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CONFERENCE GUIDEBOOK AND BEST MEETING PLACES 2016 Northern Ireland’s dedicated guide for Conference & Event Planners
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CONFERENCE GUIDE
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We have brought together some of the leading Conference Venues and Suppliers in Northern Ireland in one place to help you make your next meeting or conference successful
Top Conference Venues Belfast City Belfast Castle Castlereagh Hills Golf Course Clayton Hotel Crescent Arts Centre Crumlin Gaol Fitzwilliam Hotel La Mon Hotel Malone House Merchant Hotel, Belfast Stormont Hotel The Lyric Theatre Ulster Hall Waterfront Hall
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Silverbirch Hotel Todds Leap
Cover Property EIKON Exhibition Centre
Inishowen Gateway Hotel
Corporate AV Hire Saville Audio Visual
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Hotel Group McKeever Group
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Published by: The Wordworks Partnership (Limited) Suite 60. Enterprise House Balloo Avenue, Bangor BT19 7QT Tel: 028 9147 2119 info@twworks.co.uk
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Co Londonderry Millennium Forum Visit Derry
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Conference Hotels Listing
Co Fermanagh Lough Erne Resort The Manor House Hotel Share Discovery Centre
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AV Services
Co Down Banbridge Old Town Hall Cultra Manor Down County Museum Edenmore Golf & Country Club Carriage Rooms at Montalto House SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence
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Co Antrim Bushmills Inn EIKON Exhibition Centre Galgorm Resort & Spa Lagan Valley Island Larchfield Maldron Hotel
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The Northern Ireland Conference Guidebook 2016 team
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Editor Gavin Walker Sales Jenny Belshaw Finance Margaret Walker Design Alexander Bright
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Could Northern Ireland event attendees expect a greeting to be performed by a synthetic pre-programmed dinosaur robot
THE ROBOTIC ARM OF CUSTOMER SERVICE Chartered Marketer and licensed customer service and digital marketing trainer Christine Watson takes a look for Northern Ireland Conference Guidebook at the changing customer service demands of meeting and conference venues by a key target customer segment – event planners.
uly 2015 witnessed the opening of the world’s first hotel serviced by robots. Could Northern Ireland event attendees expect a greeting at a venue reception desk to be performed by a synthetic pre-programmed dinosaur robot, toy-sized robot or humanoid robot like the Henn-na Hotel (which roughly translates to ‘Strange Hotel’) in Nagasaki, Japan? Devoid of the novelty factor would any local event planner and event delegate be convinced that this recent development is a positive thing for customer service delivery in local venues? Many of us will have experienced robotic customer service delivery before, either at the hands of the notoriously annoying self-service checkouts in supermarkets, which continually find
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unexpected items in the bagging area, or by a disengaged service professional counting down the hours to the end of their shift. Whilst avoiding many of pitfalls of service by human error and negative attitude, the question of whether a mechanical question and answer session with a robot could truly deliver service excellence and empathy on the scale that consumers have come to expect from those they invest valuable money or time in. It is also unlikely that pre-programmed service robots can be helpful when service professionals, striving for excellence, are to expect the unexpected from customers. When the novelty of the robot encounter wears off would the positive lasting impression be of the warm welcome our region prides itself on? continued on page 4
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Whilst we, in Northern Ireland, await this novelty (and I, like you, do wonder which of our hotels might invest in this trend first), restaurants in Newark Airport are changing food service with the introduction of ipads to replace many of the human encounters or touchpoints we are accustomed to, such as, viewing the menu, ordering and paying. The role of the service professionals has become one of simply serving food and drinks and clearing tables. I personally found each human encounter rather robotic and unattached, although I admit to valuing the ability to work and surf from their fully charged ipad, saving the battery as well as potential charges on my own mobile device.
The Northern Ireland position Back to Northern Ireland conference venues, many of which I am proud to boast within my client portfolio or have experienced as either an event planner or attendee many times over. The first step in an organisation’s customer service excellence journey is to understand who their customers are, both internal and external to the business. This is followed by an assessment and understanding of difference customer needs and expectations, which in itself are not fixed and change over time. It is an organisation’s responsibility to match their product and service offering with what the customer will deem satisfactory, or better still – excellent! Take WIFI for example. Some establishments have chosen to install signs which request their clientele not to dare asking for a WIFI code instead they ask their customers to please talk to each other. Clearly an undesirable venue for a business customer who sees WIFI as an essential necessity in order to meet a deadline. As former Chair of The Chartered Institute of Marketing Ireland board a key consideration in our choice of venues for both the annual Marketing Excellence Awards ceremony as well as our regular training workshops and inaugural conference was a free and reliable WIFI service for both us, as event planners and also our guests. This non-negotiable arises from a brand desire to engage not just the audience in attendance but a much wider base of consumers. Trending on twitter as a result of delegate social media activity is a valuable outcome that many event investors, including sponsors, now wish for. Event Tweetwalls which showcase live tweets are also becoming more common practice.
When was the last time your organisation reviewed who its various target customers actually were, delved into their needs and expectations and measured your deliverables against these various touchpoints? In customer service journey mapping these individual interactions are termed moments of truth, with some more important than others – for example the first impression, made in mere seconds and at times inaccurate and, of course, the last or lasting impression. A study trip that I attended with Failte Ireland to the Jumeirah hotel group portfolio which included The Burg Al Arab was enlightening for many reasons. The main takeaway focused on a comprehensive walk-through process. The Jumeirah group, like Lego, which has overtaken Ferrari as the most valuable brand in the world, do not start their customer journey analysis at the car park entrance or indeed the front door, but from the potential users very first interaction with the brand and the journey to, from and lifetime before and after. If a customer’s mood can impact their perception of service, even reality then long queues at the airport security can taint a brand attempt to create a positive first impression a short time later. Organisations such as Disney and Alton Towers take steps to entertain customers whilst they queue as well as a VIP parking space with your name on it if you pay enough for your room!
