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MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

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OUR PREMIUM PLUS PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Room Hire • 3 x servings of tea & coffee • Unlimited water • Stationary • Finger buffet lunch • Screen – 5 meters • 15,000 lumen projector • Lectern • PA system with digital mixing desk • 5 x mics • Internet access • On site-support technician • Dedicated receptionist • Dedicated entrance

• Room Hire • 3 x servings of tea & coffee (Danish and fruit on arrival, mid-morning biscuits and cake in the afternoon) • Unlimited water • Stationary • Flipchart • LCD Projector and screen • Finger buffet lunch • Laptop • PA with one mic (if required)

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WELCOME The Conferences UK team have created the Meetings Guide Manual with the aim of producing the definitive guide to meetings and events in the UK. Our ambition is to profile and promote as many of our partners as possible and believe that we have achieved this by including 150 different venues within our first manual, providing you with direct access to some of the best venues in the country. The range and scope of featured venues will satisfy a diverse range of requirements – in short there should be something for everyone. Alongside our featured venues we have created a simple guide to organising meetings and created some tips on selecting the perfect venue. As a team, we help thousands of people every year to find their ideal meeting place and we have taken this opportunity to share some of that accumulated knowledge. This includes a guide to some of the terminology used in the meeting and event sector, to unravel some of the ‘mystique’ associated with booking and organising a meeting. The manual also includes a profile on the team behind the guide – those whose collective wisdom we have drawn upon to create the content. This also provides an opportunity for you to take advantage of this experience directly. We provide a free venue finding service that can match your meeting needs with perfect venue. In the unlikely event that you do not find what you are looking for in this guide, or even if you just need a little extra help, you can call us today on 0845 351 9917 and we will undertake a free venue find for you.

SIMON THOMPSON MANAGING DIRECTOR

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CONTENTS

HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS 8 TIPS TO ORGANISE THE PERFECT EVENT 06 10 TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE PERFECT EVENT VENUE 08 GLOSSARY 10 6 CLAUSES TO LOOK OUT FOR IN A CONTRACT 12 MEETING ROOM STYLES BANQUETING 14 BOARDROOM 15 CABARET 16 CLASSROOM 17 THEATRE 18 U-SHAPE 19 CONFERENCES UK 21 MEET THE TEAM 22 VENUES NORTH OF ENGLAND 28 THE MIDLANDS 100 SOUTH OF ENGLAND 150 LONDON 216 REST OF THE UK 274 A–Z VENUE INDEX 294 CONTENTS 05

8 TIPS TO ORGANISE THE PERFECT EVENT

1. CALL CONFERENCES UK It’s our job to help you find the perfect venue! Simply give us a call, and let us know where you want the venue to be, how many people it’s for, your budget and any other information you want us to know and we’ll help find you the venue that’s right for you at the best possible price.

3. CREATE A BUDGET… AND STICK TO IT Draw up a budget and stick to it! Whilst you may think that money can buy the best in terms of things like the venue and catering; you need to remember that it will be you as the organiser of the event who will be responsible for the overall delegate experience regardless of the budget involved.

2. DRAW UP THE PERFECT GUEST LIST Is it just employees that you’re inviting, or will you be inviting other people outside of your company too? Send out invitations or marketing in plenty of time, so delegates can respond. Decide which is the best way to distribute these: if it’s just your employees who will be attending, a simple email may be the best way. Alternatively, you could instead create a webpage for the event. Finally, remember everyone may not be able to attend, so you’ll need to bear that in mind when finding a venue and organising the catering.

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4. PLAN YOUR DAY Make sure you have a clear plan as to what you want to get out of the event, and then schedule in times for each section. Not only will this ensure you get everything covered that you wanted to; but by distributing the schedule to delegates will mean that they can prepare themselves for the day ahead.

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Planning any event can be extremely daunting – not only does it feel like a huge amount of responsibility, it can also appear like attendees will be watching your every move, and holding you personally responsible for whether the event is a success or not. But don’t worry, here at Conferences UK we’ve put together eight tips to help you plan that perfect event that EVERYONE will be talking about!

5. HAVE A BACK-UP PLAN So you’ve planned your day down to the last minute? Now you need to carry out a quick risk assessment and have a plan B in place for each activity just in case the worst thing possible could go wrong. For example, if it’s a team building event you’re organising, and you’ve planned the perfect exercise outdoors, make sure you have an alternate one that can be carried out indoors in case it decides to rain.

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7. GET A GREAT PHOTOGRAPHER After planning the perfect event, you’ll want a photographer to capture the moment, and it’s best to hire one who has had plenty of experience in photographing corporate events. With a bit of investigating, you can find yourself a photographer who will not only take pictures of the event, but will provide you with images for your social media, press releases and any other activities you wish to show everyone what a great event organiser you are!

6. SECTION OFF SEPARATE AREAS Make sure there’s another room that employees can relax during the breaks, so that they can take some time out and take their mind off of the information that they’ve been digesting; or maybe do some networking. Spending the whole day in one room can bore employees, and mean they can lose interest in the event, meaning productivity will be lower.

8. GET FEEDBACK Once the event is over get some feedback from your delegates. For an internal meeting this can be as simple as a quick discussion with you colleagues, for a larger event there are plenty of free, easy to use, survey tools like survey monkey that you can use to send a simple survey out to delegates. This will help you get feedback on the event and the venue and adapt for the future.

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10 TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE PERFECT EVENT VENUE

1. LOCATION & ACCESSIBILITY This is paramount to maximising attendance. Your venue must have excellent transport links – air, train and motorway; plentiful (and if possible free or cheap) on-site parking. If the event is to take place on more than one day or has an early start / late finish – on-site or nearby accommodation to suit a range of budgets is important. Try to determine where most of your delegates or guests will be coming from and choose a location that is convenient to the majority. Assess your business needs and factor in the overall logistics when shortlisting your venues.

2. SIZE You should choose a venue that is the right size and capacity, ensuring a good fit for your delegates and event. If you book a venue that is too large it might look like the numbers for the event have not been achieved and it is poorly attended and therefore unsuccessful. If you chose somewhere too small it will be overcrowded and uncomfortable and there may not be enough seating or space for networking.

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Does your venue have spaces that meet your needs? Check with your venue the capacities of the spaces you are booking. You should also check that there will be sufficient staff working on your event and ask if you will have a dedicated point of contact.

3. COST Budget is crucial when searching for a venue and you should always set this first. However, if you have found your perfect venue but find it falls outside your budget, consider negotiating before walking away as you may be able to reduce the costs in some areas to bring the event in within budget. For example, never take the price of a tea or coffee for granted – the price can always be negotiated and when added up, result in a substantial saving. Furthermore, don’t feel uncomfortable negotiating, the venue will expect a well organised meetings booker to negotiate at some point. Finally it is vital to understand what the package you are offered includes – is it everything you need or will you be charged for extra refreshments etc. When it comes to paying your final invoice you don’t want any unexpected costs that you hadn’t budgeted for.

4. LAYOUT OPTIONS Depending on what type of event you are organising, ensure your venue can set your room(s) out in your desired and optimum layout. You don’t want to be tied to a room that can only be laid out theatre style if your delegates have group work or discussion to do. Other factors to check include asking if there is there plenty of power, a robust wi-fi service and natural daylight. You might also want to determine whether it is close to breakout rooms and catering. Finally check to see if there are any obstructions that might prevent visibility of speakers or presentations etc.

5. MENU When it comes to choosing menus for your event, whether it is a drinks reception, a gala dinner or a simple buffet lunch, ensure there is something available to suit everyone. Within the parameters of your budget, you will want plenty of choice with hot and cold options if possible. It is vital to cater for dietary requirements and allergies and have the suitable alternatives available. It is a very good idea to book a tasting session when you go for a site visit especially if it is for a seated dinner.

Choosing the ideal venue for your conference and event can sometimes be a tough decision. It can determine whether your event is a success or failure. There is so much choice, a wealth of information available online and of course, limiting factors which will ultimately influence where you finally book.

6. AVAILABILITY

8. TECHNICAL

For larger events, it makes sense to check for other major events taking place at the same time, either in your events location or within your industry to ensure that you attract the maximum number of attendees. On a smaller scale, when you are shortlisting venues check whether other events are taking place there at the same time as this may impact on networking in common spaces.

For even the shortest meeting or event, delegates want free, fast and available wi-fi so ensure this is available. It is also important to enquire about the technical packages available if you require equipment such as projectors, microphones, PA’s and audience response systems. It is vital to ask if there is technical support available should you need it.

7. CHECK THE SMALL PRINT It is important to be aware of some of the key contract terms for each venue at a relatively early stage of your search. Understanding the venue’s approach to and flexibility towards minimum numbers and cancellation charges can be key, particularly when organising a larger event. For a more comprehensive overview of what to look for, check out page 12 of this guide.

10. USE A FREE VENUE FINDING SERVICE Using a venue finding service like Conferences UK gives you the benefit of insider knowledge, experience and feedback. The team at Conferences UK can help you find your perfect venue… give us a call today on 08453519917.

9. SITE VISIT It is really important to go and visit your potential venue(s) as you often can’t make a judgement from the internet or a telephone call alone. Make a list of what you need the venue to deliver before you go and take a camera. During the visit you should assess a range of factors, including the welcome from reception, car parking, breakout spaces, catering facilities and the outdoor space (if required). Perhaps most important of all – are you confident in the staff to help you deliver the best quality event.

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GLOSSARY

24 HOUR DELEGATE RATE: A package offered by venues to clients, usually corporate. 24-hour rates can include a range of things but will generally include; use of meeting room, use of conference facilities, refreshments, Lunch, Dinner, Accommodation and Breakfast. AGENT/AGENCY: The Company managing the event on behalf of the client. AV (AUDIO/VISUAL): Equipment with both sound and visual used for presentations, such as projectors. BACK PROJECTION: Projecting from the rear of the stage set so the projector cannot be seen. This requires additional space â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at least three additional metres of space behind the stage set. BANQUET SET-UP: This is a room layout where round tables are set out in groups (usually at a banquet or gala dinner). BOARDROOM SET-UP: This is a room layout where rectangle or oval shaped tables are set up with chairs on both sides and ends.

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CABARET STYLE SEATING: A room layout where round tables are set out with the chairs facing the front so all delegates have a view of the stage. CORKAGE: The charge applied by a venue to a client when bringing their own alcohol on site. CANCELLATION CLAUSE: Terms by which a contract may be cancelled usually with a penalty. CLASSROOM SET-UP: Tables arranged in rows facing the stage with seating positioned behind each table. DAY DELEGATE RATE (DDR): Rate charged by a venue per delegate per day based on a full day meeting. This rate will usually include meeting room hire, two servings of tea and coffee, lunch and conference equipment (flipchart, screen etc).

FLOOR PLAN: The layout of the room to include table and seating arrangements along with entertainment or stage area. FIRST OPTION: When a venue reserves space not yet contracted for and also given first refusal to confirm if there is an alternative firm enquiry. HERRINGBONE LAYOUT: Table arrangement used for dinners that will involve a speaker. Tables are placed at a diagonal pointing towards the front of the room with chairs are set on both sides and at the head of the table. The end of the table is left open so no one has their back to the speaker. HOLLOW SQUARE LAYOUT: Table arrangement where tables are placed to form a square with an open inside space. Chairs are only placed on the outside of square.

DB&B: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

KEYNOTE: Opening speech or presentation at a meeting that sets the tone or theme of the event.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: Advance registration for an event by a certain date, usually at a discount.

LAVALIERE MICROPHONE: A small microphone that is clipped onto clothing to allow the speaker to move.

MINIMUM GUARANTEED NUMBERS: The lowest number of chargeable guests/delegates for the event specified in the contract. MICE: Meetings, Incentive, Conference/ Congress, & Exhibition. ON CONSUMPTION: Paying only for what has been consumed as opposed to paying in advance. OVERBOOKING: The process of taking in too many reservations for an event or event venue than there is room for. This is a common practice in hotels to compensate for non-arrivals. ROOM SET-UP: The layout and arrangement of a meeting room specified by the client using equipment, chairs, tables and other furniture. ROOMING LIST: Comprehensive accommodation list showing names, arrival, departure dates and any special requirements. ROOM TURNOVER: Time allowed in order for the venue to reset the meeting room from one layout to another.

RACK RATE: The suggested retail price. A term often used in the travel/hotel industry to describe the inflated prices someone pays when booking a room directly with a hotel rather than a discounted travel agency. REAR PROJECTION: Projector that projects an image from behind a screen rather than from in front of it. RIGGING: Rigging equipment is used to suspend light and sound systems and aerial performers.

WORKSHOP: This is a term given to areas/ rooms that are allocated in addition to the main plenary session; they can consist of team-building exercises, Informal sessions of free discussions or training sessions in which delegates, often develop skills and knowledge in a given field. WAITLIST: A list of a people still waiting for an event or a bedroom in a hotel. Also if space is already being held provisionally, the new client will be waitlisted or put on second option.

SERPENTINE TABLES: Curved tables that can be used at corner points in U-Shape, Conference and Hollow Square style table/ seating set ups. THEATRE STYLE SEATING: A seating arrangement designed for presentations or lectures where participants do not need to take notes. Participants are given a chair but are not seated at a table. All chairs face towards the front of the room.

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6 CLAUSES TO LOOK OUT FOR IN A CONTRACT Booking an event can be a tricky business. This is particularly the case when you are securing a venue considerably in advance of the event date. In such cases you will need to contract with the venue well before some of your key variables – such as delegate numbers – are established. Here are our top tips for making sure you don’t end up regretting signing on the dotted line. 1. MINIMUM NUMBERS

3. CANCELLATION TERMS

5. INSURANCE

For events based priced on a DDR (Day delegate rate) or which include an element of catering, the contract may stipulate a minimum number of delegates. When the contract is signed this become the baseline cost for the event. While it can be difficult to avoid committing to minimum numbers, you should ensure that these are set a low as possible to give you the maximum flexibility with your cost base.

Any contract review should include an understanding of what the cancellation terms are. This is particularly the case for events, as there are likely to cancellation charges. It is of course essential to check the size of the nonrefundable deposit, however, the cancellation fee will increase as you get closer to the date of the event. Having a clear understanding of the penalties associated with cancelling your event can make a significant difference and assist in the decision making timetable, should your event be struggling to attract delegates.

The insurance clause will stipulate the type and limit of the cover each party to the contract must secure and maintain. This is important, particularly for larger events as it makes clear that in the event that something goes wrong each party is able to pay for the damages and loss they are responsible for.

2. PAYMENT TERMS There are a variety of payment terms offered and no hard and fast rules apply here. The key point is to ensure that the terms offered match your requirements and in particular the cashflow pattern of your event. If they don’t, then negotiate terms that do – most venues are amenable to such discussion. It is also important to get a breakdown of the costs to establish absolute clarity on what is and what is not included in the rate and the VAT situation of each.

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4. ACCESS AND SET UP The starting point here is to have a clear idea of how much time you need to set up your event and how long you will need to break it down. From there you can check that the access time to the venue is suitable. It is important to bear in mind that someone else maybe using the venue or room before you, so the contract will need to reflect a suitable amount of access time, to enable you to complete set up.

6. SUPPLIERS Check whether the contract restricts the use of outside suppliers. Some venues require you to use in-house suppliers or will charge a fee for the use of external suppliers.

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MEETING ROOM STYLES BANQUETING DEFINITION The layout is similar to CABARET style, with a number of round tables in the room, which enable delegates to interact with each other and also face the front. BEST USED FOR This layout is intended for more formal dinners and awards, where there may be a requirement for the delegates to face the stage. In addition this format can be adapted with the tables situated around a dancefloor in the middle or edge of the room. This format is better suited to a larger room.

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CONFERENCES UK RECOMMENDS Located just 10 minutes from J30 of the M5 motorway in 350-acres of stunning Devon countryside, Woodbury Park offers the perfect backdrop to any corporate event. The Greg Norman suite is a magnificent room with stage, integral bar and private terrace which can comfortably seat up to 250 people. The elegance of the room ensure an ideal banqueting or corporate hospitality venue for any occasion.

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MEETING ROOM STYLES BOARDROOM DEFINITION In this layout a rectangular or oval table is set up in the middle of the room with chairs around all sides and ends. These can be set up in a square, hollow square or rectangle. BEST USED FOR This layout is ideal for smaller groups and promoting interaction between participants. It is often used for Board meetings, committee meetings, or discussion groups but is not the best layout for speakers or presentations.

CONFERENCES UK RECOMMENDS The Crowne Plaza Chester offer products and services that support their guests to perform at their best. Holding between 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;80 delegates respectively, the Burton, Farndon and Roodee meeting rooms in the Meeting Centre provide the ideal setting for medium sized or intimate business events. With a maximum of 12 delegates, the Executive Boardroom has the ultimate in comfort with leather chairs, boardroom table and a flat screen TV for that all important presentation.

The space is completely flexible and there is an all day breakout area, the Conference CafĂŠ where delegates can relax with a coffee and a snack, and still keep the conversation flowing with colleagues.

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MEETING ROOM STYLES CABARET DEFINITION In this layout delegates face the front on groups of round tables with focus on the stage set. BEST USED FOR This layout suits presenting to and facilitating group work with larger numbers, where the use of round tables facilitates interaction between delegates. A side benefit is that rooms of this size and set up can be quickly converted to a BANQUETING STYLE for an awards ceremony or gala dinner.

WHAT THE EXPERT SAYS “One of the most important considerations when planning a successful conference is to ensure that your room layout suits the style of your event. Cabaret style separates your delegates into smaller groups and can be arranged to sit on one side of the table facing forwards. This is ideal for smaller based groups and also, if a presentation will be taking place at the front of the room. Cabaret style layout is particularly popular with training sessions, working lunches or team workshops.” SIAN EDWARDS, BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER, AMGUEDDFA CYMRU – NATIONAL MUSEUM WALES

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MEETING ROOM STYLES CLASSROOM WHAT THE EXPERT SAYS â&#x20AC;&#x153;Conference Room 1 within the Conference Aston Hotel offers the perfect space for classroom style layouts, for up to 145. The suite offers natural daylight from the front and rear of the room and can be made private with automatic blinds on the main windows; the large room incorporates three large projection screens, microphones and sound system, with an onsite AV support team, ensuring the environment is conducive to learning for all participants. An additional conference suite is located next to the room, to provide storage for course materials and office space if required. The suites are on the ground floor of the hotel, and offer a quiet location that is easily accessible for delegates. One of many suites able to accommodate a classroom style layout, it sits within the main conference hotel building, at the heart of the Aston University campus, an environment that is purpose built for learning.â&#x20AC;?

DEFINITION In the classroom format, the room is set up in rows with conference tables facing the front of the room and is ideal for an event where there will lots of notetaking or computer work. BEST USED FOR This is a good layout for training sessions and examinations. This layout allows larger groups to be accommodated at tables but does not allow for much group participation.

KATHARINE ARMSTRONG, CONFERENCE ASTON

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MEETING ROOM STYLES THEATRE DEFINITION A Theatre Style room set up is a flexible format and is generally best used when the audience will be listening to a speaker or watching a presentation on the screen. Seats or chairs are set out in rows facing a stage, lectern, head table, or speaker. BEST USED FOR This layout allows a larger number of delegates to be seated in a room and is a good choice for larger groups when note-taking or group work is not required. However it is less effective for group work and interaction and it can be difficult to take notes.

WHAT THE EXPERT SAYS “The Ludlow Suite offers 1300 sq m of pillar-free space giving optimum viewing lines for all delegates. Located on the ground floor, and with 5m high access doors, set-up and breakdown is fast and simple, and a floor-to-ceiling glass wall, with integrated black-out, means the suite can offer either natural day-light or a complete black-box environment. The suite can comfortably host 1480 delegates theatre-style, and a flexible design enables the suite to break into three acoustically sound sections, with each section capable of hosting up to 500 delegates theatre style. This flexibility of space means main plenary, catering and exhibition can be hosted in one dedicated space, creating a compact and easy-to-navigate event for delegates” RACHEL SMITH, FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER, THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE, TELFORD

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MEETING ROOM STYLES U-SHAPE WHAT THE EXPERT SAYS “As the largest of our first floor boardrooms, the spacious Richmond Suite is our most flexible upstairs room, perfect for up to 20 delegates in a variety of layouts to complement you’re working needs. A bright, airy, wide room with modern furniture and all your requirements considered, the Richmond really is the Jack of all trades within our original mansion house setting. The width of the room and the flexibility of the furnishings ensure it is ideal for all set up requirements, ideally complimenting U-shapes. With Glass writing boards and stationary as standard, there is plenty of room for delegates to brainstorm and utilise the setting for some ever useful creativity.”

DEFINITION In this layout the conference tables are set in the shape of the letter U, with chairs around the outside. BEST USED FOR This layout is best for Board and Committee meetings, training courses and focus groups where the focus is on the speaker or presentation and there is a requirement for note taking, or referring to paperwork. A U-Shape layout is best for groups of less than 25.

JAKE ROCHE, SALES EXECUTIVE, OAKLEY COURT, WINDSOR

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CONFERENCES UK Conferences UK is a specialist venue finding service, based in Didsbury, Manchester. The business was established in 2005 to enable organisations of all sizes to find a suitable venue for their meetings and events. The service is free and our aim is to connect as many people as possible with their perfect venue.

To achieve this we have built a team of experienced venue finders who are driven by their desire to help people find great places to hold their event. This drive is reflected in the diligence with which we treat each and every enquiry we receive, regardless of the size of event. Every query we receive gets the same attention and a selection of suitable venues is always provided, enabling each client to choose which is the most appropriate for their requirements. Furthermore, our team of expert venue finders are on hand to use their in-depth knowledge to support the process. While the success of our business is built around the strength of our people, the digital systems we have developed are also vital in helping us provide a superior service. www.conferences-uk.org.uk features around 40,000 comprehensive venue profiles in the UK and internationally. Our proposal and management systems enable us to process your enquiry with the maximum efficiency. As a result we are able to ensure that you receive the most effective response to your enquiry.

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2. Tell us what your requirements are. 3. We will get straight to work checking the availability of suitable venues. 4. We will negotiate hard on your behalf (we will even fight for free teas and coffees!). 5. We will send you a concise proposal with venue options that match your exact requirements including details of availability, pricing and most importantly savings. 6. We can arrange for a site visit, for you to inspect the venue if required. 7. We check the contracts for you.

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CONFERENCES UK MEET THE TEAM BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: It has been hugely rewarding to have built a fantastic team over the years and seen the business grow from strength to strength. TOP MONEY SAVING TIP: Always negotiate on price. It seems like a simple piece of advice but people often don’t and miss out on savings. Also never take the price of a cup of tea for granted! Catering costs can mount up and it is as important to negotiate on the prices of items that seem peripheral as it is on the core costs of the venue. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR CONFERENCE ORGANISERS: Simple. Proper planning prevents poor performance! Even the smallest meeting or event requires plenty of preparation to make sure everything goes to plan. COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID: Not planning far enough in advance leaves many conference organisers chasing their tails and making unnecessary compromises when bringing their event together.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: I am fortunate to have a really diverse range of clients, each one with very different needs. It has been really rewarding to build long term relationships with clients and be able to quantify the positive impact that Conferences UK has had for them. MONEY SAVING TIP: Not everyone understands that using a third party agency such as Conferences UK is actually free. There is no cost associated with using the service and the customer benefits from the savings which our expert team of venue finders are able to achieve. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Two things. Best price first is critical in the current climate. Venues that respond quickly with their keenest pricing are more likely to secure that all important booking. Secondly, chairs! There is no excuse to roll out £20 conference chairs and expect delegates to sit on them for eight hours. Ergonomic chairs improve delegate comfort and ultimately customer satisfaction.

FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE: Langham Hilton Hotel is a superb conference venue with some stunning conference spaces.

“Proper planning prevents poor performance!” SIMON THOMPSON MANAGING DIRECTOR

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“Best price first is critical…”

RICHARD NEWMAN REGIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: I get a real sense of reward from building strong relationships with our venue partners and helping them to build their business. MONEY SAVING TIP: The ‘cheapest’ deal often does not work out to be the cheapest. Check the small print to see what is included and what might end up as being extras on any day delegate package. This is an area where an agency like Conferences UK can really help, particularly when you are under time pressure to find a venue. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Service is a critical part of the offering for our clients. Great service can make up for weaknesses in a product but nothing can really compensate for poor service, which will always have a lasting impression on a delegate. FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE: The Business Design Centre is a great venue, which responds rapidly to conference enquiries and always demonstrates great flexibility when accommodating delegate requirements.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: Helping customers to find the best meeting venue for their requirements is immensely satisfying, particularly when they realise the service is free and how much money I am able to save them. TOP MONEY SAVING TIP: Always take a look at the breakdown packages, as they can work out cheaper than a day delegate rate. I always do this on behalf of my customers and it often results in a saving for them. People are often time pressured and don’t get time to make the comparison – this is really where an experienced venue finder can help. TOP TIP: If you are looking for a small meeting space, for example a 20 seat board room, leave the booking until the last minute as there are a plentiful supply of these rooms and some great deals to be had. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Offer flexibility on payment terms as this will help make the conference organiser’s decision to use your venue a straightforward one and is likely to result in a loyal customer. FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE: MSE venues offer exceptionally competitive rates with great central location, attention to detail and excellent customer service.

“Check the small print”

STAN POSNER SALES MANAGER

“Offer flexibility on payment terms”

JAYNE WINSTANLEY VENUE FINDER

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CONFERENCES UK MEET THE TEAM BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: Finding venues for meetings and events always has its challenges, it’s that challenge that I love and makes my job different each day. Getting the right venue at the right price for my customers is a bit like completing a puzzle and brings fresh and new challenges every day so not every day is the same.

MY ROLE: I am responsible for helping clients to avoid any stress or wasted time trying to contact numerous venues when looking to book an event. I work to make the process as easy as possible for the client by using my contacts to push for fast and thorough responses from venues.

TOP MONEY SAVING TIP: Always make sure you are prepared when arranging a meeting or event. So often clients sometimes are not prepared with dates, delegate numbers, location to name a few, this then makes it harder to get best rates available and can then put clients off as the venues can only quote what information is provided and can result in higher rates being quoted.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: I enjoy the unpredictability of each day as every client has different requirements. This has enabled me to get a detailed understanding of the range of different venues out there, which enables me to provide the best possible service I can for my clients completely free of charge.

MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Prompt responses to enquiries are absolutely vital. The quicker that we can get a response the more likely the venue is to get a confirmed booking from a Venue. Venues that offer their best price first time often benefit from a shorter decision making process from the client. FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE: Hinckley Island Hotel Leicester. After its fresh new refurbishment in 2015, Hinckley Island now host 25 meeting room with largest room holding 650 delegates, 362 bedrooms and over 300 complimentary parking spaces, it makes it one of the largest venues outside of London. With it being in the Midlands the location is perfect for delegates travelling, only 23 miles from East Midlands Airport, close to the M1, M6 AND M69 making it easily accessible from all parts of the country.

“Always make sure you are prepared”

CARL BRINDLEY VENUE FINDER

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TOP MONEY SAVING TIP: Try to be flexible with location and types of venues as this can help broaden the search, offering better rates and room for negotiation. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Offer the best possible prices from the outset and regard the speed of responses to enquiries as a priority in order to secure business.

“Be flexible with location and types of venues” HANNAH REEVE VENUE FINDER

MY ROLE: I provide full assistance to customers by finding the best venue that meets their requirements in addition to saving their time and money. I also act as the main link between the client and the venue until the event has taken place.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: Being able to offer clients a thorough service, which they would struggle to do on their own, and knowing I have done as much as I can to assist them. I also enjoy the variety of enquires that come through, the job is always slightly different.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: I do really enjoy dealing with a variety of clients and providing them with beneficial help that can contribute in making their event as convenient as possible.

TOP MONEY SAVING TIP: Always take advantage of the ‘Venue Special Offers’ which are often available monthly on the website. Also, it’s always worth trying to get evening dinners and other services for a discount rate with large bookings, this is where the Venue Finder’s contacts and experience can be key.

TOP MONEY SAVING TIP: I always tell my clients to book early to get great discounts, and make use of venue’s package offers as there are often huge savings to be made. I also try and encourage people to be flexible on dates and location, as this enables greater scope for negotiation. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Always offer good packages that can affect our clients’ decisions and respond to us as soon as possible so we can provide our clients with the quickest services in an efficient way.

