The most environmentally friendly
conference & event venue in the UK
Three dedicated indoor meeting and presentation spaces set in a stunning organic garden. The optimum “thinking space” for workshops, away days and leadership training. All profits from your venue hire go directly towards our charitable work.
Venue floor plans, capacity & facilities
Conference & presentation space
The lower roundel
The circular, domed lower roundel is a light-filled, spacious conference room with rammed-chalk walls, offering panoramic views across the Pines Garden towards the iconic White Cliffs and the English Channel. The natural light and versatility of the lower roundel make it ideal for audio-visual presentations and lectures.
- seats up to 100 delegates
- panoramic views of the gardens
- data projector and sound system
- virtual-daylight lighting system
- flexible layout
- WiFi
| Room Style | Capacity |
| Theatre | 80 |
| U | 25 |
| Boardroom | 20 |
| Cabaret | 42 |
| Standing | 100 |
Dining & networking space
The upper roundel
“A truly inspirational building, with the most wonderful acoustics.”
The upper roundel is perfect for networking events or as a buffet and dining area. It has direct access to the private terrace and garden, an exclusive space for outdoor conferencing and networking. From here you can admire the views across the garden, the English Channel and beyond.
- seats up to 95 delegates
- dining and buffet seating
- terrace suitable for outdoor meetings
- virtual-daylight lighting system
- flexible layout
- Wi-Fi
| Room Style | Capacity |
| Theatre | 95 |
| U | 35 |
| Boardroom | 30 |
| Banquet | 80 |
| Cabaret | 48 |
| Standing | 120 |
Meeting & boardroom
The comma-shaped meeting room is located on the ground floor and is a versatile space offering comfort and seclusion – ideal for smaller seminars or training sessions.
During larger events within the venue, organisers can hire the meeting room to use as a syndicate or breakout space. It is also suitable for exhibition and display purposes.
| Room Style | Capacity |
| Theatre | 30 |
| Boardroom | 8 |
| Standing | 30 |
- seats up to 30 delegates
- perfect for audio-visual presentations
- garden view
- flexible layout
- Wi-Fi
Private organically managed garden
for outdoor conferencing, team building & relaxation
The venue is surrounded by a private garden which helps to emphasise the peace and seclusion the Calyx offers.
Moving further into the Pines Garden a wild chalk meadow supports orchids and other species of plant, insect and animal life. Labyrinth and the yurt are all ideal areas for team building sessions. Take the flip-chart and brainstorm under a tree. Naturally take a break from your discussions and enjoy your surroundings!
“The standout part of the day for us was the outdoor session in the afternoon. It brought a whole new dimension to our training workshop.”
I’d like to say a very heartfelt thank you to you and the Pines Calyx team for looking after us so very well during the On Purpose CEO Programme residential this week.
In addition to the venue and grounds being absolutely lovely, and most conducive for our participants, you and the team were outstanding in your care and attention to detail. You really made the experience of working at Pines Calyx special, and easy for us.
Christine Hathway
Executive Programmes Co-ordinator
On-Purpose
Venue booking enquiries
We look forward to hearing from you
Prefer to speak to someone?
Call Jane or Simon on 01304 851 737
Jane Ivor-Jones
Events Co-ordinator
Jane joined the team as our dedicated event manager in 2013. She has over twenty seven years of experience in the wedding industry.
Contact Jane on 2003
Simon McGhie
Operations Manager
Simon has over 30 years of hospitality and events management experience within successful, quality award winning hotels and restaurants.
Contact Simon on 2001