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Kent Event Centre

Kent Showground , Detling , Maidstone , ME14 3JF , Kent


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The Kent Event Centre is "The most flexible and versatile event space in Kent"​ Set in over 200 acres, the Kent Event Centre is the largest conference facility in Kent, offering over 7,000sqm of indoor space. There are three main exhibition halls, ideal for creating stunning exhibitions, trade fairs or public shows. Three are interconnected; the John Hendry, the Maidstone Exhibition Hall, and the Astor Pavilion. The Clive Emson Conference Centre has 1700sqm of space within the single span building. In addition we also have 5 meeting rooms which can cater between 8-100 delegates. We are between two major motorways and within 50 minutes by car or train from London. We have an excess of 200 acres of outdoor space and a private woodland at organisers disposal. We also offer onsite parking for up to 30,000 cars. So however big or small your event or conference, the Kent Event Centre can accommodate. And remember there is more than you think!
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Maidstone Exhibition Hall
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Maidstone Exhibition Hall - 4000

The Maidstone Exhibition Hall provides 3,000 square metres of versatile exhibition space. Fully ventilated with a permanent walkway to the John Hendry Pavilion and the Astor Pavilion. The Maidstone Exhibition Hall is a large, modern and flexible meeting space. The single span building is 42 metres wide and 73 metres long and can seat up to 2,000 people in theatre style. Full wireless coverage of high speed internet.
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John Hendry Pavilion
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John Hendry Pavilion - 2000

The John Hendry Building covers 1752 square metres and seats up to 1000 for dinner dances and 2000 for conferences and can be used as part of your event or as additional storage. The brick building has multiple entry down both sides and attaches directly to the larger Maidstone Exhibition Hall. There is power throughout the structure with 2.8 metre high cargo doors. Water supply is available as well as adjacent hard standing. Full wireless coverage of high speed internet.
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Astor Pavilion
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Astor Pavilion - 120

The Astor pavilion is a ground floor room with plenty of natural daylight. The room is equipped with a data projector, screen, flipchart and Wi-Fi. There are ladies, gents and disabled toilet facilities within the building. This versatile function room can accommodate 100 delegates theatre style with room for refreshments. Overlooking the Astor ring and with ample car parking in close proximity this is an ideal venue for conferences, meetings and events. Full wireless coverage of high speed internet.
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Clive Emson Conference Centre
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Clive Emson Conference Centre - 2000

The Clive Emson Conference Centre is a clear span exhibition hall of over 1700sqm. The hall is fully carpeted and lined and is located on the ground floor with ample ladies, gents and disabled toilet facilities. There is parking directly outside the building, making this the ideal venue for conferences and events. The entire space is fully lit, has under floor cabling and is fitted with modern communication technologies. There is a commercial kitchen space capable of being used to cater for up to 1000 people and the building also has full disabled access including a platform lift to the first floor meeting rooms.
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Cornwallis Room
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Cornwallis Room - 100

The Cornwallis is a training/meeting facility with cargo doors to allow large machinery and equipment to be brought in. This room is ideal for hands on equipment courses and training. The room is located on the ground floor and is reached through the Bearsted room which can be used as additional space for a more flexible solution. Full wireless coverage of high speed internet.
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Chilham Room
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Chilham Room - 70

Both the Chilham and Bredhurst Room are located in the Clive Emson Conference Centre. Access is via stairs or lift from the ground floor, both rooms are fully carpeted with air conditioning. Fitted with projector, screen, flipcharts and Wi-Fi, these rooms also have access to a separate refreshment area. Full wireless coverage of high speed internet in both rooms.
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Bredhurst Room
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Bredhurst Room - 70

Both the Chilham and Bredhurst Room are located in the Clive Emson Conference Centre. Access is via stairs or lift from the ground floor, both rooms are fully carpeted with air conditioning. Fitted with projector, screen, flipcharts and Wi-Fi, these rooms also have access to a separate refreshment area. Full wireless coverage of high speed internet in both rooms.
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Detling Room
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Detling Room - 90

The Detling room is located above the Kent Event Centre administration offices and provides an ideal venue for meetings. Located in Alan Day House this room can be accessed through the main reception area. There is no lift access to this room (for wheelchair access please see our facilities in the Clive Emson Conference Centre). Fully carpeted, the room can accommodate 60 people theatre style. Private washrooms are located next to the room. Wireless internet is provided in addition to a screen, data projector and flipcharts. This room can be hired with the Stockbury room, which can be laid out for refreshments.
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Stockbury Room
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Stockbury Room - 12

The Stockbury, our smallest room, is located on the first floor in the Alan Day House. The room has plenty of natural daylight and overlooks the Astor Ring. Wi-Fi is available and we can provide a screen and data projector. This room comfortably accommodates up to 8 delegates boardroom style. There are ladies and gents toilet facilities directly outside the room.
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