“Book early to get great discounts”

JAMAL SHAHIN VENUE FINDER

TOP TIP: Always consider a broad range of venues and unusual options as they may present a better price or suitability to your enquiry. MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE FOR VENUES: Be quick and efficient with responses to enquiries and make the responses as detailed as possible, so the client isn’t left confused or unsure. FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE: Center Parcs venues often do great rates and offer a different experience to clients.

“Be quick and efficient with responses”

ADAM SHAW VENUE FINDER

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CONFERENCES UK MEET THE TEAM I am responsible for welcoming visitors to the office and providing hospitality. I am also kept busy monitoring the office telephone system and providing general administrative support for the office. BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB: I like my job because of the variety of work and the unpredictability of the day. When I start work at 9:00am apart from a few general everyday tasks I never know what else I will be doing that day which is great. JULIE HUMPHREY RECEPTIONIST

I perform the day to day financial activities including the bank reconciliations, management of book debt, VAT returns, payroll & preparation of month end and annual accounts. I am responsible for checking targets and monitoring the performance of each department on a monthly basis and assist on the preparation of financial reporting including financial forecasts and reviewing annual budgets.

I am responsible for credit control, maintaining the sales ledger and producing regular reports for the business.

CLARE WEBSTER FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

SAM DICKINSON ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

For help finding the perfect venue for your event call Conferences UK on 0845 351 9917 or visit us online at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

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VENUES

If you would like to book any of the venues featured within our guide you can find their direct contact details on their feature. Alternatively call the Conferences UK team on 0845 351 9917 and use our free venue finding service.

NORTH OF ENGLAND 28 THE MIDLANDS 100 SOUTH OF ENGLAND 150 LONDON 216 REST OF THE UK 274 Aâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Z VENUE INDEX 294 SECTION TITLE 27

ADDRESS 1 NORTH JOHN STREET LIVERPOOL L2 5QW

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TELEPHONE 0151 294 3970 WEB WWW.ALOFTLIVERPOOL.COM

ALOFT LIVERPOOL HOTEL Aloft Liverpool, brought to you by Starwood Hotels, brings a brand new beat to the heart of the city. With nearly 100 hotels open worldwide since the brand first arrived on the scene, Aloft reinvented the mundane select service category with bold design and a buzzing social atmosphere – all at an affordable price point. At Aloft Liverpool, you’ll find that humdrum meetings and events are a thing of the past! Situated in the Grade II * Heritage listed former Royal Insurance Building, built in 1903 and now restored to its original beauty, you can expect stunning original features, high ceilings, open spaces with natural daylight, and a fantastic city centre location. Our creative spaces provide the ideal environment for sparking great ideas, which includes the striking James Doyle Suite with anti-space and three tactic rooms. All are complete with state of the art A/V equipment, 50” flat screen with laptop hook up and DVD player, and free and fast Wi-Fi. We also offer six informal meeting booths plus an impressive

Mezzanine area situated in the stand out NYL Restaurant & Bar. Guests can also enjoy the benefits of a 24 hour Re:fuel station, WXYZ bar and lounge and a Re:charge fitness centre, plus 116 loft like rooms, for overnight travellers. Email: events@aloftliverpool.com You spend your days arranging travel details or planning events — and now all your hard work is about to pay off. With SPG® Pro, you can earn Starpoints® for the travel you arrange for others and the meetings you plan professionally, right within your personal account. You can still earn rewards when you book a group for business or pleasure, from weddings to meetings to family reunions. Earn, redeem and enjoy your benefits at any of our 1,200 hotels and resorts across ten distinctive brands — including St. Regis®, W® and Westin® — in nearly 100 countries. Find out more by contacting us or visit www.spg.com/pro.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

TACTIC ROOM 1

–

4.9

–

W (M) 4.9

TACTIC ROOM 2

–

5.9

–

4.4

TACTIC ROOM 3

–

5.9

–

4.9

BREAK-OUT ROOM

–

4.0

–

3.7

JAMES DOYLE SUITE

100

–

7.3

–

12.9

ANTI-SPACE

–

MEZZANINE BAR

–

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ADDRESS MACRON STADIUM DE HAVILLAND WAY BOLTON BL6 6SF

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TELEPHONE 0844 248 2345 WEB WWW.BOLTONWHITESHOTEL.CO.UK

BOLTON WHITES HOTEL Situated in the heart of the North West and fully integrated into the Macron Stadium, the Bolton Whites Hotel ensures all guests are never far from the action! Each of the hotel’s modern and spacious bedrooms, many boasting a pitch-side view, are just the beginning of this unique and flexible venue. The hotel is also the perfect choice for conferences and events. From small boardroom meetings in the Executive Boxes with stunning views over the stadium, that all important conference or training event, or the annual

dinner, exhibitions and concerts; held in the impressive Premier Suite – the venue can accommodate it all. If all of this isn’t enough, located less than a minute from the M61 motorway, within easy reach of Manchester, over 2,750 complimentary car parking spaces and also a mainline train station less than a 5 minutes’ walk from the hotel, this really does make Bolton Whites Hotel the perfect location. Bolton Whites Hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the venue.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

PREMIER SUITE

1500

700

–

700

1200

73.5

7.5

W (M) 31.0

LION OF VIENNA

550

160

410

29.0

2.8

21.0

PLATINUM SUITE

450

200

320

24.8

2.7

22.1

HALL OF FAME

150

100

140

21.2

2.7

12.0

CHAIRMAN’S

20.5

3.6

12.0

WANDERER’S

100

18.7

2.7

10.6

MACRON

–

ROY HARTLE

12.7

2.8

6.0

MEDIA NORTH

–

MEDIA SOUTH

–

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ADDRESS BROXTON ROAD CHESTER CH3 9DQ

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TELEPHONE 01829 731555 WEB WWW.CARDENPARK.CO.UK

CARDEN PARK HOTEL Escape to the country for your next meeting, event or conference. Just 20 minutes from Chester, 40 minutes from Manchester and two hours from London. As Cheshire’s Country Estate, Carden Park Hotel offers a choice of 18 meeting venues with a capacity for up to 400 delegates, all located within 1000 acres of beautiful Cheshire countryside. Whether you want a small team meeting, a venue for your annual conference or a team building day for your colleagues, we have all you need for a successful event. All meeting rooms have flexible options to suit your needs and our expert team will offer guidance to ensure you meet all your event objectives.

Delegates can enjoy the additional facilities including 196 bedrooms, award winning spa and two championship golf courses. The on-site activities with segways, quads bikes, archery, KONG aerial ropes course and laser clay shooting make it easy to incorporate a team building day into your plans to motivate your delegates. Our largest venue, The Carden Suite has a capacity of 400 delegates and offers Sony surround sound, nine plasma screens, responsive lighting to compliment any theming and starlight ceiling for additional décor during special events. Throughout the estate we have complimentary wi-fi and 700 free parking spaces.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CARDEN SUITE

400

240

–

280

350

14.6

CARDEN SUITE SECTION

120

100

14.6

SHOOTING SUITE

120

110

SHOOTING LODGE

–

ASCOT/CHELTENHAM (COMBINED)

–

EPSOM/NEWBURY (COMBINED)

–

ASCOT, CHELTENHAM, NEWBURY OR EPSOM

–

COACH OR SADDLE

–

BRIDLE OR STIRRUP

–

SADDLE OR CARRIAGE

–

PRINCE OF WALES

–

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ADDRESS 60 CARLISLE ROAD BRADFORD BD8 8BD

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TELEPHONE 01274 223203 WEB WWW.CARLISLEBUSINESSCENTRE.CO.UK

CARLISLE BUSINESS CENTRE Spacious and airy, our recently refurbished Prolegis Suite can play host for up to 200 attendants. With an abundance of natural light and feature lighting installed, the Prolegis Suite will provide the perfect ambience for your event. Combine this with free on-site parking and a warm, welcoming reception area, you can rest assured that you will have everything you need to guarantee your event is a success.

We offer an efficient bookings and customer service team to offer guidance for every step of the way, preparation of your chosen events space, table cloths, flip charts, paper, and pens. Audio/video facilities are readily available, as is free Wi-Fi access. The site is fully disabled accessible, and hosts private, on-site parking, and in-house catering.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

PROLEGIS SUITE

200

–

PROLEGIS SUITE 2

120

–

PROLEGIS SUITE 2

–

ROWNTREE SUITE 1

ROWNTREE SUITE 2

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

120

150

–

100

–

TRAINING ROOM 14 TRAINING ROOM 15

–

TRAINING ROOM 24

–

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ADDRESS MELBOURNE STREET NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE1 2JQ

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TELEPHONE 0191 233 2288 WEB WWW.THECASTLEGATE.CO.UK

CASTLEGATE Originally a power station used to generate electricity to the tram network in Newcastle and Gateshead, CastleGate holds a unique place in the rich history of the city. After extensive refurbishment, it is now an iconic venue for conferences, exhibitions, meetings and training. Conveniently located between the city centre and Quayside, CastleGate offers a wide selection of rooms suitable for business meetings, training classes, seminars and the performing arts. For exhibitions and larger conferences the magnificent Turbine Hall, with its open floor plan and striking 18m-high vaulted ceiling can accommodate up to 500 delegates.

The conference experience is enhanced by the impressive character of the building, wellequipped facilities, unlimited refreshments and the highest quality locally sourced buffets. In addition, CastleGate offers a secure wireless internet connection free to event organisers and their delegates. With clients such as the BBC, Channel 4, Orange and British Airways, you can be assured of first class service. The CastleGate events team pride themselves on a friendly and dedicated approach, doing all they can to ensure every event is an outstanding success.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

TURBINE HALL

500

–

200

250

FOUNDRY ROOM

12.7

2.6

8.1 7.8

TRAMWAYS ROOM

W (M)

9.9

2.7

BREAKOUTS 1-4

15-25

12-25

15-20

15-25

16-24

–

SIMPSON ROOM

130

100

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ADDRESS TRINITY STREET CHESTER CH1 2BD

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TELEPHONE 01244 899988 WEB WWW.CROWNEPLAZA.COM/CHESTER

CROWNE PLAZA CHESTER Crowne Plaza Chester is ideally located in the heart of Chester City Centre and is the number one choice for all business needs. With 160 bedrooms and 11 meeting and functions rooms it is the perfect venue for any conference meeting or event.

In addition, the Chester Crowne Plaza has its own indoor pool, gym, sauna and spa. Alternatively, the Stables Bar and Grill is a more relaxing way to end the day.

In addition to a purpose built meeting centre with smaller boardroom style rooms, the Crowne Plaza has various larger meeting and event rooms. The largest room being the Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Suite, which can accommodate 600 delegates with further options of surrounding break out and syndicate rooms, perfect for bigger events, exhibitions, or larger social events. Event services also include a dedicated Crowne Plaza Meetings Director, workbase and business support services together with a dedicated AV on-site specialist.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

KINGS SUITE

600

250

100

110

272

360

24.0

4.0

16.0

CHARLES I

300

144

12.1

4.0

16.0

EDWARD I

300

144

12.1

4.0

16.0

MALPAS

9.7

3.2

8.9

CHRISTLETON

7.3

3.2

5.3

PRINCE OF WALES SUITE

150

144

13.2

2.9

12.2

CORNWALL

12.2

2.9

6.8

ROTHESAY

12.2

2.9

6.8

CHESTER SUITE

300

108

12.2

3.5

11.0

ROODEE

100

9.8

2.7

7.9

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ADDRESS THE STRAND DERBY DE1 1BS

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TELEPHONE 01332 641901 WEB WWW.DERBYMUSEUMS.ORG

DERBY MUSEUMS Derby Museums is a source of innovation and inspiration, let this rub off on you and your guests when you hire a venue within Derby Museums to hold your event. We have a range of spaces to choose from including our atmospheric Joseph Wright Gallery, home to the world’s largest collection of paintings by Derby born painter Joseph Wright or The Silk Mill, which is the site of the world’s first factory. There is a venue here at Derby Museums to suit everyone’s needs whether it is our Learning Suite for an activity session or even the whole museum for a corporate event, we will help you choose what is right for you.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

MAIN SPACE

150

100

–

THE BLUE ROOM

–

JOSEPH WRIGHT GALLERY

100

–

ACTIVITY ROOM

GALLERY 1

150

GALLERY 2

100

INSPIRED BY NATURE

100

PICKFORD’S HOUSE

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

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ADDRESS BENNETHORPE DONCASTER DN2 6AD

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TELEPHONE 01302 361371 WEB WWW.THEEARL.CO.UK

THE EARL OF DONCASTER HOTEL The Earl of Doncaster Hotel is a four star art deco venue in South Yorkshire, offering a stylish and unique option for your event. Our facilities can accommodate anything from a meeting for 2 up to a conference for 350 delegates. The Earls Conferencing team will guide you through booking and planning, ensuring everything runs smoothly. On the day we can provide a range of office support facilities and equipment, including photocopying, projectors and secretarial support. With an on-site Restaurant we have an experienced Kitchen serving a selection of menus, including buffets, sit down meals and working lunches.

Both our 24 hour and day delegate offerings are tailored to suite your needs. For 24 hour delegate packages, available Monday to Sunday, we can offer up to 73 unique Bedrooms. This includes a number of spacious Junior Suites. We are easily accessible from the A1 and M18, and by train on the East Coast Main Line. Located within walking distance from Doncaster Centre, and with free Wi-Fi and on-site parking, call us to see how we can meet your businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

THE BALLROOM

350

100

RIPPON AND WETHERBY SUITE

CONCORDE SUITE

H (M)

W (M)

100

120

180

20.5

10.4

5.9

2.4

13.6

9.5

3.04

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ADDRESS TALBOT ROAD OLD TRAFFORD MANCHESTER M16 0PX

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TELEPHONE 0161 282 4020 WEB WWW.LCCC.CO.UK

EMIRATES OLD TRAFFORD Emirates Old Trafford is an award winning conference and events venue, encapsulating state of the art facilities, customisable space and the finest traditions of modern cricket. The venue provides an inspirational and unique setting for exhibitions, conferences, meetings, dinners, parties and more. With venue space for 10 to 1200 we have the capacity to host your event, whether you are looking to hold a trade exhibition, annual conference, a team meeting or an award dinner we have the space for you.

MEETING ROOM

Not just one of the UK’s leading international cricket venues; redevelopment has led to a new era offering award winning facilities not available elsewhere. Construction of the Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford is expected to begin later this year, before the hotel welcomes its first guests in Spring 2017. The accommodation will complement the impressive state of the art conference and event facilities already offered. As winners of the Gold Business Tourism award from the Visit England Awards 2014, the highest accolade in business tourism, you can expect your event to be iconic and memorable.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE PLAYER'S LOUNGE

–

9.3

2.5

7.6

MEMBERS SUITE

180

–

240

–

THE PRESS GALLERY

120

8.9

2.5

14.45

WILLIAMS BMW SUITE

12.5

2.4

7.8

BROWN SHIPLEY CLUB SUITE

8.8

2.4

7.6

1864 SUITE

200

108

120

200

20.5

3.4

10.5

1864 LOUNGE

–

6.3

3.4

5.9

BOARD ROOM

–

8.6

3.4

5.9

EXECUTIVE BOX 1

–

9.2

4.0

2.7

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ADDRESS PHOENIX WAY MANCHESTER M41 7TB

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TELEPHONE 0161 871 8304 WEB WWW.EVENTCITY.CO.UK

EVENTCITY As the second largest venue outside of London, EventCity has a total of 28,000 sqm of space over four halls. We enjoy quick access to Manchester’s motorway links, we’re a major hub on the national rail network and we’re just 20 minutes from Manchester International Airport. Once you get here you can benefit from over 3,000 free car parking spaces and 1,000 hotel rooms nearby. We are located at Trafford City which includes hundreds of shops, restaurants, a golf driving range and for the more adventurous we have indoor skydiving at Airkix and indoor skiing at The Chill Factore for you and your delegates.

MEETING ROOM

We’ve taken 5,850 sqm of our space and turned it into a cutting edge conference and dining facility. Then we partnered with one of the UK’s leading catering companies, Smart Hospitality, to deliver an exceptional experience. We offer a full turnkey package including star cloth walls, a zoned sound system, LED colour wash, cable dimming system, pin spot lights and a rigging system. The space can be subdivided to offer break-out spaces, seminar halls, exhibition space and catering areas all in one place. For more information contact: Joanne Battersby Sales Manager JBattersby@eventcity.co.uk 0161 871 8304

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

2500

–

850

2200

–

6.0

–

HALL 2

2000

–

800

1800

–

6.0

–

HALL 3

12000

–

4500

10000

–

8.5

–

EC4

5000

–

1800

4500

–

6.0

–

HALL 1

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ADDRESS 6 MOUNT STREET MANCHESTER M2 5NS

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TELEPHONE 0161 834 5797 WEB WWW.MEETINGHOUSEMANCHESTER.CO.UK

FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE MANCHESTER We are a warm, friendly and professional conference venue in the heart of Manchester City Centre. We offer a range of meeting rooms and conferencing facilities, from an intimate meeting space to a hall that can seat 400 people with a suite of breakout rooms. Our building is unique and offers a peaceful and relaxing space. Our rooms boast high ceilings and large windows flooding the spaces with natural light and providing a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

MEETING ROOM

If you’re searching for somewhere to hold your meeting, training, performance, conference or event we might just have the space for you. We offer a range of facilities and services to make your event run like clockwork. We are a not for profit organisation, and so any surplus we make from the hire of our buildings and services goes to supporting an array of charitable causes supported by our local Quaker community. We also only provide Fairtrade and ethically sourced refreshments, recycle all of our waste and work to offer meeting and conferencing facilities within a building that has a reduced carbon footprint.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

MAIN HALL (WITH BALCONY)

400

–

MAIN HALL (FLOOR ONLY)

200

–

F11

–

F12

–

F13

–

UPPER HALL

116

–

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ADDRESS NORTH PROMENADE BLACKPOOL FY1 2JQ

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TELEPHONE 01253 623 434 WEB WWW.BLACKPOOL.HILTON.COM

HILTON BLACKPOOL Located on the town’s famous promenade, Hilton Blackpool overlooks the Irish Sea and is close to a host of top attractions. With the world-renowned Pleasure Beach nearby, great transport links and a wealth of professional services and facilities on offer, the hotel is perfect for both business and leisure travellers alike. Make the most of our state-of-the-art meetings and events facilities. Benefit from professional services in each of our spacious purpose-built meeting rooms.

MEETING ROOM

The Hotel has 11 flexible meeting spaces which can accommodate from 10 to 800 delegates. It also offers 274 guest rooms, on site car parking and high speed wireless internet which is complimentary in public areas. In addition to the flexible menu choices available in the meeting packages, the Promenade Restaurant offers a contemporary and modern dining experience, while the welcoming lounge bar serves a wide range of drinks from all over the world.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

ROYAL SUITE

626

344

–

390

650

22.8

4.7

W (M) 25.7

BUCKINGHAM

200

160

–

180

308

13.3

4.7

22.8

BALMORAL

320

170

–

144

308

12.4

4.7

22.8

QUEENS SUITE

300

175

–

180

288

13.3

SANDRINGHAM

160

100

–

110

120

13.7

13.3

WINDSOR

100

–

10.3

11.2

LANCASTER SUITE

200

100

–

150

216

21.6

3.3

NEVILLE

–

3.3

6.7

MORTIMER

–

3.3

7.2

BEAUFORT

–

3.3

7.7

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ADDRESS 303 DEANSGATE MANCHESTER M3 4LQ

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TELEPHONE 0161 870 1666 WEB WWW.HILTON.CO.UK/MANCHESTERDEANSGATE

HILTON MANCHESTER DEANSGATE Hilton Manchester Deansgate is renowned as one of the most exclusive conference and event venues in the city. Combining creativity, gastronomic flair, and the ability to rise to any occasion, we provide the space, style and personalised service that you want and expect. From grandiose galas and meticulous meetings to private parties, weddings, and social soirees, your special occasion is our main event.

Whichever venue you choose we promise to bring you creative planning, attention to detail, distinctive services, and first-class catering to ensure an unforgettable celebration or successful conference.

The hotel features 20, 409 sq. ft. of versatile function space, including the Deansgate suite for up to 600 guests, divisible into three unique spaces; eleven striking meeting rooms which offer natural daylight, ultimate flexibility and space for up to 90 delegates; a boardroom with floor to ceiling windows for up to 40 delegates; and catering menus, AV equipment, WiFi and business centre available.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

DEANSGATE SUITE

600

320

–

450

600

17.0

7.0

34.8

DEANSGATE SUITE 1

200

120

100

180

17.0

7.0

10.8

DEANSGATE SUITE 2

200

120

100

180

17.0

7.0

12.2

DEANSGATE SUITE 3

200

120

100

180

17.0

7.0

11.6

BOARDROOM

–

10.8

3.0

3.5

MEETING ROOM 1

–

3.9

3.1

6.6

MEETING ROOM 2

–

4.0

3.1

6.9

MEETING ROOM 3

–

4.0

3.1

6.9

MEETING ROOM 4

–

4.0

3.1

6.9

MEETING ROOM 5

–

4.2

3.1

6.0

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 53

ADDRESS HIGH ROAD WARMSWORTH DONCASTER DN4 9UX

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TELEPHONE 01302 799933 WEB WW.HOLIDAYINN.COM/HIDONCASTER

HOLIDAY INN DONCASTER Set in its own picturesque, walled grounds and just a short drive from the A1(M) and M18 motorways. The Holiday Inn Doncaster offers a unique venue for your next conference, meeting or event. The Hotel features two self-contained meeting centres with rooms that can hold up to 300 delegates. The 300 year old grade II listed manor house, Warmsworth Hall, still retains its original features and plays host to eight rooms. While the modern complex has a selection of five rooms of varying size.

102 contemporary bedrooms, providing tea & coffee making facilities, trouser press, hair dryer and other amenities including full use of the Leisure Facilities including Indoor heated swimming pool, fully equipped gym sauna and spa. The hotel offers vast car parking with over 250 complimentary spaces for delegates and guests. Dining is available in the Restaurant, Preludes Bar, or Private Dining.

Conferences will receive a dedicated Conference host, work base secretarial and business support services and receive a seal of Assurance Conference guarantee. All meeting rooms have stationary toolkits, and the Conference Café is available for all delegates, with Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

MANOR 1

200

100

13.4

3.2

MANOR 2

100

7.9

3.2

MANOR SUITE

300

200

–

180

200

21.3

3.2

ST LEDGER

12.2

2.7

6.8

CONISBOROUGH

–

6.7

2.6

6.0

CUSWORTH SUITE

–

10.0

2.7

5.2

MEETING ROOMS

–

10.5

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 55

ADDRESS QUAY WEST TRAFFORD WHARF ROAD MANCHESTER M17 1TZ

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TELEPHONE 0161 836 4032 WEB WWW.IWM.ORG.UK/COMMERCIAL/VENUE-HIRE/IWM-NORTH

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH IWM North is situated on The Quays at the cultural heart of Media City UK, the home of BBC North and ITV and next door to the Coronation Street Studios. Designed by world-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind, IWM North is remarkable. The building is innovative and inspiring, and within the striking, aluminium-clad structure you will find a venue that is equally as stunning. IWM North is suitable for all types of events including Conferences, Dinners, Awards Dinners, Receptions, Product Launches, Summer Parties and Christmas Parties. Our experienced events team will work with you to create a bespoke event and help you mark your occasion with delectable menus from our exclusive in-house caterers, Levy Restaurants.

MEETING ROOM MAIN EXHIBITION SPACE HARRIER AREA

The award-winning Big Picture Show system will immerse your delegates in a truly remarkable and unforgettable digital display. Our 360 degree digital projection enables you to project videos and images on 22 x 10 metre high digital screens providing the ultimate creation for branding and theming. IWM North also boasts a beautiful quay side which is available for drinks receptions and BBQs for summer parties. IWM North is also available to hire for exclusive Christmas parties. Christmas packages include the spectacular Winter Wonderland animated digital theme with the option to create a bespoke theme also – examples include ‘Nania’, ‘Après Ski Village’ and ‘Alice in Winterland’.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

300

200

300

–

WATERSHARD CAFÉ

150

–

LIBESKIND ROOM 1

–

LIBESKIND ROOM 2

–

LIBESKIND ROOMS (1 & 2 COMBINED)

120

–

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 57

ADDRESS KILNWICK PERCY POCKLINGTON YO42 1UF

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TELEPHONE 01759 303090 WEB WWW.THEKP.CO.UK

THE KP Whether you want a formal conference room setting for an ‘away day’, or you wish to engage your delegates in team building exercises and outdoor activities. The KP in Pocklington has luxury lodges, championship golf course, first class meeting facilities, and a range of quirky team building challenges to create the perfect backdrop for your business’ away day.

MEETING ROOM CONFERENCE SUITE

Our ethos is that business need not be dull. So we strive to use everything at our disposal to make our corporate events different and memorable. Whether it’s holding a meeting in a deluxe lodge and hiring a private chef, theatre style conference or organising a golf competition, it’s all about creating a bespoke package for each booking. Our conference suites are fully air conditioned with a large amount of natural light, and views overlooking the Yorkshire Wolds, perfect for anything from a meeting of 5 to a conference for 130 delegates.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

100

130

120

–

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 59

ADDRESS LANCASTER ROAD DUNSTON GATESHEAD TYNE & WEAR NE11 9JR

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TELEPHONE 0191 460 5353 WEB WWW.THELANCASTRIANSUITE.COM

THE LANCASTRIAN

CONFERENCE AND BANQUETING CENTRE The Lancastrian Conference and Banqueting Centre is home to one of the largest capacity banqueting suites in the North East, and specialises in large scale Corporate Events, Conferences, Sporting Dinners, Exhibition Trade Shows, Charity Events, Weddings and Asian Weddings alongside a strong calendar of Public Party Events and Christmas Party Nights.

Conveniently close to Newcastle – Gateshead, and located just off the A1 Western Bypass, with Newcastle City Centre just a five minute journey by car, Newcastle International Airport just 20 minutes by car and 300 free on site car parking spaces however your delegates choose to travel, The Lancastrian Suite is easily accessible from the city centre.

With 13 Conference and Banqueting Suites in total, including 4 larger suites which hold between 40 and 1000 guests and nine Boardrooms, some of which are interlinked for syndicate use, individual hire, or smaller more intimate meetings you can create your own unique event.

With a flexible approach, tailor-made packages, first class catering services and an experienced events team, you can be certain that the Lancastrian Suite Conference and Banqueting Centre, will ensure the success of your event, whatever the occasion.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

LANCASTRIAN SUITE

750

144

–

384

580

19.5

10.7

27.4

NORTHUMBRIAN SUITE

200

170

10.7

3.0

23.8

RAMSIDE SUITE

100

10.7

3.4

7.0

BOARD DINING ROOM 9

9.8

3.0

6.7

BOARDROOM 5

8.5

3.0

4.6

BOARDROOM 6

7.3

3.0

4.9

BOARDROOM 7

120

10.7

3.4

7.6

BOARDROOM 8

7.6

3.4

6.7

SUITES 1-4

8.5

3.0

4.6

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 61

ADDRESS 114 MOUNT PLEASANT LIVERPOOL L3 5SR

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TELEPHONE 0151 709 9125 WEB WWW.LMI.ORG.UK

LMI CONFERENCE CENTRE Impress your guests and give your event a ‘wow factor’ with our magnificent Grade II Listed neoclassical venue. The LMI Conference Centre provides a sumptuous but professional setting, combining unique historical ambience with modern event facilities. The building, dating from 1837, is beautifully designed, full of interesting exhibits, and steeped in fascinating history. We take the stress out of event organization: our experienced and dedicated events team will ensure your event goes smoothly from booking to billing, and our audio-visual experts can be on hand to take away your tech headache. Choose one of our delegate packages for an easy, inclusive option, or tailor your event piece by piece for the perfect fit (excellent value for those on a budget). We have a range of gorgeous rooms with a size and layout to suit most small to medium sized events. The unique building boasts a stunning Victorian lecture theatre and oak MEETING ROOM

panelled board room, together with two modern seminar rooms, all of which are accessible and fully equipped with audio-visual equipment, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and natural light or blackout facility. Additional features include a fully licensed bar and gorgeous catering/ exhibition areas with impressive ceiling domes. Our caterers bring a personal touch with their freshly prepared food, sourced from local suppliers. The mouth-watering menus range from simple soup and sandwich lunches through to delicious hot buffets, formal seated banquets and drinks receptions. Menus can be individually tailored for your event and special dietary requirements can be provided for. LMI offers a convenient city centre location close to many reputable hotels, restaurants and attractions, with excellent transport links. Contact us today to find out more or arrange a viewing.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

120

–

12.6

6.9

10.8

WOLFSON ROOM

–

9.5

2.6

5.9

CECIL GRAY ROOM

–

9.3

2.6

5.3

COUNCIL ROOM

–

8.8

3.7

7.2

PRESIDENT’S ROOM

–

4.9

3.6

3.8

DINING ROOM

–

7.3

3.9

6.1

GALLERY

–

13.0

3.9

4.9

OAK STUDY

–

6.5

3.9

7.2

BAR

–

7.5

3.9

2.8

LECTURE THEATRE

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 63

ADDRESS HALE ROAD HALE BARNS MANCHESTER WA15 8XW

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TELEPHONE 0161 904 0301 WEB WWW.MARRIOTT.CO.UK/MANAP

MANCHESTER AIRPORT MARRIOTT HOTEL The Manchester Airport Marriott is located directly of Junction 6 of the M56. The hotel has 215 bedrooms, extensive leisure and spa facilities and conference facilities that can cater up to 140 theatre style. With car parking for over 400 cars, this hotel is an ideal choice for day delegate training events and meetings.

