Inside The Oval: A Behind-the-Scenes Visit That Brought Event Theory to Life

Our students and lecturers recently experienced an exceptional behind-the-scenes tour of the event spaces at The Oval, one of London’s most iconic cricket grounds and a standout venue for conferences, exhibitions and corporate experiences.

For learners exploring event management courses, sports management courses or considering how to build rewarding careers in events and careers in sports management, this visit offered meaningful insight into how a world-class venue operates beyond match days.

The Oval’s staff were incredibly generous with their time, guiding our group through suites, pavilions and hospitality spaces used year-round for a wide range of events.

Their explanations revealed how the operations, logistics and client services shift between cricket season and commercial event delivery, giving our students a clearer understanding of the venue’s adaptability and high standards.

This level of access is invaluable for anyone undertaking full-time event courses or preparing to study in London to gain a competitive edge in the industry.

Experiential learning sits at the core of our educational approach, and visits like this bring classroom theory to life.

Seeing professional workflows in action, observing the intricacies of planning and operations and connecting academic concepts to real environments enriches learning far beyond traditional study.

It helps students build confidence, deepen their understanding and imagine where their own careers might take them.

The Oval’s event spaces were genuinely inspiring. Their versatility, atmosphere and premium design have left a lasting impression on both staff and students.

We are already exploring opportunities to return for future student events and we look forward to being back very soon as guests.

A sincere thank you to The Oval team for offering our students such an insightful and memorable learning opportunity.