venuebirmingham is an all year round facility specialising in residential and non-residential conferences and training events, based in the quiet suburbs of Edgbaston. Situated in one of the UK's most vibrant cities, just minutes from the historic University of Birmingham campus, this hotel and conference park provides a peaceful, comfortable getaway in quiet lawns and gardens. The ideal base for business travellers, the centre is just 5 minutes’ drive from the city centre, 10 minutes from New Street Station and 30 minutes from the Birmingham International Airport and the famous NEC. The University has its own train station within campus, just 2 stops away from the New Street Station. When the day's event are over, there's plenty of local attractions to keep you entertained, from art exhibitions at the acclaimed Barbar Institute of Fine Arts to peaceful walks in the ground or at the spectacular Winterbourne House & Garden, a heritage attraction as well as a botanical garden. The bustling city centre is just minutes away by taxi or bus, with a vast mix of restaurants, bars, cinemas and theatres.
Traveling
ADDRESS
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM- CONFERENCE PARK LUCAS HOUSE
48 EDGBASTON PARK ROAD
BIRMIMNGHAM B15 2RA
TRAVEL DIRECTIONS-
BY ROAD:
From M6 South or North-West
Leave the M6 at Junction 6 and follow the A38(M). Follow signs to 'City centre, Bromsgrove,(A38)'.Do not take any exit to left. Go over 1 flyover and through three Queensway tunnels. Go straight over at the Bristol Street traffic lights(Bristol Street Motors will be on your left) and continue along the A38 for 1.5 miles at which point you reach the end of the dual carriageway and take a right into Edgbaston Park Road. Lucas house is 0.5 mile up this road on the right hand side.
From M5 South-West
Leave the M5 at Junction 3 and travel along the A456(Hagley Road) for about 4 miles. Just after the Eaton and Portland Hotels, take a right at the traffic lights into Norfolk Road(B4129). This is just before you reach the Apollo Hotel. Norfolk Road soon becomes Nursery Road and at the traffic lights in Harborne, go straight ahead into Somerset Road which very soon swings left. Remain on Somerset Road and at the T-Junction with Edgbaston Park Road turn right. Lucas House is about 350 meters on your left hand side.
From M40 Oxford and South
Arrive on the M42 and travel west towards the M5. Travel North on the M5 leaving at Junction 3. (Read directions "From M5 South West").
From M42 East Midlands
Join the M6 heading towards Birmingham Central and leave the M6 at Junction 6. (Read directions "From M6 South or North-West").
BY RAIL:
Conference Park- Lucas House is about 10 minutes taxi journey from New Street Station where there is a regular train service to and from all parts of the country. Trains run every half hour from London, Euston-the journey time is approximately 100 minutes. We are a short walk from 'University Train Station'.
BY AIR:
Birmingham International Airport is around 10 miles from the Conference Park. The taxi journey takes about 30 minutes.
The main reception for residential guests is at Lucas House. Car Parking is available both at Lucas House and across the road at Hornton Grange/Garth House.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND HOPE THAT YOU HAVE A PLEASANT JOURNEY.
Entertainment
Evening entertainments always helps bring people together and get everyone relaxed after a busy day, so our dining rooms and terrace bars can host musicians, DJ's and performers. From sophisticated cocktail receptions to a fun and games, we can organise something that suits your event and sets the scene for a great night.
Sports and Leisure
Our sports facilities offer lots of choice too. At the Munrow Centre you will find fitness Suites, a 25m pool, sports hall, squash courts, a dance studio, a martial arts dojo and more, while outdoors we have a floodlit athletics track, tennis court and pitches.
Outdoor Adventure
When the day's event are over, there's plenty to keep your guests entertained, from art exhibitions at the acclaimed Barber Institute of Fine Arts to peaceful walks in the grounds or at the spectacular Winterbourne Botanic Garden. The bustling city centre is just minutes away by taxi or bus, with a vast, eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, cinemas and theatres.
Stuff for Kids
Love and Marriage
Our beautiful campus is home to a host of amazing venues, from the luxurious Great Hall to the countryside feel of preety Hornton Grange, We have several elegant rooms, licensed for civil ceremonies, award-winning chefs to stor up something wonderful for your guests and breathtaking backdrops for those all-important photos.
Hornton Grange, a lovingly restored Edwardian red-brick residence with fabulous garden and water feature that's just perfect for photos. Exclusively yours from the moment you arrive, this venue is licensed for ceremonies in two rooms and also has an airy conservatory for dinner and drinks. 50-90 guests, or 150 in the evening.
Health and Beauty
Living the High Life
The `just plain odd` list
Hotel's Cancellation Policy
24 Hours Prior to Arrival
General Policies
Children Accepted
Pets Not Accepted
Check In on or after - 14:00
Check Out prior to - 10:00
Parking Info / Road Info
Nearest Motorway - M5
Nearest Motorway Jct - 4
Parking - On-Site - 74
Accessibility
Disabled Facilities Available
