
Festival & Event Venue Hire in Nottinghamshire
By Vantom Village · Updated
Yes. Vantom Village near Nottingham hosts festivals, markets, exhibitions, outdoor events, car shows, private functions and corporate events. Carnival Park is an open-air ground able to welcome thousands of guests, alongside lakeside lawns and indoor spaces. Send a venue hire enquiry with your event type, attendance and preferred date.
Spaces
- Carnival Park (the festival fields) – open ground surrounded by trees, able to welcome thousands of guests
- The Lakeside – lawns, ponds and the arched bridge for intimate gatherings
- The courtyard and gardens
- Indoor space at The Fairmont (being transformed) and the art centre galleries
Events already hosted
Vantom Overdrive car shows and Cars & Coffee, the Patchings Art Fest, Christmas markets and a year-round programme of workshops and evenings show how the estate works for different audiences.
What to include in your enquiry
- Event type and expected attendance
- Preferred date and length
- Spaces you are interested in
- Requirements such as marquees, stages, bars or food stalls
Facilities and services
Free on-site parking, catering by Merchant of Venice and a Log Cabin stay are confirmed. Other services depend on the event and are confirmed with you when you enquire.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people can Carnival Park hold?
It is capable of welcoming thousands of guests; exact capacity is confirmed for your event.
Can I bring my own caterer?
Merchant of Venice can cater; external catering can be arranged where agreed in advance.
Plan your visit
Address: Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton, Nottingham, NG14 6NU
Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (temporary times)
Phone: 0115 965 3479
Getting here: By rail, Lowdham station (Nottingham–Lincoln line) is a few miles from the village; onward travel is by taxi or local bus. Please check current train, bus and taxi options before you travel.

