The Empire
Belgrave Gate
Leicester, Leicester, LE1 3WU
Set in the city centre of Leicester which is ideally located in the Midlands, with close by railway and motorway links; this historic landmark offers a unique setting for any corporate event. We can comfortably accommodate between 50 – 500 delegates. Exhibition space, OHP, flipcharts and any other technical equipment required can be arranged on request.
For these kinds of events we are happy to arrange catering be it coffee and biscuits, finger food buffet or a full three-course lunch or dinner. We are also happy to arrange accommodation for delegates at nearby hotels if necessary.
The Empire provides an impressive backdrop for filiming and photo shoots. Being architecturally unspoilt its dramatic gothic-styled interior is beautifully captured.
The setting of The Empire is perfect for fashion shows. With a large stage and a changing area, you can show off your latest designs on our walk way aisle measuring 27 meters.
In the past, well-known Asian fashion designers from Leicester’s Golden Mile have showcased their latest collections, as well as traditional African designers and prominent high-end boutiques have also chosen The Empire to launch their designer collections.
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PharmaBrands
Specialised Industry Conferences
PharmaBrands host events in the UK, Europe and USA, providing world-class education, support, inspiration and experiences. Finding the right venue in each country is a vital factor and Function Fixers is proud to be their chosen venue-finding partner.
Deaf Sports Personality of the Year
Awards ceremony and dinner
We are very proud to have worked with Ric at DSPY for a number of years. DSPY is a very special awards night, celebrating the achievements of deaf athletes.
Mars Food
European conference, 145 delegates
When Mars Food needed a two day, two night venue for 145 delegates, with breakout meeting space and two evening events, we recommended De Vere Wokefield Park for its exceptional onsite facilities and proximity to both Heathrow and Gatwick.
Aquatics GB
Annual away day and awards, Glasgow
For their annual away day and awards celebrating the season's successes, Aquatics GB needed a Glasgow venue for 110 delegates by day and 250 at the awards dinner, with affordable accessible accommodation. We secured the Glasgow Marriott, with further budget accommodation at the nearby Ibis Budget Glasgow.
Tamarindo
Renewable energy PR agency
Tamarindo provides insight, connections and communications for renewable energy and climate businesses worldwide. They regularly turn to Function Fixers to source venues for their UK and European events.
Fellowship for British Hairdressing
Barry Stephens, Chief Executive Officer
Function Fixers has become a trusted venue partner for the Fellowship, taking the time to understand our brief, our organisation and the experience we want for our members and guests. Their attention to detail and value for money have supported the successful delivery of a number of Fellowship events, including our flagship Luncheon and Awards.
NHS
Training
Function Fixers helps various departments to find venues for training events across the UK
Greenpeace
A global campaigning network
Function Fixers is a trusted partner of Greenpeace, working to find venues some of our UK events. They have a unique empathy and always manage to find us venues that perfectly fit our briefs.