Abingdon Event Companies And Event Corporate Planner Service

Abingdon is bursting with fascinating buildings, beautiful riverside scenery, charming gardens and many sporting entertainment venues– which is why it’s the perfect place for all your event needs. Offering a rich history, Abingdon proudly claims to be the oldest town in the country, jam-packed with lively entertainment, unbelievable venues and a truly energising atmosphere.

Whether you’re planning a corporate event, party, conference, or you’re in need of a family activity day for 10 guests or 1,000; Effective Event Solutions is here to help. With nearing 20 years experience we’re committed to delivering only the very best, doing whatever it takes to ensure the success of your event. We offer a bespoke service making your ideas come to life, all with your budget in mind.

Event venues in Abingdon

Abingdon is recognised for special architectural merit with over 30 buildings dating back to the 17th Century.  Soak up the history and fantastic scenery by hosting your event in some of the finest venues the UK has to offer. For example the Abbey Buildings have many rooms of various sizes, including a small theatre, all perfect to give your guests a fascinating glimpse into the business life of the medieval monastery and create a unique and memorable event.

Abingdon is blessed with many halls, manor houses and alternative venues that can be hired for corporate events, private functions or exhibitions. There are museums, historic buildings, hotels and much more, all offering a wide variety of venue sites with guest accommodation.

Entertainment perfect for all occasions

You don’t’ always need four walls to host the event of the year. In Abingdon you can find riverside parks and gardens, leisure facilities for tennis, swimming and boating and great spaces for throwing the perfect summer fete. If you’re looking to host family day activities then you can swim or splash in Abbey Meadows outdoor pool or water feature for the perfect summer event.

Impress clients by taking them on a River Thames cruise. Regular summer services depart from Abingdon for trips to Oxford, Wallingford and the Thames downstream.  Moor up next to the oldest surviving lock chamber in the UK, Abingdon Lock, and enjoy fair ground rides, fun food stalls and quirky mobile cocktail bars. You’re sure to have an evening that won’t be forgotten!

As Abingdon is located in central England it is a great destination for day trips including Windsor castle, Shakespeare’s Stratford and the mysterious, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stonehenge.

Our services

With our outstanding local knowledge, supplier connections and our determination to understand you, your business and your objectives, we aim to deliver an event that gives long lasting memories of one fantastic occasion. At Effective Event Solutions we strive to deliver a meticulous service, continually aiming to be the best event companies in Abingdon and the whole of the UK.

Getting there

Set in rural Oxfordshire, Abingdon is in the centre of England making a perfect base for an easily accessible event. It is easily located by road and rail and only a 45-minute train journey from London. Buses run regularly from Oxford City Centre and there are many great transport links to the rest of Oxfordshire.

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Alternative Christmas Parties in London

Looking for different way to celebrate the festive season this year? 2014 is the Year of the Bus for London Transport, but it’s much easier to see the city by bicycle …

Wrap up warm and take the Tally Ho Ho Ho Christmas tour of the capital! A single group is usually around 12 cyclists but we can have multiple guides to take a group of up to 40.

Your group will take a merry winter’s ride around London against the backdrop of glittering Christmas lights and festive decorations adorning many of the buildings and shop fronts you pass. The tour guide(s) will lead you around some classic sights as well as the best of London’s seasonal happenings.

Wrap up warm and swap the traditional office ‘do’ for an alternative view of the capital as the sun goes down and everything lights up for Christmas!

The tour guide(s) will stop frequently to tell you quirky historical tales, insider tips and also to take a pit-stop at Hyde Park’s famous Winter Wonderland (grab a mulled wine while you’re at it!). After visiting the Christmas markets your tour will head on through the back streets of the West End and soak up the vibes of fashionable Carnaby Street and the alternative character of Soho.

