Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre is technically an island, surrounded by water on all sides, this 17 acre urban escape is perched on the edge of Southampton with great transport access to the M27, the airport and the city centre, making it an ideal location to do business in the South.
Home to some fantastic activities, this wooded wilderness has a great selection of venues and spaces available to hire. Whether its hosting a meeting, delivering a course, swift water training or even having an outdoor wedding, Woodmill has proven itself a versatile, affordable and perfect green hideaway for a unique venue to meet their needs.
The modern history of Woodmill starts in 1781 when the famous naval block maker, Walter Taylor, built a block mill alongside the two existing corn mills. All of these buildings were destroyed by fire c.1825, and it is thought that the present buildings were built soon after this. The flour mill ceased operations in the 1950s, and the buildings have since been converted to what is now 'The Mill - powered by Active Nation' and the home of Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre.
Step inside this converted former mill and it’s like walking through the wardrobe into Narnia… but full of people on a mission to persuade the nation to be active! ‘The Mill’, powered by Active Nation, is the ideal place to host your next meeting with it’s wonderfully converted interior that showcases the original use of the Mill dating back to medieval times.
Our unique and characterful rooms are perfect for small meetings of up to 6 people. Host your next team 1-2-1, client meeting, interview process or therapy sessions with us in the heart of Southampton.
Just 5 minutes drive from the M27 and Southampton Airport Parkway railway station, plus with great public transport links directly into the City Centre, The Mill is a prominent and bold landmark – the perfect place to host your next small gathering.
What’s included with room hire at The Mill?
Half day or full day use of one of our former mill meeting spaces for up to 6 people – view images here
Onsite parking
Free Wifi
Smart TV with HDMI and VGA connections
Tea and Coffee within each room (£15 per half day and £25 per full day)
Toilet facilities
Access to a shared breakout/canteen space
Access to team building activities at Woodmill Outdoor Activities Centre – contact us to bolt on this option
Rooms at The Mill are available per half day or full day and can be booked online, via the pink ‘Book Now’ button. Alternatively, speak with a friendly member of our bookings team to find out more.
Based within our Activity grounds, Stoneham Lodge is an environmentally friendly
building which includes rooms, accessible toilet and shower facilities and a kitchen. The rooms can be configured for classroom style training, seminars, conferences or meetings.
The Stoneham Lodge room is equipped with:
– Inbuilt overhead projector
– A TV with DVD and video facilities
– Whiteboards
– Flipcharts
– Tea/coffee making facilities
Stoneham Lodge room hire begins at just £29 per hour. Half Day and Full Day rates are available – please speak with our friendly bookings team.
Our 17 acre site has often been used for medieval re-enactments, local music festivals and even outdoor swimming and polo competitions!
With loads of local parking options, accessible toilets, shower and kitchen facilities and eco-friendly indoor space, the site is home to many site hirers each year. Our 17 acre urban escape is perched on the edge of Southampton with great transport access to the M27, the airport and the city centre, making it an ideal location.
For a no-obligation site tour, speak with a friendly member of our bookings team who will be more than happy to provide you with site hire information and guidance, to make your next event, memorable.
We all know that uniqueness is highly sought after, but it doesn’t need to be financially out of reach when it comes to weddings, parties or functions.
Book exclusive (or non-exclusive) use of Woodmill and make your next function a little different to the ‘norm’.
Enjoy our 17 acre site and allow us to help with the Hog-Roast, activity session or indoor facilities at your next Wedding, event or function.
We can offer bespoke services including:
– Catering support
– Transportation
– Beautiful landscapes
– Music, event and Public Announcement management
– Disabled access to facilities
– In-house camping / glamping
Speak to a member of our friendly bookings team to learn more.
Individual room hire from just £29 per hour.
Full day room hire from just £129 per day.
To find out more, obtain a tailored quotation or speak to a member of the team, please complete the enquiry form with as much information as possible. A friendly member of the team will be in touch to discuss your requirements.
"We use Woodmill each week to deliver staff training and First Aid. The team are incredibly friendly and nothing is too much effort!"
"Home of the Southampton Healthy Living Festival for three years running, Woodmill is perfect. With just over a 5,000 footfall, the site allows us to promote healthy living and co-deliver activities for residents of Southampton. Charlie and her team ensure the grounds are well maintained and activities delivered brilliantly - we'll be back again!"