• 9 Meeting rooms • Max capacity 250 • 158 Beds • 200 Parking spaces • Nearest motorway M60 • Nearest airport Manchester Airport

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CHESHIRE SUITE

150

140

16.7

3.1

12.3

MERE ROOM

9.5

3.1

12.3

HALE ROOM

7.2

3.1

12.3

CHELTENHAM ROOM

100

17.0

2.7

13.1

STABLE ROOM

12.9

2.5

6.4

ROSEWOOD ROOM

10.2

2.3

8.3

HAWTHORN ROOM

–

7.0

2.3

3.3

SYCAMORE ROOM

–

6.0

2.3

6.8

OAK ROOM

–

6.0

2.3

6.8

BIRCH ROOM

–

6.2

2.3

5.0

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 65

ADDRESS PETERSFIELD MANCHESTER M2 3GX

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TELEPHONE 0161 834 2700 WEB WWW.MANCHESTERCENTRAL.CO.UK

MANCHESTER CENTRAL An iconic convention centre

Why Manchester Central?

Manchester Central is an award-winning venue in the heart of one of Europe’s most vibrant cities. Its vaulted arches and station clock have made Manchester Central an iconic city feature for over 130 years. With the capacity to handle intimate corporate functions and large-scale conferences and exhibitions, the historic architecture and state of the art facilities provide the perfect venue for some of the world’s leading events.

• Over 23,000 square metres of flexible space, for 40 to over 10,000 delegates

Our facilities include: the purpose-built 804-seat Exchange Auditorium; the 1800m² exhibition, conference or 1200-capacity dining space Exchange Hall; the 10,000m² column-free and divisible Central Hall and a range of smaller stateof-the-art conference and meeting rooms. MEETING ROOM

• Four separate entrances to ensure exclusivity for your event • Over 2,500 bedrooms within a 5 minute walk and 7,500 across the wider city • Just 20 minutes from Manchester Airport and just over 2hrs by train to London and 1hr 30 from Birmingham • At the heart of Manchester’s multi-modal transport network • Free Wi-Fi for all

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

10000

–

2400

4000

–

26.38

–

CENTRAL 3-4 COMBINED (DIVISIBLE)

140

–

3.37

–

CENTRAL 5, 6, 7 COMBINED (DIVISIBLE)

170

–

100

–

3.46

–

CENTRAL 8

–

3.46

–

EXCHANGE AUDITORIUM

804

–

EXCHANGE HALL

1600

–

480

1200

–

7.8

–

EXCHANGE ROOM 1

–

3.29

–

EXCHANGE 8, 9 & 10 (DIVISIBLE)

400

–

150

270

–

3.47

–

CHARTER 1, 2, 3 COMBINED (DIVISIBLE)

800

–

240

510

–

4.89

–

COBDEN 1, 2, 3, 4 COMBINED (DIVISIBLE)

341

–

102

160

–

3.18

–

CENTRAL HALL (1 AND 2 COMBINED)

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 67

MANCHESTER CENTRAL LIBRARY ADDRESS ST PETERS SQUARE MANCHESTER M2 5PD

TELEPHONE 0161 827 7661

Manchester’s most exclusive meeting and event spaces at the centre of the city.

Why Central Library?

The balance of open space and original furniture within the Central Library rooms creates a truly inspirational backdrop to any corporate event. Steeped in heritage and bathed in natural light, these rooms provide a truly individual setting to any business meeting.

• An iconic Manchester building opened in 1934

• Free Wi-Fi

• Located adjacent to the Grade I listed Town Hall Manchester

• Day delegate rates available from £30 per person

The Committee Room, featuring the names of key figures in Central Library’s history scribed on the heritage panelled walls, and the Chief Librarian’s Office, the most distinct of all rooms at Central Library, are both perfect for intimate business meetings and private dinners. If you are looking for an adaptable space to suit your event, our contemporary Meeting Rooms are flexible and can be booked individually or combined. Again, these spaces are perfect for both business meetings and private dinners. This Grade II listed building is easily accessible by Manchester’s multi-modal transport network, with every amenity on its doorstep. Let this unique architectural masterpiece inspire your most forward thinking minds.

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WEB WWW.MANCHESTER.GOV.UK/CENTRALLIBRARY

• Easily accessible by Manchester’s multi-modal transport network • Where heritage features meet cutting edge style

THE TOWN HALL MANCHESTER ADDRESS ALBERT SQUARE MANCHESTER M2 5DB

TELEPHONE 0161 827 7661

Your meeting at the heart of the city

Why the Town Hall Manchester?

Offering the perfect balance of prestige and practicality, the Town Hall Manchester provides the ultimate backdrop to any business event.

• Iconic grandeur, flexible elegance and inviting decadence

Alfred Waterhouse’s design is regarded as one of the finest examples of Neo-gothic architecture and with overwhelming character in every space; these ceremonial surrounds offer a true sense of Manchester befitting to any event.

• At the heart of the city and close to all amenities

WEB WWW.MANCHESTER.GOV.UK/TOWNHALL

• Grade I listed with overwhelming character

• Free Wi-Fi • Day delegate rates available from £30 per person

The Town Hall Manchester’s suite of rooms is suitable to host small meetings, conferences, drinks receptions or banquets. At the heart of the city, the Grade I listed building is easily accessible by Manchester’s multi-modal transport network, with every amenity on its doorstep. Be inspired where great minds have met.

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 69

ADDRESS WESTON BUILDING SACKVILLE STREET MANCHESTER M1 3BB

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TELEPHONE 0161 955 8181 WEB WWW.MANCHESTERCONFERENCECENTRE.CO.UK

MANCHESTER CONFERENCE CENTRE With a diverse collection of 18 meeting rooms including two tiered lecture theatres, and a large exhibition space, Manchester Conference Centre is the leading venue for conferences and events in Manchester. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the bustling metropolitan city, Manchester Conference Centre is close to all the action and is located just a ten minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station and the Metrolink.

In addition to the versatile conference facilities, Manchester Conference Centre also boasts 117 hotel bedrooms, offering the perfect place to kick-back, relax and catch up on a few emails after a long day in the boardroom. All bedrooms are perfectly equipped with super cosy duvets, fluffy towels, tea and coffee making facilities, generous desk space and flat screen televisions; and with free Wi-Fi you’ll be continuously connected throughout your stay.

Each of our conference rooms is decked out with all the mod cons, including state-of-theart AV technology, free Wi-Fi and flip charts. Our dedicated, professional conference team strive for excellence in everything they do and go all out to make sure your conference, event, or exhibition runs like clockwork.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

PIONEER THEATRE

280

–

16.1

3.7

12.4

COTTON THEATRE

120

–

12.2

3.7

9.4

PIONEER ROOM

270

105

120

18.0

4.6

14.4

LEADER SUITE

100

10.9

2.7

8.9

ADAMSON SUITE

4.1

3.4

5.8

EDGERTON SUITE

6.9

4.8

7.3

CONFERENCE ROOM 1

9.4

2.4

6.2

CONFERENCE ROOM 2

7.1

2.4

4.8

CONFERENCE ROOM 3

6.4

2.4

4.6

CONFERENCE ROOM 4

6.4

2.4

4.7

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 71

ADDRESS WATER STREET MANCHESTER M3 4JQ

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TELEPHONE 0161 832 1188 WEB WWW.MARRIOTT.COM

THE MANCHESTER VICTORIA & ALBERT HOTEL The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert hotel offers a warm hospitality in the heart of the city. Blending historic detail with contemporary flair, this former Victorian warehouse sets the scene for clear thinking and relaxation. But that inner city vibe is never far away – we’re located just minutes from Spinningfields, Manchester Central, and Deansgate and close to the motorway and Manchester’s two main train stations.

The V&A Hotel combines cutting-edge technology with complete relaxation. Here the energy of the city meets a serene setting on the banks of the river Irwell. Our banquet rooms seat up to 240 guests and can be adapted for a wide range of uses. To enhance your event, we’ll design working lunches, creative buffets and mouth-watering menus to satisfy every taste and appetite.

Choose from our nine conference suites, meeting rooms and boardrooms, carefully designed to accommodate the most spectacular or intimate events. With our experienced service and expert support, you’re free to focus on the things that truly matter-honing your business strategy, making crucial marketing decisions, meeting new clients or celebrating recent achievements.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

JLB SUITE WHOLE

240

140

–

240

19.8

2.7

17.0

JLB 1

–

11.5

2.7

5.6

JLB 2

–

11.5

2.7

7.0

JLB 3

–

11.5

2.7

7.0

JLB 4

–

11.5

2.7

5.6

BOARDROOM

–

23.5

2.4

4.6

IRWELL

–

20.7

2.4

3.4

VICTORIA

–

59.3

2.4

8.0

ALBERT

–

20.5

2.1

3.4

1844

–

39.5

2.1

5.2

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 73

ADDRESS BLACKBURN ROAD CLAYTON LE MOORS BLACKBURN BB5 5JP

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TELEPHONE 01254 303401 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

MERCURE BLACKBURN

DUNKENHALGH HOTEL & SPA With its original turrets, porticoes, and woodpanelled rooms, the 700 year-old building that is home to Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa evokes memories of a bygone age, combining with its modern facilities make it one of Lancashire’s most unique venues. With a purpose-built state-of-the-art conference centre with six air conditioned and flexible meeting rooms, plus a further eight conference suites in the main building, the hotel can cater for all types of meetings and events for up to 400 delegates. All rooms feature modern technology and complimentary Wi-Fi, and benefit from natural light while others boast garden or terrace access, bars and private facilities. The extensive grounds are also the perfect setting for team building activities.

Guests to the hotel can also enjoy comfortable accommodation in one of the hotel’s 175 bedrooms while taking advantage of the hotel’s extensive facilities include the Cameo Restaurant and bar plus on-site spa and leisure facilities. With 380 car parking spaces and easy access to the major motorway network this really is the perfect venue in Lancashire.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

PENDLE SUITE

400

200

100

200

350

27.4

4.4

13.5

TOWNELEY SUITE

180

150

18.6

3.0

9.4

DUNKLAW & GARDEN ROOMS

9.7

4.4

5.9

PORTRAIT ROOM

7.1

4.4

6.0

OAK ROOM

–

5.7

3.3

5.5

WOODLANDS SUITE

15.6

2.4

13.8

BOARDROOM 1 & 2

–

7.8

2.4

6.9

BOARDROOM 3

–

9.2

2.4

7.8

BOARDROOM 4

–

7.9

2.4

7.8

BOARDROOM 5

–

7.9

2.4

3.7

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 75

ADDRESS HOSPITAL ROAD BROMLEY CLOSE BOLTON BL7 9PZ

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TELEPHONE 01204 873500 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

MERCURE LAST DROP VILLAGE HOTEL & SPA Mercure Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa is a traditional hotel developed from an 18th century farmhouse with cobbled streets and quaint village shops all set in 16 acres of landscaped grounds on the fringes of the Pennine Moors. Mercure Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa is perfect for all your conference and event needs whether a one-to-one meeting or a large conference for up to 700 delegates, with open space to incorporate team building events.

The Mercure Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa has all the facilities you could need: 128 en-suite bedrooms, 14 meeting rooms, six bars, and one restaurant. We have a “unique street”, 18m Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Rooms, Tanning Room, Fitness Centre & Gym, and a spa with eight treatment rooms We also offer indoor team building and outdoor team building, and there is a golf course located nearby. We are located just 10 minutes from Bolton Train Station, 30 minutes from Manchester airport and 15 minutes from the M6, M60, and M65. Complimentary on-site parking is available.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

PENNINE SUITE

700

300

100

–

475

14.0

3.5

19.6

HOLOCOMBE SUITE

370

160

–

250

14.0

3.5

19.6

FIRWOOD SUITE

290

130

–

200

11.3

3.5

19.6

PENNY FARTHING

200

–

200

19.5

2.3

9.0

DEMDYKE SUITE

100

–

100

11.5

2.4

8.0

MIMOSA SUITE

–

9.1

2.5

6.1

HALFPENNY SUITE

–

11.2

2.1

7.2

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 77

ADDRESS PORTLAND STREET MANCHESTER M1 4PH

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TELEPHONE 0844 815 9024 WEB WWW.MERCUREMANCHESTER.CO.UK

MERCURE MANCHESTER PICCADILLY HOTEL Overlooking Piccadilly Gardens, this 280 bedroomed hotel is situated right in the heart of the city centre, making it the perfect location to discover one of the liveliest cities of the North. Home to the International Suite, one of Manchester’s largest and versatile venues with capacity of 800 delegates. The suite offers natural daylight, fixed stage, climate control, six metre ceiling height, and complimentary high speed Wi-Fi, and is perfect for any event. A further nine meeting rooms complement this flexible space all with natural daylight, complimentary high speed Wi-Fi access and air conditioning. All rooms come equipped with LCD projector and screen.

MEETING ROOM

Our commitment to quality means we take care of every detail for your meeting – from ensuring that individual objectives are realised, to offering a menu that perfectly suits everyone’s tastes. Your dedicated meeting planner will help organise every aspect of your day: they’ll ask the right questions to find out what’s important to you. There is secure on-site parking for up to 80 vehicles (chargeable). The hotel is 10 minutes from the main motorway links, a five minute walk from Piccadilly Railway Station and nine miles from Manchester Airport.

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350

414

650

39.0

6.4

21.0

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100

15.0

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130

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100

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7.6

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7.6

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7.0

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10.0

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100

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 79

ADDRESS 119 NORFOLK STREET SHEFFIELD S1 2JE

80 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01142 782070 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

MERCURE SHEFFIELD ST PAULS HOTEL & SPA The 4-star Mercure Sheffield St Paul’s Hotel and Spa has recently completed refurbishing all 163 guest rooms and public areas. The hotel has great transport links, with Sheffield train station only 8 minutes’ walk away and the M1 J33 is just 6 miles from the hotel. Mercure St Paul’s boasts 10 flexible function suites, catering for up to 600 delegates in the Heart of the City. Delegates are provided with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, and residents are welcome to make use of the complimentary leisure facilities, including an 18m swimming pool, fully equipped gym, thermal areas including the aromatherapy steam room, sauna, and refreshing Arctic rain shower.

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The Champagne Bar & outdoor terrace are available for coffee by day and something stronger in the evening, and The Yard restaurant serving modern British cuisine overlooks the Winter Garden, Europe’s largest greenhouse, providing an unforgettable backdrop. The events team are available to make your vision come into fruition, whether you’re hosting an interview for two or a banquet for 330 guests.

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200

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200

100

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200

100

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 81

ADDRESS CAPHOUSE COLLIERY NEW ROAD OVERTON WF4 4RH

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TELEPHONE 01924 844581 WEB WWW.NCM.ORG.UK/HIRE

NATIONAL COAL MINING MUSEUM FOR ENGLAND Here at the National Coal Mining Museum we offer a venue with a difference, put down your briefcase and don a hard-hat for a unique tour with a real miner and make your meeting one to remember. Where else can delegates delve 140m underground – the height of Blackpool Tower! Our daily delegate rate offers a whole range of extras to help you ‘Get Down to Work’, from our superb private underground tour to discovering the life, history, and culture of coal mining through our exhibitions. What a great way to inspire and energise your team.

We strive to give our clients the best possible value for money. Our DDR includes: room hire, refreshments through the day and a good old Yorkshire lunch, an extensive range of Audio Visual equipment, laptops, flipcharts, pads, and pens. All delegates also have access to Wi-Fi and free parking for over 200 cars! Our on-site caterers, Asparagus Green, offer private celebration event packages at weekends and evenings inclusive of venue hire.

Delegates can take time out and stroll around our beautiful 45 acre site, meet our friendly pit ponies, or discover the nature trail and all of its inhabitants.

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160

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12.6

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DENBY GRANGE

12.6

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12.6

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120

130

12.6

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11.5

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 83

ADDRESS 107 OLD HALL STREET LIVERPOOL L3 9BD

84 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0151 966 1500 WEB WWW.RADISSONBLU.CO.UK/HOTEL-LIVERPOOL

RADISSON BLU HOTEL LIVERPOOL Radisson Blu Hotel Liverpool features striking interiors with 194 uniquely designed guest rooms and suites. Dining options include Italian-infused cuisine at the Filini restaurant and contemporary drinks and snacks in The White Bar. ARK Health and Fitness provides an extensive gym, swimming pool with sauna and steam room and indulgent spa treatments. Situated on the exclusive first floor of the hotel, all nine meeting rooms offer generous daylight, air conditioning and free high speed Wi-Fi, your dedicated Red Bar can provide snacks and refreshments throughout the day for all delegates. Our Kings suite hosts meetings for up to 180 people or dinners for up to 140 and has stunning Mersey River views.

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The introduction of Experience Meetings has welcomed the addition of Brain food, fresh and local, to keep delegates alert and able to gain the most from any event. Our Experience Meetings promise is simple – we offer flexibility, efficiency, and reliability. Every member of staff is trained to greet, treat and serve in a way that exceeds your expectations. Whatever the question, the answer is always Yes I Can!TM

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KINGS 3

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180

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140

–

QUEENS

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SANDON

–

ALBERT

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CANADA

–

CANNING

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WATERLOO

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 85

ADDRESS CHICAGO AVENUE MANCHESTER M90 3RA

86 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0161 490 5000 WEB WWW.RADISSONBLU.COM/HOTEL-MANCHESTERAIRPORT

RADISSON BLU HOTEL MANCHESTER AIRPORT Following a £10m refurbishment, style and sophistication, with some colourful Northern influences provide the perfect backdrop for your next event. Business Class Boardrooms, exclusive lounge, bedrooms & suites, are now available on the hotels top floor, with stunning spaces for executives or VIPs to work or rest. Cool and contemporary are on the menu in either Collage restaurant or little m bar.

With 360 stylish bedrooms the hotel is able to hold large residential conferences and can be meticulously transformed into a beautiful venue for social functions including gala dinners. Location is first class as we’re the only hotel connected to the airport terminals and transport hub via an undercover walkway. You’ll also benefit from our On-site parking and PACE health club.

Our 27 meeting rooms can cater for up to 350 delegates with extensive foyer space for exhibitions, product displays or drinks receptions. The Experience Meetings concept with Brain Food, Food Walls and our innovative new Brain Box room, ensures consistency and high quality for all meetings with 300MB Wi-Fi completely free to all.

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180

250

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120

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SWEDEN SUITE

–

NORWAY SUITE

–

BRUSSELS SUITE

–

MILANO SUITE

–

DUBLIN SUITE

120

–

BEIJING SUITE

–

VIENNA SUITE

–

ROOM 208

–

SCANDINAVIA BALLROOM

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 87

ADDRESS MARINE LAKE THE PROMENADE SOUTHPORT PR9 0DZ

88 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01704 516220 WEB WWW.RAMADAPLAZASOUTHPORT.CO.UK

RAMADA PLAZA SOUTHPORT The Ramada Plaza Hotel offers the finest in luxury style accommodation, the very best in meetings and conference facilities, impeccable service, and fine cuisine, all perfect for your business requirements The Hotel is set in the heart of the town’s glamorous waterfront development. As one of the leading hotels in Merseyside, it boasts the Marine Brasserie – a top Southport restaurant offering mouth-watering menus, a modern fitness suite, four top-class meeting rooms and a lake view function suite catering for up to 220 people.

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All our meeting rooms all have natural daylight and large, wall-mounted LCD televisions for laptop presentations, and we can suit meetings from two to 300 delegates. Free wireless broadband internet access is included, as are direct dial telephones, flipcharts, and a stationery box containing flipchart pens, scissors, a holepunch, staples and more. You will be provided with a designated conference host, and equipment hire (including projectors and screens) can be arranged by the Hotel. Meeting rooms can be hired on a day delegate, 24 hour delegate, or Room Hire basis.

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HESKETH MEETING ROOM 2 & 3

120

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MARINE SUITE

300

150

200

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EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

–

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 89

ADDRESS BLACKFRIARS STREET MANCHESTER M3 2EQ

90 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0161 831 6000 WEB WWW.MARRIOTT.CO.UK

RENAISSANCE MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE HOTEL The Renaissance Manchester is located in the heart of the city, on the corner of Blackfriars Street and Deansgate. The hotel proudly boasts a ballroom that can host 400 theatre or 350 for dinner as well as 10 other medium sized conference rooms. Along with 203 bedrooms and car parking facilities, the Renaissance is an ideal venue for annual conferences, showcase events and large social events and occasions.

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120

150

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220

130

180

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GALILEO SUITE

100

180

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MICHELANGELO SUITE

110

150

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EL GRECO SUITE

6.0

2.8

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RAPHAEL SUITE

6.0

2.8

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 91

ADDRESS THE PROMENADE SOUTHPORT PR9 0DZ

92 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0151 934 2441 WEB WWW.SOUTHPORTTHEATREANDCONVENTIONCENTRE.COM

SOUTHPORT THEATRE AND CONVENTION CENTRE The STCC is one of the North West’s Premier Conference, Exhibition, Banqueting, Wedding and Entertainment venues, all under one roof! Centrally located on Southport’s elegant Promenade, just a short walk from the town’s wide range of accommodation, dining and leisure facilities our location means we’re within easy reach of both Liverpool & Preston. A standout feature of the centre is its ability to transform itself into three, separate, fully self-contained meeting areas for up to 1,600 delegates, as well as one complete convention, exhibition and banqueting venue.

Our venues include the Floral Hall Ballroom, a stunning and immaculately restored 1930’s suite with original Art Deco features, builtin stage and back stage dressing areas; the Waterfront Suite, a contemporary and air conditioned room with approximately 750sqm of flat, multi-use floor space which can be configured into six separate syndicate or private meeting rooms; and the Lakeside Suite, a 200sqm function room with stunning views over Southport Marine Lake that can also be separated into two separate rooms if required.

The STCC’s award winning customer service personnel provide a friendly welcome and efficient service and with multiple bars and catering outlets, offer an extremely professional and enjoyable delegate experience.

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900

400

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400

26.0

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33.7

THEATRE

1600

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17.9 (stage)

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13.4 (stage)

WATERFRONT SUITE

700

480

336

400

25.6

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27.8

VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 93

ADDRESS MASHAM RIPON NORTH YORKS HG4 4JH

94 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01765 680972 WEB WWW.SWINTONPARK.COM

SWINTON PARK Swinton Park is a luxury Castle Hotel in the Yorkshire Dales, set in 200 acres of beautiful Parkland and within the 20,000 acre Swinton Estate. Offering extensive on-site facilities including a cookery school, bird of prey centre, shooting, golf and fishing, we are able to offer tailor made packages which are ideal for corporate events, team building and incentive groups.

Deerhouse, each space offers the splendour of our traditional surroundings and superb location. Exclusive Use is available. Blackout facilities and free Wi-Fi is available. Conveniently located between York, Harrogate and Leeds, what more could you want from your next event venue?

The function rooms at Swinton Park cater for a wide range of events, meetings, dinners and parties. From a traditional board meeting in one of the turret rooms to something a little different such as corporate blue sky thinking on Lake Island or Al Fresco dining in the

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100

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PRIVATE DINING ROOM

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PRIVATE SITTING ROOM

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 95

ADDRESS LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY G31 QUEEN SQUARE HOUSE CITY CAMPUS LEEDS LS2 8NU

96 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0113 8128555 WEB WWW.WELLMETCONFERENCING.COM

WELL MET At Well Met, we like our conferencing smart. That’s why we provide you with a flexible and friendly service that is personalised and all for a clear price and our dedicated conference hosts are on hand to make sure everything’s done your way. You can have your pick from our range of venues – from leafy and historic to stylish and modern – meaning you can find the perfect space for you. Our conference rooms hold up to 350 of your guests in theatre style with free superfast Wi-Fi throughout our sites and AV as standard giving you the freedom to be creative with seminars, presentations and social media during the conference.

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We’re also AIM Gold accredited so you know we’re independently verified to ensure excellent service. Our exciting Executive Chef brings you a wealth of experience from previous role at Bettys and Taylors of Harrogate meaning we can cater for all occasions, from light bites to big buffets and everything in-between. In addition to our 23 year-round en-suite three-star accommodation you can also have up to 3,500 bedrooms over summer making us perfect for residential conferences and summer schools.

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300

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JAMES GRAHAM

350

160

200

23.9

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13.8

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236

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15.5

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14.8

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 97

ADDRESS WORSLEY PARK MANCHESTER M28 2QT

98 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0161 975 2000 WEB WWW.MARRIOTTWORSLEYPARK.CO.UK

WORSLEY PARK MARRIOTT HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB Marriott Worsley Park is perfectly located 5 miles from the City Centre off Junction 13 of the M60. The hotel has spacious grounds ideal for team building and outdoor activities, free car parking for over 200 cars, 158 bedrooms, nine meetings rooms, extensive leisure and fitness facilities and three bars and restaurants. • 9 Meeting rooms • Max capacity 250 • Beds 158 • Parking spaces 200 • Nearest motorway M60 • Nearest airport Manchester Airport

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11.3

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VENUES | NORTH OF ENGLAND 99

ADDRESS VILLA PARK BIRMINGHAM B6 6HE

100 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0800 612 0960 WEB WWW.AVFC.CO.UK

ASTON VILLA FOOTBALL CLUB Villa Park’s reputation as one of the finest sports stadia in the country is enhanced by function rooms and supporting facilities carefully designed for versatility, performance and client satisfaction.

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For either business or private use, our extensive range of high-quality, state-of-the-art amenities is enhanced by exceptional service, award winning catering and a commitment to the highest standards of hospitality.

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250

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200

110

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100

150

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11.0

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2.5

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CORNERFLAG

14.0

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VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 101

ADDRESS STANLEY MATTHEWS WAY STOKE-ON-TRENT ST4 4EG

102 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01782 592233 WEB WWW.STOKECITYFC.COM/CLUB/BRITANNIASTADIUM

BRITANNIA STADIUM A substantial amount of investment in the upgrade of facilities over the past couple of years has enabled the Britannia Stadium to fully utilise its excellent location in the heart of the country, by attracting a wide range of off-the-field events. With executive catering for more than 1,000 people, a variety of function suites to choose from, and a number of large car parks, which can be used for many different purposes including the installation of an 800 square metre marquee, there are a multitude of possibilities to satisfy the needs and budgets of event planners.

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The Tony Waddington Suite is a popular choice for many functions with its capacity to hold up to 350 people banqueting style for dining, as well as even larger events including exhibitions, conferences and other special business occasions. For those seeking to accommodate smaller numbers, there is the nearby Stanley Matthews Lounge and the 1863 Lounge, and The Gordon Banks Suite and Chairman’s Suite on level three, while executive suites on levels two and four are also available to hire as meeting rooms or breakout facilities. The club have a team who specialise in the field of event planning, with the expertise and attention to detail needed to deliver the perfect event.

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120

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5.6

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8.0

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6.7

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VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 103

ADDRESS ASTON UNIVERSITY BIRMINGHAM B4 7ET

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TELEPHONE 0121 204 4300 WEB WWW.CONFERENCEASTON.CO.UK

CONFERENCE ASTON BIRMINGHAM The perfect central location… The Conference Aston hotel and meeting suites are located at the heart of Birmingham City Centre on the green, 60 acre campus of Aston University, with excellent UK transport links.

Built for Business… The purpose built conference hotel and meeting suites offer an exceptional choice of flexible event spaces, with free WiFi throughout.

