Published by Neil ThompsonAthena, the Art Deco Grade II-listed events venue located in Leicester’s Cultural Quarter, has been recognised as one of the best event venues in the country and shortlisted in the category for Best Event Venue in this year’s micebook Awards.
Athena hosts a wide range of corporate events with global and national brands, including Krispy Kreme, Virgin Media 02, Blue Diamond, and Sport England, among others.
“This nomination highlights not only the excellence of our venue in terms of stand-out capabilities, but also that such a unique space can be customised to suit any type of event.”
Hira Ram, Head of Events at Athena
Originally designed in 1936 by Robert Arthur Bullivant as an Odeon Cinema, the venue represented one of the largest, most extravagant buildings within the region seating more than 3,000 guests. Remaining closed throughout much of the 90s, the venue was then restored to its former art deco glory and now combines history with state-of-the-art technology, hosting award dinners, exhibitions, sporting events, festivals, conferences, and weddings, along with an award-winning team of staff to ensure every event runs smoothly.
The micebook Awards 2023 will be taking place at The Dorchester on Thursday 29 June; an iconic landmark hotel in London that has recently unveiled its refurbished ground floor, redesigned by renowned designers including Pierre Yves-Rochon.
