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Case Study: The Summer Takeover (And Why Creative agencies love Preston Court).

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🌳✨ Let’s talk about the summer Preston Court went full ‘Phantom.’ ✨🌳 Four years ago, we handed the keys to our estate over to one of London’s most innovative digital studios. They didn’t just book a venue; they executed a full-scale creative takeover. The result? An unforgettable, high-energy event that proved why Preston Court is the ultimate playground for the UK’s top creative minds. The Challenge: Creative agencies are different. You don’t want a sterile hotel conference room or a “package” experience. You want a canvas—a place that reflects your brand’s edge and gives your team the space to decompress and play, hard. The Preston Court Solution When the Phantom team arrived, they traded skyscrapers for sprawling fields and digital screens for a high-octane, “retro-festival” atmosphere. The Blank Canvas Barns: The Oak Barn was stripped of its “traditional” feel and transformed into a production-ready hub. Whether you’re projecting branding onto 17th-century timber or setting up a bespoke lighting rig, our infrastructure is built for high-spec activations. The “Work-Hard, Play-Hard” Transition: They moved seamlessly from strategy sessions to a full-blown competitive field day. The grounds were alive with Tug of War, Beanbag tosses, and “Silly Races” featuring Sacks, Eggs & Spoons, and the inevitable chaos of Water Balloons. The Ultimate Fairground Vibes: We brought out the big guns for the Phantom crew. The estate echoed with the sounds of Dodgem Cars, the Test Your Strength Striker, and friendly rivalry at the Cork Shooting and Darts stalls. Creative Expression: To keep the studio’s artistic roots front and centre, a dedicated Graffiti Wall allowed the team to leave their mark on the day—proving that inspiration flows better outside the office walls. The Vintage Wow-Factor: Nothing says “agency life” like the contrast of a cutting-edge digital team taking a spin on our Victorian Carousel under the stars. It’s the ultimate nostalgic “wow” factor that looks incredible on every team member’s social feed. Why Your Studio is the Perfect Fit We know that creative directors and studio managers are looking for the “next big thing” in team culture. We provide that rare balance of high-end production capability and raw, authentic charm. Our Creative Agency Package Includes: High-Speed Connectivity: Reliable WiFi for those essential morning “syncs” before the phones go away. Bespoke Activity Curation: From high-energy Dodgems to artisanal local catering, we help you design the day from the ground up. The Full Takeover: We allow for deep customisation. Brand the space, fly your flags, and make the estate yours for the day. Preston Court isn’t just a venue; it’s a partner in driving your agency’s culture forward. If you’re planning your next retreat, brand launch, or summer blowout, let’s talk about how we can build your own version of the “Phantom Takeover.” Ready to make history?

🌳✨ Let’s talk about the summer Preston Court went full ‘Phantom.’ ✨🌳

Four years ago, we handed the keys to our estate over to one of London’s most innovative digital studios.

They didn’t just book a venue; they executed a full-scale creative takeover. The result? An unforgettable, high-energy event that proved why Preston Court is the ultimate playground for the UK’s top creative minds.

The Challenge: Creative agencies are different. You don’t want a sterile hotel conference room or a “package” experience. You want a canvas—a place that reflects your brand’s edge and gives your team the space to decompress and play, hard.


The Preston Court Solution

When the Phantom team arrived, they traded skyscrapers for sprawling fields and digital screens for a high-octane, “retro-festival” atmosphere.

  • The Blank Canvas Barns: The Oak Barn was stripped of its “traditional” feel and transformed into a production-ready hub. Whether you’re projecting branding onto 17th-century timber or setting up a bespoke lighting rig, our infrastructure is built for high-spec activations.

  • The “Work-Hard, Play-Hard” Transition: They moved seamlessly from strategy sessions to a full-blown competitive field day. The grounds were alive with Tug of War, Beanbag tosses, and “Silly Races” featuring Sacks, Eggs & Spoons, and the inevitable chaos of Water Balloons.

  • The Ultimate Fairground Vibes: We brought out the big guns for the Phantom crew. The estate echoed with the sounds of Dodgem Cars, the Test Your Strength Striker, and friendly rivalry at the Cork Shooting and Darts stalls.

  • Creative Expression: To keep the studio’s artistic roots front and centre, a dedicated Graffiti Wall allowed the team to leave their mark on the day—proving that inspiration flows better outside the office walls.

  • The Vintage Wow-Factor: Nothing says “agency life” like the contrast of a cutting-edge digital team taking a spin on our Victorian Carousel under the stars. It’s the ultimate nostalgic “wow” factor that looks incredible on every team member’s social feed.


Why Your Studio is the Perfect Fit

We know that creative directors and studio managers are looking for the “next big thing” in team culture. We provide that rare balance of high-end production capability and raw, authentic charm.

Our Creative Agency Package Includes:

  • High-Speed Connectivity: Reliable WiFi for those essential morning “syncs” before the phones go away.

  • Bespoke Activity Curation: From high-energy Dodgems to artisanal local catering, we help you design the day from the ground up.

  • The Full Takeover: We allow for deep customisation. Brand the space, fly your flags, and make the estate yours for the day.

Preston Court isn’t just a venue; it’s a partner in driving your agency’s culture forward. If you’re planning your next retreat, brand launch, or summer blowout, let’s talk about how we can build your own version of the “Phantom Takeover.”

Ready to make history?

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