Fable Yard | Corporate Venue | Wonderland Venues

Fable Yard

Where Industrial Character Meets Woodland Calm
Be bold, be creative

Escape the Expected

Leave the ordinary conference suite behind. Fable Yard offers something the ordinary venue never can: genuine history underfoot, open skies above, and the kind of atmosphere that makes people think differently.

Exposed brick and corrugated metal sit alongside a stretch-tented courtyard and views into private woodland – a setting where industrial edge and natural beauty inspire courage and creativity. Whether you’re launching a product, rallying a team, or celebrating a milestone, this is where events gain real meaning.

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Location

Leicestershire countryside, 10 minutes from Loughborough. Minutes from the M1 and East Midlands Airport.

Capacity

Up to 230 seated / 250 standing across two inter-connected spaces.

The Space — The Motorhouse & Courtyard

Capacity: Up to 230 seated

Style: Industrial chic meets woodland seclusion

This show-stopping space brings together a historic motorhouse – complete with polished concrete floors and exposed brickwork – a contemporary stretch-tented courtyard, and sliding glazed doors that open onto private courtyard. The combination of raw industrial character and open natural space creates a canvas that feels genuinely special without feeling formal.

Floor-to-ceiling glass connects guests directly to the treeline, while the covered outdoor areas keep everyone comfortable in any weather. The two spaces flow seamlessly between each other, giving organisers full flexibility to programme across both.

Perfect For:

  • Product launches that demand visual impact and memorable staging
  • Large corporate celebrations and end-of-year parties with room to dance
  • Conferences and networking events where seamless guest flow matters
  • Creative workshops and strategy days that benefit from natural light and inspiring surroundings

Getting Here & Logistics

Fable Yard sits within a private Leicestershire estate, easily reached from the Midlands and beyond. The M1 and East Midlands Airport are both within minutes, making it straightforward for delegates travelling from across the country.

  • Private estate parking on-site
  • Exclusive venue access – no shared-space events
  • Optional accommodation available across the wider estate
  • Dedicated event logistics support so you can focus on the day

More Spaces on the Estate

Fable Yard is one of five distinctive venues set within the 15-acre Whatton House estate. If your event calls for multiple rooms, varied environments, or a natural flow between spaces, the estate can accommodate it. Giant tipis, woodland glades, formal house rooms and terrace spaces can all be combined with Fable Yard to create a full estate-wide experience.

Explore the Full Estate

January 2027 Day Delegate Package — From £40pp + VAT

Minimum 25 delegates | Up to 160 guests

Kick off 2027 somewhere worth remembering. Refresh and excite your teams for the year ahead. Escape the hotel boardroom for exposed brick, reclaimed timber and a glass roof full of natural light.

Included in your day delegate rate:

  • Exclusive venue hire from 08:30-16:00
  • Tables and chairs for up to 160 in theatre, cabaret or boardroom layouts
  • Screen and projector
  • In-house AV, sound and microphones
  • Breakout space for workshops and small groups
  • Tea and coffee facility

Add catering and team building

Turn the meeting into a full team day with indoor and outdoor activities, from masterclasses and charity challenges to sports days and team-building experiences. Activities are priced separately and subject to availability.

All-day catering packages:

  • Pause & Gather – £45.50pp + VAT
  • The All-Day Escape – £52pp + VAT
  • Session to Sundown – £120pp + VAT, including venue hire until 20:00

Afternoon Reset can be added to Package 1 or 2 for £9.10pp + VAT.

Planning a January kick-off?

January dates are popular. Share your date, delegate numbers and brief and our events team will tailor the day, catering and activities.

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“We hosted our event here and it was honestly a dream. The venue is stunning and every single guest commented on how unique and special it felt.”

“The space has so much character - it created the perfect atmosphere from start to finish. Everything flowed effortlessly and the team made the whole experience seamless.”

“From the moment we arrived, we knew this venue was something different. The setting, the layout and the attention to detail made it an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.”

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Ready to Escape the Ordinary?

Two inter-connected buildings, acres of private woodland, and an exceptional Leicestershire venue. Tell us your objectives and we’ll craft the perfect countryside experience within 48 hours.

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Tell us your objectives and we’ll craft the perfect experience within 48 hours