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Sitting alongside research institutions at the forefront of the biomedical revolution, the Wellcome Genome Campus is a place synonymous with new thinking, collaboration and groundbreaking innovation. Where better, then, to host a meeting or conference designed to inspire and spark conversation than at the state- of-the-art on-site conference centre? This sleek and contemporary facility opened in 2015, joining the site’s existing Grade II* listed Hinxton Hall to create a unique events offering that blends dazzling modern architecture with historic country-house charm. Set within 125 acres of idyllic grounds and parkland, and conveniently located just off the M11 and A11, around 12 miles south of Cambridge, this expansive space has the facilities to cater for events large and small, offering a total of nine meeting rooms. Among them is the 1600 sq m exhibition space, an appealingly bright and airy area by the auditorium with a striking ceiling of glass and steel. Poster boards and a bar are included, making it the ideal spot for networking events, launches and exhibitor stands. WELLCOME GENOME CAMPUS CONFERENCE CENTRE
The auditorium itself, named in honour of scientist Francis Crick, is equally impressive, accommodating up to 300 and featuring every AV mod con you could need for an all-singing, all-dancing presentation. For something more low-key, there are eight additional meeting rooms suitable for between two and 140 delegates, including three beautiful period rooms in Hinxton Hall. A jewel in this venue’s crown is the Pompeiian Room, a breathtakingly impressive period room decorated in classic Roman style. A rare find in the UK, this space is ideal for board meetings or silver service dinners with wow factor. A big draw for the Wellcome Genome Campus Conference Centre are the lush lawns that surround the buildings, offering guests ample space for a bit of blue-sky thinking or some
IMAGES The Wellcome Genome Campus Conference Centre is a sleek and contemporary facility, located just off the M11 and A11
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