Conferences and Business Events in Devon: Make Plymouth Your Base

Discover Devon for Your Next Conference, Meeting or Corporate Event

From dramatic coastlines and sandy beaches to rolling countryside, historic towns and spectacular national parks, Devon is one of the South West’s most inspiring destinations for conferences, meetings and business events.

At the heart of Devon’s southern coast, Plymouth – Britain’s Ocean City – provides the perfect base for exploring everything the county has to offer. With excellent conference venues, a wide choice of hotels and accommodation, waterfront restaurants and an impressive range of team-building experiences, Plymouth brings together the best of Devon in one accessible destination.

For conference organisers, choosing Plymouth means you can combine a professional business event with unforgettable experiences across Devon, Dartmoor and the South West.

Plymouth: At the Heart of Devon's Business Events Offer

Plymouth's unique location makes it an ideal destination for businesses looking to host an event in Devon.

The city combines a vibrant waterfront setting with easy access to the countryside, coast and moors. Dartmoor National Park is close by, while the South Devon coastline and the beautiful South Hams are within easy reach. Cornwall is also just across the Tamar, giving organisers even more choice when planning delegate experiences.

This makes Plymouth an excellent base for conferences, corporate meetings, incentive travel, team building and corporate retreats.

Delegates can attend a conference in the city during the day before heading into the Devon countryside for an afternoon activity, enjoying dinner overlooking the water or exploring one of the region's many attractions.

Team Building and Delegate Experiences in Devon

One of the biggest advantages of choosing Devon for a business event is the opportunity to take delegates outside the meeting room.

Devon's varied landscape provides an incredible natural playground for team building activities and corporate experiences.

From walking and cycling on Dartmoor to watersports, coastal adventures, boat trips and outdoor challenges, there are countless ways to build team activities into your conference programme.

Plymouth itself offers fantastic opportunities to explore the waterfront and Plymouth Sound, while nearby Dartmoor provides an inspiring setting for outdoor team building and “blue sky thinking”.

The South Devon coast can also provide a spectacular backdrop for corporate away days, incentive experiences and informal networking.

A Sustainable Destination for Business Events

Devon's natural environment is one of its greatest assets, and sustainability is increasingly important to businesses planning conferences and events.

Plymouth provides opportunities to build sustainable business events around local suppliers, regional food, public transport, walking, cycling and experiences that connect delegates with the natural environment.

Choosing a destination where city, coast and countryside are close together can also help organisers create varied itineraries without extensive travel between activities.

Why Choose Plymouth for Your Devon Conference?

Plymouth offers the best of both worlds: a professional city conference destination surrounded by the spectacular landscapes and experiences of Devon.

Organisers can benefit from:

• Flexible conference and meeting venues
• A wide range of conference hotels and accommodation
• Waterfront and unique event spaces
• Excellent team-building opportunities
• Easy access to Dartmoor and South Devon
• Cornwall just across the Tamar
• Exceptional local food and drink
• Outdoor and incentive experiences
• A dedicated team to help plan your event

Rather than simply choosing a conference venue, choose a destination that gives your delegates an experience.

Make Plymouth the Heart of Your Devon Business Event

Whether you're planning a conference, meeting, exhibition, incentive trip, corporate away day or team-building event, Plymouth is the ideal gateway to Devon.

Use the city as your conference base and take advantage of everything that surrounds it – from the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor and the beaches of South Devon to the historic towns, countryside, attractions and experiences that make Devon such a special destination.

Meet Plymouth can help you discover the right venues, accommodation, suppliers and delegate experiences to create a successful and memorable business event in Plymouth and across Devon.

Discover Devon. Meet in Plymouth.