Life Christmas Brochure 2013

CONFERENCE AND BANQUETING

BRING YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY TO LIFE Book by Friday 4 October 2013 and 1 in 10 guests goes F R E E

For a Christmas celebration with added sparkle, choose Life.

Our new range of festive entertainment packages are available to book now. Whether you want an informal lunch, a glitzy company dinner or something a little more unusual, let Life create your perfect event.

Life offers a choice of festively decorated rooms and sumptuous seasonal food (locally sourced where possible) created by our award-winning chef.

Choose from our range of party packages, or get in touch to book your own private event. Large groups can even hire the whole Science Centre for a truly unique celebration!

All parties include a disco, so you and your fellow revellers can take to the dance floor and enjoy lively party tunes courtesy of our resident DJ.

We look forward to welcoming you to Life this Christmas.

B O O K I N G S: (01 91) 243 821 6 or em a i l e n quiries@lifec onferencing.org.uk W E B S I T E: lifec onferencing.org.uk

FINEST FESTIVE PARTY NIGHTS S AT U R D AY 1 4 a n d 2 1 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 3 Begin the evening with a glass of Bucks Fizz on arrival before you tantalise your taste buds with an indulgent three course dinner of the finest festive fayre.

Then dance the night away with our DJ and disco.

M E N U

Tomato and roasted pepper soup with toasted pesto bread ( V ) or Salmon scallop with prawns and mangetout, served on rustic winter leaves with a fresh herb crème fraiche or Smooth chicken liver parfait served with slices of duck, pigeon and chicken, resting on curly endive and walnuts with a kumquat sauce

Butter basted roast Northumberland turkey with sage and onion stuffing, chipolata bacon roll, cranberry sauce and roast pan gravy or Braised rump steak cooked in a red wine and tarragon sauce, with wild mushrooms, asparagus and leeks or Butternut squash, yellow pepper and courgette red thai curry, with fennel and caraway rice, mini naan breads and mint yoghurt dip ( V ) Thyme roasted potatoes Selection of seasonal vegetables

Individual Christmas pudding with Cointreau and orange ice cream with brandy sauce or Banoffee tart served with a sultana and cinnamon Anglaise and winter berries or Selection of Durham blue, Hadrian and Cotherstone cheeses with grapes, celery and cheese biscuits

Coffee and petit fours

Price: £39.50 per person Time: 7.00pm – 1.00am Food will be served at 7.45pm prompt.

Crackers, hats and novelties included.

For more information and to book please call: 0191 243 8216 or email enquiries@lifeconferencing.org.uk

SLEIGH RIDE PARTY NIGHTS F R I D AY 1 3 a n d 2 0 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 3 Start the night with a festive journey on the North East’s only 4D Motion Ride (showing ‘Sleigh Ride’ throughout the Christmas period). Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or bottle of beer on arrival, then indulge in a sumptuous three course meal and dance the night away with our DJ and disco.

M E N U Fanned Galia melon and prawn platter, fresh dill Marie Rose sauce and rustic winter leaves or Carrot and coriander soup ( V )

Braised Cheviot lamb rump cooked in a port and rosemary sauce, with diced peppers, potato pearls, button onions, artichoke and mushrooms or Crispy stir-fry vegetables and Quorn simmered in a black bean sauce, with egg noodles and prawn crackers ( V ) Thyme roasted potatoes Selection of seasonal vegetables

Individual raspberry charlotte with a blackcurrant and kirsch sauce

Coffee and mints

Price: £29.50 per person Time: 6.45pm – 1.00am Food will be served at 7.45pm prompt.

Crackers, hats and novelties included.

Please arrive promptly for the 4D Motion Ride, last ride 7.20pm.

BUFFET PARTY NIGHTS F R I D AY 2 9 a n d S AT U R D AY 3 0 N OV E M B E R , a n d F R I D AY 6 , S AT U R D AY 7 a n d T H U R S D AY 1 9 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 3 Our classic festive party package: enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or bottle of beer on arrival, and tuck in to a delicious two course hot fork buffet.

Then dance the night away with our DJ and disco.