To bring this back to our venues for the benefit of our event planners, sponsors and attendees, our tips are as follows: 1. Understand who your target customers are
2. Continually assess customer needs and expectations 3. Do a Walkabout – take the customer journey yourself and with your event planner: An evaluation of your various deliverables against changing customer needs and expectations will look at the need to provide many things pre visit, during the experience and post visit including the: a. Distribution of accurate joining instructions to event planners to assist their communications with attendees include postcode, directions and parking advice b. Brand website and digital platforms are fit for purpose c. Offer of Free Wifi that is fast and reliable d. Delivery of a welcome at every event – publishing event signage on entrance to direct attendees rather than forcing them to queue at a reception area clogged with customers checking out e. Guarantee of food that meets everchanging dietary requirements f. Education of the event planner eg directions to the toilets and fire escapes g. Anticipation of late comers h. Positive lasting impression – have a member of staff on hand to say goodbye i. Thank you to the event planner for choosing your place as their place 4. Benchmark worldwide 5. Recruit team members with a positive, customer focused can do attitude 6. Make team members accountable 7. Allow autonomy with a customer charter and policies and procedures that enable your team to perform 8. Train your team to deliver excellent customer service and to recover service when issues do arise 9. Listen 10. Invest in customer service – take steps to continually improve your service to ensure the delivery of positive moments of truth Christine Watson Bsc (hons) DipM MCIM Chartered Marketer, founder of Watson & Co. Chartered Marketing, is an industry experienced customer service and digital marketing trainer. She has personally trained over 1,000 individuals across Northern Ireland. Upcoming courses in Belfast can be found at: www.watsonsmarketing.com/events You can follow Christine on Twitter: @watsonmydear Linkedin.com/in/watsonmydear and on Facebook.com/watsonsmarketing
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Get the team right from the start and your event will be a guaranteed success
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SUPPLIER CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR EVENT says Neil Dalzell, ND Events hen it comes to event management, picking the right suppliers can make the difference between a good event and a great event. Every event manager relies on a network of trusted suppliers and getting it wrong can be costly. If someone lets you down or makes a mistake on the day, it could easily reflect on you and potentially damage your relationship with your client and other suppliers. That’s why thoroughly researching your options and understanding how to get the best out your suppliers is such an important part of the overall event planning process. A simple Google search will show you just how many companies there are offering seemingly identical services, so it can be a challenge to find the right partners for your event - it’s definitely not as simple as choosing the least expensive! Here are my top tips for choosing the best possible suppliers for your event:
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Refine your requirements First, really consider what you want each supplier to deliver on the day of the event. Many suppliers can offer varying levels of support – for example, do you need an entire team to decorate and theme the room, or do you have adequate resources to do this yourself? Compiling a comprehensive list of things you’d like each supplier to do or provide means you can be sure you’re judging their proposal on all the facts. Don’t forget though that sometimes your supplier will have the expertise to know what you need better than you will, so it’s good to be prepared to take their advice on anything additional you could consider to make your event really stand out. I often find that more experienced or skilled suppliers are likely to make recommendations to you based on your original brief.
Don’t be afraid to shop around Don’t get a quote from just one supplier, even if you think you know who you’ll book, getting more than one quote is just best practice. It means you’ll get to
see the industry price standards, and a quote from a supplier you don’t end up booking may include something your preferred supplier has overlooked. If you’re a seasoned event manager you may have a set of preferred suppliers you work with time and again, and if that’s the case then have a chat with them to ensure you are getting best value for your repeat business. They’re likely to give you preferential rates if you ask for them!
Cost isn’t everything It’s always a good idea to get a breakdown of everything included in a quote so you can make fair comparisons. Cost will vary somewhat from one supplier to the next, but remember that while the hours on site, equipment on hire and so on may be exactly the same, you can’t put an exact price on experience and talent. In my experience, if the price sounds too good to be true then it’s sensible to be wary and do a little more research before committing to anything.
Can they do all their own tricks? When first speaking to a supplier make sure they meet all your requirements, starting with their availability on the day of your event. Another good question to ask is whether or not they have all their own equipment and staff in house. If they need to bring in additional equipment or personnel, they’ll most likely have to mark up their costs to make money on the contract, potentially making the service more expensive for you.
It’s not a job, but get a reference Regardless of the type of supplier you’re looking for, be it an audio visual company, a photographer, caterer or DJ, if you haven’t worked with them before then get a reference from a past client who has worked with them before.
Happy clients are generally willing to help a preferred supplier by recommending them for new business. I also recommend asking advice from other people in the event industry – it’s reassuring to get good feedback from others who have worked with them. People in the hospitality and event industries are by nature some of the friendliest and most helpful you could meet, so they’ll most likely be glad to point you in the right direction to a reputable supplier for the service you need.
Finally, go with your instinct Armed with your research, it’s just a matter of weighing up the options to choose the supplier that best aligns with your needs and with whom you have the most confidence to successfully deliver on the day. From my perspective, one of the most important things is to work with people who are as enthusiastic about the event as I am, and that don’t just see it as another job! For more advice and news from ND Events, visit www.ndevents.co.uk
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Northern Ireland’s Ultimate Destination for Conferences & Events
EIKON EXHIBITION CENTRE
new era has commenced in Northern Ireland as the team from the King’s Hall Complex have launched a multi-million pound events venue, Eikon Exhibition Centre at Balmoral Park, Sprucefield, Lisburn.
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Over a decade of planning and development has culminated in the construction of the largest venue in the province which can accommodate exhibitions, conferences, gala dinners, AGMs, corporate events and product launches. This state of the art venue is located adjacent to the M1 intersection with the Belfast to Dublin route in the heart of Northern Ireland. Eikon is under 30 minutes from the two main regional airports making the venue highly accessible. Flexibility is the key at Eikon. Dividable space ensures that a range of conference and event sizes can be catered for. Outdoor space is also available adjacent to the venue for outdoor activities, exhibition space, festivals, garden parties, team building and BBQ’s.
Balmoral Park Sprucefield, Lisburn, BT27 5RF t: +44 (0) 28 90 686184 e: events@eikoncomplex.co.uk www.eikoncomplex.co.uk
Superfast Wi-Fi is provided throughout and Eikon has the distinction of being the only venue in the region to also offer free onsite parking for in excess of 4000 vehicles. When you choose Eikon, you can expect high levels of customer service that only come with decades of experience in hosting the highest quality events. Premium onsite contractors that are all recognised as being the best in their fields compliment the venue. Security, first aid and catering can be tailored to suit individual event needs. In-house AV production packages are available. With a world class events team bringing their expertise, Eikon is the perfect backdrop to create a winning event. The Eikon is a highly flexible, friendly venue with assets that enable impactful attendee engagement, brand activation and connectivity. We look forward to welcoming you and your delegates in the near future.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS 5100sqm of flexible event space which can be sub-divided to meet event requirements.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CABARET STYLE Eikon can accommodate 4000 theatre style and 1000 classroom style.
LOCATION AND PARKING Located adjacent to the M1 intersection with A1 Belfast to Dublin Route. Discounted hotel packages available from venue sponsors. Only 10 minutes from Belfast, 2 minutes to Lisburn. FREE onsite parking for over 4000 vehicles.