• 3 train stations within a 10 minute walk

• 163 four star standard hotel rooms

• 5 minutes from M6, Junction 6 • On-site parking and electric charging points • 9 miles/18 minutes from Birmingham Airport The ultimate event space… A dedicated event management team and in-house AV specialists are on hand to ensure every detail is taken care of, making it the first choice for residential conferences, day meetings, training, private dinners, awards, exclusive use, exhibitions, product launches and networking.

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• 30 meeting and syndicate rooms for 2-274 • Banqueting and private dining suites for up to 450 guests • Victorian sports centre and indoor swimming pool It doesn’t end there… From July to September, Conference Aston also offers Aston University’s teaching space and student accommodation, where 70 meeting rooms accommodating up to 650 and 800 ensuite bedrooms are available.

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STEELHOUSE 1 , 2 & 3

201

STAFFORD 1 & 2

STEELHOUSE & STAFFORD SUITE

274

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162

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450

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100

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120

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VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 105

ADDRESS PARADISE CIRCUS BIRMINGHAM B3 3HJ

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TELEPHONE 0121 200 2727 WEB WWW.MILLENNIUMHOTELS.CO.UK/COPTHORNEBIRMINGHAM

COPTHORNE HOTEL BIRMINGHAM The Copthorne Hotel is located in the centre of Birmingham, adjacent to the International Convention Centre and overlooking Centenary Square. The hotel has convenient access to the city centre shops, National Indoor Arena and National Exhibition Centre. For meetings, conferences, product launches, training courses and private occasions, the Copthorne Hotel Birmingham can provide a perfect venue.

Amenities and Services • Concierge • Multilingual staff • Wifi access throughout the hotel • Disabled access • Laundry and dry cleaning services • Safety deposit boxes available at reception • Fitness room with cardiovascular equipment • Car parking facilities include disabled spaces at the front of the hotel (charges apply)

Meetings and Functions • Dedicated meetings and events team • Wifi connectivity and full audio visual • Syndicate and breakout rooms available • Licensed for civil wedding ceremonies • Multifunctional lighting • Many rooms feature natural daylight • Dedicated reception and foyer areas

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130

180

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3.0

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–

3.0

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3.0

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CHAMBERLAIN

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3.0

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SYNDICATES

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3.0

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VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 107

ADDRESS THE WATERFRONT LEVEL STREET BRIERLEY HILL DY5 1UR

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TELEPHONE 01384 482882 WEB WWW.MILLENNIUMHOTELS.CO.UK/COPTHORNEDUDLEY

COPTHORNE HOTEL MERRY HILL – DUDLEY This modern Dudley hotel overlooks the picturesque canal marina and is a short stroll from Merry Hill Shopping Centre. The Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill-Dudley offers spacious guest rooms with contemporary amenities and a friendly service. You have found one of the finest hotels in all of Dudley. For meetings, conferences, product launches, training courses and private occasions, The Copthorne Hotel Merry Hill-Dudley can provide a perfect venue. The air conditioned Earls Suite is a bright conference room that can hold up to 570 guests and has its own bar and cloakroom, and the Caslon Suite is suitable for large board meetings. There are also a further five purpose-built boardrooms for your convenience.

Meetings and Function • Dedicated meeting and events team • Wifi connectivity and full audio visual support • Dedicated foyer and reception areas • Air conditioning • Secretarial services available Amenities & Services • Wifi access throughout the hotel • Safety deposit boxes available at reception • Leisure club facilities include a fitness suite with cardiovascular equipment, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa bath • Laundry and dry cleaning • Disabled access

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100

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190

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3.3

10.0

NEWBOLT

100

–

10.0

3.3

10.0

HACKETT

100

–

10.0

3.3

10.0

–

11.0

3.3

8.0

EARLS SUITE

570

240

–

400

19.0

3.3

22.0

EARLS 1

270

110

–

180

19.0

3.3

11.0

EARLS 2

270

110

–

180

19.0

3.3

11.0

THE BOARDROOMS

–

6.0

3.3

3.0

THE DIXON

–

3.3

–

RECEPTION

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 109

ADDRESS WOLLATON STREET NOTTINGHAM NG1 5RH

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TELEPHONE 01159 369988 WEB WWW.CPNOTTINGHAM.COM

CROWNE PLAZA NOTTINGHAM There are three good reasons to hold your next conference, meeting or event at the Crowne Plaza Nottingham – great hotel, great location, and great transport links. With 20 million people living within two hours travelling distance to the City of Nottingham, you won’t find a better location. With years of experience they are highly experienced in hosting all types of meetings and events, large or small. In a fantastic location in the heart of the UK and with well connected transport links makes it a very easy to reach destination if travelling by train, car or plane. You will find everything you

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need conveniently under one roof, including: 17 meeting rooms, the magnificent Royal Suite that can hold up to 400 delegates theatre style; 210 bedrooms; free Wi-Fi throughout; city centre car parking for 600 cars; a fantastic bar, lounge, and restaurant; and an on-site spa, Urban Escape. Whether you are looking for a day or stay package or something more bespoke, they have everything you might need.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

ROYAL SUITE

400

180

–

220

400

27.1

3.7

W (M) 3.7

REGENT SUITE

–

8.4

2.4

EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

–

7.5

6.2

3.0

HAMPTON

8.3

7.3

2.5

WINDSOR

9.2

5.8

2.5

HIGHGROVE

9.3

8.7

2.5

KENSINGTON

8.4

5.1

2.5

ST JAMES

8.3

5.4

2.5

TALBOT SUITE

100

–

13.3

8.9

2.4

BALORAL SUITE

–

7.6

5.6

2.3

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 111

ADDRESS DRAYTON MANOR PARK AND HOTEL TAMWORTH B78 3TW

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TELEPHONE 01827 255995 WEB WWW.DRAYTONMANOREVENTS.CO.UK

DRAYTON MANOR Set amongst 280 acres of lakes and parkland, Drayton Manor Park and Hotel combines a beautiful setting with spacious conferencing facilities, exciting corporate packages and delicious cuisine.

Its outdoor areas can accommodate marquees and live entertainment and there is even the option to exclusively hire the whole theme park. The venue also offers overnight accommodation in the on-site four star Drayton Manor Hotel.

Whatever your corporate needs, Drayton Manor can offer a comprehensive package to meet them. Whether it’s improving creativity and communication on a team building day, socialising outside work with a family fun day, use of the executive boardrooms, conferencing suites and presentation areas, or day delegate packages (which can be tailored to include theme park tickets), Drayton Manor has something for every occasion.

Why not end the day with your own firework and laser display over the lakes, or even include a private ice rink; Drayton Manor can even arrange to have your guests flown in by helicopter – the sky really is the limit!

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

TOWER SUITE

500

250

–

200

300

26.0

2.9

15.0

TOWER LOUNGE

–

19.5

2.9

8.5

HAMILTON SUITE

200

110

–

120

150

17.0

2.9

12.0

VICTORIAN LOUNGE

–

9.9

4.4

2.3

PARK VIEW SUITE

200

–

120

150

18.8

3.5

14.0

PARK VIEW EAST

–

15.3

3.5

9.2

PARK VIEW WEST

–

15.3

3.5

9.2

BOARDROOM 1

–

6.6

–

3.6

BOARDROOM 2

–

6.6

–

3.6

BOARDROOM 3

–

6.6

–

3.6

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 113

ADDRESS RUGBY ROAD DUNCHURCH WARWICKSHIRE CV22 6QW

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TELEPHONE 01788 810656 WEB WWW.SIGNATUREGROUP.CO.UK

DUNCHURCH PARK HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE Dunchurch Park Hotel & Conference Centre is a charming, Grade II listed Manor House, complemented by modern conference extensions, all set in 72 acres of magnificent gardens and grounds. Benefiting from an excellent range of facilities, this venue is ideal for meetings, conferences, training courses, leadership development programmes, product launches, special events, celebrations, private dining, award dinners, team building, corporate Activities and fun days. Whether you are organising a one to one interview or an event for up to 450 delegates, our facilities have the flexibility, supported by professional service, to ensure the success of your event.

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All of the meeting rooms benefit from natural daylight and overlook the beautiful gardens and grounds. Within the estate, there is a dedicated field for motorised activities as well as large, flat grassed areas and lawns for all types of team building exercises, outdoor activities and corporate fun days. Whilst staying at Dunchurch Park, guests can enjoy some of the on-site leisure facilities, indulge in a spa or beauty treatment or simply relax and unwind in one of the lounges, bars or decking and terraced areas.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

MAWSON’S MARQUEE

450

280

–

280

400

48.77

2.13-4.15

W (M) 11.58

GARDEN ROOM

300

150

200

12.49

3.8

20.30

HIDCOTE/KIFTSGATE

180

100

120

12.49

3.8

12.80

DRAYCOTE SUITE

100

19.81

2.43

9.75

GREAT HALL

120

–

120

6.10

8.9

BILLIARD

9.14

3.3

7.31

DRAWING ROOM

11.58

3.37

5.79

MUSIC ROOM

–

4.26

3.37

4.26

BOARDROOM

–

8.00

3.43

5.32

LOUNGE

7.55

3.37

5.93

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 115

ADDRESS 61 HOMER ROAD SOLIHULL B91 3QD

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TELEPHONE 0121 6239988 WEB WWW.HOLIDAYINN.COM/HISOLIHULL

HOLIDAY INN SOLIHULL Set in the heart of Solihull and just 5 miles from Birmingham and the NEC, the Holiday Inn Solihull is in a great central location easy to reach from all over the UK. Following a large refurbishment programme the hotel now features a new open lobby, restaurant and bar and a stylish outside terrace overlooking the lake complete with a heated seating area.

MEETING ROOM

The hotel also offers 12 high-tech conference rooms that can accommodate small or large groups of delegates in various formations. The largest suite, the De Limesi Suite, can accommodate up to 200 guests theatre style, and the meeting centre also has its own Conference Café breakaway area. The hotel’s 120 stylish bedrooms and a health and leisure club with extensive facilities including a gym and heated swimming pool also give your guests the perfect environment to wind down after a busy day.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ALDERBROOK

–

5.4

2.7

4.8

BLOSSOMFIELD

–

4.8

2.7

4.5

CHURCHILL

–

8.5

2.7

4.5

DE LIMESI SUITE

200

100

150

22.2

3.3

7.6

DE LIMESI 1

100

14.6

3.3

7.6

DE LIMESI 2

7.6

3.3

7.6

HOMER

–

9.1

2.7

3.9

MODERN MEETING ROOM

–

8.2

2.4

4.8

PRINCESS SUITE

7.3

2.4

7.3

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 117

ADDRESS BRIDGEFOOT STRATFORD-UPON-AVON CV37 6YR

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TELEPHONE 01789 279988 WEB WWW.HOLIDAYINN.COM/STRATFORDAVON

HOLIDAY INN STRATFORD-UPON-AVON If you are looking for a venue with character then Holiday Inn Stratford-Upon-Avon has it all. With its beautiful location in the heart of Shakespeare country it is brimming with interest. Clients won’t be disappointed with the location, which is easy to find just minutes from the M40 and set on the banks of the River Avon. The hotel features a wealth of conference and meeting facilities and after achieving gold at the BDRC Continental Venue Verdict awards there will be no worries with the service they can expect.

MEETING ROOM

For the grandest events the hotel’s Ballroom is able to hold up to 550 attendees theatre style or 440 for dinner, and boasts its own reception and private bar area. The space is versatile and can be quickly adapted to accommodate your clients every need. The light and airy Atrium area provides an informal setting for a working lunch, or alternatively a private reception area for pre-dinner drinks and the two selfcontained meeting centres are ideal for smaller conferences and training courses. Not only that, when it’s time to relax guests can enjoy the restaurant, bar and outside heated terrace situated right on the banks of the River Avon

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

BALLROOM

500

340

N/A

360

440

37.8

4.3

14.8

SECTION A

100

7.5

4.3

14.8

SECTION B

100

7.5

4.3

14.8

SECTION C

100

6.7

4.3

14.8

SECTION D

100

N/A

16.1

3.0

14.8

BLENHEIM SUITE

100

140

15.0

2.9

7.2

PACKWOOD SUITE

100

15.0

2.9

7.0

WARWICK SUITE

10.7

2.9

8.1

CHARLECOTE SUITE

100

14.9

2.9

7.7

HAREWOOD SUITE

100

15.1

3.0

7.7

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 119

ADDRESS VILLAGE PARK LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY LOUGHBOROUGH LE11 3TU

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TELEPHONE 01509 633030 WEB WWW.WELCOMETOIMAGO.COM

imago Loughborough University’s multi award-winning hotel, conference and events brand, imago, offers an unrivalled portfolio of first-class venues, providing the perfect backdrop for up to 2000 delegates. Across the four venues guests are able to benefit from a wide range of conference facilities including purpose-built training rooms, modern lecture theatres, and large-scale exhibition areas. We also provide the ideal setting for residential conferences with 319 high quality bedrooms available.

MEETING ROOM

Recognised for our unrivalled quality, imago has achieved the highest level of venue accreditation, AIM Gold. As the only Leicestershire venue to achieve the prestigious accreditation, it demonstrates our ability to deliver excellence and why 90% of our customers come back again. We understand how important a distractionfree environment is. That’s why we offer an exclusive use package at Holywell Park, so you can make the most of your event in a private and focussed environment. imago is located in the heart of the UK, just 70 minutes from Central London, 1 mile from Junction 23 of M1, 3 miles from Loughborough Train Station, and 8 miles from East Midlands Airport.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CONVENTION ROOM

200

100

–

AVON

110

–

DOVE

–

STEPHENSON

200

102

–

BABBAGE

200

–

100

–

TURING

280

100

160

–

CHARTER SUITE

200

100

–

SPORTS HALL

1800

–

WOLFSON SCHOOL

300

–

JAMES FRANCE

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 121

ADDRESS ST QUENTIN GATE TELFORD SHROPSHIRE TF3 4JH

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TELEPHONE 01952 281 545 WEB WWW.THEINTERNATIONALCENTRETELFORD.COM

THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE TELFORD The International Centre is a purpose-built conference and event venue offering a blank canvas environment for events from 4-4000 delegates. Set over two floors, and with a compact footprint for easy delegate flow, the venue provides a versatile, contemporary setting for events. The venue has a central location, and excellent transport links, making it a great choice for events with a national attendance. There are 1300 car parking spaces on-site and within easy walking distance of the conference suites. For rail travellers, the venue is only a 2-minite taxi ride from Telford Central Station.

MEETING ROOM

Catering is managed in-house by an experienced team of chefs and catering professionals, ensuring complete client control from the initial food tasting through to when the final course is served. For event production, the on-site Stagecraftuk team are well established in the live events industry and can provide everything from dry hire to full production with a professionalism that is second to none. There are 253 on-site bedrooms at The International Centre and a further 325 bedrooms within walking distance of the venue giving a compact accommodation management solution.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

HALL 1

4500

–

2000

HALL 2

4500

–

2000

43.5 -55.5

HALL 3

3500

–

LUDLOW SUITE

1480

LUDLOW 1

501

LUDLOW 2 LUDLOW 3 IRONBRIDGE SUITE

–

1440

648

–

640

1000

32.5

270

–

192

300

32.5

13.4

477

195

–

192

300

32.5

501

270

–

192

300

32.5

13.4

50.2

22.25 x 31

1600

650

–

776

1100

IRONBRIDGE 1

610

320

–

IRONBRIDGE 2

525

260

–

312

440

16.25

–

240

350

18.35

24.2

IRONBRIDGE 3

410

205

–

168

250

15.6

22.25

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 123

ADDRESS 245 BROAD STREET BIRMINGHAM B1 2HQ

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TELEPHONE 01216 069000 WEB WWW.JURYSINNS.COM/HOTELS/BIRMINGHAM

JURYS INN BIRMINGHAM Jurys Inn Birmingham is easily accessible from all major transport points in the city and is located less than one mile from New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill stations. The smooth efficiency of our highly trained dedicated Jurys Meetings team means consistency, reliability and completely stressfree organisation for your seminar, conference, training day, workshop or event. You’re assured of an exceptionally efficient, friendly and valuefocussed service, backed up by our unique 12-point Service Promise. Jurys Inn is a member of the Meetings Industry Association (MIA) and is AIM accredited

MEETING ROOM

Our day delegate meeting room package includes as standard: meeting room hire; Wi-Fi; unlimited tea and coffee; morning and afternoon snacks; flipchart, screen, and LCD projector; blackout facilities; adaptable air-conditioning; stationery tool kit; and water, sweets, and fruit in your room. Our 24 hour delegate package includes all of the above plus three course dinner, bed, and buffet breakfast.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

101

120

15.0

2.0

W (M) 7.0

102

120

15.0

2.0

6.0

103 & 104

104

–

17.0

2.0

6.0

105

10.0

2.0

6.0

106

11.0

2.0

6.0

107

–

6.0

2.0

5.0

108

11.0

2.0

6.0

109

–

6.0

2.0

5.0

110

11.0

2.0

6.0

111

–

6.0

2.0

5.0

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 125

ADDRESS FILBERT WAY LEICESTER LE2 7FL

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TELEPHONE 03448 155000 OPTION 3 WEB WWW.LCFCEVENTS.CO.UK

KING POWER STADIUM Based in the heart of England, King Power Stadium – home of Premier League football club Leicester City – offers easy access for all your delegates via road, rail, and air. Leicester train station, with arrivals from London St Pancras within just 62 minutes, is only one mile from the stadium whilst the M1 and M69 are just a few minutes’ drive away and East Midlands Airport is within easy reach. King Power Stadium is a purpose built unique venue designed to deliver your event to the highest of standards. The stadium features nine suites and 43 executive boxes with over 400 complimentary car parking spaces, free Wi-Fi and the latest audio visual equipment.

King Power Stadium, following the promotion of the Football team, have recently made heavy investments in the venue, updating all of the rooms within the stadium. The stunning refurbished rooms can cater for a range of different needs, providing a modern surrounding in the heart of the country. Alongside providing a professional environment for your business needs, the rooms are transformed for Christmas parties, annual dinners and awards evenings. This investment has included LED colour lights in conference suites that can change to suit the company’s brand, along with a 14 sqm video media wall in one of our largest rooms.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

WALKERS HALL

650

250

450

600

–

KEITH WELLER LOUNGE

500

200

350

450

39.6

3.8

22.6

RECEPTION LOUNGE

150

–

108

13.5

2.6

13.0

ROWLEY

11.9

2.6

11.0

PREMIER 1

100

–

PREMIER 2

100

–

BANKS LOUNGE

150

140

37.0

2.6

8.5

GALLERY

–

EXECUTIVE BOXES

–

LINEKER SUITE

W (M)

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 127

ADDRESS GRANGE-DE-LINGS LINCOLN LN2 2NA

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TELEPHONE 01522 585518 WEB WWW.LINCOLNSHIRESHOWGROUND.CO.UK

LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND We live and breathe events. We have a dedicated team who will be there to assist you from the initial enquiry right through the planning and delivery stage to ensure your event is great success and exceeds your expectations. Set in over 200 acres of beautiful countryside, with ample space and facilities, the Showground is a versatile venue to create and host events of all types and sizes. As the company has grown we have evolved into an outstanding venue for the region, hosting conferences, exhibitions, dinners, concerts, festivals and rallies. From a conference of 10 to a dinner for 1,200 to a whole site event the opportunities at the Showground are endless.

MEETING ROOM

For anyone looking to reduce their carbon footprint the Epic Centre located on the Showground is the ideal venue. We are proud to say not only is the Epic Centre is an award winning, diverse multi-functional it is also one of the greenest conference centres in the UK, offering the chance to experience corporate or social events against a backdrop of environmental sensitivity. Whether you need a full event planning service or you are a dab hand at the events business our team are here and only a phone call away! Host of the Harley Davidson International Super Rally 2015.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

EAST HALL

800

–

480

600

5.3

CASTLE HALL

250

–

120

150

5.3

WEST HALL

600

–

400

500

5.3

LINDSEY

–

3.5

KESTEVEN

–

2.5

HOLLAND

–

2.5

ANCASTER

–

6.1

2.5

SCAMPTON

–

9.3

2.5

WELTON

–

2.5

1000

–

680

850

3.7

EXHIBITION HALL

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 129

ADDRESS CANNON HILL PARK BIRMINGHAM B12 9QH

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TELEPHONE 0121 446 3250 WEB WWW.MACBIRMINGHAM.CO.UK

MAC BIRMINGHAM mac birmingham is an unique venue, combining state of the art facilities and amazing spaces within a thriving arts centre. Located in Cannon Hill Park, with inspiring views across the park and lakes, mac birmingham provides a creative, friendly and relaxed environment. With a wide range of conference facilities, theatre spaces, meeting rooms, studios and a cinema, mac birmingham offers the perfect solution for both business and entertainment.

mac birmingham is a not-for-profit organisation so any income generated by your decision to hire our facilities is put back into making art an important part of people’s lives. To make an enquiry or arrange a personal visit, contact the Events team on 0121 446 3250 or email Hires@macbirmingham.co.uk

Our catering facilities include both Bridges Café Bar and Arena Bar, where delegates can relax in pleasant surroundings, and purchase a wide variety of food and refreshments all day on a ‘grab-and-go’ or freshly cooked basis. We can also provide private catering options for your event, aiming to meet your budget, taste and dietary requirements.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

PINSENT MASONS 1

14.72

2.6

W (M) 4.7

PINSENT MASONS 2

8.6

2.6

4.4 3.53

COLE ROOM

–

4.95

3.45

BRYANT ROOM

3.3

5.8

ROUGHLEY ROOM

–

7.7

3.3

4.95

SAINTBURY ROOM

–

7.7

3.3

4.95

DELOITTE ROOM

2.7

CINEMA

146

–

14.5

3.45

9.9

THEATRE

219

112

128

160

6.91

13.5

PERFORMANCE ROOM

120

100

13.29

3.6

13.17

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 131

ADDRESS MAPLE HOUSE QUEENSWAY BUSINESS PARK TELFORD TF1 7UL

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TELEPHONE 01952 459943 WEB WWW.MAPLEHOUSETELFORD.CO.UK

MAPLE HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE Maple House has state of the art meeting, training and conference rooms available to hire by the day, perfectly situated in Shropshire near the centre of both England & Wales. Excellent transport links are provided by a 10 minute drive to the nearest motorway and Telford Central train station, with direct trains available from Euston.

The rooms benefit from natural daylight and green views of Shropshire, with free Wi-Fi, airconditioning and projector systems. Free parking is available and you can also add services from our on-site artisan catering company ‘Sofood!’ providing you anything from breakfast sandwiches to a full hot or cold buffet service.

Separated with a sliding acoustic wall there are three flexible room sizes available; either the Galloway Suite, Selwood Suite, or both together as one large conference room. The high quality furniture can be arranged in various positions, all creating the perfect environment for your productive day.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

SELWOOD

6.7

2.5

GALLOWAY

–

4.9

2.5

COMBINED

11.6

2.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 133

ADDRESS MAIN STREET BRANDON CV8 3FW

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TELEPHONE 02476 546000 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

MERCURE BRANDON HALL HOTEL & SPA 17 acres of tranquil grounds surround the 4-star Mercure Brandon Hall Hotel and Spa Warwickshire. This Coventry hotel has 120 contemporary rooms, each with satellite TV and internet access. An elegant lunch or dinner menu can be found at the AA rosette Clarendon Restaurant, or relax near the open fireplace or patio of the Berwick Bar. An indoor pool and fitness center can be enjoyed at the Spa, along with 6 treatment rooms. Mercure Brandon Hall also boasts 14 conference rooms, ranging

MEETING ROOM

from the small one on one meeting rooms, to the Woodlands suite which can accommodate up to 280 guests in a theatre layout in the modern conference center. We also have the more traditional function room in the main hotel with access to the hotel grounds, ideal for BBQ events and team building

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

WOODLAND

280

120

112

220

19.62

3.5

14.35

HALF WOODLAND

120

100

14.35

3.5

9.81

ALLKINS

–

10.4

–

4.42

PARKE

–

6.93

–

5.66

JONES

–

7.05

–

4.8

JOHNSON

–

4.93

–

4.17

BRANDON 1 & 2

–

BRANDON 1

8.8

4.3

6.1

BRANDON 2

100

13.1

3.4

5.8

WOLSTON 1, 2 & 3

18.6

2.4

5.8

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 135

ADDRESS STONELEIGH PARK WARWICKSHIRE CV8 2LZ

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TELEPHONE 02476 696 969 WEB WWW.NAECSTONELEIGH.CO.UK

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AND EXHIBITION CENTRE If you are looking for a home for your next corporate event, meeting or conference, be it for 3,000 delegates or five, the National Agricultural & Exhibition Centre (NAEC), Stoneleigh offers a choice of facilities and services to help make your event a success. We can offer you: • Selection of conference suites hosting from five to 3,000 delegates • Over 21,000sqm of flexible purpose built indoor exhibition space

From the large to the intimate, public to private, inside to outdoor and mass catering to fine dining, we have the space and services to help you realise your event ambitions. NAEC, Stoneleigh is located at the very heart of the country, within easy access of major road and rail networks, making it the perfect venue to attract visitors from across the UK. For more information contact: 02476 696 969, sales@stoneleighevents.com or visit www.naecstoneleigh.co.uk.

• 800 acres of outdoor space • Parking for over 19,000 cars • In-house catering team • 58 bedroom guest lodge

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

HALL 1

2092

–

1008

1200

–

HALL 2

3054

–

1720

2710

–

AVON 1

160

–

150

–

AVON 2

100

–

WOLFSON THEATRE

250

–

120

–

WARWICK HALL

900

215

–

456

550

–

SEMINAR 1-4

–

STARETON HALL

450

112

–

256

300

–

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ADDRESS COVENTRY ROAD BICKENHILL SOLIHULL B92 0EJ

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TELEPHONE 0121 704 2784 WEB WWW.NATIONALCONFERENCECENTRE.CO.UK

NATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE The National Conference Centre boasts an impressive 4550m² of fully flexible internal event space. This makes it ideal for a huge range of events including large-scale corporate conferences, awards dinners, exhibitions and charity balls as well as smaller meetings, more intimate dinner parties and even roadshows requiring use of its 10,000m² external space. With 13 suites to choose from ranging from the Imperial and Britannia Suites, to host your large-scale events, to the newly refurbished Wardroom and Crows Nest Suite for more intimate and smaller meetings. This range of rooms makes it the ideal venue to host events for up to 910 guests. Its meeting capacities range from 16 to over 1300 delegates.

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The National Conference Centre boasts state of the art technical equipment and has an onsite AV production team who are experienced in delivering any level of requirement. With a team of dedicated event planning staff and its award winning kitchen brigade the venue really does deliver a seamless, customer focussed service. With over 500 free car park spaces, as well as its central location and proximity to the country’s major road, rail and air networks, the National Conference Centre is the venue to host your next event.

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IMPERIAL

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850

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640

810

44.65

3.8-4.6

W (M) 18.9

TRAFALGAR

300

160

–

112

180

19.7

3.8-4.6

15.15

WATERLOO

200

130

–

112

216

22.09

2.4-2.65

10.47

BRITANNIA

1400

750

–

616

648

38.4

4.8

23.5

MANXMAN

400

250

–

240

276

19.2

3-5

19.2

COMPTON

400

250

–

224

276

19.2

3-8

19.2

PREMIER

370

200

–

240

276

19.2

3-8

19.2

BALLACRAINE

120

–

208

228

19.2

2.4

19.2

BRACEBRIDGE

120

–

160

228

19.2

2.4

19.2

KIRKMICHAEL

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18.99

1.95–2.7

7.7

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 139

ADDRESS 3 GILMOUR CLOSE BEAUMONT LEYS LEICESTER LE4 1EZ

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TELEPHONE 0116 234 7200 WEB WWW.NSPCC.ORG.UK

NSPCC NATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE The perfect place to hold your meeting or conference in Leicester Whether you are talking shop, training or team building, the NSPCC’s National Training Centre in Leicester can offer you an extensive range of conference and training facilities. Whatever your conference, training or meeting room needs, the centre has got it covered. Their team of highly experienced conference coordinators will be on hand to ensure your event runs smoothly from start to finish.

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The centre is within close reach of both Leicester city centre and motorways, with great public transport links. Prices are highly competitive, and when you use the facilities, your payment will support the NSPCC in helping vulnerable children across the UK. The venue offers 13 meeting rooms, seating four to 220, the latest audio visual technology and is fully accessible. In addition to an on-site restaurant there is free parking available.

