High Leigh Conference Centre

High Leigh is set in the heart of the Hertfordshire countryside with 40 acres of lawns, parkland and woodland. These tranquil surroundings aid both concentration and relaxation for delegates. With over 85 years of experience, we work hard to accommodate all requests to ensure that conference needs are met. High Leigh welcomes back organisations year after year, some for over 50 years. Our hallmark is quality facilities and services at affordable prices.

The centre offers residential conference facilities for up to 220 guests, along with a self-contained day conference facility. Our accommodation is comprised of predominantly en-suite accommodation – with single, twin, double and family rooms available.

High Leigh Conference Centre hosts over 450 Christian, Business, Educational and Charity conferences each year. It offers groups:

A location near to London
Easy access by plane, train and car, with ample car parking space
Flexibility and knowledge of our customers’ needs and expectations
Quality service from helpful, well-trained professional staff
Pleasant gardens and grounds
A range of main meeting rooms – all fitted with the latest audio-visual equipment
Free wireless internet provided across the entire Centre
All at the right price for you

History

The main part of the house was built in 1853. In 1871, Mr. Robert Barclay, a successful banker in the City of London and a committed Christian, bought the house. Robert Barclay died in 1921 and the house was sold to First Conference Estate of which he had been a director. First Conference Estate was founded in 1909 with the express purpose of providing affordable facilities for various missionary and other Christian societies. The Hayes, in Derbyshire, was opened in 1910 with High Leigh following 11 years later.