Situated just off the A130 north of Chelmsford, set in the grounds of its own 27 hole undulating golf courses, Channels 14th Century clubhouse and 18th Century thatched Essex Barn couldn't be a better venue to mix business with pleasure. Located close to the M25 and A12, 20 minutes from Stansted Airport and only a few minutes from Chelmsford town centre, what better location is there for both international and local meetings or conferences.

The Essex Barn

A dramatic setting, the thatched function suite built in the 18th Century is Channels' feature facility. With lots of natural daylight and the flexibility of seating 120 covers or 200 for more informal gatherings, it has the additional attraction of being able to be sub-divided into smaller units if required. The delightful patio area overlooks the first tee on the Belsteads golf course and is ideal for pre and post dinner drinks, or a breakaway area from the meeting.

The Essex Barn offers a wide range of table layouts and seating arrangements, PA systems and all the other audio and visual equipment organisers come to expect at quality conference destinations. The unique permanent staged area ensures guest speakers and other dignitaries are seen as well as heard.

Our strength lies in our flexibility

Channels' strength lies in its ability to meet the full range of customer needs, everything from the large-scale product launch to the smallest of meetings. The team at Channels is an experienced and dedicated group who thrive on making your day a success from the outset. Our event co-ordinators will be only too pleased to discuss and arrange specific requirements to tailor make your day. The catering facilities are second to none!

With 26 years of producing top quality weddings, Channels use the same resources for conference lunches and dinners. Everything from a simple finger buffet lunch through to a silver service 4 course gourmet banquet.

With the combination of location and facilities, Channels has got to be your number one choice for conferences, meeting rooms,training days, product launches, trade shows and golfing events. Why not mix business with pleasure and let us arrange a Corporate Golf Day!

Please contact us for more information on corporate golf - or visit our golf page

Compare our rates!

When budgets are tight and the need to locate a venue for a function or meeting is critical, try Channels. We are certain that we can conform to the majority of your criteria. A variety of packages are available and can be tailored to meet your requirements. Our conference, function and golfing co-ordinators are only too pleased to discuss your specific requirements to ensure your day is remembered as a total success.

Day delegate rate

Inclusive of:

Arrival tea & coffee
Morning coffee with biscuits
Substantial finger buffet lunch
Afternoon tea & coffee with biscuits
Conference room hire
Full service of conference room during lunch break
Mineral water & cordials
Flip charts
Writing paper & pens
Overhead projector & screen
Channels' conference representative

Additional equipment can be provided as extras, prices are available on request. Please contact us for more info.

Room hire rates

Available on request. For further details please contact our conference co-ordinator who will be pleased to discuss your requirements and will ensure your event will be a total success.