Inspirational, vibrant and with a unique energy, The Apex is a refreshing change to conventional meeting and event spaces. An award-winning venue – opened in October 2010 and from the very beginning, it was clear something very special had been created.
The beauty of the build, the comfort of the auditorium and the outstanding acoustics were quickly applauded by artists as diverse as Julian Lloyd Webber, the European Union Chamber Orchestra, the Brodsky String Quartet, folk/rock band Fairport Convention and Rockers.
As well as being a prestigious music venue, The Apex hosts a variety of community and corporate events, offering local residents and visitors from further afield a unique and exciting setting for all manner of social and business occasions.
Catering and event management services at The Apex are provided by Sodexo Prestige Venues & Events, the UK’s leading catering and events company, partnered with over 45 of the country’s best loved museums, sports stadia, heritage sites and visitor attractions.
It also provides hospitality at some of Britain’s most prestigious events, including Royal Ascot, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Henley Royal Regatta, RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show and The Open.
When considering a venue, location is fundamental. The Apex is situated in the beautiful and historic town of Bury St Edmunds. A state of the art and innovative venue in the heart of the busy market town, is sure to leave a lasting impression on delegates and guests alike.
The venue is incredibly versatile and there are a number of different spaces available to ensure your meeting is perfectly arranged.
The Auditorium is the largest of its kind available to hire in the county and can fit as many as 520 delegates in a formal tiered theatre arrangement or 260 set up as cabaret.
For smaller events, the upstairs Studios can seat up to 80 delegates, with the option of dividing one of the Studios into two smaller meeting or breakout rooms for a more intimate setting.
Making use of today’s technology can really enhance the experience of any business event. The Apex ensures there is comprehensive IT equipment available in every room. The Auditorium is fully connected with state of the art audio visual capabilities. Studio 1 also has a full audio visual system in place and Studio 2 has a ceiling projector, screen and built in sound system. The on-site technical team work closely with team leaders and event organisers to make sure that the equipment delivers smoothly for every aspect of your event.
