Volunteer Training Centre at Rutland Water Nature Reserve
Volunteer Training Centre - Room Hire
Rutland Water Nature Reserve is an internationally recognised Site of Special Scientific interest (SSSI), Special Protection Area (SPA) and a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. It is one of the best places to enjoy birds and wildlife in the UK and boasts the most idyllic setting for meeting room hire.
Our Volunteer Training Centre is an idyllic place to meet with colleagues, inspire your team or gather members of your community group.
Just 2 miles from Oakham’s train and bus stations, the Volunteer Training Centre is within easy reach of public transport and is just a short drive from the A1, A47 and A606. Our car park has space for up to 40 cars (4 spaces are reserved for blue badge holders).
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.
Training Room
The main training room is located on the ground floor and is our largest meeting space, seating up to 40 people (theatre style). This multifunctional space could accommodate workshops, larger meetings or seminars, training sessions or talks.
Audio visual equipment, laptop and laser pointer, lectern and flip charts are all available on request.
Upstairs Meeting Space
Our upstairs meeting space can accommodate up to 20 people boardroom style and boasts a stunning view overlooking the reserve’s lagoon 4. Complete with a three seater-sofa, two armchairs and coffee table this room is ideal for smaller groups wishing to meet in a more informal setting or make the most of the extra special view to inspire your team.
Audio visual equipment, laptop and laser pointer, lectern and flip charts are all available on request.
The room was just right for us – refreshments and pastries were lovely and the flexible furniture meant we could set up exactly as we wanted to.
The opportunity to walk round the reserve afterwards was well worth the money - we learned about your projects, the lagoons and closed reserves - a great way to be nosey about all the beautiful parts of Rutland Water... Thank you for the opportunity!Auditel
Rates
Training Room
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Half Day* (9am-12:30pm/12:30pm-4pm) |
Full Day* (9am-4pm) |
Evening 4pm – 9:00pm |
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£200.00 |
£300.00 |
£300.00 |
*All charges are based on a session rate i.e. full or half day. Bookings made across the middle of the day will be charged as a full day. Prices based Monday - Friday. POA for Sat / Sun.
Upstairs Meeting Space
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Half Day* (9am-12:30pm/12:30pm-4pm) |
Full Day* (9am-4pm) |
Evening 4pm – 9:00pm |
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£200.00 |
£300.00 |
£300.00 |
*All charges are based on a session rate i.e. full or half day. Bookings made across the middle of the day will be charged as a full day. Prices based Monday - Friday. POA for Sat / Sun.
Please note that the upstairs meeting room is accessed via a flight of stairs. At the moment we are unable to offer a stair lift facility but hope to be able to in the future. The ground floor of the building is fully accessible, complete with accessible toilet and wet room.
Additional Information
Access to the nature reserve is by permit only. If you would like to walk out on the reserve you will need to purchase a permit at an additional cost.
Please ask about our exclusive guided tours of the reserve and how this could work as an excellent addition to your day.
Options are also available to add catering to your day, whether it is just teas and coffees or a full buffet lunch, speak to us about additional extras available to your booking.
Find out more
Our friendly staff and volunteers will be sure to make you feel at home and are on hand to make sure you enjoy your time here.
For more information contact volunteering@lrwt.org.uk or call 01572 720049.
Terms and Conditions
Bookings
Advance bookings are required. A minimum of two week’s notice is preferred but clients are advised to give as much notice as possible.
A provisional booking will be held for a maximum of two weeks and if unconfirmed will be released without notice. This will be paid by invoice. A non-refundable deposit of 25% will be required at the time of booking, with full cost paid by invoice at least one week prior to the event date. Should you wish to change the date of your event please note that it will be at the discretion of Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust, please contact us as soon as possible in this instance.
All prices are correct at the time of quoting and are subject to change without notice. All prices agreed on a confirmed booking with a deposit paid will be honoured.
Cancellations
If a cancellation should arise, the client should immediately advise the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust as soon as possible in writing or by email. Cancellations made 2 weeks before the booking date will attract a 25% charge. Cancellations within 1 week will be payable at the full rate of the booking.
Due to circumstances beyond the Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust’s control it may be necessary to change or cancel your booking. In this event you will be offered an option to change your booking or receive a full refund of any monies paid against the booking. The Trust is not responsible for any other costs, expenses or damages which may have been incurred by the client or their guests as a result of the change.
State & Repair
The Client will be given access to the facilities in a fit and reasonable state and will be responsible for returning the facility to a similar condition. Failure to do so will result in a charge to the Client for remedial cleaning work, etc.
Please report any breakages or damage to the relevant member of staff immediately. The client will be responsible for any damage caused to the facilities by a delegate involved in a careless act and must pay the total amount required to make good any such damage. The Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to the client’s property or that of their guests.
Health & Safety
You must keep the building and its occupant’s safe and secure by adhering to the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust’s health and safety guidelines, procedures and instruction.
The building is an alcohol free zone. Please do not keep or drink alcohol on the premises.
The building and surrounding area is a smoke free zone. Please do not smoke inside the building or within the site’s boundaries. E-cigarettes may be smoked outside the building, however please be considerate of other people.
Invoices
Invoices are to be made payable to the following address and email any queries to info@lrwt.org.uk with the heading FAO: Finance
Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust
The Old Mill, 9 Soar Ln, Leicester LE3 5DE