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CONFERENCE HALL

220

120

–

WILLOW

–

6.7

2.4

8.3

OAK

–

5.5

2.7

10.09

TRAVIS PERKINS

–

5.5

2.7

10.09

SMITH

–

4.8

2.7

5.6

SUNLEY

–

4.9

2.4

7.6

TSB

–

2.4

–

2.4

DUFFIELD

–

4.5

2.4

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 141

ADDRESS BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE BROAD STREET BIRMINGHAM B1 2EP

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TELEPHONE 01212 452076 WEB WWW.BIRMINGHAM-REP.CO.UK

THE REP The REP has a wide range of spaces for conference and event planners to host their events in the heart of Birmingham. The venue is within walking distance of Birmingham New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill train stations, and easily accessible from the M5 and M6 with nearby parking. The REP is renowned for its year round programme of theatrical events, however, in its recent refurbishment the architects created versatile spaces for conferences, exhibitions, client entertainment, meetings and banqueting. There is a choice of three auditoria and all the technology required to stage your conference plus a dedicated stage team to build your event.

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From team building to exhibitions, themed dinners to private meetings, our facilities offer a blank canvas upon which you can build your perfect event with support from our expert events team to help you deliver it. As well as the theatre spaces, there are three further purpose built conference rooms for up to 200 delegates plus two quirky meeting rooms. All have natural daylight, the latest audio visual equipment, and stunning views over Centenary Square and the City of Birmingham.

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BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE HOUSE – TIERED SEATING

815

–

200

16.7

23.0

15.0

THE STUDIO – TIERED SEATING

292

–

150

240

21.2

6.9

16.1

THE DOOR – TIERED SEATING

10.4

140

–

14.7

8.4

THE MEZZAINE

–

SUITE 1

8.0

2.7

7.0

SUITE 2

8.0

2.7

7.0

SUITE 3

8.0

2.7

7.0

THE SUITES

200

24.0

2.7

7.0

THE WINTERINGHAM

–

THE BURMAN

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 143

ADDRESS ST CHAD’S BIRMINGHAM B4 6HY

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TELEPHONE 0121 6064500 WEB WWW.THEHOTELCOLLECTION.CO.UK/BIRMINGHAM

THE ROYAL ANGUS HOTEL You’re a professional who expects things to be done right, whether that’s a training session with team members or a conference for 200 people. So, when you’re doing business in Birmingham and need a centrally located and stylish venue that understands your needs, speak to us at The Royal Angus Hotel about how we can help create the perfect event for you.

We’re conveniently located, just a short walk or taxi ride from Birmingham New Street railway station, with Snow Hill railway station close by as well. We’re also less than 10 miles from Birmingham International Airport, making it the perfect choice for any business meeting, and our elegant function suites and meeting rooms provide everything you need for a smoothrunning event. All our meeting rooms come fully equipped with air-conditioning, an LCD projector and screen, and fast, free Wi-Fi.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

WROXTON SUITE

200

–

130

150

17.9

2.8

11.0

WROXTON ONE

100

8.8

2.8

11.0

WROXTON TWO

100

9.0

2.8

11.0

ARIEL SUITE

100

–

13.7

2.6

7.6

ARIEL ONE

7.6

2.6

6.4

ARIEL TWO

7.6

2.6

7.2

CONSERVATORY

3.7

2.2

2.1

WAVERLEY

6.1

2.3

5.1

BOARDROOM

–

5.8

2.3

2.9

SYNDICATE ROOMS

–

5.3

2.3

2.8

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 145

ADDRESS LONDON ROAD TOWCESTER RACECOURSE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NN12 6LB

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TELEPHONE 01327 353414 WEB WWW.TOWCESTER-RACECOURSE.CO.UK/CONFERENCE-CENTRE.PHP

TOWCESTER RACECOURSE For business conferences to small meetings and product launches we work closely with our corporate clients to deliver seamless events set in a stunning, picturesque location. Towcester Racecourse is perfectly situated for all major commuting networks making our conference centre the perfect choice for your event. Purpose designed for corporate use, the Empress and Grace Stands boast commanding views over the racecourse and the rolling Northamptonshire countryside, offering you and your delegates a unique business venue.

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Our standard conference package includes hire of an exclusive facility for the day with up to five breakout rooms if required. Tea and coffee are offered on arrival, with bacon rolls and vegetarian alternative, as well as mid-morning tea/coffee & biscuits, a two course buffet lunch and afternoon tea/coffee and cakes. The venue boasts a built-in PA/AV system with roving microphone, as well as Towcester Racecourse pads with pens for all delegates. Flipchart with pad and pen are readily available, as is free, on-site parking

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

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CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

EMPRESS

450

230

180

280

250

220

–

POMFRET

200

110

150

–

TEMPLE

150

100

–

EMPEROR

–

VIP BOX 1

–

VIP BOX 2

–

VIP BOX 3

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 147

ADDRESS YARNFIELD PARK TRAINING & CONFERENCE CENTRE YARNFIELD STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 0NL

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TELEPHONE 01785 762900 WEB WWW.YARNFIELDPARK.COM

YARNFIELD PARK Yarnfield Park helps people to grow, feel inspired and be empowered. As one of the UK’s largest residential training and conference centres, we help a wide range of associations, government bodies and corporate organisations fulfil their training and conference needs.

We now offer one of the fastest free dedicated internet solutions of any conference or training centre in the UK. The 300Mbps superfast connection allows up to 800 devices to be connected at one time across both the conference centre and the bedrooms.

Yarnfield Park is easily accessible at the heart of the country, just off the M6 in Staffordshire and only 1½ hours by train from London. With 25 flexible event spaces, including the 450 capacity Knighton Suite, multiple breakout spaces, 338 bedrooms and extensive outdoor space, we can provide you with an ideal environment for your event.

We can offer you genuine flexibility and choice in a friendly, but professional, environment. So please take a more relaxed and creative approach to your conference, event or training programme and call Yarnfield Park to see how we can help you.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

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CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

KNIGHTON

450

280

–

19.0

2.8

14.8

HOWDEN

250

160

–

15.4

2.8

14.9

HOWDEN A

125

–

15.4

2.8

7.2

HOWDEN B

125

–

15.4

2.8

7.2

LEIGHTON

250

160

–

14.9

2.8

15.0

LEIGHTON A

125

–

14.9

2.8

7.2

LEIGHTON B

125

–

14.9

2.8

7.2

MAPLE

130

–

15.0

2.8

7.1

BEECH

–

7.4

2.8

5.0

WILLOW

130

–

15.8

2.8

7.2

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 149

ADDRESS TELEPHONE AVENUE BRISTOL BS1 4BQ

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TELEPHONE 01179 152600 WEB WWW.ARMADAHOUSE.CO.UK

ARMADA HOUSE Armada House is Bristol City Centre’s first and only dedicated conference and events venue. Our Bristol conference centre is a wonderful place to do business or host a function with a wide range of conference, meeting, training and function spaces.

Conveniently centrally situated, the venue is easily reached by nearby air, road, rail and local public transport links. Armada House, Bristol is also an ideal venue for functions, wedding receptions and parties, and is also a great location for film and television productions.

Our beautiful grade II Edwardian venue offers all the character and grace you imagine from this age. The scene is set from the moment you enter the building. Our grand panelled lobby is also home to an Elizabethan fireplace and original Edwardian sweeping staircase, whilst our oak panelled Elton Room houses another Jacobean fireplace. With high ceilings and generous rooms, you get a feeling of space and character that enhances any event.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

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CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CABOT ROOM

200

100

140

15.0

4.5

13.0

BRUNEL ROOM

10.0

4.5

9.0

CHATTERTON ROOM

–

9.0

4.5

4.0

ELTON ROOM

10.0

4.0

7.5

BOARDROOM

–

8.5

3.0

4.0

WILLS ROOM

–

6.0

4.0

5.0 5.5

COLSTON A ROOM

–

7.5

3.5

COLSTON B ROOM

–

7.5

3.5

7.5

MATTHEW ROOM

–

4.0

3.0

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 151

ADDRESS BATH’S HISTORIC VENUES PUMP ROOM STALL STREET BA1 1LZ

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TELEPHONE 01225 477786 WEB HELLO.BATHVENUES.CO.UK

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, BATH The Assembly Rooms is Bath’s premier conference and meeting venue. Together with its elegant Georgian interior, it offers capacity for up to 500 delegates with additional exhibition and refreshment space. With four interlinking rooms, the venue offers our clients a great deal of flexibility. Some of the rooms may be hired individually for a smaller meeting or, for a larger conference, the whole venue may be used exclusively. When you hold your conference with us, you will be reassured by our experience and attention to detail. Our team regularly work on large corporate events and previous clients include HSBC, Statoil, the Osteoporosis Society, and The Ministry of Defence.

MEETING ROOM

We manage other stunning venues in Bath including the Guildhall, Roman Baths and Pump Room. They make inspiring settings for a conference dinner or drinks reception and are sure to wow your guests. Bath is a prestigious backdrop for any conference or meeting. Delegates are always keen to visit the city and our Grade I listed venues offer them a flavour of Bath without even having to leave their conference room.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

BALL ROOM

500

180

–

220

310

30.0

–

12.0

TEA ROOM

250

–

100

170

17.5

–

12.0

GREAT OCTAGON

120

–

120

14.0

–

14.0

CARD ROOM

–

18.0

–

5.5

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 153

ADDRESS SHEARWAY BUSINESS PARK SHEARWAY ROAD FOLKESTONE KENT CT19 4DQ

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TELEPHONE 01303 298298 WEB WWW.BASEPOINT.CO.UK/LOCATIONS/FOLKESTONE

BASEPOINT FOLKESTONE Are you looking for flexible meeting room space to hold interviews, training, or business presentations? Basepoint Folkestone has meeting rooms available for hire at a very competitive rate, for bookings from as short as one hour. We are conveniently located just off junction 13 on the M20, and very close to European transport links via the Channel Tunnel and Channel Ports making it a very desirable location for East Kent based meetings.

MEETING ROOM

Our meeting rooms are modern, stylish, and professional and each booking includes ample free parking, Wi-Fi, flipchart, pads, pencils and water. We can accommodate up to 32 people and offer a catering service for purchases of tea, coffee, and biscuits, and lunches can be arranged through our on-site café. Rooms can be arranged to suit your needs, including boardroom, theatre, classroom and u-shaped styles.

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BANQUET

L (M)

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W (M)

MEETING ROOM 1

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MEETING ROOM 2

–

MEETING ROOM 3

–

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 155

ADDRESS HATFIELD COMET WAY HERTFORDSHIRE AL10 9NG

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TELEPHONE 01707 288500 WEB WWW.BEALESHOTELS.CO.UK

BEALES HOTEL Part of a unique business which as passed from father to son for eight generations form 1769, Beales Hotel was entirely rebuilt in 2004. Offering 53 stunning bedrooms, the award winning OutsideIn Restaurant and the trendy talk bar. Throughout the hotel over 100 contemporary artworks reflect the modern style and unique vision of the joint highest rated 4 star in hotel in Hertfordshire.

MEETING ROOM

With thirteen meeting rooms, we recognise that warmth, enthusiasm and attention to detail make all the difference. Time is precious to many people in many ways, which is why everything and everyone is taken care of, from coffee to conferences, you’ll be able to appreciate the relaxed atmosphere of this unique and exciting building. Choose from a selection of amazing conference packages to suit your individual tastes and requirements.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

BUCKLAND SUITE

300

124

120

186

18.4

3.7

11.3

RADWELL ROOM

155

11.7

3.7

11.3

THERFIELD ROOM

140

6.7

3.7

11.3

SALISBURY SUITE

115

15.2

2.65

6.95

HATFIELD ROOM

7.6

2.65

6.95

CECIL ROOM

7.6

2.65

6.95

BISHOPS SUITE

130

–

117

15.2

2.65

14.95

OAKLANDS SUITE

105

7.4

2.65

14.8

LEMSFORD ROOM

7.5

2.65

7.5

OAKLANDS ROOM

2.65

7.4

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 157

ADDRESS 18 HIGH STREET WINDSOR BERKSHIRE SL4 1LJ

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TELEPHONE 01753 851577 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

CASTLE HOTEL WINDSOR Opening in September as part of the remarkable MGallery Collection, Castle Hotel Windsor blends a rich past with contemporary charm, providing an exceptional location to host meetings and events. Castle Hotel provides the perfect destination for private functions and business gatherings of all types. With 12 conference suites and syndicate rooms of varying sizes, the exceptional spaces boast a capacity of 400-seated guests, providing the largest event space in Windsor. Audiovisual presentation media are available across the hotel’s business services whilst a dedicated conference planner is on hand to

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ensure that individual requirements are met to a high standard. Guests also have the pleasure of observing Windsor’s changing of the Guards, a great British tradition that truly allows them to experience the real Windsor – a quintessentially British setting for a quintessentially British experience. For residential conferences and those away on business, there are 108 charming bedrooms at Castle Hotel, which include five exquisite suites, all featuring plush bedding, indulgent bathrooms and quirky design references to the hotel’s past. High speed complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all of the conference and public spaces.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

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BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

WINDSOR & GEORGIAN SUITE

400

150

160

275

4-10

10-12

WINDSOR SUITE

250

100

120

192

GEORGIAN SUITE

SANDRINGHAM SUITE

10.1

7.4

HOLYROOD SUITE

–

6.5

2.5

3.6

BLENHEIM SUITE

–

7.8

2.5

4.8

BALMORAL SUITE

10.4

WARWICK SUITE

–

3.6

2.3

3.2

LODGE SUITE

–

3.3

2.3

2.7

HAMPTON SUITE

–

2.3

3.8

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 159

ADDRESS FARNHAM ROAD SLOUGH SL1 4UT

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TELEPHONE 01753 774748 WEB WWW.SPIRITCONFERENCING.CO.UK

THE CENTRE SLOUGH The Centre Conference Venue opened its doors to the businesses and people of Slough and the surrounding areas in 1998, the vast number of meeting rooms, 12 in total, and the magnificent size of the main banqueting suites means it has the capacity and flexibility that anyone could need for their meetings, conferences, training workshops and events. There are a total of 12 meeting rooms split across three zones – Emerald (ground floor), Ruby (first floor) and Sapphire (lower ground floor). The venue has a diverse range of suites, from the exclusive boardroom of Ruby 1 through to the Main Hall with a capacity of 700. Rooms can be booked on an hourly, half day or full day basis.

Day Delegate Rate Includes: • Hire of main conference room for 8 hours • Adjacent area for refreshments and catering • Finger buffet lunch served with fruit juice • Three servings of tea, coffee and biscuits • Still & sparkling mineral water and selection of cordials • Note pads & pens • Projector & 6’ screen if required • Flipchart & markers if required Visit our website for a virtual tour of our venue.

We offer a number of different Delegate Packages to make your booking simpler and to ensure you have all of the essentials you need for the day.

MEETING ROOM

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BOARDROOM

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BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

RUBY 1

–

9.0

–

W (M) 2.7

RUBY 2

–

6.9

–

5.6

RUBY 3

–

5.7

–

5.6

RUBY 4

–

11.3

–

5.6

RUBY 5

–

14.1

–

4.8

SAPPHIRE 2

–

6.9

–

5.1

SAPPHIRE 3

–

13.9

–

10.2

FLEXI HALL

110

–

14.3

–

10.3

SMALL HALL

200

–

120

17.6

–

11.6

MAIN HALL

700

–

500

37.5

–

20.8

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 161

ADDRESS GROVE ROAD DONNINGTON NEWBURY RG14 2LA

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TELEPHONE 01635 581000 WEB WWW.DONNINGTON-GROVE.COM

DONNINGTON GROVE COUNTRY CLUB Located close to the M4/M5 and major road networks, Donnington is ideally situated for delegates travelling from any direction. It’s a convenient conference venue near Reading, Basingstoke, Oxford, Swindon and even London. With a choice of suites and function spaces to accommodate meetings and events of varying type and size, Donnington Grove is an ideal venue for both business and social gatherings. Whether it’s for a small, intimate party or a grand assembly of guests, every event is treated as a one off, tailored to suit individual needs.

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In the corporate world, professionals find the peaceful and relaxed setting of Donnington especially productive for business meetings. Breakout rooms, interconnecting rooms, ballroom – all are on-site to ensure a successful conclusion to business, whether exhibition, training session, seminar, board meeting or conference. Corporate Days out are fun and exciting as in the extensive grounds, delegates can indulge in golf, clay pigeon shooting, fly fishing and a host of other activities.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

8.0

3.3

5.4

CLOUDY

10.0

6.0

KENNET

13.0

6.0

5.8

MARQUEE

–

120

9.0

2.5

15.0

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 163

ADDRESS HARTLEY WINTNEY HAMPSHIRE RG27 8AS

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TELEPHONE 01252 844871 WEB WWW.ELVETHAMHOTEL.CO.UK

THE ELVETHAM With free super-fast Wi-Fi and broadband speeds, The Elvetham offers all that you expect from a modern service orientated events and meeting venue combined with the elegant and luxurious interiors of a listed Victorian building.

Easy access to major motorway routes of M3, M4 and M25 and only one hour from central London.

Set against the backdrop of 35 acres of well-tended gardens and grounds the hotel offers the conference organiser peace of mind to concentrate on the event itself. With 21 meeting rooms able to seat a maximum of 105 theatre style; or perhaps one of the sumptuous private event spaces where delegates can dine in Victorian splendour overlooking our formal garden squares The Elvetham offers flexibility and choice, as well as opportunities galore for team building and outdoor pursuits.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

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CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

THE LIBRARY

105

114

16.3

4.4

W (M) 7.7

OAK ROOM

10.5

4.4

7.8

MORNING ROOM

11.3

4.4

6.5

SEYMOUR SUITE

–

9.8

4.3

6.2

THE MARQUEE

320

–

240

300

–

CARRIAGE

–

9.7

–

6.6

COURT

–

11.0

–

7.3

HART

–

9.7

–

5.8

THE CONSERVATORY

–

GARDEN ROOM

–

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TELEPHONE 0300 555 0214 WEB WWW.EVENTEXETER.COM

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EVENT EXETER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EXETER Our impressive conference and meeting venues offer everything you could require in one central location. Technology rich meeting spaces coupled with an abundance of knowledge and support will ensure your conference runs smoothly. The flagship Forum building provides an innovative, creative atmosphere through technology-rich rooms and light and airy break-out spaces, whilst beautiful historic Reed Hall is set in elegant garden surroundings and gives the peace and quiet needed to think. Accommodation With over 1,000 bedrooms, the University of Exeter welcomes large residential conferences and with extensive activities to do both on campus and in the local area, delegates can make the most of their spare time or extend their stay.

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Dining Our award winning Chefs will work around your conference schedule to serve refreshments at a time convenient to yourself, from a quick buffet lunch, drinks reception or formal evening gala dinner to entertain your delegates. Location and Transport Links The campus is located conveniently close to Exeter city centre and the open countryside and coastline of Devon. Exeter St David’s train station is just a short taxi ride or walk away and Exeter International Airport has links across the UK and Europe.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

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CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

GREAT HALL

1435

252

–

500

28.31

12.65

23.48

FORUM

400

–

HOLLAND HALL

100

–

350

–

IAIS

–

PETER CHALK CENTRE

500

120

–

XFI

150

–

QUEENS

152

–

STREATHAM COURT

268

–

BUILDING: ONE

–

REED HALL

100

–

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 167

ADDRESS 12-14 THE CRESCENT TAUNTON TA1 4EB

168 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01823 273100 WEB WWW.EXCHANGE-HOUSE.COM

EXCHANGE HOUSE TAUNTON Exchange House is a business centre located in the historic Crescent of Taunton in Somerset. The centre has a dedicated front of house team and a wide range of meeting rooms to facilitate a variety of functions. Our venue works closely with its suppliers to provide the best catering options using high quality and locally sourced ingredients. Exchange house can facilitate your requirements, whether an Interview, board meeting, seminar, consultation, or training.

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The centre contains seven fully equipped conference rooms with flexible layouts, and provides high speed Wi-Fi in every room. For food and refreshment, there is an exclusive coffee lounge and licensed bar, and the centre can provide catering for anywhere between 8 and 84 people. All this in a fantastic location with nearby hotels and ample car parking space right on the doorstep. Our venue is fully equipped for any and all needs, including: Polycom Conference Phone, DVD/ VCR Player, SMART Interactive White Board, PC, Laptop Cabling, Cordless Phone, Projector, and Ceiling Mounted Speakers. A full range of additional services including office space, hot desking, and other office services is also available.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 169

ADDRESS DANESTRETE STEVENAGE SG1 1EJ

170 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01438 533012 WEB WWW.FAIRVIEWHOTELS.UK/THEFORUM-STEVENAGE-HOME

THE FORUM CONFERENCE & BANQUETING SUITES A warm welcome awaits you here at our stunning new Conference and Banqueting Centre, which was built last year with a £2 million investment, turning empty office space into an exclusive 5-star venue. The Suite is fully air conditioned, sound proofed with state of the art technology and can cater for up to 625 delegates. There is also a fully fitted selfcatering kitchen available, should you wish to bring your own caterers. The Forum can be used for Conferences, Corporate and Charity Events, Exhibitions and Product Launches, Weddings, Private Dinners, Christmas and New Year Parties and is fully licensed for Civil Ceremonies.

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Day Delegate rates from just £30.00 per person and includes complimentary WiFi. The Forum has a total floor area of 660m2 and is ideal for creating stunning exhibitions, trade fairs or public shows. Our in-house catering team are on hand to provide refreshments, and offer a choice of delicious menus for lunch, from finger buffets to sit-down meals to suit all budgets. Located just 25 minutes from Central London and a three minute walk from Stevenage mainline railway station. Stevenage is on the East Coast line to Peterborough, Doncaster, Leeds, York and Edinburgh making it easily accessible from all parts of the country.

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140

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150

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120

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100

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 171

ADDRESS 23 BITTERN ROAD SOWTON EXETER DEVON EX2 7LW

172 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01392 447701 WEB WWW.FRESHA.ORG

FRESHA EXETER We provide a unique solution for smaller conference requirements. Convenient Our conference facility and meeting rooms are located just on the outskirts of Exeter, conveniently close to junctions 29 and 30 of the M5 on the Sowton Estate. Fresha is easy to find, with plentiful parking and disabled access. Personal We offer a personal service, with a small team dedicated to ensuring your conference or seminar goes smoothly, giving your delegates a positive experience.

Flexible Our conference space can be set up as boardroom, theatre, classroom or U-shape to suit your needs. It comfortably provides space for 40 delegates depending on layout. Equipped Although a smaller venue, our facility is fully equipped with top quality projection and surround sound systems, high speed wireless internet, video conferencing and air conditioning, with supportive business facilities available on site.

Fresh Fresha is an acclaimed caterer in the region, and your delegates will be spoiled for choice with our wide ranging menu that relies on locally sourced ingredients. Food is freshly prepared daily on site and served at a time to suit you.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 173

ADDRESS WEST QUAY ROAD SOUTHAMPTON SO15 1AG

174 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 023 8063 3033 WEB WWW.GRANDHARBOURHOTEL.CO.UK

GRAND HARBOUR HOTEL SOUTHAMPTON The stunning Grand Harbour Hotel has an iconic waterfront location, with 173 comfortable bedrooms, as well as room views overlooking Southampton Water and the medieval town walls. Besides well-equipped meeting rooms and exquisite catering, the Grand Harbour Hotel enjoyed a recent investment of £4 million resulting in a modern look around the hotel. Located in the city centre of Southampton, just a short journey from all transport links and just 75 minutes by train from London, the Grand Harbour Hotel is one of the South Coast’s largest conference hotels. Offering 8210 square feet of event and meeting space across 10 function suites, the Grand Harbour Hotel is perfect for your event on the South Coast. The Mayflower Suite can accommodate up to 400 guests for a banquet

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or 500 for a conference. In addition residents can make full use of the amazing hotel facilities including the Leisure Club with indoor swimming pool and spa, or dine and enjoy a drink in our very own Boardwalk Restaurant or Hamtun Atrium Bar. Other rooms offer a unique space for small meetings or private dining, including boardrooms which can accommodate up to 12 delegates. A private foyer entrance is available for the Eaton Suite with waterfront views in the Standish, Winslow and Bradford suites, as well as the opportunity to combine all three rooms.

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130

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130

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250

100

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100

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130

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 175

ADDRESS BAGSHOT ROAD BRACKNELL RG12 0QJ

176 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01344 424801 WEB WWW.BRACKNELL.HILTON.COM

HILTON BRACKNELL Close to the thriving business district as well as many of the area’s top attractions, Hilton Bracknell offers the perfect location. With Heathrow Airport just 30 minutes away, and enjoying excellent transport links, the hotel is the ideal base for both business and leisure travellers alike.

Whatever the occasion, we can offer the support, facilities and location to make it a success.

Whether holding a large conference, small board meeting or grand celebration, Hilton Bracknell offers the ideal venue. The flexible meeting rooms all feature natural daylight and cater for up to 250 people. Make use of the latest technology, choose from a wide range of catering options and enjoy complimentary parking for your guests.

This spacious room features contemporary décor, air conditioning, natural daylight and is equipped with state-of-the-art technical installations.

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Hilton Bracknell’s largest room the St Andrews Suite, offers the perfect solution for a conference, private dinner, celebration or meeting for up to 240 delegates.

With flexible dining options and a dedicated Meetings & Events team on hand every step of the way, successful smooth-running events are made easy.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 177

ADDRESS A38 BRIDGEWATER ROAD COWSLIP GREEN BRISTOL BS40 5RB

178 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01934 861123 WEB WWW.HIBRISTOLAIRPORT.CO.UK

HOLIDAY INN BRISTOL AIRPORT Holiday Inn Bristol Airport is the perfect peaceful location for any meeting, event, or special occasion, located just 5 minutes from Bristol Airport and 11 miles along the A38 from Bristol city centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s businesses and Cabot Circus shopping centre. Our beautiful rural location at the foot of the Mendip Hills means that our hotel is also perfect for the adventurous at heart tourist. The colossal majestic Cheddar Gorge, the Historic City of Bath, the legendary spooky Wookey Hole Caves, the bustling seaside town of Weston Super Mare, and North Somerset are among the many stunning sights and spectacles that surround us and are just waiting to be discovered by you.

For the ideal meeting, conference, Christening or family occasion then look no further. Our two flexible meeting rooms boast natural day light, and offer complimentary Wi-Fi and can accommodate up to 60 people theatre style. Along with our Spot Kitchen and Bar which offers a fabulous dining experience you can also enjoy the beautiful surrounds of our outside heated patio area which is perfect for team building events. Our rates are very competitive and our aim and commitment is to ensure that your meeting or special event is a great success.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 179

ADDRESS BOND STREET BRISTOL BS1 3LE

180 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01179 245000 WEB WWW.HIBRISTOLCITY.CO.UK

HOLIDAY INN BRISTOL CITY CENTRE For a warm welcome, city centre convenience, state-of-the-art business facilities, and chic accommodation in Bristol, The Holiday Inn Bristol City Centre is second to none. Our 155 beautifully furnished and lavishly decorated rooms offer every modern convenience you could wish for. And, with the M4, M5, and M32 leading to our door, the train station a mile away, the city’s bus and coach hub just a few hundred metres down the road, and the airport only a 20 minute taxi ride from us, access to and from our hotel in Bristol couldn’t be easier.

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Located in the heart of Bristol city centre opposite the Cabot Circus shopping centre, this new hotel will be a popular choice with both the business and leisure traveller. Every detail in the hotel bedrooms has been designed to create a comfortable, modern, and pleasurable environment. Our Academy Meeting and Banqueting Centre boasts 7 purpose built flexible meeting rooms with floor to ceiling windows and air conditioning and can accommodate a wide range of meetings and events from 12 people in a boardroom style to 160 theatre style. Whatever the occasion our professional dedicated on-site conference team will ensure a seamless and successful event.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 181

ADDRESS LONDON ROAD MARKYGATE LUTON AL3 8HH

182 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 08719 429281 WEB WWW.HOLIDAYINN.COM/LUTON-STHM1J9

HOLIDAY INN LUTON SOUTH Surrounded by acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, Holiday Inn Luton-South is in a well-connected location close to Luton Airport and local business parks, and just two minutes off the M1 motorway. The Holiday Inn Luton South boasts 5 function suites able to hold up to 200 delegates, 140 bedrooms and a stylish lounge, bar, and restaurant. There is also a health and leisure club with an indoor heated swimming pool and ample free car parking.