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With stunning views over the river Lagan, and a variety of rooms and auditoria to accommodate 20 to 389 people
THE LYRIC THEATRE BELFAST
ith stunning views over the river Lagan, and a variety of rooms and auditoria to accommodate between 20 and 389 people, the award-winning Lyric Theatre provides a dramatically different venue for your meeting or conference. Opened in 2011 and built from red brick, Iroko wood, sandstone and glass, the Lyric combines criticallyacclaimed contemporary architecture with the warmth and intimacy of a working theatre. With two theatre spaces, a welcoming café bar and a host of other meeting and rehearsal rooms, we can cater for events of all sizes, while our customer service and technical teams will ensure that your event runs smoothly. Our main auditorium is a modern 389 seat theatre in a single steep rake, with comfortable seating, excellent acoustics and all seats within 15m of the stage. There is space for eight wheelchair users, and the theatre incorporates infra-red sound amplification, a loop system, and a full lighting rig. Our smaller Naughton Studio is a flexible space that
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55 Ridgeway St, Belfast BT9 5FB t: +44 (0) 28 9038 1081 e: info@lyrictheatre.co.uk www.lyrictheatre.co.uk
can accommodate 112 people in a theatre layout, 120 in a banqueting layout, or up to 245 for a drinks reception. With a tension wire grid and timber engineered sprung floor, the Naughton is ideal for performances, exhibitions and conference events. The airy rehearsal room, which overlooks the Lagan, is 159m2 and seats 60 in theatre or banqueting layout, while our smaller meeting or breakout rooms include the Boardroom, which seats 20, the McGrath Suite, seating 40, and the Ridgeway Room seating 35. In addition, the café bar is a vibrant space with riverfront views, perfect for product launches, corporate entertaining and promotional events. With free Wi-Fi throughout the building, a comprehensive range of production, event management, exhibition and audio visual equipment available, and a wide variety of catering options for drinks receptions, informal buffets or formal dinners, the Lyric Theatre is the perfect choice for meetings and conferences.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS A total of 10, including a 389 seat theatre, a 183m2 studio, a 159m2 rehearsal room, a café bar and various meeting rooms.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE Theatre style seating: 389 in the main theatre Classroom style seating: 126 in the Naughton Studio
LOCATION AND PARKING Located in South Belfast, just outside the city centre, the Lyric is easily accessible from both Belfast airports and from the M1. Ample free on-street parking is available on Ridgeway Street and the Stranmillis Embankment.
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A striking purpose built conference centre with an extensive choice of rooms and full disabled access.
LAGAN VALLEY ISLAND
or conferences, meetings and events, Lagan Valley Island is the ideal venue choice. Unlike many hotels and venues simply providing a function room, Lagan Valley Island is a striking purpose built conference centre with an extensive choice of rooms and full disabled access. Lagan Valley Island is located in the heart of Lisburn City within easy access of the M1 Motorway and just 10 minutes from Belfast City and surrounding areas. The centre is headquarters of Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council and home to the Island Arts Centre. The venue boasts a choice of ten flexible state of the art conference, exhibition and meeting rooms for up to 402 delegates. All rooms are spacious, air-conditioned, most have natural light and come with the latest technology
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Lagan Valley Island Lisburn Co.Antrim BT27 4RL t: +44 (0) 28 9250 9292 e: civic.centre@ lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
ensuring the most conducive environment for your event. With over 14 years event management experience from a dedicated events team and onsite technical team, award winning customer service and a full in-house catering to suit all budgets, your event is in excellent hands. Our competitive conference, meeting and training packages are inclusive of all essential requirements – free Wifi, ample free car parking for delegates, free conference equipment and technical assistance. Our experienced in-house catering team can accommodate your every requirement ensuring your conference, meeting or event is delivered to the highest possible standard.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS With 10 unique rooms Lagan Valley Island Conference Centre can accommodate a wide range of events including conferences, meetings, exhibitions, training events and seminars.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE The Island Hall seats up to 402 theatre style and 100 classroom style.
LOCATION AND PARKING Located in the heart of Lisburn City, Lagan Valley Island is just minutes from the M1 Motorway and just 10 minutes from Belfast City and surrounding areas. With 300 free car parking spaces and the train and bus station within walking distance, the venue is extremely accessible to all.
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Situated in Banbridge, this landmark building provides a convenient meeting place from both Belfast and Dublin
BANBRIDGE OLD TOWN HALL
ompleted in 1833 to the design of Belfast architect, Michael McGarigan, the noted architectural historian, Sir Charles Brett described the building as “A large and handsome edifice surmounted by a dome … and a very pleasing cupola with clock.” The building cost the Marquess of Downshire £2000. Having gone through a number of uses, Armagh City, Banbridge and Criagavon Borough Council, who own the building, had it restored and modernised to a high standard. It now houses the Visitor Information Centre for the district on the ground floor. Situated in the very centre of Banbridge, this landmark building provides a convenient meeting place for those coming from Belfast and Dublin. Belfast is only 30 minutes away, whilst central Dublin is approximately 2 hours. Newry, Armagh and Craigavon are also within 30 minutes drive. Banbridge is served by the Service 238 Goldline Newry, Belfast Express and by the hourly Service 100
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1 Scarva Street Banbridge, BT32 3DA t: +44 (0)28 4062 0232 e: tic@ armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk
Bus Eireann from Dublin, making it a constantly accessible venue. Upstairs is one large, fully air conditioned meeting room with plenty of natural light giving a bright and airy feel. This large meeting room is versatile and can accommodate 100 delegates, theatre style. It is equipped with a small kitchen area, with tea and coffee making facilities available for your use. This room has built in Audio Visual Equipment, a removable stage and podium. On the ground floor is a smaller conference room which seats up to 10 people, boardroom style. For a smaller meeting or interview this is a perfect venue, since it is both private and easily accessible. The facilities offer disabled access throughout, with a lift providing access to the first floor. Parking is pay and display in car parks within the town. Cost to hire both rooms is £15 per hour for charities and community groups and £20 per hour for commercial groups.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS There is one large meeting room which can accommodate 100 delegates theatre style. This room has built in Audio Visual Equipment, a removable stage and podium. There is also a smaller meeting room which seats max 10 people conference style.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE The Meeting Room can accommodate 100 theatre-style & 60 classroom.
LOCATION AND PARKING Belfast is only 30 minutes away, whilst central Dublin is around two hours. Newry, Armagh and Craigavon are also within 30 minutes drive. Banbridge is served by the Service 238 Goldliner Newry Express and by Service 100 Bus Eireann from Dublin, Parking is pay and display in car parks within the town.
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AA Hotel of the Year for Northern Ireland 2014-2015 and Northern Ireland Tourism Awards Hotel of the Year 2015.
THE BUSHMILLS INN, BUSHMILLS
n the village that is home to the world’s oldest distillery, between the Giant’s Causeway and Royal Portrush Golf Club, the multi award-winning Bushmills Inn enjoys the enviable reputation for hosting small residential and nonresidential conferences and seminars. We believe you will find that the unique atmosphere and facilities of our faithfully restored Coaching Inn creates the perfect setting for personal seminars and events. Take the grand staircase to the Gallery and on to the Loft, the epicentre of our purpose built conference facilities, and the traditional break out area for reflection on the session’s discussion.
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The Library Our original seminar room dating back to the Inn’s faithful restoration in 1987, the Library offers the ultimate in privacy for intimate seminars. Also known as our ‘Secret Room’, the conference facility lies behind a hidden door and offers boardroom seating for up to 10 delegates, making the ideal setting for those more exclusive meetings. The Pine Room Added in 1997 as part of the Mill House extension, the Pine Room plays host to conferences and seminars for up to 40 delegates, depending on your needs. Updated in 2014 with a new in-situ audio visual projector and Apple TV, the Pine Room offers traditional character with modern facilities incorporated to enhance productivity. The Macnaghten Suite Our most recent seminar facility added in 2009, the
9 Dunluce Road Bushmills, BT57 8QG t: +44 (0) 28 2073 3000 e: mail@bushmillsinn.com Visit: www.bushmillsinn.com
Macnaghten Suite is our loving restoration and redesign of our previous guest accommodation. Featuring built in audio visual equipment, with a 62” digital display screen, this room can be versatile in its set up for up to 50 delegates.