M E N U Tender strips of Northumberland beef topside, gently cooked with leek, onions, red wine and grain mustard with a basmati lentil rice Pork and chicken, stir fried with pak choi and egg noodles, flavoured with hoi sin and orange sauce Pasta gnocchi dumplings simmered in a spinach and thyme cream sauce with aubergines and courgettes ( V ) Minted new potatoes Panache of seasonal vegetables

Rich dark chocolate truffle served on a light chocolate sponge with a strawberry and black pepper purée Apple and blackberry delice with a Calvados and apricot sauce

Coffee and mints

Price: £24.00 per person Time: 7.00pm – 1.00am Food will be served at 7.45pm prompt.

Crackers, hats and novelties included.

For more information and to book please call: 0191 243 8216 or email enquiries@lifeconferencing.org.uk

DISCO PA R T Y LUNC H F R I D AY 2 0 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 3 If you prefer a daytime celebration, this is the perfect choice for you.

Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or bottle of beer on arrival, followed by a seasonal three course lunch, then dance the afternoon away with our DJ and disco.

M E N U Winter vegetable and pearl barley broth, served with baked tomato bread ( V )

Butter basted roast Northumberland turkey with sage and onion stuffing, chipolata bacon roll, cranberry sauce and a roast pan gravy or Broccoli and parsnip cutlets studded with chopped hazelnuts, served with a chunky carrot sauce flavoured with ginger ( V ) Thyme roasted potatoes Panache of seasonal vegetables

Traditional Fruit Christmas pudding with vanilla pod ice cream and brandy sauce

Coffee and mince pies

Price: £16.00 per person Time: 11.30am – 3.30pm Food will be served at 12 noon prompt, Crackers, hats and novelties included.

S U N D AY D I S C O PARTY NIGHTS S U N D AY 8 a n d 1 5 D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 3 Every night’s a party night at Life this Christmas, including Sundays.

Ideal for busy employees who prefer to celebrate after, rather than before, a hectic Christmas weekend. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or bottle of beer on arrival, followed by a tasty fork buffet.

Then hit the dance floor with our DJ and disco.

M E N U Tender strips of chicken gently cooked in brandy, paprika, mustard and mushrooms with cream, served with buttered penne Beef chilli con carne with tomatoes and peppers, with garlic bread and sweetcorn rice Casserole of Quorn, courgette and celery bound in a tomato and pesto sauce with roasted peppers ( V ) Midi roast potatoes Cauliflower and broccoli in a mature cheddar cheese sauce

Homemade sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce

Coffee and mints

Price: £17.50 per person Time: 7.00pm – 1.00am Food will be served at 8.30pm prompt, Crackers, hats and novelties included.

For more information and to book please call: 0191 243 8216 or email enquiries@lifeconferencing.org.uk

TAKE OVER THE SCIENCE CENTRE! Our extraordinary Science Centre makes a unique venue for larger parties; we can accommodate 150 people for a sit-down dinner on the mezzanine level, overlooking the Science Centre, or up to 450 diners on the Science Centre ground floor.

Both spaces can accommodate more guests for a buffet style event (up to 600 on the ground floor), and have room for a dance floor, DJ, band, or other entertainment options.

For a sit-down meal, including a glass of beer or wine on arrival, choose from the menus on the following page, or get in touch to discuss other options, including buffet menus.

Complete the experience with a journey on our 4D Motion Ride, showing ‘Sleigh Ride’ throughout the festive period.

Whatever your requirements, our team will work with you to tailor-make your perfect Christmas party. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

M E N U

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Cream of broccoli soup flavoured with Northumbrian cheddar, sprinkled with herb croutons ( V )

M E N U

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Cream of mushroom soup finished with wild mushroom and chives ( V )

Roast loin of pork with chorizo sausage, bacon lardons, red onions and sun-dried tomatoes with a pan roast gravy

Butter basted roast Northumberland turkey with sage and onion stuffing, chipolata bacon roll, cranberry sauce and roast pan gravy

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Casserole of flat cap mushrooms, leeks and asparagus braised in a grain mustard sauce, with roasted red peppers and saffron rice ( V )

Baked brie and brioche bread and butter pudding, set in a light savoury baked custard, with roasted pepper layers and a tomato red pesto sauce ( V )

Thyme roasted potatoes Selection of seasonal vegetables

Thyme roasted potatoes Selection of seasonal vegetables

Chocolate and orange cheesecake with a peach and brandy sauce

Winter berry and white chocolate cheesecake, with a mint and blueberry puree

Coffee and mints

Coffee and mints

Price: £29.50 per person Time: 7.00pm – 1.00am Food will be served at 8.15pm prompt.

