Sands End Arts & Community Centre
A venue like no other
Surrounded by original Edwardian walls and century-old Plane Trees, it offers a serene, green oasis that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the city, providing a stunning natural backdrop for any event.
About the venue
Set within 20 acres of open space, Sands End Arts & Community Centre (SEACC), RIBA’s shortlisted Regional Building of the Year 2022, is a sustainable venue designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Offering a variety of large, airy spaces for hire, SEACC is the perfect setting for exclusive corporate and private events, fully managed by the expert Evolve team.
SEACC stands out with its innovative design and deep commitment to community, sustainability and wellbeing. By hiring this venue, you directly support a variety of impactful community programs, including free weekly art therapy sessions, table tennis for seniors, Meet Up Mondays sessions and The Wednesday Club, which provides free food, hot drinks, crafts and activities for local residents. Your event not only benefits from a stunning, sustainable space but also contributes to meaningful social initiatives.
The Event Spaces
The venue is thoughtfully designed to foster connection and promote happiness, featuring a variety of spaces available for hire, either separately or together. Options include the Main Hall, Meeting Room and The Lodge, offering a unique and revitalising atmosphere to suit your event’s needs. Together, the various building elements frame a courtyard at the centre of the site which can be used for outside drinks, receptions, break out spaces as well as access to the Walnut Grove, Healing Gardens and onto the parkland for large summer events.
The Main Hall
Featuring sustainably sourced timber & waste based bricks with high-level windows with direct views up towards the trees and sky. It’s the perfect space for larger events such as conferences, receptions, press days or weddings. Can be combined with the grounds for away days and summer parties.
Capacity: 150 seated dinner dance, 230 stand up (300 with cafe)
Dimensions: 18m x 9.8m
The Courtyard
Adjacent to the Main Hall and Meeting Room, the Courtyard provides an inviting outdoor space for events like drink receptions. It opens onto Walnut Grove, a tree-lined, shaded retreat perfect for outdoor games like pétanque, and the Healing Garden, an ideal setting for wellbeing activities.
Capacity: 200 standing
Dimensions: 12m x 12m
The Meeting Room
A bright, airy room, this versatile space serves as an excellent breakout area for the Main Hall, ideal for meetings, workshops and wellbeing activities. It also offers a quiet retreat during corporate events, providing attendees with a serene environment to recharge and reflect.
Capacity: 30 standing
Dimensions: 5.1m x 6m