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The Still Room Cinema Our unique Still Room Cinema can be used as a private hire movie theatre or lecture theatre and offers plush surroundings for up to 30 delegates. With designated audio visual connection for VGA connectivity as well as Blu Ray playback facilities, this is the ideal setting for presentations and product launches.
Two main meeting rooms which can accommodate up to 50 delegates.
Our award winning Restaurant overlooks our private patio and courtyard and a semi-private area will be arranged for your group. We are dedicated to sourcing local produce and offer fresh menu options for both lunch and dinner, catering for all dietary needs. The playground of the Causeway Coast is, of course, on hand for team building and outdoor adventure. For that essential evening debriefing, you can choose your ideal spot in front of one of our turf fires, or in our traditional Gas Bar, before retiring to bed in one of our 41 individually appointed rooms. Offering a selection of beautifully designed and wellequipped rooms we can provide the perfect venue for your event. From business meetings to residential seminars, from private dining to a night at the cinema, our dedicated team can help you to customise your event.
One library which can accommodate up to 10 delegates. One cinema theatre which can accommodate up to 30 delegates. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE Maximum capacity theatre style: 50 Maximum capacity classroom style: 40
LOCATION AND PARKING The Bushmills Inn is situated in the village of Bushmills, Co Antrim, 2 miles from the Giant’s Causeway. Ideally located 45 miles from Belfast International Airport, 58 miles from Belfast City Airport and 60 miles from Derry City Airport. Complimentary parking on site.
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Magnificent Montalto Estate set in 400 of Co Down’s most beautiful acres
THE CARRIAGE ROOMS AT MONTALTO agnificent Montalto Estate comprises of more than 400 acres of privately owned rural landscape and so much more. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of the County Down countryside this is a magnificent hidden gem steeped in history. The Carriage Rooms is the newest addition to this history and opened its doors in June 2012. This purpose built, one of a kind venue, with an 1850s listed mill building at its heart, is capable of accommodating a broad spectrum of corporate events whilst providing client interaction and attention to detail that is second to none. Expansive areas both inside and out make almost anything possible and in dealing with our venue manager and team you will find prompt and efficient service each and every time. In this high end location where you will have all the exclusivity you can desire, you can be sure that delegates will be amazed at both the unique and pragmatic setup which ensures events run smoothly thus allowing you to keep your focus on what matters. Clay shooting, zip line, fly fishing, falconry, archery, wine tasting, kayaking, cookery demonstrations; the list is endless. Whatever your conference requirements, with a unique setup and stunning backdrop, we can guarantee that The Carriage Rooms will meet your expectations and beyond!
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The Walled Garden Maintained to the very highest standards and consisting of beautifully manicured beds, a glasshouse and gravel walkways, this is a perfect environment for a luxurious drinks reception, afternoon tea or a breakout area during conferences.
Montalto Estate, Spa Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8PT t: +44 (0) 28 9756 6100 e: info@thecarriagerooms.com Scan the code to visit www.thecarriagerooms.com
The Courtyard and Stable yard A spacious courtyard, accessed directly from the banquet hall, leads immediately onto the finest of stable yards. These areas provide yet another opportunity to hold an outdoor drinks reception, perhaps a summer BBQ after a day of estate activities or maybe just another stunning breakout environment.
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New World Class Conference Centre in the heart of Belfast
BELFAST WATERFRONT
hen looking for an award winning venue which will add that all important wow factor to an event, there’s only one to choose from - that’s the new world class conference centre at Belfast Waterfront. From May 2016, Northern Ireland’s only purpose built conference centre will offer 7,000m2 of stylish multipurpose space and wow up to 4,600 guests with a brand new event experience. No matter what size or type of event, the latest event technology, outstanding customer service and spectacular riverside views will conjure up truly magical memories for organisers and guests alike. The existing Waterfront facility features a 2,000-seat auditorium, 2,400m2 of exhibition space, a 380-seat studio and 14 meeting rooms for 10 to 90 delegates. From Spring onwards clients will be able to enjoy more choice and greater flexibility with the addition of 2 interconnecting conference and exhibition halls boasting a flat floor space of over 2,500m2, meeting rooms to accommodate up to 200 delegates and a dedicated riverside entrance leading to a bright, spacious 660m2 foyer. The new multipurpose halls greatly enhance the venue’s capacity to host multiple large scale events, but equally these spaces can be subdivided into a variety of
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2 Lanyon Place, Belfast, BT1 3WH t: +44 (0) 28 9033 4400 f: +44 (0) 28 9024 9862 e: conference@waterfront.co.uk www.waterfront.co.uk
configurations ideal for smaller, more intimate business meetings and events. Hall 1 measuring 1,800m2 can be used for large events or subdivided into a variety of configurations. It is perfect for hosting a stunning gala dinner for up to 1,000 guests and with a ceiling height of 9m to stage the most elaborate of productions, clients are sure to be dazzled by the spectacular set up, superb food and second to none service. Alternatively, this space can accommodate 2,000 theatre style. The adjacent Hall 2 covers a clear span space of 700m2 leading onto an exterior terrace with unrestricted river views. It’s perfect for hosting banquets up to 450 guests, or accommodating 430 classroom style. Convenience to key attractions, restaurants and hotels, along with ease of access to air, rail and sea terminals, makes it the number one choice for event organisers. Rest assured when you choose Belfast Waterfront as your next venue – you’re in good hands. The venue’s ability to deliver some of the world’s most prestigious events is unquestionable – just look at its track record: Presidential visits by US President Barack Obama and Former President Bill Clinton, 2013 World Police and Fire Games, and not forgetting the hugely successful 2014 Giro d'Italia Big Start. Together let’s create events worth shouting about!
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS Main auditorium, 2 multipurpose halls and studio plus 17 fully equipped meeting rooms and exhibition space
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE The main auditorium and hall 1 seat up to 2,000 theatre style. Hall 1 accommodates up to 1,000 classroom.