Crackers, hats and novelties included.

Please arrive promptly for the 4D Motion Ride, last ride 8.00pm.

For more information and to book please call: 0191 243 8216 or email enquiries@lifeconferencing.org.uk

S K AT I N G @ L I F E For an alternative to over-indulging in festive fare, put your Christmas party plans on ice. Hire our open air ice rink for an exclusive skate, ideal for groups of all ages and sizes.

Exclusive hire of rink: £495 for one hour (maximum 100 people, includes skate hire)

And the festive cherry on your Christmas cake?

Add a thrilling 4D Motion Ride – we’ll be showing ‘Sleigh Ride’ throughout the festive period.

4D Motion Ride: from £100

Complete the experience with your choice of food and drink: Option 1 - £2.95 per person Deluxe hot chocolate and a cookie.

Option 2 - £5.99 per person Hot roast meat sandwiches in warm ciabatta bread with a choice of tea or coffee (vegetarian option available), plus hot chocolate and a cookie during or after your skate.

Option 3 - £5.00 per person Mulled wine and mince pies.

Option 4 - from £12.50 per person Choose from one of our finger or fork buffets (menus on request).

Please call us on 0191 243 8216 to discuss options.

Minimum numbers apply.

For more information and to book please call: 0191 243 8216 or email enquiries@lifeconferencing.org.uk

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF BOOKING • All of the party packages listed in the brochure are subject to availability.

• Bookings cannot be confirmed without a £10 deposit per person.

• All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

• Provisional reservations must be confirmed within 14 days of the initial reservation and will be deemed invalid if formal confirmation is not received within those 14 days.

• Final numbers must be confirmed and full payment received four weeks before your event.

• Any non-attendance or reduced numbers after the balance due date will still be subject to payment.

• All monies are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable. No refunds will be given for lost deposits. Should your numbers reduce, the monies lost cannot be used against wine, drinks or the final balance. Party organisers are advised to inform all members of their party of this policy.

• Please advise us in advance if you have anyone in your party with specific dietary requirements.

• With the exception of specified arrival drinks, drinks are not included in the package price.

• Only alcohol purchased from Life Conference and Banqueting may be consumed on the premises.

• Private parties are most welcome and are accepted on an agreed minimum number.

• All guests attending a function must dine with us. Please note that there will be no admission to guests attending lunches after 1.00pm and evening events after 9.00pm unless this has been previously arranged with the management.

• All information is correct at time of going to print. The management reserve the right to amend or cancel events without prior notification.

• Management reserve the right to cancel events should minimum numbers not be achieved.

We will endeavour to offer an alternative date/event of the same or higher value.

• Deposits and pre-payments are refundable for events cancelled by Life Conference and Banqueting.

• All prices include VAT at 20%. We accept cash, credit and debit cards. Cheques can be made payable to Life Conference and Banqueting.

DID YOU KNOW...

Life is an independent and self-funding charitable trust. We do not receive any public funding.

The revenue generated through Life Conferencing and Banqueting helps us to fulfil our charitable mission: Life aims to be the most innovative place in the world for uniting people who are passionate about science.

We ignite and nurture a curiosity in everyone for science, technology, engineering and maths and encourage the next generation of STEM professionals. We support world-class science in the region and make a positive economic, social and cultural contribution to North East England and its communities.

Life Conference and Banqueting is situated in the heart of Newcastle city centre, just two minutes’ walk from Newcastle Central Station. We are one of the few city centre locations with private road access and on site parking for guests.

TAXI FIRMS

METRO AND TRAINS

To aid your journey home from Life we recommend three reputable taxi companies and advise you to pre-book before your event.

Newcastle Central Station is conveniently located just two minutes’ walk away, providing high speed and light rail links to locations across Tyne and Wear and beyond.

Five Star Taxis: (0191) 222 0555 LA Taxis: (0191) 287 7777 NODA Taxis: (0191) 222 1888

H OT E L S If you require accommodation in Newcastle for the evening, our team will be happy to give you a list of recommended hotels offering preferential rates.

Life Conference and Banqueting, Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4EP Telephone: (0191) 243 8216 Fax: (0191) 243 8201

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