Accommodation • 140 stylish bedrooms • TVs with in-house movies • Coffee and tea making facilities • Private dial out telephones • Trouser press • Hair dryer • 24-hour room service Dining/Entertainment • Borders Restaurant serving a selection of classic dishes and traditional grills

This is a perfect venue for all types of conferences, meeting or events.

• Borders Bar and Lounge

Meeting Facilities • 5 air-conditioned conference rooms

Leisure Facilities

• All-inclusive meetings packages

• Indoor heated swimming pool

• Wi-Fi internet access throughout*

• Two fully equipped gymnasiums

• ISDN lines in selected meeting rooms

• Steam room

• Dedicated modem connections

• Spa

• Dual-line telephones

• Beauty room

• 300 car parking spaces

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 183

ADDRESS ST GEORGES WAY STEVENAGE HERTFORDSHIRE SG1 1HS

184 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01438 346070 WEB WWW.HISTEVENAGE.COM

HOLIDAY INN STEVENAGE Holiday Inn Stevenage is the perfect location for your business meetings, with its excellent transport links – 20min and 45min drive to Luton Airport and Stansted Airport respectively and a 5 min walk to Stevenage train station, which has you arriving into London’s Kings Cross in just 19mins.

Holiday Inn Stevenage has a team of dedicated and experienced conference and events staff that will be on hand to ensure that you’re catered for in the best possible way and that your event is a complete success.

Our meeting & events offering; • 8 state of the art meeting rooms with capacity for up to 400 delegates • Dedicated conference floor • FREE Wi-Fi • Air conditioning throughout • Business centre facilities • Natural daylight in all meeting rooms • Delegate stationery • State of the art technical equipment

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100

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140

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 185

ADDRESS PILL ROAD ABBOTS LEIGH BRISTOL BS8 3RA

186 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01275 373393 WEB WWW.LEIGHCOURT.CO.UK

LEIGH COURT For a stunning venue, fantastic location and a faultless event, choose Leigh Court. The traditional grade II listed mansion house in Abbots Leigh, Bristol has a selection of both intimate and spacious suites for conferences of all shapes and sizes, all set in 25 acres of private parkland. As one of the South West’s most prestigious venues, the friendly team at Leigh Court offers a complete event management service that delivers to your exact requirements. Each event is co-ordinated with dedication and detail, whether it’s a small meeting or a large-scale conference.

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With ample free parking and rolling parkland at delegates’ disposal, Leigh Court is also perfect for hosting more adventurous outdoor events and activities. Leigh Court is the venue of choice for conferences, seminars and training course; product launches; meet the buyer events; outdoor pursuits and team building days; and corporate parties, balls, and celebrations. Leigh Court makes life simple by offering an introductory day delegate rate package of only £29.50 +VAT per person (usually £39.50 +VAT).

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 187

ADDRESS REDCLIFFE HILL BRISTOL BS1 6SQ

188 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01179 689872 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

MERCURE BRISTOL HOLLAND HOUSE HOTEL The Mercure Bristol Holland House Hotel, one of Bristol’s finest hotels, has undergone an extensive refurbishment, transforming its bedrooms and public spaces. The new look is inspired by local influences, creating a modern and contemporary feel, while the hotel is staying true to its locally inspired roots and brings Bristol’s past and present to life. The hotel caters both for leisure and business guests, with twelve conference rooms for meetings of all sizes, ideal for any business event. The hotel’s leisure facilities include a large heated pool, fitness suite and a spa where guests can indulge in a relaxing massage or treatment in one of the hotels fourteen treatment rooms as part of their stay.

Conference organisers can be assured that whatever the event, a conference or meeting suite is available to suit their needs. Enhanced by its central location and sheer style, the hotel is the obvious choice for high profile events. Free internet access is available throughout the hotel giving guests to opportunity to stay connected with colleagues 24 hours a day. All conference suites are blessed with natural daylight and air conditioning. The 12 luxurious conference suites are accompanied by a dedicated lounge and break out area with the flexibility to comfortably cater for intimate meetings of eight or a banqueting feast of 220 delegates.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 189

ADDRESS SOUTHERNHAY EAST EXETER EX1 1QF

190 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01392 412812 WEB WWW.MEETWITHMERCURE.COM

MERCURE EXETER SOUTHGATE As Exeter’s largest hotel-based conference and banqueting facility, the elegant 4-star Mercure Southgate Exeter Hotel is among the most impressive venues in the South West. With outstanding comfort and excellent facilities, this jewel in the heart of Devon is the epitome of 21st century style and is the venue to host your meetings and events. Accommodating up to 150 delegates, the hotel’s nine flexible meeting and conference suites are superbly designed in a contemporary style and feature multimedia and communication facilities, making the hotel ideal for both small and large meetings.

Through our ‘Meet with Mercure’ offer, all delegate packages include complimentary fibre optic Wi-Fi and LCD projectors, plus inclusive refreshments from mid-morning breaks to afternoon tea. Our range of packages can be all-inclusive or bespoke and can be tailored to your individual requirements. The hotel offers guests a perfect blend of historic and contemporary settings in a central location. Our hotel has 156 en-suite bedrooms, an excellent restaurant plus spa and leisure facilities.

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100

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 191

ADDRESS BONDEND LANE UPTON ST LEONARDS GLOUCESTER GL4 8ED

192 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0844 815 9077 WEB WWW.MERCUREGLOUCESTER.CO.UK

MERCURE GLOUCESTER BOWDEN HALL HOTEL Set in 12-acres of sweeping parkland, the Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall Hotel has 6 meeting rooms, all fully equipped with complimentary high speed WiFi, audio-visual equipment and space for up to 180 delegates with 150 free on-site car parking, and yet only three miles from Gloucester City Centre. The hotel has 72 bedrooms and our dedicated team work hard to meet your every need, making the Mercure Gloucester Bowden Hall the prefect venue.

At Mercure we pride ourselves with our meeting services and will have our meeting hosts on hand during your time with us to ensure that your day runs smoothly. We ensure that our business services and conference facilities meet the highest expectations. We will set up your meeting room exactly to your specifications. We offer a range of equipment to hire for your event. Simply let us know what you need and we’ll arrange it for you. Access to the hotel is easy – we are three miles from Gloucester’s rail links and five miles from Junction 11a off the M5.

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 193

ADDRESS ACORN HOUSE 381 MIDSUMMER BOULEVARD MILTON KEYNES MK9 3HP

194 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01908 200250 WEB WWW.MKCOMMUNITYFOUNDATION.CO.UK

MK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Situated in the heart of Milton Keynes, the MK Community Foundation’s flexible, fresh, bright spaces are designed to suit your needs and budget. From small one-to-one meeting rooms to conference space for up to 140 delegates, we have the perfect room for you. All meeting rooms are fully equipped with the necessary up to date equipment making it the ideal place to hold your training days, meetings, events or conferences.

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Alongside the welcoming staff that are here for you throughout the process of your booking, our experienced Venue and Client team are committed to making your event or meeting a complete success, so you can relax while we take care of your every eventuality. We offer more than just meeting rooms. Every time you book a meeting room with MK Community Foundation the profits from your booking filter back to the charity for grant making to improve, transform and strengthen communities across Milton Keynes.

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140

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140

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 195

ADDRESS ROPE WALK COXSIDE PLYMOUTH PL4 0LF

196 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 08448 937938 WEB WWW.NATIONAL-AQUARIUM.CO.UK

NATIONAL MARINE AQUARIUM The National Marine Aquarium is the perfect place to get away from the tired traditional venues and experience an underwater world full of vibrancy and colour with an array of relaxing surroundings for meetings and entertaining. The National Marine Aquarium delivers a professional and impressive working environment that easily rivals any dedicated conference venue.

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Our rooms are able to accommodate parties and delegates from as few as 10 people and up to 80. All spaces are available either individually or together and can be laid out in formal or informal table plans, and used for all sorts of events from breakfast meetings, board meetings and formal conferences, to banquets, balls and corporate events. The National Marine Aquarium recognises that every conference and meeting is individual to the company or booker. However, our day delegate rates offer a comprehensive and flexible solution to a complete day of conferencing.

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200

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150

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EDDYSTONE REEF

180

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130

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SHARK TUNNEL

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BLUE PLANET

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VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 197

ADDRESS WINDSOR ROAD WATER OAKLEY WINDSOR SL4 5UR

198 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01753 609 988 WEB WWW.OAKLEYCOURT.CO.UK

THE OAKLEY COURT The Oakley Court is one of the finest, most renowned county house hotels in the South of England, and a stunning venue for business or private celebrations. Coupled with our golf course, tennis courts, leisure club, fine dining and riverside terrace it will be a venue treasured and talked about by your guests for years to come. The Oakley Court is situated on the banks of the River Thames, set in 33 acres of landscaped gardens and conveniently located just 20 minutes from Heathrow Airport and 40 minutes from London.

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The Oakley Court has 15 dedicated boardrooms and four additional unique meeting spaces to suit gatherings of all sizes. All are equipped with all the modern facilities you would expect including natural daylight, air conditioning, flipcharts, screens, and some with plasma television screens. Our more unique rooms range from original rooms of the mansion house which are over 150 years old with high ceilings and original features, to a purpose built function room on the banks of the Thames known as The Boathouse.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ETON SUITE

–

2.7

4.8

WINDSOR SUITE

2.8

200

120

160

22.8

10.0

HENLEY SUITE

–

2.79

KINGSTON SUITE

–

6.2

2.74

5.8

LIBRARY

–

BOATHOUSE

–

9.3

4.9

2.8 5

MARLOW SUITE

–

2.79

RICHMOND SUITE

–

7.7

2.74

SITTING ROOM

–

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 199

ADDRESS MILLBAY ROAD PLYMOUTH DEVON PL1 3LF

200 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01752 522205 WEB WWW.PLYMOUTHPAVILIONS.COM

PLYMOUTH PAVILIONS Plymouth Pavilions is a venue with an exceptional reputation for hosting conferences, exhibitions, concerts, sporting events and banquets, coupled with being in an accessible venue in the heart o f Britain’s Ocean City. We can accommodate conferences from 500 to 2500 delegates with 1800m2 of exhibition space and a full banqueting service for up to 700 diners. Also included in the venue hire are 5 x dressing rooms, 3 x backstage rooms, Arena Bar, The Point, Mall and Liquid Live. Plymouth Pavilions has staged many events including GMB Union, Rotary International, The Herald Sports Personality of the Year and Business Awards.

MEETING ROOM

Our events, technical and catering teams provide a first class and highly professional service from the early planning stages of an event, right through to its conclusion and follow up. A dedicated Event Coordinator will ensure that your event is a success and will maintain a relationship with you to guarantee future events improve and grow, year on year. We can arrange accommodation and familiarization trips through our Conference Plymouth Partners to ensure delegates enjoy their stay with us.

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CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

2500

–

560

700

–

BACKSTAGE ROOMS

–

ARENA BAR

162

–

112

–

THE POINT

–

LIQUID LIVE

–

THE MALL

–

ICE RINK

–

ARENA

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 201

ADDRESS WALTHAM CLOSE STANSTED AIRPORT LONDON CM24 1PP

202 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01279 661012 WEB WWW.RADISSONBLU.CO.UK

RADISSON BLU HOTEL STANSTED AIRPORT The Radisson Blu Stansted Airport is located at the heart of one of the UK’s busiest airports and is the only hotel directly linked to the airport and its rail and coach stations. The hotel also sits in the heart of Essex, enjoying easy transport links to London and Cambridge. Situated on the ground floor, the 26 fully adaptable meeting and event rooms offer any delegate the perfect environment for a successful business meeting. All meeting rooms offer everything you need from an abundance of natural daylight from their floor to ceiling windows, air conditioning and complimentary fast Wi-Fi.

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Well known for its excellent services, facilities, and friendly staff, the Radisson Blu Stansted is the natural choice for your next conference from small groups to large events up to 400 people. With the option of three restaurants and a fully equipped health club the hotel caters for every need from individual travellers to large corporate events plus situated in the atrium of the hotel is the famous Wine Tower Bar which is home to almost four thousand bottles of wine!

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ESSEX

400

180

–

250

280

21.5

4.3

14.9

ESSEX 1

120

14.9

4.3

7.0

ESSEX 2

120

14.9

4.3

7.0

ESSEX 3

120

14.9

4.3

7.0

MEETING ROOM 1

–

5.0

2.8

4.0

MEETING ROOM 2

–

5.0

2.8

4.0

MEETING ROOM 3

–

7.0

2.8

3.6

MEETING ROOM 4

–

7.0

2.8

3.6

MEETING ROOM 5

7.0

2.8

3.6

MEETING ROOM 6 & 7

7.2

2.8

7.0

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 203

ADDRESS MAIDENHEAD ROAD WINDSOR SL4 5JJ

204 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01753 498555 WEB WWW.WINDSOR-RACECOURSE.CO.UK

ROYAL WINDSOR RACECOURSE Royal Windsor Racecourse is situated in 165 acres of beautiful Berkshire countryside on the banks of the River Thames, and overlooked by Windsor Castle. The Racecourse offers a delightful blend of the traditional and the modern, and our enviable facilities include 23 meeting rooms, 3 banqueting suites and the picturesque Riverbank Marquee. We are ideally located only 10 miles from London Heathrow Airport, 22 miles from Central London and with easy access from the M25, M4 and M3 motorways, making our venue perfectly accessible for your event. We are a fantastic venue for events including

MEETING ROOM

product launches, business exhibitions, motor shows, trade fairs and wedding exhibitions. Whether you are organising a public show for 10,000 people, or seminar for ten delegates, we have a range of facilities to exactly meet your needs. We also have the space and setting to cater for photoshoots, corporate training or fun days, exhibitions, and wedding receptions. Royal Windsor is well placed to provide your event with those extra touches of elegance and expertise only a premier venue can provide.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CASTLE SUITE

300

150

220

300

42.0

2.6

9.0

GRANDSTAND 1

–

7.0

2.6

9.0

GRANDSTAND 2

–

7.0

2.6

9.0

GRANDSTAND 4

7.0

2.3

9.0

GRANDSTAND 5

7.0

2.3

9.0

GRANDSTAND 6

7.0

2.3

9.0

GRANDSTAND 7

7.0

2.3

9.0

RIVERBANK MARQUEE

300

–

250

40.0

3.0

10.0

ROYAL SUITE

300

150

200

250

42.0

2.3

9.0

THE PADDOCK SUITES

7.0

2.3

5.0

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 205

ADDRESS PARK END STREET OXFORD OX1 1HP

206 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

ADDRESS EGROVE PARK OXFORD OX1 5NY

TELEPHONE 01865 288846 WEB 01865 288846

SAÏD BUSINESS SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD World-class venues suitable for any event

Egrove Park

Our professional and dedicated team are here to help you arrange the perfect event from a variety of residential and non-residential options for up to 300 delegates.

Located two miles from the City Centre and offers a retreat setting with plenty of free parking and comfortable bedrooms.

We have two unique and diverse world class venues to choose from. Park End Street Located in the heart of Oxford city centre, offering immediate access to the train station adjacent to the venue. The impressive West Wing opened in 2012 and offers a wide variety of conference, meeting and exhibition facilities, finished and furnished to the highest of standards and with stunning architecture. Highlights include three oak-panelled Harvardstyle lecture theatres each seating up to 76 delegates, three large flexible classrooms, and 18 boardroom style seminar rooms.

There are a wide variety of rooms, from the Clifford Barclay lecture theatre seating up to 110 delegates to a selection of flexible classrooms and sixteen syndicate rooms most of which seat six to ten delegates. The dining room offers catering for a variety of functions including breakfast, buffet lunch, dinner or private dining. With a vast amount of experience in conferencing and events, when you book with Conference@ SaïdOxford you will be in safe hands. The team is committed to ensure the success of your event and will offer advice and support from initial enquiry through to planning, delivery and post-event evaluation.

Two Unique Venues in the Heart of Oxford: • City Centre Location (Park End Street Venue) • Free car parking (Egrove Park Venue) • Award winning catering • Attentive service • Dedicated and highly professional audio-visual team • Residential (Egrove Park)

Our aim is to work in partnership with every client to offer a truly personalised service.

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 207

ADDRESS B1000 HERTFORD ROAD WELWYN HERTFORDSHIRE AL6 0JB

208 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01438 717793 WEB WWW.TEWINBURY.CO.UK

TEWIN BURY FARM HOTEL Tewin Bury Farm’s fusion of old and new combines unique and beautiful settings with modern comforts and advanced audio-visual facilities – the perfect combination to make your business conference or corporate event in Hertfordshire especially memorable. The stunning surroundings of this highly acclaimed venue provide inspirational, riverside settings for a variety of business events and functions – including conferences, exhibitions, product launches, staff team building events, strategy planning, award ceremonies and themed events.

Tewin Bury Farm Hotel has a great range of venues suitable for corporate and organisational use. We are able to host small boardroom meetings for two or more up to theatre-style meetings for 500 delegates. And our selection of 10 conference rooms – all conversions from 17th century farm buildings – provides corporate users with everything needed to run a successful conference or event. We have 29 double rooms and each bedroom is individually designed, with its own colour palette, sumptuous fabrics and stunning, locally-made oak furniture.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

MEADOW BARN

500

200

100

300

350

30.0

–

15.0

TYTHE BARN

150

13.0

–

7.9

MILLSTREAM

12.0

–

6.4

STABLE

100

11.6

–

5.0

TEWIN

–

7.8

–

7.8

RIVERVIEW

–

9.0

–

6.0

MIMRAM

–

8.7

–

6.0

BLACKSMITH

–

7.3

–

3.8

STOCKMAN

–

7.3

–

3.8

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 209

ADDRESS GRAND PARADE EASTBOURNE BN21 4DN

210 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01323 433900 WEB WWW.THEVIEWHOTELEASTBOURNE.COM

THE VIEW HOTEL EASTBOURNE Vision at The View Hotel Eastbourne is our purpose-built conference and events centre, with its own reception, operations team and business service facilities. The Vision benefits from wireless, high speed internet throughout, and the latest technology available to ensure a successful event. For easy unloading of equipment, there is direct access to the Vision from the hotel loading bay and there is a banqueting kitchen used exclusively for events within the Vision.

As part of the hotel’s multi-million pound refurbishment the Vision has undergone a pioneering redesign to reflect industry insight, leading trends and technology. The new Vision is a superior meeting, conference and training standard, designed to help you get the most from your meetings. Exciting new extras include superfast Wi-Fi, cutting edge facilities, state of the art break-out spaces and brighter meeting rooms. All Types of Events Catered For We cater for a huge range of corporate and leisure events, from team building to theme nights, champagne receptions to product launches, training and workshops to private dining and Christmas and birthday parties.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CENTRAL HALL

150

120

18.00

3.00

7.20 6.53

PIER SUITE 1

9.78

2.59

PIER SUITE 2

9.61

2.59

9.55

PIER SUITE 3

6.47

2.59

7.30

SEMINAR 5

–

10.89

2.33

4.82

SEMINAR 6

–

4.79

2.33

3.76

SEMINAR 613

–

10.89

2.33

4.82

HORIZON SUITE

–

120

25.6

2.59

6.4

MARTELLO SUITE

–

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 211

ADDRESS COCKFOSTERS ROAD HADLEY WOOD HERTS EN4 0PY

212 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 8216 3900 WEB WWW.BEALESHOTELS.CO.UK

WEST LODGE PARK Generations of excellence at your country retreat. Part of a unique business which has passed from father to son for eight generations from 1769, West Lodge Park has been a Beales Hotel since 1945. This AA 4 star, 1 Rosette country retreat boasts 59 luxurious bedrooms and the award winning Mary Beale Restaurant and Terrace Bar. Set in 35 acres of grounds, this is the joint highest rated 4 star hotel in Hertfordshire.

MEETING ROOM

The hotel has become the ideal venue for London and International based business, due to its location within the M25 – just 12 miles from Piccadilly Circus. Our team of experienced meetings and event organisers are on hand to deal with your every need – please do not hesitate to contact them today to discuss your requirements.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

JOHN EVELYN ROOM

LANCASTER SUITE

KING CHARLES ROOM

EDWARD BEALE ROOM

COVENTRY ROOM

–

CHANDOS

MAGNOLIA ROOM

–

HORNBEAM ROOM

–

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

–

8+6

–

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

7.9

3.8

5.7

10.5

3.1

5.3

8.2

3.8

5.6

7.3

5.3

–

5.4

3.8

4.3

–

4.2

2.9

4.5

–

4.2

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 213

ADDRESS WOODBURY CASTLE EXETER EX5 1JJ

214 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 01395 233382 WEB WWW.WOODBURYPARK.CO.UK

WOODBURY PARK Located just 10 minutes from J30 of the M5 motorway in 350-acres of stunning Devon countryside, Woodbury Park offers the perfect backdrop to any corporate event. Capacities range from 12 to 250 across 7 flexible function rooms and this venue perfectly blends the highest standards of facilities and service, with the warmth and hospitality the West Country is renowned for. The 4-star, 56-bedroom hotel offers a great base for business travellers, as well as beautifully appointed bedrooms for overnight delegates. All hotel guests are offered complimentary use of the outstanding leisure

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facilities, so the lines between business and pleasure can easily become blurred! Recently voted ‘Devon’s Best Wedding Venue’ in the 2015 South-West Wedding Awards, it’s clear that Woodbury Park know how to run functions and, with delegate packages starting at £25pp, it also represents amazing value for money for its corporate guests. There are 300+ complimentary parking spaces and good links to Exeter International Airport, which recently launched regular flights to and from London City Airport, so it has never been so easy to explore one of Devon’s hidden jewels.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

GREG NORMAN SUITE

250

–

130

200

25.0

7.0

12.0

COLIN CHAPMAN SUITE

–

4.7

2.3

4.7

PARK SUITE

–

11.8

2.3

9.0

OAKS ROOM

–

14.4

2.9

8.4

ACORNS ROOM

–

4.7

2.9

5.7

VENUES | SOUTH OF ENGLAND 215

ADDRESS 116 PALL MALL LONDON SW1Y 5ED

216 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7451 3107 WEB WWW.116PALLMALL.COM

116 PALL MALL 116 Pall Mall is an iconic landmark of London’s great Georgian heritage located just minutes from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. This magnificently restored Grade I listed building offers a flexible and versatile space for conferences, exhibitions, wedding receptions, dinners, awards ceremonies, filming, fashion shows, and more. Together with our Executive Chef and expert events team, we will help you to create an extraordinary event to remember for you and your guests. As well as being one of the most popular business venues in the capital, with thousands of IoD members and their guests visiting the premises every week, 116 Pall Mall is also perfectly located within walking distance of Charing Cross, Piccadilly and Embankment stations.

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The event spaces for hire range from the elaborate and traditional to understated and elegant, from the moment you enter the building, you will be surrounded by stunning Regency architecture and spectacular works of art. With capacities from 10 to 400 people, our exquisite function rooms can be hired individually or as a combination as many are interlinking. All rooms receive natural daylight and have air conditioning. Alternatively, for a weekend event, you can have exclusive use of the whole building, a rarity in central London and something which is guaranteed to impress your guests.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

NASH

300

180

WATERLOO

120

BURTON

140

ST JAMES 1

ST JAMES 2

W (M)

100

176

250

30.5

6.7

9.2

13.1

6.1

30.5

100

12.8

4.6

9.2

8.8

5.8

7.9

12.2

5.5

4.9

TRAFALGAR 1

7.9

5.5

6.1

TRAFALGAR 2

8.8

5.5

7.9

THE CARLTON ROOM

150

–

150

7.9

–

30.5

VENUES | LONDON 217

ADDRESS 30 EUSTON SQUARE LONDON NW1 2FB

218 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 8453 4610 WEB WWW.30EUSTONSQUARE.CO.UK

30 EUSTON SQUARE 30 Euston Square is a Grade II* listed building and headquarters of the Royal College of General Practitioners. The modern event spaces benefit from a grand Victorian façade and original Greek revival style entrance hall, providing a seamless merger of the traditional and modern styles.

State Rooms and Rooftop Terrace combine the 2nd largest space. The rooms are bright and airy and offer a contemporary atmosphere from day to evening. Euston Room benefits from two screen locations, portable staging and built-in PA system, which creates a versatile facility available in a number of layouts, whatever your needs.

Located by Euston and King’s Cross stations and boasting the specialist exam centre and 41 boutique bedrooms, 30 Euston Square is designed to fulfil the most demanding of events.

For smaller meetings, the 18 ground floor meeting rooms are modern and have built-in AV equipment and accommodate 6-88 delegates in all different styles whilst the Heritage rooms are more traditional and accommodate 6-24 guests in boardroom layout.

300 seat tiered auditorium is the main space for conferences at the venue. Advanced AV equipment, dedicated 1Gbps fibre optic internet connection and unique design features create a comprehensive conference space and assure ultimate delegate experience.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

AUDITORIUM EXHIBITION SPACE

300

–

STATE ROOMS

140

120

160

–

EUSTON ROOM

200

120

–

STEPHENSON ROOM

–

G.4.5

–

G.1 AND G.2

–

OTHER GROUND FLOOR ROOMS

–

PRINCE’S GATE HERITAGE ROOM

–

OTHER HERITAGE ROOMS

–

VENUES | LONDON 219

ADDRESS ALEXANDRA PALACE WAY LONDON N22 7AY

220 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 8365 4199 WEB WWW.ALEXANDRAPALACE.COM

ALEXANDRA PALACE Alexandra Palace is an iconic Victorian styled building located in North London, housing nine versatile pillar free interlinking spaces of all different sizes. The venue can hold anything from a 50 person meeting up to banquets of 5,000 and conferences of 7,000, concerts, fashion shows, exhibitions, award ceremonies, sporting events and outdoor events – making it the ultimate destination to accommodate an array of different experiences. Alongside our conference DDR packages, we are able to create bespoke quotes to facilitate any type of event.

MEETING ROOM

Set within 196 acres of parkland, there are several on-site activities such as an ice rink, boating lake and a pitch & putt course, as well as outdoor terraces that boast panoramic views of London, making the venue the ideal location for BBQs and drinks reception as part of your team away day or summer party. Excellent transport links connect us to Central London in 20 minutes, and we offer 1,500 complimentary car parking spaces.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

GREAT HALL

7000

2000

–

3500

5000

WEST HALL

2500

1000

–

1200

1800

PANORAMA ROOM

800

270

–

480

PALACE SUITE

360

–

LONDESBOROUGH ROOM

170

–

PALM COURT 5

–

PALM COURT 3

–

PALM COURT 4

–

H (M)

W (M)

116.6

14-25

55.1

62.8

7.6-10.5

600

200

300

3.1-3.6

–

130

7.3

–

10.2

3.6

8.2

–

9.5

2.4

–

7.1

2.4

5.1

VENUES | LONDON 221

ADDRESS THE STRAND LONDON WC2N 5HX

222 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 08713 769012 WEB WWW.AMBA-HOTEL.COM

AMBA HOTEL CHARING CROSS Make the most of your stay or event at Amba Hotel Charing Cross, an oasis of calm housed within a beautiful Grade II listed building. Discover 150 years of heritage, attentive service and intuitive technology, which all combine to help you feel indulged and special. We’re here to give you more, from a truly amazing location.

With state-of-the-art, flexible facilities, fast, free, unlimited Wi-Fi and the latest AV technology, Amba Hotel Charing Cross has the idea venue for any kind of event, from a seminar to a sales conference. What’s more, you can rely on our expert events team to help make your events a success. Amba Hotel Charing Cross has nine meeting rooms, catering for 10-200 people.

Prepare to be amazed at how central Amba Hotel Charing Cross is. It proudly stands above Charing Cross railway station, only steps away from Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden’s shops, West End theatres and Soho’s nightlife. London’s many hidden gems are yours to discover and just moments away.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE BALLROOM

170

110

100

150

13.2

7.0

13.2

REGENCY

120

17.4

4.6

6.9

THAMES

10.7

4.6

6.8

CANTERBURY

9.8

4.6

6.7

WATERGATE

6.7

4.6

6.7

ADAM

6.1

4.6

6.7

NELSON

6.6

4.6

7.0

TRAFALGAR

6.4

4.6

7.0

BOARDROOM

–

10.0

4.6

4.4

VENUES | LONDON 223

ADDRESS BRYANSTON STREET LONDON W1H 7EH

224 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 08713 769027 WEB WWW.AMBA-HOTEL.COM/MARBLEARCH

AMBA HOTEL MARBLE ARCH The perfect place to pitch your idea or host a very special occasion, at Amba Hotel Marble Arch everything will look great and work seamlessly. For business meetings, relax in the knowledge that your event will benefit from a dedicated and personalised event co-ordinator along with a specialist AV team on hand behind the scenes. From extravaganzas to intimate meetings, Amba Hotel Marble Arch has everything and more to make your event memorable.