LOCATION AND PARKING Accessibility to the venue couldn’t be easier. Serviced by two airports, George Best Belfast City Airport is just 10 minutes drive and Belfast International Airport is 25 minutes journey. Belfast now enjoys 33 direct UK flight connections including London which has over 179 flights a week. And just 90 minutes away, Dublin offers delegates direct links with 27 UK airports and 104 across Europe
The Inishowen Gateway Hotel Railway Road, Buncrana, Co Donegal. Premier Conference venue in the Northwest
The Inishowen Gateway Hotel offers a range of conference suites to choose from. facilities include: - A range of conference rooms available for hire to accommodate up to 750 delegates - Complimentary WI-FI access - Fully air conditioned conference suites - 80 Bedrooms
- Spa, Leisure Centre - Restaurant and Bar - Private Guest Bar - Secure, ample car park - Only 15 minutes from Derry
To book contact our team today on 00 353 7493 61144 or email sales@inishowengateway.com
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The Ulster Hall is one of Belfast's oldest buildings
THE ULSTER HALL
34 Bedford Street Belfast BT2 7FF t: +44 (0) 28 9033 4400 f: +44 (0) 28 9024 9862 e: conference@belfastcity.gov.uk www.ulsterhall.co.uk
ne of Northern Ireland’s artistic and cultural landmarks, The Ulster Hall offers an enviable setting and is sure to make your event a truly memorable occasion.
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Its flexibility enables the venue to serve a wide range of organisations including Tourism Northern Ireland, Arts and Business Northern Ireland, EY and Northern Ireland Tattoo Convention.
The elegant Grand Hall, with its spectacular Mulholland Grand Organ, is the perfect backdrop for gala dinners, award presentations or key note speeches.
Alongside the Grand Hall the former Group Theatre has been carefully renovated to create a modern and spacious event space - the ideal setting for small scale entertainment, corporate hospitality, press conferences or meetings. Seating up to 100, it’s also the perfect location for an intimate wedding ceremony or reception, or for a private art exhibition. A suite of purpose built meeting rooms adds to the flexibility of this grand venue.
Designed by local architect WJ Barre, the Ulster Hall opened in 1862 and has an unrivalled reputation for outstanding events. Rich in heritage, this Victorian masterpiece offers a unique alternative for all your event requirements. Refurbished to the highest standards, adding modern features yet retaining all of its original character, the Ulster Hall offers a range of flexible meeting and exhibition spaces. Whether for 10 or 1000 delegates, the multi-purpose facilities are equally suitable for conferences, exhibitions or gala dinners.
With all the benefits of a prime city centre location, the Ulster Hall can meet every requirement and the in-house technical and event management team, equipped with a wealth of technical knowledge and operational expertise, provide all the support you need to deliver a memorable and successful event.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS Grand Hall and Group Space plus 5 smaller meeting rooms.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE The Grand Hall seats up to 1000 theatre style and 250 classroom style.
LOCATION AND PARKING Located right in the heart of Belfast city centre, many of the city’s best hotels, restaurants and visitor attractions are within walking distance. Belfast City Airport is just 10 minutes drive and Belfast International a comfortable 45 minute journey. City centre car parks provide ample nearby parking.
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Malone House is a stunning Georgian mansion, set in Barnett Demesne in south Belfast.
CONFERENCES AT MALONE HOUSE
alone House is a late Georgian mansion, set among the rolling meadows and parkland of Barnett Demesne in south Belfast. The grounds and the house itself set it apart from any other conference venue. Owned and managed by Belfast City Council, Malone House offers the perfect setting for your meeting or event, whatever the size. The venue is conveniently located just 10 minutes away from the centre of Belfast and has ample free parking. Malone House has four main function rooms, all of which are named after historical figures associated with the building. There are also two smaller function rooms, which are ideal as syndicate or breakout rooms. Malone House offers great value for money and various options of conference packages to suit all delegates. With versatile and spacious rooms, Malone House is ideal for all-day seminars, small business breakfasts or large presentations. Each room is suitable for seminars, meetings, conferences and other events, and their capacities range from six to 120 people, depending on the layout you
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Barnett Demesne Belfast, BT9 5PB t: +44 (0) 28 9068 1246 f: +44 (0) 28 9068 2197 e: mhreception@malonehouse.co.uk www.malonehouse.co.uk
choose. Our highly experienced and professional management team will be available throughout all stages of planning your event to offer assistance. All of our rooms are fully accessible and we can provide the following equipment at no additional charge: • projector screen; • flipcharts and pens; and • public address system with use of one microphone on a lead. Other equipment can be booked with our local supplier, photocopying and faxing facilities are also available at a small fee. The Barnett Restaurant and Malone Room are located in Malone House and are renowned for their friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Both use fresh local produce to create modern dishes making them a popular meeting place for social and business lunches, morning coffee and afternoon tea.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS A total of four main function rooms. There are also two smaller function rooms, which are ideal as syndicate or breakout rooms.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CABARET STYLE The Harberton Room can accommodate 120 theatre style and 70 cabaret style.
LOCATION AND PARKING Malone House is situated in south Belfast, within the grounds of Barnett Demesne. The venue is a 10 minute drive from Belfast city centre and is well signposted from the nearby A55 outer ring road at Shaw's Bridge. Over 100 free car parking spaces are available on site. Please note that arrangements can be made in advance for improved accessibility or deliveries.
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Belfast Castle, located in the Cave Hill area of Belfast is one of the city's most famous landmarks.
CONFERENCES AT BELFAST CASTLE
elfast Castle is a beautiful 19th Century Scottish Baronial building with a well deserved reputation as a unique and high quality function venue. Owned and managed by Belfast City Council, Belfast Castle is one of the most spectacular buildings in Belfast, offering panoramic views across Belfast Lough. The castle is set in the heart of Cave Hill Country Park and has conference facilities that will satisfy your every need. Belfast Castle offers complementary car parking and located just 15 minutes drive from Belfast city centre, its location is accessible from the M2, M3 and M5 motorways. Belfast Castle has six main function rooms, which are all named after historical figures associated with the building. Each one is suitable for seminars, meetings, conferences and other events, and their capacities range from 16 to 200 people, depending on the layout you choose. All our rooms are fully wheelchair accessible. If you require syndicate or breakout rooms, please let us know when making your booking. Belfast Castle offers great value for money and various
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Antrim Road Belfast, BT15 5GR t: +44 (0) 28 9077 6925 f: +44 (0) 28 9037 0228 e: bcr@belfastcastle.co.uk www.belfastcastle.co.uk
options of conference packages to suit all delegates. Our highly experienced and professional management team will be available throughout all stages of planning your event to offer assistance. We can provide the following equipment at no additional charge: • projector screen; • flipcharts and pens; and • public address system with use of one microphone (ground floor only). Other equipment can be booked with our local supplier, photocopying and faxing facilities are also available at a small fee. The Cellar Restaurant and Tavern are situated in the cellar of Belfast Castle and are renowned for their friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Both offer a wide variety of gourmet cuisine using fresh local produce, making them a popular meeting place for social and business lunches, dinner, morning coffee and afternoon tea.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS Belfast Castle has six main function rooms, all named after historical figures associated with the building.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CABARET STYLE The Chichester Room can accommodate 200 theatre style and 84 cabaret.
LOCATION AND PARKING Belfast Castle is located on the slopes of Cave Hill in north Belfast. It is well signposted from nearby Antrim Road. Free car parking is provided at the end of the main driveway, near the main castle building.
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Crumlin Road Gaol is more than simply a venue, but a part of Belfast’s history.
