Historic Boringdon Hall offers a distinctive setting for a corporate Christmas gathering, combining the scale of a five-star events venue with the character of a 16th-century manor house. With a history shaped by royal visits, formal banquets and high-level meetings, it’s a place that naturally lends itself to occasions that call for both substance and a sense of occasion.
Set on the edge of Dartmoor and just fifteen minutes from Plymouth, the setting provides a clear break from the office environment, which is particularly appealing at the end of the year. The building itself is something special: arrow-slit windows, sweeping staircases and period details create a backdrop that feels inherently suited to enchanting, wintery events, without needing much additional dressing.
A range of event spaces allows for different formats, depending on the size and tone of the gathering. The Elizabethan Suite is the largest, accommodating up to 80 for a banquet or 100 for a standing reception. With natural daylight, an elegant cream-toned palette and its own bar and dance floor, it works well for Christmas parties that combine dining with entertainment. For smaller groups, the Oak Room offers a more intimate alternative, with space for up to 24 guests and original beams adding to its traditional feel. The Spatisserie, located within the Gaia Spa, provides a more contemporary option, with terraces overlooking Dartmoor and capacity for up to 80 standing guests.
Dining is handled in house and options range from canapés and buffets to formal tasting menus, with the opportunity to incorporate elements from the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Àclèaf. Menus are built around seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and there is flexibility to tailor the offering to suit the event. Drinks can be equally bespoke, from welcome receptions to late-night cocktails, with options to create custom blends aligned with a company or theme.
There's also the option to weave activities into your event - which provides a fun touch. The events team can help you organise cocktail-making workshops, wine tastings and culinary sessions, alongside team-building activities such as archery or escape rooms. It's perfect for an end of year coming together for a whole department, or company.