We have a dedicated events and AV team, and provide a dedicated Event Manager from the moment you enquire, through to the moment your event is all wrapped up. AV experts are on hand to help set up, give access to the latest technology, and provide last minute support. We’re here to make you look good and keep your guests delighted. Helping make your meeting one to remember before, during and after.

The Amba Hotel boasts 13 bright, spacious rooms, available in your ideal configuration, and can host from 2-500 guests, for a business event or a special occasion. The hotel also provides fast, free, unlimited Wi-Fi for everyone, and intuitive technology as standard, including TVs, interactive screens, projectors, conference phones and USB ports.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

EDINBURGH

400

200

300

–

EDINBURGH 1

140

110

–

EDINBURGH 2

140

110

–

HYDE PARK SUITE

250

130

120

200

–

CANTERBURY SUITE

–

CAMBRIDGE SUITE

–

LINCOLN SUITE

–

NORWICH SUITE

–

YORK SUITE

–

OXFORD SUITE

–

VENUES | LONDON 225

ADDRESS 65 QUEENS GATE KENSINGTON LONDON SW7 5JS

226 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7590 6909 WEB WWW.TOWNTOCOUNTRY.CO.UK/BPHOUSE

BADEN POWELL HOUSE A new, modern meeting space in the heart of central London. Baden Powell House is the ideal location for your event, situated in central London and just five minutes’ walk from two tube stations in South Kensington and less than 15 minutes’ walk from Earls Court and Olympia. We offer a selection of meeting rooms for between 2-50 people, a main hall with space for up to 300 people, and a beautiful rooftop garden with magnificent views over South Kensington – ideal for a meeting, summer barbeque or party. We have recently

MEETING ROOM

completed a refurbishment of our basement area, offering new, modern and spacious meeting rooms fully equipped with audio visual equipment, Wi-Fi access and a contemporary and relaxing communal area – it is a perfect space for all types of events, meetings, presentations and small parties. With accommodation on site, you can spend the night instead of facing a long commute home. So whatever your event, you can adapt our space to your needs.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CHARLES WILLIAMS ROOM

–

8.3

–

4.6

FALCON ROOM

–

6.5

–

5.6

CHARLES WILLIAMS & FALCON

–

8.3

–

5.0

EAGLE ROOM

–

7.5

–

5.1

KESTREL ROOM

–

7.5

–

5.1

EAGLE & KESTREL

–

15.0

–

10.2

KINGFISHER ROOM

–

5.6

–

4.6

ASSEMBLY HALL

300

–

140

–

17.1

–

14.1

HAWKHIRST ROOM 1

–

THE HAWKHIRST SUITE

100

Enquire

–

VENUES | LONDON 227

ADDRESS 96 EUSTON ROAD LONDON NW1 2DB

228 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7412 5522 WEB WWW.BL.UK/CONFERENCECENTRE

BRITISH LIBRARY The British Library is one of the world’s great libraries and home to over 150 million items, some of which date from more than 3,000 years ago. Opened in 1998, the Library is a triumph of design, and visitors can access the Library’s Reading Rooms but also see some of the nation’s Treasures on display, including the Magna Carta and original Beatles lyrics. The British Library’s state of the art Conference Centre has its own private entrance from the Piazza and offers exceptional and flexible facilities for conferences, meetings, product launches, lectures, private screenings, and media events. An impressive staircase leads from the manned reception area with a dedicated cloakroom to the upper level, while a lift is also provided for wheelchair access. This, combined with a full team of on-site technical expertise, ensures world-class delivery.

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In addition, there are five comfortable and individually designed meeting rooms allowing for 8-80 delegates. All rooms have natural daylight, electronic blackout blinds, climate control, and sound-proofing. Spearheaded by Oliver Peyton and with over 20 years’ experience in creating bespoke, corporate and private events, Peyton Events can provide a flawless event incorporating some of the UK’s best chefs, sommeliers and mixologists.

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ADDRESS 10-11 CARLTON HOUSE TERRACE LONDON SW1Y 5AH

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TELEPHONE 020 7969 5224 WEB WWW.10-11CHT.LONDON

CARLTON HOUSE TERRACE Described as one of London’s most fashionable addresses, this Westminster corporate events venue is superbly located in the heart of London for meetings, conferences, drinks receptions and fine dining. Catering for events up to 250 people down to small gatherings of two or more, your guests will be swept away by the grandeur of this beautiful Georgian property. With 11 flexible and versatile event spaces, very traditional and elegant in style and all offering an abundance of natural daylight with amazing views over The Mall & St James’s Park or Waterloo Place, Carlton House Terrace provides a perfect setting for your event and consistently maintains a high standard of service.

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Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout the building, and our AV team are on hand to assist with all your technical requirements to ensure that your event runs without a hitch. We understand how important food and drink are to ensure a good and memorable event and our catering partner, Searcys, offer a great selection of different menu options or bespoke alternatives to ensure this side of things is well taken care of.

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VENUES | LONDON 231

ADDRESS MARSH WAY RAINHAM RM13 8EU

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TELEPHONE 020 8596 5151 WEB WWW.CEMECONFERENCE.CO.UK

CEME CONFERENCE CENTRE CEME is a ‘Centre for Excellence’ reflected in the quality of the events and conference facilities through our ‘Accredited in Meetings’ Gold quality standard with the MIA – the only Gold venue in East London and members of Conference Centres of Excellence.

CEME is a not-for-profit regeneration charity offering exceptional value, and are signed up to Fair Pricing Policy. We are also a member of ‘inclusive London’ for the provision of mobility access and DDA compliance with level access throughout the site.

All 22 rooms have the latest AV technology, complimentary Wi-Fi, and natural daylight, while the centre has parking for 600 cars at special inclusive rates. Ideally located for London Docklands and The City, with excellent underground, train and road links.

We abide by our customer charter and the Meetings Industry Code of Practice to deliver outstanding value with the highest levels of quality and service, providing unrivalled versatility, adaptable break-out space, and dedicated Event Management and AV services.

We offer an abundance of natural daylight in all meeting rooms and public areas.

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VENUES | LONDON 233

THE CRYSTAL ADDRESS 1 SIEMENS BROTHERS WAY LONDON E16 1GB

TELEPHONE 020 7055 6400

The Crystal, London’s newest east London landmark building for meetings, conferences and events. Built my CoC Siemens experts, it has won title as the most sustainable events venue in the world running more than 80% of its energy off sustainable resources. Its modern architecture overlooking the Royal Victoria Docklands and a stone’s throw from the Emirates cable car offers guests an inspiring surrounding.

Our in house caterers Sodexo Prestige offer a scrumptious range of hospitality options for your event. Working with local suppliers to offer a sustainable menu when possible. From executive lunches to afternoon teas, fine dining and wine tastings our experts chefs offer seasonal and delicious menu choices that guests will remember.

The building boasts a large Auditorium seating up to 270 guests, a large lobby area and surrounding outside space perfect for product launches, BBQ’s and away day events. It is also home to 14 dedicated meeting room spaces, in built with state of the art technology including plasma screens, interactive white boards and conference recording kits. The opposite side of the building houses the world’s largest interactive exhibition on urban sustainability. The exhibition centres around a fun and optimistic look into the cities of tomorrow, today. The Exhibition is open to all bookers and can also be used for private functions.

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The area provides great transport links, being just a few stops from Waterloo. The centre is also within a five minute taxi ride of City Airport which links to 30 worldwide destinations.

VENUE 1 LINE 2 For help finding the perfect venue for your event call Conferences UK on 0845 351 9917 or visit us online at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

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VENUES | LONDON 235

ADDRESS 60 PENTONVILLE ROAD ISLINGTON LONDON N1 9LA

TELEPHONE 020 7282 5313 WEB DOUBLETREE3.HILTON.COM

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DOUBLETREE BY HILTON LONDON–ISLINGTON Islington has a whole lot to celebrate now the DoubleTree by Hilton has arrived on 60 Pentonville Road, and we want you to be the first to enjoy everything we have to offer. The hotel has spent £15M on refurbishment, rebranding, and extension. We offer 372 bedrooms, four state of the art meeting rooms, an in-house gym, executive lounge, and in-house bar & restaurant. DoubleTree by Hilton London Islington is located right at the hub of an extensive transportation network providing fantastic connectivity throughout the city. Angel tube station is a two minute walk from the hotel which gives you access to the City of London within minutes and King Cross St Pancras is just a brisk eight minute walk from the hotel.

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At the DoubleTree by Hilton London Islington, your special event is our top priority. Our dedicated events team has a wealth of experience that will ensure your special celebration, business event or evening reception will be successful. Conference packages at The Doubletree by Hilton London Islington have been designed to suit the exact needs of businesses today. With Day conference rates and 24 hour delegate rates that include accommodation.

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VENUES | LONDON 237

ADDRESS 9-23 MARSHAM STREET LONDON SW1P 3DW

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TELEPHONE 020 7222 9191 WEB WWW.EMMANUELCENTRE.COM

EMMANUEL CENTRE Emmanuel Centre is a truly unique place which is regularly used for examinations, AGMs, training seminars, council meetings, product launches, church gatherings, exhibitions, rallies, presentations, concerts and conferences. The building’s traditional charm and character comes with modern facilities and fully integrated in-house audio visual equipment. Originally built in 1928, this Grade 2 Listed building was designed by world renowned architect Sir Herbert Baker, and has a distinctive atmosphere with high vaulted ceilings inscribed with bible inscriptions. The Main Auditorium is completely circular and supported by 24 pairs of marble columns with natural light that penetrates through a huge glass dome and arched windows, finished off with original polished English Oak panels along the walls.

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The impressive main Foyer boasts a spectacular domed ceiling, marbled flooring, wide staircases, a prominent overhanging bronze light feature, and huge arched windows. The conference centre opened in 1997 and has proved a big success, attracting clientele from a wide variety of both commercial and charitable organisations. It offers a competitive yet uncompromising service with added value, affordability and flexibility, all within Westminster, Central London.

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250

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250

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VENUES | LONDON 239

ADDRESS 173 EUSTON ROAD LONDON NW1 2BJ

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TELEPHONE 020 7663 1100 WEB WW.FRIENDSHOUSE.CO.UK

FRIENDS HOUSE EUSTON At Friends House we offer 29 flexible, competitively-priced conference and meeting spaces ranging from a capacity of six delegates to our largest space, The Light, which boasts a maximum capacity of one thousand.

We ensure our facilities and services are competitively priced with options for all events and budgets. With the convenience of a central London location and excellent transport links, Friends House is the ideal venue for your event.

The Light has undergone a multi-million pound refurbishment to transform it from the original hall to the versatile and sustainable auditorium that it has now become, whilst retaining some of its key heritage features. With state-of-theart audio visual facilities, a stunning sky light and vaulted roof, The Light has become one of London’s newest standalone venues.

We are committed to minimising our impact on the environment in all our work. We use water and energy efficiently, use more renewable sources of energy, recycle as much as we can and reduce our contribution to air pollution. We also have a commitment to using organic, Fairtrade food and beverages, and to sourcing locally. With us, events don’t cost the earth.

THE LIGHT IS OUR MOST FLEXIBLE SPACE OFFERING YOU THE CHOICE OF CABARET SEATING FOR 120, AUDITORIUM SEATING FOR UP TO 1000 OR 24 EXHIBITION STANDS. WITH ITS OWN PRIVATE ENTRANCE AND A DEDICATED RECEPTIONIST, THE LIGHT ENSURES A WARM WELCOME AND ON-SITE SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR EVENT. MEETING ROOM GEORGE FOX

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VENUES | LONDON 241

ADDRESS 101 BUCKINGHAM PALACE ROAD LONDON SW1W 0SJ

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TELEPHONE 020 7868 6274 WEB WWW.GROSVENORHOTELLONDON.CO.UK

THE GROSVENOR HOTEL The Grosvenor is one of London’s great railway hotels with period features and an ambiance reflecting its unique Victorian heritage. The hotel, formerly known as the Thistle Victoria, is adjacent to the mainline railway station, and is also within walking distance of many of London’s famous landmarks including Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament.

There are eight meeting rooms offering purpose built boardrooms with plasma screens and high speed internet access alongside beautiful period feature event spaces. The largest room is The Orient suite, a versatile space that seats 100 in theatre style and 80 for dinner. The hotel also has two restaurants, a beautiful Lounge and Reunion, a Champagne and Cocktail bar.

The elegant and spacious hotel has 345 bedrooms including standard, deluxe and executive room types.

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7.9

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VENUES | LONDON 243

ADDRESS 225 EDGWARE ROAD LONDON W2 1JU

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TELEPHONE 020 7402 2400 WEB WWW.HILTONLONDONMET.COM

HILTON LONDON METROPOLE Hilton London Metropole is one of Europe’s largest hotel and convention centres with the space and flexibility to hold meetings and events of any size. The hotel offers a choice of 1,059 guest rooms, as well as six dining outlets for delicious food and drink. For relaxation, guests can enjoy the gym, pool, sauna and steam room in the LivingWell Health Club. The hotel is 20 minutes from Heathrow Airport via train, as well as a short journey from King’s Cross/St Pancras International station. Edgware Road underground stations are a two minute walk from the hotel providing access to four Underground lines.

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Hilton London Metropole has 42 conference and meeting rooms with 4,300 m2 of flexible, pillar-free space. The two major conference suites, the Monarch and King’s suites, can each accommodate 1,400 delegates theatre-style or 1,000 guests for dinner. Whether it is a board meeting for five people or a conference for 3,000 delegates, the hotel can accommodate all your meeting needs under one roof, right in the heart of London.

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ADDRESS LONDON ROAD BRACKNELL RG40 1ST

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TELEPHONE 01189 772550 WEB WWW.STANNESMANOR.HILTON.COM

HILTON ST ANNE’S MANOR Set in a beautiful country house on 25 acres of grounds, Hilton St. Anne’s Manor, Bracknell is a stunning hotel only 30 minutes from Heathrow Airport and conveniently close to some of the area’s greatest attractions, making it the ideal base for both business and leisure travellers alike. Whether holding a large conference, small board meeting, or grand celebration, Hilton St Anne’s Manor offers the ideal venue. The flexible meeting rooms are all tastefully decorated technically equipped and can cater for up to 200 people, and there is complimentary car parking for you and your guests.

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Whatever the occasion, we can offer the support, facilities, and location to make your event a success. Hilton St Anne’s Manor’s largest room, the St Anne’s Suite, offers the perfect solution for a conference, private dinner, celebration or meeting for up to 200 delegates. This spacious room features contemporary décor, air conditioning and is equipped with state-of-the-art technical installations. With flexible dining options and a dedicated Meetings & Events team on hand every step of the way, successful smooth-running events are made easy.

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VENUES | LONDON 247

ADDRESS EMPIRE WAY WEMBLEY MIDDLESEX HA9 8DS

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TELEPHONE 020 8902 8839 WEB WWW.HIWEMBLEY.CO.UK

HOLIDAY INN LONDON WEMBLEY Looking for the perfect venue for your next meeting or conference? The Holiday Inn London – Wembley offers modern, flexible space and dedicated support whether you are looking for a training room, a day conference or a residential meeting – we have it all to ensure your next event is a success. Our newly refurbished meeting space offers seven fully air-conditioned rooms, all with natural daylight and range from a small interview room for 10 delegates to a large conference space for up to 500 delegates. Everything has been designed with your business needs in mind to provide an efficient working environment from complimentary Wi-Fi, dedicated Business Centre to a fully flexible catering service.

Discover a home from home in one of our 336 bedrooms, all our spacious rooms offer comfortable beds, blackout curtains, Wi-Fi access and specially designed workstations. After a long day, enjoy the complimentary on-site fitness centre with the latest cardio equipment, 17 meter swimming pool plus a sauna and steam room. On-site parking is available with the hotel conveniently located outside London’s congestion charge zone. Central London is only 12 minutes by train. The following stations provide easy access to the hotel: Wembley Park, Wembley Stadium and Wembley Central. Our dedicated Events Team are always on hand to take care of all the planning and details, leaving you to free to focus on your aims.

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ADDRESS 4-18 HARRINGTON GARDENS KENSINGTON LONDON SW7 4LH

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TELEPHONE 020 7373 6030 WEB WWW.MILLENNIUMHOTELS.CO.UK

MILLENNIUM GLOUCESTER HOTEL The Millennium Gloucester Hotel & Conference Centre is a modern four-star deluxe hotel located in the heart of Kensington. The 610 guest rooms range from Standard accommodation to Club and Luxury Suites. Each has been designed to meet the needs of business and leisure travellers alike, with highspeed Internet access, digital flat-screen LCD TV, hospitality tray, and direct-dial telephone. One minute from Gloucester Road Underground Station, easy access is provided to the capital’s major attractions, world-class theatre, and exclusive shopping districts.

Much more than a venue, the Millennium Gloucester Hotel & Conference Centre is the perfect stage for a glamorous social event, an international convention, or meetings large and small. With 26 versatile private rooms able to hold between 8 and 650 persons, plus an experienced Meetings and Events team, success is assured. All rooms feature intelligent lighting, audio-visual and presentation technology to bring events to life. The Millennium Gloucester Hotel & Conference Centre is ideal for all occasions whether they be business or pleasure.

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VENUES | LONDON 251

ADDRESS 103A OXFORD STREET LONDON W1D 2HG

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TELEPHONE 020 7534 7146 WEB WWW.MSEMEETINGROOMS.CO.UK

MSE MEETING AND TRAINING ROOMS Save time and money on your meeting, training and conference needs.

We include:

Be it for interviews, board meetings, training days or a simple brainstorming, MSE have 15 superb rooms that can accommodate anything from 6–116 delegates. Modern and contemporary in style, our flexible rooms come fully equipped with the latest in audio visual equipment. Our dedicated service team will also ensure everything runs really smooth allowing you to concentrate on the business of the day.

• Chilled filtered water

Client feedback and customer satisfaction is very important to us. It is heartening that 96% of our customers say they would book again or recommend us to a colleague.

• Free flow tea, coffee and snacks • High speed Wi-Fi

“Save now” by booking your next event with MSE Meeting and Training Rooms.

• Room controlled audio visual • Data projector and screen

David Carnochan, Business Development email: david@msemeetingrooms.co.uk

• Stationary • Natural daylight • Foyer Breakout area • Catering on request

“WE NEEDED AVAILABILITY FOR OUR INDUCTION DAY TRAINING. THE TEAM AT MSE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN MORE HELPFUL IN TAKING CARE OF OUR ARRANGEMENTS”. MAURAT SAPCI, SALES DIRECTOR AT BEKKO MEETING ROOM

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ROYAL CHACE HOTEL ADDRESS 162 THE RIDGEWAY ENFIELD EN2 8AR

This renowned four star family run hotel is set in 6 acres of Rural Countryside. Being surrounded by our beautiful peaceful grounds helps to forget the constant buzz of the office and creates the perfect environment for a productive meeting or exhibition. Being situated just north of London and less than 3 miles from junction 24 on the M25 makes us an ideal location for all businesses. With over 200 free car parking spaces and unlimited wireless internet access we are ready for all your business needs at affordable prices Our traditional but contemporary ambience is clear in all of our 10 function rooms. The variety and versatilities of our rooms are vast and will suit all needs and expectations. Our capabilities start from a boardroom of 6 up to a conference for 210. Here at the Royal Chace Hotel we are the full package. We cater for your single day meetings up to your 24 hour events. Offering full and irresistible packages at affordable prices, we can cater for any function no matter how big or small to the highest standard.

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TELEPHONE 020 8884 8200 WEB WWW.ROYAL-CHACE.COM

VENUE 1 LINE 2 ADDRESS ADDRESS LINE 1 ADDRESS LINE 2 ADDRESS LINE 3 ADDRESS LINE 4

MEETING ROOM MEETING ROOM 1 MEETING ROOM 2 MEETING ROOM 3

TELEPHONE For help XXXX finding the perfect venue for XXXXXXXX your event call Conferences UK on 0845WEB 351 9917 or visit us online XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

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–

MEETING ROOM 10

–

VENUES | LONDON 255

ADDRESS 2 WHITEHALL CT LONDON SW1A 2EJ

256 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7451 0390 WEB WWW.THEROYALHORSEGUARDS.COM

THE ROYAL HORSEGUARDS HOTEL AND ONE WHITEHALL PLACE Situated just two minutes’ walk from Embankment Tube Station, this is a central London venue overlooking the River Thames and London Eye that can’t be missed; its chateau-like exterior dominates London’s river skyline. Built in 1884 for William Gladstone as a gentlemen’s club, One Whitehall Place offers a truly special historic setting for any event, boasting original height of fashion Victorian architectural features, some of which are the finest examples still in existence.

MEETING ROOM

You can create a totally unique event in One Whitehall Place for your conference, meeting, launch, dinner, drinks or party ranging from 30-250 seated, to 550 standing. The rooms provide a truly magnificent setting, and will leave your guests feeling they have experienced something special. The venue interlinks directly with 5-star Royal Horseguards Hotel, which offers 282 beautifully appointed bedrooms and suites. Like One Whitehall Place, the hotel is enhanced by its warm & welcoming team, who want nothing more than to provide genuine care for their guests and create long-lasting special memories.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

GLADSTONE LIBRARY

250

170

250

27.79

6.5

7.71

READING & WRITING ROOM

120

150

21.9

6.5

10.6

RIVER ROOM

10.2

6.5

10.6

MESTON SUITE

10.6

6.5

8.2

10.89

6.5

9.81

CHURCHILLS BAR

W (M)

WHITEHALL SUITE

170

27.53

6.5

7.75

WHITEHALL RECEPTION ROOM

100

17.65

2.76

10.75

CELLAR

–

THAMES ROOM

9.5

2.35

5.23

WATERLOO SUITE/ LONDON ROOM

5.25

2.8

5.2

VENUES | LONDON 257

ADDRESS ROSEBERY AVENUE LONDON EC1R 4TN

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TELEPHONE 020 7863 8065 WEB WWW.SADLERSWELLS.COM

SADLER’S WELLS Creative spaces for professional events: Sadler’s Wells is dedicated to bringing the very best events to London audiences. Sadler’s Wells is synonymous with style, design and accessibility. As a landmark theatre complex between media-savvy Clerkenwell and elegant Islington, Sadler’s Wells provides a contemporary flavour with boundless opportunities for creativity. A revolution in theatre design, the world famous Sadler’s Wells provides event organisers with thirteen contemporary purpose-built, entertaining conference spaces, including three flexible theatres and stylish front of house areas. The venue has recently hosted everything from large blue-chip conferences, fashion shows, product launches, and award ceremonies, to private dinners and exclusive drinks receptions.

MEETING ROOM

The 1,550-seat auditorium provides the ultimate event location with its advanced theatre technology, while the 200-seat Lilian Baylis Studio combines state-ofthe-art conference facilities with a real theatre atmosphere. The stylish, naturally lit Rosebery Room offers supreme versatility, providing a modern conference space by day and transforming by night into an elegant networking area. What’s more, Sadler’s Wells boasts an enviable location, based just minutes away from Angel underground and Kings Cross. See your event come to life at Sadler’s Wells.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

SACKLER & CRIPPLEGATE

–

PINA BAUSCH ROOM

THE KAHN

ROSEBERY ROOM

100

MEZZANINE LEVEL

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

7.0

1.8

3.5

–

7.8

2.5

4.2

–

10.0

2.4

6.0

–

12.0

2.5

9.8

100

–

160

–

LILIAN BAYLIS STUDIO

180

–

100

15.0

5.9

15.0

PEACOCK THEATRE

1000

–

SADLER’S WELLS THEATRE

1500

–

VENUES | LONDON 259

ADDRESS BATH ROAD, LONGFORD WEST DRAYTON HEATHROW LONDON UB7 0EQ

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TELEPHONE 020 8624 4008 WEB WWW.THISTLE.COM

THISTLE LONDON HEATHROW T5 When you’re planning an international business event, or seeking a stylish, flexible wedding venue within easy reach of London, look no further than Thistle London Heathrow Terminal 5. Our largest function room, the Aviation Suite, seats up to 700 people theatre-style, making it suitable for large conferences, banqueting and gala events; spacious, flexible and with easy access from the airport, it’s also a popular wedding venue. We have 12 further meeting rooms suitable for board and team meetings, training sessions, presentations, interviews and private dining, for parties of 30 to 550.

All our meeting rooms come fully equipped with air-conditioning, LCD projector, screen and superfast free BT Wi-Fi internet access. You can choose from a wide range of refreshments, including healthy options, and make use of our Runway View Restaurant, Bar & Terrace as well as the main hotel lounge. Whether you’re planning a board meeting or a birthday bash, our dedicated Meetings & Events team will help you from start to finish.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

AVIATION SUITE

700

350

–

350

540

30.0

5.3

17.0

CARAVELLE SUITE

–

8.9

2.3

5.0

CONVAIR SUITE

–

8.9

2.3

5.0

CURTISS

14.0

3.3

8.5

JOHNSON & BLERIOT

170

150

14.0

3.3

11.5

LONGFORD SUITE

300

180

200

20.0

3.3

14.0

MOLLISON

180

100

180

17.0

5.3

10.0

PERIMETER SUITE

–

7.0

2.9

7.4

PRINT ROOM

–

12.6

2.9

7.4

SCOTT

180

100

180

17.0

5.3

10.0

VENUES | LONDON 261

ADDRESS ST KATHARINE’S WAY LONDON E1W 1LD

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TELEPHONE 020 7423 8858 WEB WWW.GUOMAN.COM/THETOWER

THE TOWER HOTEL Few meeting venues in London can offer a setting to match The Tower Hotel. Our dedicated meetings and event facilities on the top floor, along with our amazing premier Tower Suite, provide an unrivalled range of space, comfort, and atmosphere with spectacular views over the River Thames and Tower Bridge. Rooms include our three Tower Suites, which can comfortably cater for up to 550 delegates with a theatre-style layout or 450 with a dinner dance layout; and 15 meeting rooms located on the 12th floor with additional breakout space, suitable for board and team meetings, training sessions, presentations, interviews and private dining.

MEETING ROOM

We provide fast, free, unlimited BT Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, and experienced and reliable support from our in-house AV Partners. Fun break options including our new Sweet Station (Tower Suites only) are available, as well as air conditioning and natural daylight. Our largest room, The Tower Suite, a spacious contemporary function room complete with breakout areas boasting amazing views over Tower Bridge, can accommodate up to 500 guests as a single space, or can be divided for ultimate flexibility.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

TOWER SUITES COMBINED

550

320

–

350

500

–

W (M) –

TOWER SUITE 1

200

120

160

15.3

3.5

13.2

TOWER SUITE 2

120

11.4

3.5

13.2

TOWER SUITE 3

220

128

160

14.8

3.5

13.2

BRIDGE SUITE COMBINED

140

–

150

–

BRIDGE SUITE 1

–

9.2

3.5

9.0

BRIDGE SUITE 2

120

–

13.0

3.5

10.8

VENUES | LONDON 263

ADDRESS 2 SPRING GARDENS LONDON SW1A 2TS

264 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7870 2900 WEB WWW.TRAFALGAR.HILTON.COM / WWW.THETRAFALGAR.COM

THE TRAFALGAR More than a hotel, The Trafalgar is a destination. With 129 well-appointed rooms, many with city or Trafalgar Square views, an open air rooftop bar that boasts an unrivalled backdrop of London, The Trafalgar is ideal for all your business and event needs. Located on the doorsteps of Trafalgar Square the hotel offers smart solutions for the business traveller. Experience the newly designed meeting spaces, kitted out with the latest in state-of-the-art technology and enjoy exclusive added luxuries unique to The Trafalgar, for meetings and events with style as well as substance. Stylish and unique, this boutique hotel is perfectly located within close reach of iconic London attractions and public transport.

