Leeds is a short distance from a selection of country houses and country hotel type venues , ideal for exclusive meetings . We look at three of them .

arewood House Set within over 200 acres of parkland , designed in part by Capability Brown , Harewood House is one of Yorkshire ’ s finest conference locations . A range of dedicated spaces is available in the 18th Century Courtyard able to accommodate from five to 150 guests . Events hosted include product launches , exhibitions , corporate dinners and award ceremonies . The rich , Georgian interiors and the well-trodden rooms Below Stairs provide characterful spaces for groups . Outdoors , Harewood House boasts a formal Terrace and a Georgian Walled Garden . A dedicated event management team adds to the attraction that makes Harewood House a stand out venue for exclusive meetings . The historic Georgian property is situated between Harrogate and Leeds and has on-site parking . Day delegate rates start at £ 50pp for 40 delegates or more , weekdays between 30 October 2017 – March 2018 .

Oulton Hall Oulton Hall Hotel , Spa and Golf resort lies on the outskirts of Leeds , just a stone ’ s throw from the M1 and the M62 . Set in 325 acres of rolling parkland , it ’ s a venue suited to away days , conferences and fine

dining hosted by their team of butlers . There are nine event rooms in total , and 250 delegates can be accommodated for dinner in the Oulton Suite . The hotel is steeped in history having been first built in the 18th century , so it contains many original features . Organisers can take their drinks reception to the Champagne Bar , or out on the terrace in the formal gardens overlooking the fountains and there is plenty of outdoor space for teambuilding activities . There is also a luxury spa and golf

“ These are venues suited to away days , meetings and fine dining ”

facilities in the grounds .

Wood Hall Hotel & Spa , Wetherby Set high on a hill within 30 minutes of Leeds , Harrogate and York , Wood Hall Hotel & Spa , is a grand country house offering a stunning setting for excusive business events , Wood Hall has five meeting rooms and space to host up to 100 delegates . Wood Hall ’ s Meetings & Events service includes a £ 140pp Essential Residential Package , as well as exclusive use of the entire property , including 44 bedrooms , from £ 165pp .