CRUMLIN ROAD GAOL
rumlin Road Gaol is one of Belfast’s most beautiful and historical buildings, providing a unique and architecturally stunning space for any event. The Grade A listed building was built in the nineteenth Century and today its impressive design is complemented by advanced audio-visual technology coupled with outstanding hospitality facilities, providing the perfect solution for your event. From intimate meetings to exclusive use of the entire building, Crumlin Road Gaol is the ideal setting for conferences, seminars, product launches, drinks receptions, gala dinners, private parties, exhibitions, concerts, movie screenings and more. We pride ourselves on providing unique and bespoke events for each of our clients, and on being as flexible as possible, ensuring that every clients need is tailored to provide the highest quality experience for your guests. Crumlin Road Gaol can cater for a vast range of event requirements, from small meetings in the Governor’s Boardroom, to seminars and workshops in the Forbes Boardroom, intimate dinners in the Scullery and large conferences in the Lanyon Suite, clients can be assured of a memorable event for all guests. The Gaol’s largest individual room can accommodate
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53-55 Crumlin Rd, Belfast, BT14 6ST t: 028 9074 1500 e: enquiries@crumlinroadgaol.com www.crumlinroadgaol.com
up to 350 guests and organisers can avail of a number of breakout rooms for refreshments or additional talks from guest speakers. The Gaol Circle and ‘C-Wing ‘ are also popular for those looking to impress and inspire their guests for a gala dinner or evening reception. Working with experienced caterers, we have developed versatile menus consisting of the finest local produce that can be tailored to suit your needs, from daily delegate packages to themed banquet dinners and summer barbeques. With all room bookings clients have complementary access to our customised AV equipment, free Wi-Fi and free, secure on-site car parking for guests. You will also be assigned a designated Events Manager to aid the smooth running of your event beforehand and on the day of your event. We encourage you to make the most of the authentic prison experience by adding on a private tour of the Gaol for guests at a reduced group rate. During the guided tour guests will experience what life was like for prisoners in ‘The Crum’ by visiting the underground tunnel that connects the Gaol to the Crumlin Road Courthouse, viewing the four wings from the Circle and paying a visit to the Condemned Man’s Cell. Crumlin Road Gaol is more than simply a venue, but a part of Belfast’s history.
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS A total of 7 individual event spaces and additional syndicate rooms, all with access to WiFi and built in Audio Visual Equipment
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE The Lanyon Conference Suite can accommodate 310 Theatre Style and 100 classroom style Larger events can be accommodated through multiple rooms or exclusive hire of the Gaol’.
LOCATION AND PARKING Located minutes from Belfast City Centre, Crumlin Road Gaol is easily accessed from the M2/M3/M5 motorways, airports and seaports. Ample free on-site cark parking is available with full accessibility for coaches.
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Voted Best Hotel UK at the International Hotel Awards and is Belfast's only AA 5-star rated hotel.
THE MERCHANT HOTEL, BELFAST
he Merchant Hotel, voted AA Hotel of the Year for Northern Ireland 2013, is Belfast's only AA 5-star rated hotel. The grandeur of the original Grade-A listed building, originally the Ulster Bank headquarters, is complemented by an elegant Art Deco inspired wing with a multitude of exciting amenities. The Merchant Hotel offers an excellent selection of beautiful, superbly equipped rooms to provide the perfect space for your meeting or event.
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The dedicated Meetings and Events space includes: • 6 meeting rooms and 1 versatile events space with break out area and bar • Dedicated events reception • Service you would expect from the ‘Best Hotel UK’ Features and Benefits include: • Colour Therapy Lighting System & Intelligent • Air Purification System Maximising delegate’s attention and productivity
16 Skipper Street Belfast, BT1 2DZ t: +44 (0) 28 9026 2717 e: events@themerchanthotel.com www.themerchanthotel.com #MEETATTHEMERCHANT
• Natural daylight Keeping delegates alert • In-built cloakrooms To free the room from clutter • Complimentary Wifi & Bluetooth technology Allowing delegates to continue with business •Fully adjustable air conditioning and heating Putting you in control of comfort • Built-in Audio/Visual equipment Offers a sleek look to your guests with no requirement to supply own • Information display screens outside event rooms To display company logos and welcome message to your delegates • Professional event co-ordinator and dedicated host Ensuring the seamless planning and liaising for your event on the day • Personal pager system for organiser A quick response from our operations team • Stocked fridges & stationery boxes Keeping delegates refreshed and supplied
TOTAL NUMBER OF MEETING ROOMS A versatile events space with six meeting rooms and break out bar and lounge Seasonally themed private roof garden.
MAX CAPACITY THEATRE AND CLASSROOM STYLE Maximum capacity theatre style: 200 Maximum capacity classroom style: 90 Maximum capacity boardroom style: 80 Maximum capacity dinner party: 150
LOCATION AND PARKING The Merchant Hotel is located in Belfast city centre’s Cathedral Quarter just 2km from Belfast Central Railway Station and main bus stations, 5.6km from Belfast City Airport and 28km from Belfast International Airport. Paid parking is available nearby
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A moment of magic in the heart of Northern Ireland and within easy reach of Belfast
SHARE DISCOVERY VILLAGE
hare Discovery Village perhaps most well known for school trips and its outdoor activities also provides the perfect venue for hosting Conferences. SHARE is based on a 60 acre site on the tranquil shores of Upper Lough Erne in County Fermanagh just outside the town of Lisnaskea. Free from distractions of the office & city life! Conference Facilities SHARE realise that every company/organisation has different needs and objectives for their conference, their team will work with you to ensure your needs are met. SHARE’S wide range of experience of organising bespoke events, attention to detail and great facilities will ensure your event is run professionally. SHARE offers a choice of 5 rooms with the largest holding up to 400 people in tiered style seating, this room also boasts having a data integrated system that includes a large fixed screen, microphone, lectern, sound equipment and loop system. Food & Drink Fine and exquisite food is available with a full range of menu options from buffet to a la carte. There is also a Bar onsite that can be opened on request for your group.
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Smiths Strand, Lisnaskea, Enniskillen, Fermanagh BT92 0EQ t: +44 (0) 28 6772 2122 e: info@sharevillage.org www.sharevillage.org
Accommodation SHARE has 45 en-suite rooms available as either single, twin or multi bedded rooms, these are arranged in cosy chalets or the modern style "Farmhouse". Relaxation time can be spent in the indoor Leisure Suite including Swimming pool, steam room, sauna and fitness suite.. SHARE Conference Package Including: Tiered seating, Data projection integrated system, tea, coffee & scones and buffet lunch 200 people - £2500 300 people £3600 Accommodation Bed & Cooked Breakfast from £35 per person Testimonials “Ten out of Ten” - Beverly Todd – South & East Belfast HSS Trust “A fun-filled day with a practical side” - Tanusha Dhiman Adecco Recruitment Solutions For more information about SHARE’S Conference packages please email info@sharevillage.org or 028 6772 2122
SHARE CONFERENCE PACKAGE Including: Tiered seating, Data projection integrated system, tea, coffee & scones and buffet lunch 200 people - £2500 300 people £3600 Accommodation Bed & Cooked Breakfast from £35 per person For more information on SHARE’S Conference or Team Building Packages please email info@sharevillage.org or give us a call on 028 6772 2122.