If you’d like more ideas for alternative christmas parties in London then please contact the team on Sales@EffectiveEventSolutions.com 

Top 10 Group Activities in Dubai

Dubai is a fascinating city with much to offer both corporate events and incentive groups. From high-end hotels and penthouse bars to desert landscapes and golf courses, the range of group activities in Dubai mean you’ll never get bored.

Effective Travel Solutions work with the best local suppliers in the U.A.E. to ensure our group and incentive programmes offer your guests an unforgettable experience.
Here are our Top 10 group activities in Dubai:

1. Dune-bashing (pictured)

Combine stunning scenery with adrenaline fueled action as you head out on across the sand dunes in a 4×4. If you’re brave enough (and have your driving licence) you can take to the wheel yourself!

2. Get an Aerial view

See the famous Palm in all it’s glory from your own private Helicopters or Seaplanes, take a short trip over the city or make a day of it and use air transfers to take you to/from Abu Dhabi!

3. Shopping

Dubai Mall is a wonder in itself; take a trip round the aquarium, gaze at the indoor waterfalls and pick up a few designer treats! At the other end of the shopping spectrum are the markets, head over to Souk Madinat for more traditional Emirati gifts (and a huge variety of restaurants) or down to the spice markets to experience ‘Old Dubai’.

4. Sunset dinner in the desert

Exclusive dune areas can be transformed into stunning banquet spaces whatever your group size. Traditional rugs and cushions can be brought in for drinks at sunset too.

5. Sky Diving

For adrenaline-seekers this is another great way to get a good view of The Palm – sky dive over it!

6. Spa relaxation

Famed for it’s high-end hotels and resorts, Dubai has also become one of the world’s top spa destinations. A great way to unwind post event!

7. Be a ‘HOG’ for the day

The Harley Owners Group of Dubai will pick your group up with their ‘fleet’ of incredible Harley Davidson motorbikes, cruise down the highway as a transfer between venues or take a longer trip out sightseeing!

8. Boat-Life

Take a short trip across Dubai Creek in an authentic Abra (the best way to get to the Spice and Gold markets) or hire a traditional Dhow boat for an evening dinner cruise.

9. Formula 1 Thrills

Ok so not technically in Dubai, but just an hour away by road (or quicker by air!) is Abu Dhabi’s famous Yas Marina F1 circuit. Tours and track days can be arranged as well as helicopter and seaplane aerial trips over Yas Island.

10. Cocktails with a view

As you may have guessed from it’s skyline, Dubai is spoilt for choice when it comes to dining with a view. Many buildings and hotels have devoted their top floors to sumptuous bars and sophisticated restaurants.

Whilst these are some of our favourites there are also many more group activities in Dubai; Camel Polo, Golf and Watersports to name just a few.

If you’re interested in taking an incentive group out or holding an event in Dubai, then get in touch for a FREE proposal via Sales@EffectiveEventSolutions.com 

London venue made famous by Michael Bublé

Whilst getting ourselves in the festive mood (by playing cheesy Christmas songs in the office – naturally) we were excited to notice that the back-drop for Michael Bublé and Idina Menzel’s new video is none other than The Banking Hall!

Bublé and Menzel’s rendition of the classic ‘Baby it’s cold outside’ features two adorable mini-mes singing and dancing around one of our favourite London venues. Watch them in action here.

Banking Hall is a recent addition to the city’s event ‘portfolio’, formerly Lloyd’s bank, the grade II listed main hall was designed in the 1930s and retains it’s Art Deco inspired style to this day. Huge marble columns line the sides of the room and provide real ‘wow-factor’ for everything from corporate conferences to Christmas parties.

The mezzanine level ‘counting room’ has views over the Bank of England to one side and a birds eye view of the main hall to the other.

From 150 to 800 guests, whatever event you are planning, Banking Hall is the perfect venue to impress your guests.

If you’re interested in finding out more or holding your next event at this venue please contact our team on Sales@EffectiveEventSolutions.com for a FREE proposal.

 

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