Features:

Location: Minutes from Charing Cross, Piccadilly and Embankment underground stations . Good access to the Bakerloo line, which connects to Paddington for the Heathrow Express . Close to the business districts of the Strand, Pall Mall, Mayfair and St James’s Park

• Wedding licence

MEETING ROOM

• 129 contemporary guest rooms • 5 spacious event spaces • Open-air rooftop bar overlooking Trafalgar Square • 3 stylish meeting rooms • Fully-equipped Business Centre • Gym with latest performance equipment • High speed internet access in all guest rooms (chargeable) • Day-use rooms available upon request • Free Wi-Fi in public areas

For all enquiries please email events.trafalgar@hilton.com or contact Sales Manager Marina Young on 020 7870 2900 or marina.young@hilton.com.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

BOARDROOM

–

6.8

5.0

6.8

ROCKWELL BAR

–

180

–

STRATEGY

–

6.8

5.0

5.8

ROCKWELL ROOM

–

100

–

VISTA ROOFTOP BAR

–

180

–

VENUES | LONDON 265

ADDRESS 200 WHITTON ROAD TWICKENHAM TW2 7BA

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TELEPHONE 020 8831 7970 WEB WWW.TWICKENHAMEXPERIENCE.COM

TWICKENHAM EXPERIENCE Twickenham Experience comprises the hospitality arm of Twickenham stadium including all of the match day and non-match day conferences and events. The home of England rugby, Twickenham offers organisers more than just event space. Boasting some of the most versatile and flexible conference and events space in London, Twickenham provides a unique conference setting in one of the most iconic sporting venues. With free Wi-Fi available to all delegates, Twickenham offers comprehensive Day Delegate Rates, complimentary use of our 2,000 car parking spaces and inclusive AV equipment.

MEETING ROOM

Twickenham offers an extremely flexible range of conference and events space. 25 dedicated conference areas, some with a view of the hallowed turf, inspire anything from 2 to 800 delegates. The venue’s Live Room, situated in the purpose-built conference centre incorporates a collapsible tiered auditorium with seating for 550, a Green Room for event organisers, PA system, lighting rig and a complete range of AV equipment.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

BEAUMONT ROOM

200

–

112

300

32.9

2.9

22.9

BRUNEL 1

–

13.0

2.9

6.8

BRUNEL 2

–

13.0

2.9

6.8

BRUNEL 3

–

13.0

2.9

6.8

BRUNEL 4

–

13.0

2.9

6.8

CARLING ROOM

180

–

120

320

28.6

2.9

19.3

CHURCHILL SUITE

240

–

168

250

27.8

3.1

13.3

ELGAR SUITE

380

–

176

300

12.9

3.1

13.8

LIVE ROOM

550

–

300

28.8

9.6

21.2

VENUES | LONDON 267

ADDRESS ALDWYCH LONDON WC2B 4DD

268 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7836 2400 WEB WWW.WALDORF.HILTON.COM

THE WALDORF HILTON LONDON Situated in the heart of London’s West End and just a short distance from the famous city’s most recognisable landmarks and major attractions, The Waldorf Hilton London is ideal whether staying for business or pleasure. Well-appointed guest rooms, a wide range of dining options and a host of services and facilities, combined with one of the capital’s most desirable locations, guarantee a truly memorable stay. Just two miles from London’s financial district and featuring seven meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 1,850 participants, The Waldorf Hilton London is the ideal venue for you conference and event needs. Our largest meeting room is the Adelphi Suite, which measures 490m² and has capacity for up to 500 people. Location: Perfectly situated in the heart of the London’s West End, The Waldorf Hilton London is just a 5-minute walk from Covent Garden

MEETING ROOM

Market and 10 minutes from Trafalgar Square and the London Eye. The three major London airports of Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted are all just 90 minutes away. Features:

For all enquiries please email events.waldorf@hilton.com or contact Sales Manager, Anna Pethrus on 020 7836 2400 or anna.pethrus@hilton.com

• 298 guest rooms • 7 elegant meeting rooms • Iconic Palm Court • Stylish Homage restaurant and Good Godfrey’s Bar & Lounge • High speed wireless internet in all meeting rooms and public areas • High speed internet access in all guest rooms • Fully-equipped Business Centre • Fitness Centre and Indoor Pool

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ADELPHI 1

100

–

ADELPHI 2

–

ADELPHI 3

150

100

–

ADELPHI SUITE

350

260

–

240

380

–

EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

–

PALM COURT

150

–

180

–

ALDWYCH

–

WESTMINSTER

–

MACKENZIE

–

SYNDICATE

–

VENUES | LONDON 269

ADDRESS 183 EUSTON ROAD LONDON NW1 2BE

270 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7611 2200 WEB WWW.WELLCOMECOLLECTION.ORG/EVENTSPACES

WELLCOME COLLECTION Wellcome Collection is the free visitor destination for the incurably curious, exploring the connections between medicine, life, and art in the past, present, and future. Comprising flexible event spaces, thematic galleries, a library, café and bookshop, it has recently created new galleries, bringing new areas into use and linking layers of activity with a dramatic new spiral staircase and interconnected galleries. Wellcome Collection offers compact and carefully designed modern event spaces, which are fully accessible and open for business seven days a week. The centrepiece is the Henry Wellcome Auditorium, available with complimentary room

MEETING ROOM

hire of the Williams Lounge, which makes a fantastic space for all types of events. Four smaller meeting rooms (Franks, Steel, Dale and Burroughs), all of which are flexible in set-up, are also available, and finished to an extremely high specification with built-in AV equipment. The thought-provoking Medicine Now gallery can be hired for an evening drinks reception, while the gallery provides a truly unique backdrop that is especially conducive to networking, and is ideal for giving attendees an unforgettable event experience.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

154

–

16.3

5.6

10.6

WILLIAMS LOUNGE

–

10.3

2.6

18.9

DALE ROOM

8.8

–

6.5

FRANKS ROOM

7.7

–

11.5 6.6

WELLCOME AUDITORIUM

STEEL ROOM

7.7

–

FRANKS & STEEL

120

–

BURROUGHS ROOM

10.9

–

7.2

VENUES | LONDON 271

ADDRESS 81-103 EUSTON STREET LONDON NW1 2EZ

272 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 020 7380 0001 WEB WWW.THEWESLEY.CO.UK

THEWESLEY Exceptional events and meeting spaces in the first social enterprise venue in the UK. Only 2 minutes’ walk from Euston station and 10 minutes from the Eurostar Terminal at St. Pancras, TheWesley is the ideal setting for corporate and private events from 2-145 people. With flexible spaces and a dedicated support team our Day Delegate Rate package includes all the items you need to host a successful meeting, conference or event. All of our rooms have complimentary Wi-Fi and the latest AV equipment, as well as natural daylight and/or air conditioning.

Paying particular attention to ethical sourcing and healthy cooking, we know that good healthy food is essential to the success of your event and that’s why all our food is prepared daily onsite by our team of experienced Chefs. For one off events, we are happy to quote and tailor our package to match your specific needs. Including bespoke menus from homemade cakes to refreshing fruity smoothies, and special menus for guests with dietary requirements. Eat, sleep, meet, and enjoy the highest quality with the spirit of social enterprise.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

JOHN WESLEY

105

9.7

3.4

W (M) 8.9

HOXTON

10.1

3.4

4.7

HILDA PORTER

145

19.7

3.4

6.9

NEW ROOM

12.0

2.4

6.4

ALDERSGATE

6.4

2.4

6.1

ANNESLEY

6.4

2.4

6.2

EPWORTH

–

7.7

3.0

9.1

LUTHER

–

7.1

3.1

3.3

KINGSWOOD

–

7.1

3.1

3.4

MAATHAI

–

7.1

3.1

3.4

VENUES | LONDON 273

TELEPHONE 0131 220 4348 WEB WWW.ASSEMBLYROOMSEDINBURGH.CO.UK

274 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

ASSEMBLY ROOMS EDINBURGH Assembly Rooms is one of Edinburgh’s largest and most impressive multi-purpose event spaces, perfect for any occasion from conferences, dinners and performances to exhibitions, seminars and weddings. This iconic Georgian venue offers the Ballroom, Music Hall and Drawing Rooms. These stunning rooms provide elegant backdrops for any formal and informal occasions, day or night. The large and smaller rooms can be used either together or separately to provide the ideal environment for a diverse range of events.

MEETING ROOM

Large unbroken spaces bathed in natural light with grand chandeliers, gleaming gold leaf and large antique mirrors reflect the history and tradition of the building, while the very latest technology has been discreetly incorporated throughout. A range of layouts and seating options, including fixed and mobile retractable seating, are offered, making Assembly Rooms’ spaces highly flexible and versatile. Our professional team is always on hand to work in partnership with organisers, ensuring every need is catered for, and work hard to deliver successful and memorable events in breathtaking surroundings with all the modern facilities event organisers are looking for.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

MUSIC HALL

788

273

–

304

430

–

BALLROOM

400

210

–

180

320

–

WEST DRAWING ROOM

100

–

EAST DRAWING ROOM

100

–

OVAL ROOM ARTISTS ROOM 1

–

ARTISTS ROOM 2

–

ARTISTS ROOM 3

–

ARTISTS ROOM 4

–

WEST BALCONY SUITE

–

VENUES | REST OF THE UK 275

TELEPHONE 08456 038892 WEB WWW.CLASSICLODGES.CO.UK

276 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

CLASSIC LODGES The Classic Lodges Collection has 17 unique hotels and partner hotels all over the UK, from the Borders to the Sussex Downs, which are expert in hosting events and business meetings. Many have large-scale dedicated conference and event facilities, including our brand new orangery at Charingworth Manor Hotel in The Cotswolds in one of the most stunning locations of any business space you can image, with views for miles over the Cotswold Hills!

Our in-house teams are highly-experienced in organising and fronting conferences, top level meetings, training days, or product launches, and each of our properties has meeting rooms and syndicate spaces of varying sizes, so there’s one ideal for you. When the business of the day is over, or when delegates need a well-earned break in the proceedings, our team will look after you with refreshments, excellent menus and, in most cases, lovely grounds to explore and relax in.

Let us help you with: • Our full business service and event support • Team-building itineraries • Accommodation and private dining

CHARINGWORTH MANOR HOTEL MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

LONG ROOM

ORANGERY

124

ORANGERY AND LONG ROOM

160

120

UPPER CONSERVATORY

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

8.92

2.4

14.15

2.2

4.76

2.5

7.48

120

2.5

12.66

VENUES | REST OF THE UK 277

ADDRESS CONGRESS ROAD GLASGOW G3 8QT

278 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 0141 306 9988 WEB WWW.CPGLASGOW.COM

CROWNE PLAZA GLASGOW Located on the banks of the River Clyde, interlinked with the SECC and adjacent to the SSE Hydro, Crowne Plaza Glasgow really is the perfect location for your next conference, meeting or event.

Taking you straight through from day to night, the Mariner Bar and Restaurant is the perfect place to wind down after a successful day and then one of the 283 bedrooms gives you the space you need to relax in comfort.

You have a choice of 15 meetings rooms including the stunning Argyll Suite that can hold up to 800 delegates, plus the flexibility that most of the meeting rooms can be combined or divided to create a venue just the right size for your meeting or event. Not only do they have the space they have the lots of added extras such as Wi-Fi throughout, on-site car parking, an on-site AV specialist plus a Conference Café that acts as an all day break out area for guests.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ARGYLL

800

370

–

528

540

18.3

4.9

33.0

CASTLE SUITE

300

192

260

12.8

2.8

20.5

CASTLE 1

100

12.8

2.6

8.5

CASTLE 2/3

12.8

2.6

6.0

ISLAND SUITE

276

150

168

220

9.1

2.6

23.0

EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

–

9.8

2.6

5.5

ROCKALL

6.0

2.6

5.2

MALIN

6.0

2.6

5.2

HEBRIDES

6.0

2.6

5.2

ORKNEY

6.7

2.4

5.2

VENUES | REST OF THE UK 279

ADDRESS 24-26 NEWPORT ROAD CARDIFF CF24 0DD

280 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 02920 435042 WEB WWW.MERCURE.COM

MERCURE CARDIFF HOLLAND HOUSE HOTEL The Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel blends sophisticated business and conference suites with refurbished spacious bedrooms. It also features the new dining area, known as the Urban Bar and Kitchen, an open-plan space with statement booth style seating offset by a magnificent circular bar. The hotel caters both for leisure and business guests, with fifteen conference rooms for meetings of all sizes, ideal for any business event. The hotel’s newly repositioned Spa leisure facilities include a large heated pool, a luxurious fitness suite and a spa with sauna, steam room and jacuzzi where guests can indulge in a relaxing massage or treatment in one of the hotels fourteen treatment rooms as part of their stay.

MEETING ROOM

Conference organisers can be assured that whatever the event, a conference or meeting suite is available to suit their needs. Enhanced by its central location and sheer style, the hotel is the obvious choice for high profile events. Free internet access is available throughout the hotel giving guests to opportunity to stay connected with colleagues 24 hours a day. All conference suites are blessed with natural daylight and air conditioning. The 15 luxurious conference suites are accompanied by a dedicated lounge and break out area with the flexibility to comfortably cater for intimate meetings of 8 or a banqueting feast of 550 delegates

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CALON

700

250

450

550

5.7

23.7

CALON 1

350

160

192

5.7

23.7

CALON 2

225

110

132

5.7

19.5

CAERNARFON SUITE

200

128

160

2.4

BRECON SUITE

100

2.3

CAERLEON SUITE

–

2.3

4.3

KIDWELLY SUITE

–

2.3

TREDEGAR SUITE

–

2.3

PEMBROKE SUITE

2.3

CAERPHILLY SUITE

–

2.3

VENUES | REST OF THE UK 281

ADDRESS CATHAY PARK CARDIFF CF10 3NP

282 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 02920 573387 WEB WWW.MUSEUMWALES.AC.UK/CARDIFF/HIRE

NATIONAL MUSEUM CARDIFF National Museum Cardiff is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Located in the heart of the civic centre, with its impressive pillars and domed roof, the Museum can provide a perfect location for your next conference, training day, meeting or event. With excellent transport links, a central location and dedicated parking, the Museum offers a range of rooms to support corporate events of any size, from a small meeting to a drinks reception for 400. All-inclusive Day Delegate Packages are available which includes room and technical hire, refreshments and lunch.

MEETING ROOM

For a daytime conference, there is a range of flexible room options available, including the Oriel Suite, Court Room, Clore Discovery Centre or Reardon Smith Theatre, which can accommodate from 10 to 340 delegates. For larger scale evening events, balls, dinners or drinks receptions, the Museum offers a range of options to suit your needs. The Grand Hall and beautiful Impressionist Galleries can accommodate between 100 and 400 guests, depending on event requirements.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

LLOYD GEORGE ROOM

–

DYLAN THOMAS ROOM

–

AUGUSTUS & GWEN JOHN ROOM

–

ORIEL SUITE

100

–

COURT ROOM

–

REARDON SMITH THEATRE

340

–

140

–

ORIEL RESTAURANT CLORE DISCOVERY CENTRE

–

GRAND HALL

400

250

–

320

250

–

ART GALLERIES

100

–

VENUES | REST OF THE UK 283

ADDRESS OYSTERMOUTH ROAD SWANSEA SA 3RD

284 MEETINGS GUIDE MANUAL 2016

TELEPHONE 02920 573600 WEB WWW.MUSEUMWALES.AC.UK/SWANSEA/HIRE

THE NATIONAL WATERFRONT MUSEUM The National Waterfront Museum in Swansea is a creative and innovative space to hold a conference or event. Located within Swansea’s vibrant Maritime Quarter, close to the city centre, the National Waterfront Museum has excellent transport links, convenient parking and a range of spaces to suit meetings and events of all sizes.

For smaller gatherings, the Cityside and Dockside rooms can accommodate 15-20 delegates sitting boardroom style or up to 50 theatre style, and provide ideal additional breakout spaces. All-inclusive Day Delegate Packages are available which includes room and technical hire, refreshments and lunch.

The newest conference facility is the Ocean Room. Situated overlooking the Marina, the Ocean Room accommodates up to 120 delegates for conferences and up to 80 guests for dinners or lunches.

The largest of the Museum’s first floor galleries, the Warehouse Gallery can accommodate 250 standing or 200 dinner guests. In addition, situated under a glass canopied ceiling at the entrance to the Museum, the Weston Hall has a capacity of up to 400 guests standing or 240 seated guests. Both spaces are perfect for launch events, drinks receptions, award ceremonies and conference dinners.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

VIVIAN ROOM

–

CITYSIDE ROOM

–

DOCKSIDE ROOM

–

NEW GALLERY

–

THE COLONNADE

–

WAREHOUSE GALLERY

250

–

180

–

UPPER FOYER & MARINA BALCONY

–

WESTON HALL

250

–

250

–

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ADDRESS 301 ARGYLE STREET GLASGOW G2 8DL

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RADISSON BLU HOTEL GLASGOW The stylish Radisson Blu Hotel Glasgow is located in the heart of Glasgow’s vibrant city centre. You’ll find a variety of entertainment and business venues on the doorstep of this hotel. Located within Glasgow’s financial district, the hotel is also within close proximity of fantastic shops, restaurants and convenient to all transport links to destinations both in and out of the city. Inside the hotel you will find 247 well-appointed bedrooms, excellent food and beverage facilities, superb meeting and events space, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout and a fully equipped gym and swimming pool. A unique concept to Glasgow, the Radisson Blu offers a choice of design in bedrooms in addition to the luxurious Corner Suites and the fabulous Apartment.

MEETING ROOM

The Radisson Blu Glasgow has a purpose built Meeting & Events floor comprising of 14 meeting rooms, three large event rooms and two private function bars. With one of the largest event spaces in the city, this facility can cater for up to 550 people for a dinner and for a theatre set up 800 delegates. A dedicated Meeting & Events host will ensure your event is a success from the initial planning right up until your guests leave the hotel.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

MEGALITHIC

800

360

–

280

550

28.8

3.4

20.2

THE ARCHES

7.0

2.7

10.0

THE ACADEMY

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

ABC

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

13TH NOTE

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

THE SCOTIA

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

MONO

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

BUCHANAN

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

THE BARRAS

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

APOLLO

–

6.6

2.7

3.9

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ADDRESS RUE DE L’ETAU ST HELIER JERSEY JE2 3WF

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TELEPHONE 01534 671100 WEB WWW.RADISSONBLU.CO/HOTEL-JERSEY

RADISSON BLU WATERFRONT HOTEL JERSEY The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel Jersey is located on the attractive Elizabeth Marina next to St. Aubin’s Bay. The hotel is perfect for conferencing and team away days, ideally situated five minutes’ walk from the town centre and financial district. Jersey Airport is only 20 minutes’ drive whilst the ferry terminal is a five minute walk.

With five elegant meeting rooms and a spectacular conference space, the hotel offers some of the island’s finest conferencing facilities for up to 400 delegates. The Le Hocq Suite, with its panoramic views over the bay, is perfect for corporate events or private banquets, and all rooms are equipped with built-in audio-visual equipment and high-speed Internet access.

The hotel features 195 rooms, equipped with modern amenities and offering complimentary Wi-Fi. The newly refurbished Waterfront Bar, Restaurant, and Terrace provide the perfect place to relax after a long day, or for a team social gathering.

There are an abundance of team building activities available within easy reach of the hotel, meaning you can maximise the ROI on your event. Renowned for its excellent cuisine, there are also an enormous array of quality restaurants to choose from in Jersey, making it the perfect choice for your next event.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ROCCO TOWER

400

184

–

184

240

–

ROCCO 1

100

–

ROCCO 2

100

–

ROCCO 3

100

–

ELIZABETH ROOM

120

–

SEYMOUR SUITE ARCHIRONDEL SUITE

–

KEMPT SUITE

–

LE HOCQ SUITE

–

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ADDRESS CARDIFF CF11 9XR

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TELEPHONE 02920 419337 WEB WWW.THESSESWALEC.COM

THE SSE SWALEC STADIUM Completed in less than eighteen months and costing a cool £9.5 million, The SSE SWALEC is a 16,000 strong capacity sporting arena with impressive state of the art conferencing facilities and ultra-quick Wi-Fi. The venue has a unique setting, situated in beautiful historic parkland, within half a mile of Cardiff city centre and with easy access from the M4, The SSE SWALEC has become the venue of choice in a city renowned for its superb event facilities. Contemporary and stylish design, integrated audio-visual equipment and client-friendly facilities are attributes which set The SSE SWALEC apart and enhance a deserved reputation as one of the finest venues in Wales with strong environmental credentials.

The in-house catering team and much-lauded Chefs are advocates for sourcing the best local ingredients sustainably and first-class customer service standards from the knowledgeable event management staff ensure that whatever your requirement, The SSE SWALEC can provide a solution. Throughout the entire venue, 2,000 guests and delegates can be accommodated for conferencing and banqueting, across a diverse range of function suites, suitable for accommodating a small private meeting or up to 1,000 people theatre style or 500 for dining at one time. With views across the international cricket ground, it’s sure to make your event one to remember.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

INDOOR SCHOOL

1000

350

–

350

700

–

8.0

–

MEMBER'S LOUNGE

120

–

110

220

–

2.4

–

MUSEUM OF WELSH CRICKET

100

–

160

–

2.5

–

PREMIER SUITE

120

–

140

–

2.4

–

SYTNER BMW LOUNGE

250

–

100

200

–

2.7

–

PYRAMID HYGIENE LOUNGE

150

–

120

–

3.0

–

PRO COPY LOUNGE

100

–

120

–

2.7

–

BOX 19

–

2.4

–

BOX 20

–

2.4

–

BOX 21

–

2.4

–

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ADDRESS BUTE PLACE CARDIFF CF10 5AL

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TELEPHONE 02920 634667 WEB WWW.WMC.ORG.UK/VENUEHIRE

WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE When you’re looking for the perfect conference venue, you need a space that’s remarkable on the outside, with a warm, comfortable welcome on the inside – complete with plenty of space and modern facilities – and you’ll find exactly that at Wales Millennium Centre. Whether you’re planning conferences, hospitality events or performances, we’re at the forefront of what a modern, international conference venue can achieve. With innovative architecture and modern design, the award-winning building is a vibrant, stunning and internationally recognised venue for arts and culture.

MEETING ROOM

We’re home to some of Britain’s most notable events; the Centre is a conference venue that provides a world-class stage for a broad range of events and performances – from business meetings, large business conferences and banqueting events, to major musicals and world-class dance and opera. With over 15 different spaces available in a wide variety of sizes and styles, you’ll be able to find the room that specifically suits your business needs. Please see some examples below.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

DONALD GORDON THEATRE

1897

400

–

450

550

33.0

–

32.0

HODDINOTT HALL

445

–

REHEARSAL ROOM 1

250

–

180

200

20.0

–

16.0

WESTON STUDIO

250

–

180

200

16.0

–

19.5

REHEARSAL ROOM 3

250

–

180

200

20.0

–

16.0

PRESELI ROOM

130

–

11.7

–

14.0

JAPAN ROOM

–

7.7

–

10.2

SELIGMAN ROOM

–

5.1

–

11.4

DAVID MORGAN ROOM

–

5.1

–

11.4

SONY ROOM

–

5.1

–

8.5

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A–Z VENUE INDEX 116 PALL MALL

216

CLASSIC LODGES

276

30 EUSTON SQUARE

218

CONFERENCE ASTON BIRMINGHAM

104

ALEXANDRA PALACE

220

COPTHORNE HOTEL BIRMINGHAM

106

COPTHORNE HOTEL MERRY HILL – DUDLEY

108

ALOFT LIVERPOOL HOTEL

AMBA HOTEL CHARING CROSS

222

CROWNE PLAZA CHESTER

AMBA HOTEL MARBLE ARCH

224

CROWNE PLAZA GLASGOW

279

ARMADA HOUSE

150

CROWNE PLAZA NOTTINGHAM

110

ASSEMBLY ROOMS EDINBURGH

274

THE CRYSTAL

234

ASSEMBLY ROOMS, BATH

152

DERBY MUSEUMS

ASTON VILLA FOOTBALL CLUB

100

DONNINGTON GROVE COUNTRY CLUB

162

BADEN POWEL HOUSE

226

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON LONDON–ISLINGTON

236

BASEPOINT FOLKSTONE

154

DRAYTON MANOR

112

BEALES HOTEL

156

DUNCHURCH PARK HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE

114

BOLTON WHITES

EARL OF DONCASTER

BRITANNIA STADIUM

102

THE ELVETHAM

BRITISH LIBRARY

228

EMIRATES OLD TRAFFORD

42 164 44

CARDEN PARK HOTEL

EMMANUEL CENTRE

238

CARLISLE BUSINESS CENTRE

EVENT EXETER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

166

CARLTON HOUSE TERRACE

231

EVENTCITY

CASTLE HOTEL WINDSOR

158

EXCHANGE HOUSE TAUNTON

168

THE FORUM CONFERENCE & BANQUETING SUITES

170

CASTLEGATE

CEME CONFERENCE CENTRE

232

FRESHA EXETER

172

THE CENTRE SLOUGH

160

FRIENDS HOUSE EUSTON

240

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LEIGH COURT

186

GRAND HARBOUR HOTEL SOUTHAMPTON

174

LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND

128

THE GROSVENOR HOTEL

242

LMI CONFERENCE CENTRE

HILTON BLACKPOOL

62 130

MAC BIRMINGHAM

HILTON BRACKNELL

176

MANCHESTER AIRPORT MARRIOTT HOTEL

HILTON LONDON METROPOLE

244

MANCHESTER CENTRAL

MANCHESTER CENTRAL LIBRARY

HILTON MANCHESTER DEANSGATE

HILTON ST ANNE'S MANOR

246

MANCHESTER CONFERENCE CENTRE

HOLIDAY INN BRISTOL AIRPORT

178

THE MANCHESTER VICTORIA & ALBERT HOTEL

HOLIDAY INN BRISTOL CITY CENTRE

180

MAPLE HOUSE BUSINESS CENTRE

HOLIDAY INN DONCASTER

132

MERCURE BLACKBURN DUNKENHALGH HOTEL & SPA

HOLIDAY INN LONDON WEMBLEY

248

MERCURE BRANDON HALL HOTEL & SPA

134

HOLIDAY INN LUTON SOUTH

182

MERCURE BRISTOL HOLLAND HOUSE HOTEL

188

HOLIDAY INN SOLIHULL

116

MERCURE CARDIFF HOLLAND HOUSE HOTEL

280

HOLIDAY INN STEVENAGE

184

MERCURE EXETER SOUTHGATE

190

HOLIDAY INN STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

118

MERCURE GLOUCESTER BOWDEN HALL HOTEL

192

IMAGO

120

MERCURE LAST DROP VILLAGE HOTEL & SPA

MERCURE MANCHESTER PICCADILLY HOTEL

THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE TELFORD

122

MERCURE SHEFFIELD ST PAULS HOTEL & SPA

JURYS INN BIRMINGHAM

124

MILLENNIUM GLOUCESTER HOTEL

250

KING POWER STADIUM

126

MK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

194

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH

THE KP

MSE MEETING AND TRAINING ROOMS

252

THE LANCASTRIAN CONFERENCE & BANQUETING CENTRE

NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AND EXHIBITION CENTRE

136

A-Z VENUE INDEX 295

A–Z VENUE INDEX NATIONAL COAL MINING MUSEUM FOR ENGLAND

THE SSE SWALEC STADIUM

290

138

SWINTON PARK

NATIONAL MARINE AQUARIUM

196

TEWIN BURY FARM HOTEL

208

NATIONAL MUSEUM CARDIFF

282

THISTLE LONDON HEATHROW T5

260

THE NATIONAL WATERFRONT MUSEUM

284

TOWCESTER RACECOURSE

146

NSPCC NATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE

140

THE TOWER HOTEL

262

THE OAKLEY COURT

198

THE TRAFALGAR

264

PLYMOUTH PAVILLIONS

200

TWICKENHAM EXPERIENCE

266

RADISSON BLU HOTEL GLASGOW

286

THE VIEW HOTEL EASTBORNE

210

RADISSON BLU HOTEL LIVERPOOL

THE WALDORF HILTON LONDON

268

WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE

292

NATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE

RADISSON BLU HOTEL MANCHESTER AIRPORT

RADISSON BLU HOTEL STANSTED AIRPORT

202

WELL MET

RADISSON BLU WATERFRONT HOTEL JERSEY

288

WELLCOME COLLECTION

270

RAMADA PLAZA SOUTHPORT

THEWESLEY

272

RENAISSANCE MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE HOTEL

WEST LODGE PARK

212

THE REP

142

WOODBURY PARK

214

THE ROYAL ANGUS HOTEL

144

WORSLEY PARK MARRIOTT HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB

ROYAL CHACE HOTEL

254

YARNFIELD PARK

THE ROYAL HORSEGUARDS HOTEL

256

ROYAL WINDSOR RACECOURSE

204

SADLER’S WELLS

258

SAÏD BUSINESS SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

206

SOUTHPORT THEATRE

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