LOCATION AND PARKING Share is located on a 60 acre site on the tranquil shores of Upper Lough Erne - part of the largest inland waterway in Europe.with ample complimentary on-site parking.
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Your directory and contact details for some - but by no means all - of the best venues and service providers
VENUES & SERVICES DIRECTORY ADAIR ARMS HOTEL 1-7 Ballymoney Road Ballymena, BT43 5BS 028 2565 3674
BAYVIEW HOTEL 2 Bayhead Road Portballintrae, BT57 8RZ 028 2073 4100
BUSHTOWN HOTEL 283 Drumcroon Road Coleraine, BT51 3QT 028 7035 8367
ANTRIM CASTLE GARDENS AND CLOTWORTHY HOUSE Clotworthy House Randalstown Road, Antrim BT41 4LH 028 9448 1338
BEECH HILL HOUSE HOTEL 32 Ardmore Road Londonderry, BT47 3QP 028 7134 9279
CALLY PALACE Gatehouse of Fleet Scotland 01557 814 341
BEECHLAWN HOUSE HOTEL 4 Dunmurry Lane Belfast, BT17 9RR 028 9060 2010
CANAL COURT HOTEL 29-32 Merchants Quay Newry, BT35 8HF 028 3025 1234
BELFAST CASTLE Antrim Road Belfast, BT15 5GR 028 9077 6925
CARRIAGE ROOMS AT MONTALTO Montalto Estate, Spa Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8PT 028 9756 6100
BELFAST HILTON 4 Lanyon Place Belfast, BT1 3LP 028 9027 7000
CASTLEREAGH HILLS GOLF COURSE 75 Upper Braniel Road Belfast, BT5 7TX 028 9044 8477
ANTRIM CIVIC CENTRE 50 Stiles Way, Antrim, BT41 2UB, Northern Ireland 028 9446 3113 ARDTARA COUNTRY HOUSE 8 Gorteade Road Maghera, BT46 5SA 028 7964 4490 ARMAGH CITY HOTEL Friary Road Armagh, BT60 4FR 028 3751 8888
ASSEMBLY BUILDINGS CONFERENCE CENTRE 2-10 Fisherwick Place, Belfast, BT1 6DW 028 90 417 200 BALLYMENA SHOWGROUNDS Warden St, Ballymena, BT43 7DR 028 2563 8510 BALMORAL HOTEL Blacks Road Belfast, BT10 0ND 028 9030 1234 BANBRIDGE OLD TOWN HALL 1 Scarva Street Banbridge, BT32 3DA 028 4062 0232
BELFAST WATERFRONT HALL 2 Lanyon Place Belfast, BT1 3WH 028 9033 4400 BELMONT HOTEL Rathfriland Road Banbridge, BT32 3LH 028 4066 2517 BEST WESTERN CRESCENT TOWNHOUSE HOTEL 11 Lower Crescent Belfast, BT7 1NR 028 9032 3349 BEST WESTERN PLUS WHITE HORSE HOTEL 68 Clooney Rd, Londonderry, BT47 3PA 028 7186 0606 BUSHMILLS INN 9 Dunluce Road BUSHMILLS, BT57 8QG 028 2073 3000
CASTLE LESLIE Glaslough, Monaghan +353 47 88100 CAUSEWAY HOTEL 40 Causeway Road Bushmills, BT57 8SU 028 2073 1226 CHARLEMONT ARMS HOTEL 63-65 Upper English Street Armagh, BT61 7LB 028 3752 2028 CHIMNEY CORNER 630 Antrim Road Newtownabbey, BT36 4RH 028 9084 4925 CITY OF DERRY HOTEL Queens Quay Londonderry, BT48 7AS 028 7136 5800
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CULTRA MANOR 153 Bangor Rd Holywood BT18 0EU 028 9042 8428 DOWN COUNTY MUSEUM The Mall, English St Downpatrick, BT30 6AH 028 4461 5218 DRUMMOND HOTEL Main Street Limavady, BT49 9HS 028 7772 2121 DUBLIN CONVENTION CENTRE
COHANNON INN 212 Ballynakilly Road Dungannon, BT71 6HJ 028 8772 4488 CORICK HOUSE 20 Corick Road Clogher, BT76 0BZ 028 8554 8216
Spencer Dock North Wall Quay, Dublin 1 t: + 353 1 856 0000 DUKES AT QUEENS HOTEL 65-67 University Street Belfast, BT7 1FY 028 9023 6666
CORPORATE AV HIRE 2 Woodstock Link Belfast, BT6 8DD 08456 430 365
DUNADRY HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB 2 Islandreagh Drive Antrim, BT41 2HA 028 9443 4343
CRAIGAVON CIVIC CENTRE Craigavon Borough Council PO Box 66, Lakeview Road Craigavon BT64 1AL 028 3831 2423
DUNGIVEN CASTLE 145 Main Street Dungiven Londonderry, Bt47 4lf 028 7774 2428
CRESCENT ARTS CENTRE 2-4 University Road Belfast BT7 1NH 028 9024 2338
DUNSILLY ARMS 20 Dunsilly Road ANTRIM, BT41 2JH 028 9446 2929
CROSS SQUARE HOTEL (THE) 4-5 Cardinal O’Fiaich Square Newry, BT35 9AA 028 3086 0505
EDENMORE GOLF CLUB 70 Drumnabreeze Road Craigavon BT67 0RH 028 9261 9241
CRUMLIN ROAD GAOL 53-55 Crumlin Road Belfast BT 14 6ST 028 9074 1500
EIKON EXHIBITION CENTRE Balmoral Park, Sprucefield Lisburn,BT27 5RF 028 9066 5225
CULLODEN HOTEL 142 Bangor Road Holywood, BT18 0EX 028 9042 1066
FARSET INTERNATIONAL 466 Springfield Road Belfast, BT12 7DW 028 9089 9833
FERNHILL HOTEL Portpatrick 01776 810 220 FITZWILLIAM HOTEL Great Victoria Street Belfast, 028 9044 2080 FOCUS AV 8 Castleton Templepatrick, BT39 0AZ t: 07874 006777 FOYLE ARENA 2, Limavady Rd, Londonderry BT47 6JY 028 7137 6555 GALGORM RESORT & SPA 136 Fenaghy Road Ballymena, BT42 1EA 028 2588 1001 GLENAPP CASTLE Ayrshire 01465 813 212 GLENAVON HOUSE HOTEL 52 Drum Road Cookstown, BT80 8QS 028 8676 4949 GRAND OPERA HOUSE 2-4 Great Victoria Street Belfast, BT2 7HR 028 9024 1919 GRANGE LODGE 7 Grange Road Dungannon, BT71 7EJ 028 8778 4212 GREENVALE HOTEL 57 Drum Road Cookstown, BT80 8QS 028 8676 2243 GUILDHALL Shipquay Place Londonderry, BT48 6DQ 028 7137 7335
