Venue hire
The Naze Nature Discovery Centre, Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO14 8LE
About the venue
Set within the dramatic coastal landscape of The Naze, the Nature Discovery Centre offers panoramic views across cliffs, shoreline, and open sea. Surrounded by a nationally important nature reserve, the venue provides a distinctive setting for meetings, events, and private hire, combining fresh coastal air with a rich natural environment.
The Naze is renowned for its striking geology, including cliffs over 50 million years old, as well as its importance for wildlife, particularly migrating and nesting birds.
Location and accessibility
The centre is located on Old Hall Lane in Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, within the district of Tendring, and is accessible by road or public transport.
Nearby towns include Frinton-on-Sea, Kirby Cross, and Clacton-on-Sea, all within a short drive and well connected by local transport links. Walton-on-the-Naze railway station is approximately 2 miles away, with local bus services and taxis providing convenient onward connections to the site. For those travelling by car, the venue is accessible via the A120 and A133, linking to the wider Essex and East Anglia road network.
A spacious pay-and-display car park is situated directly outside the centre, with a designated drop-off point for coaches.
Meeting room hire
The meeting space at The Naze is available for both corporate and private hire, supporting a wide range of uses including meetings, workshops, presentations, training sessions, community gatherings, birthday parties, and other celebrations. The flexible space can be adapted for both informal group sessions and more structured business or corporate events.
The room can be configured to suit different requirements, from a boardroom layout for focused discussion to an open plan setup for collaborative working. AV facilities are available to support presentations and training, including a screen and connectivity for laptops and devices.
Seating capacities include theatre style for up to 35 people, classroom style for up to 30 people, boardroom style for up to 12 people, and standing capacity for up to 40 people.
Hire is available seven days a week, with flexible booking options including hourly, half day, and full day hire between 9am and 5pm, allowing organisations and individuals to choose a schedule that suits their needs.
Catering and on site facilities
On site, the café offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, toasties, and Tiptree patisserie cakes. Catering can also be arranged for meetings and events, and guided walks may be available on request to enhance your visit alongside your booking.
A unique coastal venue in Essex
Whether you’re planning a focused meeting, a creative workshop, or a small event in an inspiring setting, The Naze Nature Discovery Centre offers a truly distinctive coastal venue. With its combination of modern facilities and outstanding natural surroundings, it provides a memorable alternative to traditional meeting spaces in Essex.