Spatial strategy for this colossus of the events world
Harrogate Convention Centre
Harrogate Convention Centre's generous and versatile conference & exhibition space make it the second largest convention centre outside London. Located in the centre of Harrogate and incorporating the Grade 1 listed Royal Hall, the convention centre hosts dozen of major events annually, from large medical associations to high profile political party conferences, making a significant contribution to the town’s economy.
The conference auditorium seats 2000, 8 exhibition halls offer 16,500m2 of exhibition space with extra meeting and breakout rooms.
Group Ginger have been working with Harrogate Convention Centre to establish a vision for the sustained future of the centre. The team is reviewing the current provision, including many spaces that have grown incrementally over a number of years, to test their effectiveness and review current best practice in event production to prepare a refurbishment and development strategy.
The proposals aim to establish an efficient, interlinked series of exhibition halls and auditorium which will enhance the current offer, improving facilities for delegates, exhibitions and entertainment.
The strategy considers how the existing site relates to the town centre, improving transport and servicing arrangements. It also considers how key public spaces can be enhanced to improve the setting and appreciation of the listed Royal Hall.
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Harrogate Convention Centre