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Your directory and contact details for some - but by no means all - of the best venues and service providers
HASTINGS EVERGLADES HOTEL Prehen Rd, Derry BT47 2NS 028 7132 1066
KING’S HALL Balmoral Belfast, BT9 6GW 028 9066 5225
MAGHERABUOY HOUSE HOTEL 41 Magheraboy Road Portrush, BT56 8NX 028 7082 3507
HILTON TEMPLEPATRICK Castle Upton Estate Templepatrick BT39 0DD 028 9443 5500
LA MON HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB 15-21 Great Georges St Belfast, BT15 1FH 028 9024 2414
MALDRON HOTEL (BELFAST) Airport Rd, Aldergrove, Crumlin BT29 4ZR 028 9445 7000
INISHOWEN GATEWAY HOTEL Railway Road, Buncrana, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, Ireland +353 74 936 1144
LAGAN VALLEY ISLAND Lagan Valley Island Lisburn, BT27 4RL, 028 9250 9292
MALDRON HOTEL (DERRY) Butcher St, Londonderry, BT48 6HL 028 7137 1000
IBIS HOTEL BELFAST QUEENS QUARTER Renshaws Hotel 75 University Street Belfast, BT7 1HL 028 9033 3366
LARCHFIELD 375 Upper Ballynahinch Road Lisburn, BT27 6XL 028 9263 8025
MALMAISSON HOTEL 34-38 Victoria Street Belfast, BT1 3GH 028 9022 0200
LODGE HOTEL Lodge Road Coleraine, BT52 1NF 028 7034 4848
MALONE HOUSE Barnett Demesne Belfast, BT9 5PB 028 9068 1246
LONDONDERRY ARMS HOTEL 24-26 Harbour Road Ballymena, BT44 0EU 028 2888 5255
MALONE LODGE HOTEL 60 Eglantine Avenue Belfast, BT9 6DY 028 9038 8000
LONDONDERRY METHODIST CITY MISSION 19a Crawford Square Londonderry, Bt48 7hr 028 7130 9388
MANOR HOTEL 69 Main Street Ballymoney, BT53 6AN 028 2766 9927
ISLAND HOUSE TRAINING CENTRE Station Road Antrim BT41 1BH 028 9446 8888 IVANHOE INN 556 Saintfield Road Belfast, BT8 8EU 028 9081 2240 JURYS INN Great Victoria Street BELFAST, BT2 7AP 028 9053 3500 KELLY’S INN 232 Omagh Road Garvaghy DUNGANNON, BT70 2DX 028 8556 8218 KILLYHEVLIN HOTEL Dublin Road Enniskillen, BT74 6RW 028 6632 3481 KILMOREY ARMS 43 Greencastle Street Kilkeel, BT34 4BH 028 4176 2220
LOUGH ERNE RESORT Belleek Road, Enniskillen, BT93 7ED 028 6632 3230 LOUGH NEAGH DISCOVERY CENTRE Oxford island NNR Craigavon BT66 6NJ| 028 3832 2205 LYRIC THEATRE 55 Ridgeway St, Belfast BT9 5FB 028 9038 1081 MAC (THE) 10 Exchange Street West Belfast, BT1 2NJ 028 9089 2960
MANOR HOUSE COUNTRY HOTEL Rockfield Irvinestown Enniskillen, BT94 1RE 028 6862 2200 MARINE COURT HOTEL 18 20 Quay Street Bangor, BT20 5ED 028 9145 1100 MELLON COUNTRY HOTEL 134 Beltany Road Omagh, BT78 5RA 028 8166 1224 MERCHANT HOTEL 16 Skipper Street Belfast, BT1 2DZ 028 9023 4888
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Your directory and contact details for some - but by no means all - of the best venues and service providers
MILL AT BALLYDUGAN 3 Drumcullan Road Downpatrick, BT30 8HZ 028 4461 3654
7 TOWERS LEISURE CENTRE Trostan Avenue Ballymena BT43 7BL 028 2564 1427
TITANIC BELFAST 1 Queens Rd, Titanic Quarter, Belfast BT3 9EP 028 9076 6386
MILLENNIUM FORUM 3 Newmarket St Londonderry BT48 6EB 028 7127 2772
ST COLUMBS HALL St Columb's Hall Orchard St, Londonderry BT48 6EG 028 7126 6676
TODDS LEAP 30 Todds Leap Rd, Dungannon, BT70 2BW 028 8556 7170
MOUNT CONFERENCE CENTRE 2 Woodstock Link BELFAST, BT6 8DD 028 9073 0188 MOURNE COUNTRY HOTEL 52 Belfast Rd Newry, BT34 1TR 028 3026 7922 NORTH WEST CASTLE Stranraer 01776 704 413 NEWFORGE HOUSE 58 New Forge Road Craigavon, BT67 0QL 028 9261 1255 NEWRY GOLF INN Forkhill Road Newry, BT35 8QY 028 3026 3871 RANFURLY HOUSE 26 Market Square Dungannon BT70 1AB 028 8772 8600 ROE PARK Drumrane Rd, Limavady BT49 9LB 028 7772 2222 ROSSAHILLY HOUSE Trory Bay, Enniskillen BT94 2FP 028 6632 0976 SAVILLE AUDIO 11 Duncrue Crescent, Belfast BT3 9BW 028 9077 2772
SCOTTISH PROVIDENT BUILDING 7 Donegall Square West Belfast, BT1 6JH 028 9091 8200 SHARE DISCOVERY CENTRE Smiths Strand, Lisnaskea, BT92 0EQ Phone:028 6772 2122 SIGNAL CENTRE OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE 2 Innotec Drive, Balloo Road, Bangor BT19 7PD 028 9147 3788 SILVERBIRCH HOTEL Silverbirch Hotel Gortin Road Omagh, BT79 7DH 028 8225 3876 SLIEVE DONARD HOTEL Downs Road Newcastle, BT33 0AH 028 4372 1066 SLIEVE RUSSELL HOTEL Ballyconnell Co. Cavan, Ireland +353 49 952 6444 STORMONT HOTEL 587 Upper Newtownards Rd, Belfast, BT4 3LP 028 9065 1066 THE BRAID 1-29 Bridge St, Ballymena, BT43 5EJ 028 2565 7161
TULLYLAGAN COUNTRY HOUSE Tullylagan Road Cookstown, BT80 9AZ 028 86765 100 ULSTER HALL 34 Bedford Street Belfast BT2 7FF 028 9033 4400 VISIT DERRY 44 Foyle Street Derry, BT48 6AT (028) 7126 7284 WATERFOOT HOTEL Caw Roundabout, 14 Clooney Rd, Londonderry, BT47 6TB 028 7134 5500 WELLINGTON PARK HOTEL 21 Malone Road Belfast, BT9 6RW 028 9038 1111 WILSON’S AUCTIONS CONFERENCE FACILITIES 22 Mallusk Road Newtownabbey BT36 4PP 028 9034 2626
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