Celebrate the season at the Pavilion

Planning a memorable Christmas staff event? Look no further than the Sports Pavilion at the University of Essex. This architectural gem provides a unique location for events with floor-to-ceiling glass structural walls, so views across our award-winning Wivenhoe Park are uninterrupted. Already decorated for your Christmas event with twinkling fairy lights in every window, it’s the ideal setting to bring your team together to celebrate the holiday season.

Versatile venue

The Sports Pavilion can accommodate both small and medium gatherings, providing flexibility for your guest count, seating arrangements, catering and entertainment options. Add to the festive joy with some Christmas music. Ask our team about hiring a PA speaker for your event at the Sports Pavilion.

Festive food and drinks

No holiday event is complete without delicious food and drinks. For just £10 per person, you can choose from festive sandwiches, our selection of buffet items including, deep filled mine pies, Christmas Victoria log cake, pigs in blankets, buffalo cauliflower, goats’ cheese and caramelised onion tarts, fruit juices and water.

Our catering team can also help design a bespoke menu that matches your vision and dietary needs, so every guest leaves feeling merry and bright.

Stress-free planning with Event Essex

When you host your Christmas staff event at the Sports Pavilion, our Event Essex team is here to manage every detail. From venue setup to coordinating catering and entertainment, we take care of the logistics so you can enjoy the celebration with your team.

Celebrate your staff this Christmas at the Sports Pavilion – contact Event Essex today to make it an event to remember.