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Venue hire

Make use of the centre as a welcoming space for all year-round venue and room hire, perfect for businesses, events or parties

Venue hire at Calvert Devon

Hire the Discovery Centre for all your event and meeting needs

  • Full-day hire (9 am to 5 pm)
  • Half-day hire (9 am to 12 pm or 1 pm to 4 pm)
  • Evening hire (6 pm to 10 pm)

Originally used as a cattle shed, the Grade II listed building has developed over time and become a key part of Calvert Devon. It is a self-contained building, separate from our residential centre, found immediately to the left as you enter the site.

We are very pleased to offer the revitalised and refurbished Discovery Centre as a welcoming space for all year-round activities, from classes to parties to functions and meetings.

To book, please phone 01598763221 or click the red button to book online

Facilities include

  • Superfast broadband and contained WiFi – you are welcome to bring your own equipment to connect
  • Specialist projector suitable for the room and large screen
  • Camera and phone speaker equipment
  • Conference table and chairs
  • Dividing screens
  • Accessible toilets
  • Kitchen areas with fridge, cupboards and a full range of crockery
  • Break-out rooms available if required and pre-arranged
  • Additional catering available on request
  • Free car parking, including dedicated accessible parking spaces
  • Outside picnic area
  • Wistlandpound Reservoir on the doorstep
  • Shop on-site for any spontaneous treats

Teas and coffees can be included at an additional charge, but if you would like to bring your own ingredients, we have mugs, glasses, jugs, hot water flasks, and urns for you to use.

Please note:

A member of the party must sign the group in upon arrival and sign out again when departing. If the fire alarm sounds, everyone evacuates the building and meets in the Calvert Exmoor carpark. We kindly ask that you leave the Centre as you found it.

Meeting style

With a long table and chairs down the middle of the room for official meetings or large group work. Break-out rooms are also available.

This set up can accommodate 20 people.

Theatre style

With chairs laid out for presentations and formal talks. A projector and screen can be provided if required.

We can accommodate 50 people with this layout.

Open plan

A bare room for you to do as you wish.

Display boards can be included. Just let us know what you need.

Standing events can welcome up to 100 people.

Party Package

Celebrate a special day with the birthday party package at Calvert Devon, the perfect venue for a fun and memorable celebration in Devon! Tailored for families and groups, this exciting package offers a variety of activities and spaces for all ages to enjoy:

  • £100 package includes:
    • 1-hour session in our accessible swimming pool
    • 1-hour in the calming and interactive sensory room
    • Half-day hire of the Discovery Centre for cake, games, and celebrations (organised by you)
    • For up to 20 people in total
  • Optional Add-ons:
    • Packed lunch: £5 per person
    • Hot lunch: £6 per person

Create lasting memories in the beautiful surroundings of Calvert Devon. Book today to secure this incredible party venue in Devon! Call 01598 763221 for availability and details.

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