Commercial Events
We manage a portfolio of exceptional commercial venues designed to bring people together, enrich the cultural landscape of the South West, and generate vital investment for our educational mission.
A hub for Somerset’s cultural and commercial life
Whether you are looking to hire a world-class venue for your next corporate conference, or attend one of our vibrant public events, our commercial spaces offer unmatched quality and accessibility.
With Strode Theatre and the McMillan Theatre under our belt, we are a premier destination for live arts, performances, and large-scale public entertainment.
Premium venue hire allows you to leverage our upgraded facilities and estates for your independent conferences and commercial gatherings.
What type of businesses do you operate?
Premium hospitality and entertainment venues
What do you offer?
Our hospitality and entertainment venues include The McMillan Theatre, Strode Theatre, and The Quantock Restaurant.
Why do they matter?
These venues serve as the cultural anchors of the College Group. Beyond enriching the vibrant cultural landscape of Somerset, they operate as high-end commercial enterprises that generate vital revenue to be reinvested directly into our educational mission. Furthermore, they function as elite, real-world operational environments that ensure our hospitality and creative arts talent pipelines are trained to the highest industry standards.
Why should you visit?
- Enjoy excellent theatre productions, live music, and fine dining without leaving Somerset
- Utilise our high-end hospitality venues to impress clients or host memorable corporate dinners
- Every ticket bought directly funds the next generation of creative and culinary professionals.
Your career starts at one of our Open Events
Discover the unique opportunities at our colleges and University Centre Somerset. Meet expert tutors, explore state-of-the-art facilities, and choose the path that’s right for you.
Discover a world of opportunity across our specialist campuses. Whether you are looking for academic excellence or high-level technical training, our Open Events are the perfect place to start your journey.
Choosing the right place to study is a big decision, and there’s no better way to get a feel for our institutions than by visiting us in person.
Our employer events are designed to unlock the UK skills system, foster strategic alliances, and inform policy decisions at the highest levels.
Find all of our events here, including Open Evenings, results celebrations, job fairs, and more.