ensuring a memorable... -
Marlborough at Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 40 guests
Venue said: The Mercure Thurrock Stifford Hall Hotel is an elegant 18th-century Georgian mansion, surrounded by 6 acres of verdant parkland in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Cheap conference venues in Essex start from £150 hire fee per event or £250 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Chafford Room at The Thurrock Hotel, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 80 guests seated)
Venue said: The Chafford Room at The Thurrock Hotel is a versatile and stylish venue located in Thurrock, Essex, ideal for a variety of events and gatherings. With its contemporary decor and flexible layout, the room accommodates everything... -
Modern at Harlow Hotel by Accor, from £250 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: The space offers great natural daylight and comes fully equipped for any style of meeting with its high-tech screen with the ability to ClickShare. This meeting room also includes stationary on tables and complimentary high-speed... -
Meeting Room at Patch Chelmsford, from £36 hire fee per hour (up to 4 guests seated)
Venue said: A compact, intimate meeting room is characterised by exposed brick walls and a large blue central table. Seating is arranged around the table and a freestanding flipchart stands against one wall.
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