Riviera International Centre

Type:Dedicated Conference Centre

Riviera International Centre, Chestnut Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5LZ
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Opening Dates and Times

Opening (1 Jan 2023 - 23 Dec 2024)

* *Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day

About

Torquay’s purpose built conference and exhibition centre, the Riviera International Centre, offers two large multi-functional conference, exhibition and banqueting halls plus five syndicate rooms.  Accommodating from 5 – 1500 delegates, the RIC is suitable for any type of event, such as conferences, meetings, exhibitions, dinners and awards ceremonies.

All catering is prepared in-house by the Centre’s own team of chefs, one of the few purpose built venues with its own professional caterers, ensuring value for money and retains its reputation for innovation and excellence.

RIC Also incorporates a swimming pool, gym, health suite and cafe.

Located just off the seafront, the RIC enjoys a wide range of accommodation within walking distance from family run B&Bs to larger hotel chains. 

Whatever type of event you are organising, The RIC’s professional event coordinators, in-house chefs and audio-visual partners will work with you to create a bespoke package to meet your needs.

The setting by the sea is inspirational, with fantastic views from many of the function rooms.   

Why Choose The RIC?

Choice of 4 function rooms

1500 capacity conference hall (1800 for concerts) 

Breakout rooms for up to 200 delegates

1750 square metre exhibition hall

Banqueting for in excess of 1200 guests

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the building

Professional, experienced events team

 

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • Bar
  • Cater for Special Diets
  • Cater for vegetarians
  • Catering by in house chefs
  • Catering by in-house Caterers

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities
  • Children's menu
  • Highchair

Establishment Features

  • Air-conditioning throughout
  • AV Equipment - House PA system in function rooms as well as working local and national Audio visual suppliers
  • 'Break-out' Space for Informal Meetings
  • Business facilities
  • Central heating throughout
  • Conference facilities
  • Flipchart and Pens
  • Lecturn / Podium / Stage
  • Licenced for alcohol
  • Lift
  • Microphone / Amp System
  • Multimedia / Digital Projector
  • Number of covers
  • Number of people seated
  • Number of people standing
  • OHP and Screen
  • On-site car parking
  • Open All Year
  • Private rooms
  • Whiteboard and Pens
  • Wi-Fi available

Key Features

  • In town/city centre
  • Seafront
  • Unique venue
  • Waterfront

Leisure Facilities

  • Chargeable Leisure Facilities
  • Gym
  • Health/Fitness/ Beauty Facilities
  • Indoor-pool

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • Close to Railway Station
  • On Bus Route
  • Parking On Site
  • Parking On-site or Valet Parking

Payment Methods

  • Contactless payment accepted - Cashless

Room / Unit Features

  • Equipment hire available
  • Some rooms offer natural daylight

Sustainability

  • Locally Sourced Produce

Travel & Trade

  • Wi-fi available

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

From Plymouth / Exeter follow signs for Torquay. RIC is situated near Torquay seafront in Chestnut Avenue.

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