Since it first opened on July 11th 1878, The Winter Gardens has become a unique building with a long heritage – playing host to HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Lord Mayors, stars of stage, screen, TV and music as well as people from all walks of life.

The Complex offers a wide variety of venues for events ranging from small private business lunches to large scale conferences and exhibitions. There are 11 main separate spaces over 2 floors, including the Opera House (the largest theatre stage outside London), the Empress Ballroom and the Olympia Exhibition Hall.

The Winter Gardens offer an eclectic array of events ranging from pop concerts to the annual Pigeon Fanciers Festival.