Issue 56
April ‘22
Bank Holiday Opening Times
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Good Friday Bank Holiday
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Easter Monday Bank Holiday
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Early May Bank Holiday
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Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront
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Manchester Central
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A Day at the Races
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Hilton London Kensington
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Hilton London Olympia
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Spotlight on Sheffield
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Rutland Hall Hotel
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Macdonald Hotels & Resorts
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Showcase: Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
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Showcase: Bush Hall
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Staff Picks
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Delegate Deals
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Meet the Team
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Using our Services
Findmeaconference and Findmeahotelroom are both divisions of Infotel Solutions Ltd Some images may not depict room & catering protocals due to Covid-19 procedures. All rates contained in this magazine are correct at the time of publishing. Front Cover: VisitBritain
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Featured Venue
Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2GS
Max Capacity
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Day Rates from
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If you're looking to host a meeting or conference on the seafront, Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront is an excellent choice with its modern and contemporary styling and thrilling sea views. Situated between Brighton Pier and The Lanes, the property has a choice of eight event spaces, from the large Renaissance Suite which seats up to 300 delegates, to the intimate Coleridge for up to 20 guests. Welcoming up to 40 delegates, the Wordsworth is another superb space and with access to the Library terrace too, it's easy and convenient to use this additional area for pre-event registration, refreshments and as a breakout area. All meeting rooms have Wifi and there is on-site technical support, including a dedicated event organiser.
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Manchester Central Petersfield, Manchester M2 3GX Max Capacity
10,900
Day Rates from
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With over 23,000m² of space and a capacity of over 10,000 people, Manchester Central hosts a unique array of events from intimate small business meetings, to high profile conferences, sporting competitions, public exhibitions, political party conferences and large-scale international trade shows. Last year, the award-winning venue launched Studio at Manchester Central, a brand new, purpose-built broadcast-quality production studio. This enables content to be pre-recorded or live streamed from a professional TV broadcasting environment and sits alongside ‘Live from the Auditorium’, the venue’s hybrid event solution from the 800 seat, purpose-built auditorium. With a city-centre location, on-site parking and links to Manchester's multi-modal transport network, Manchester Central delivers the space, platforms, service and experience to make your event memorable.
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Experienced in producing the slickest of events that are watched from the grandstands and by TV audiences from across the globe, we're offering a sure-fire bet for delegate satisfaction and event excellence in impressive and iconic venues. In fact, it's time to saddle up for some thoroughbred spaces for meetings and events as we're about to discover the superb facilities available at the country's racecourse venues!
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Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire makes it possible to hold a conference in the grandstand, an exhibition on the concourse or a team-building day in the parade ring! With stunning parkland views across Windsor Great Park and the Berkshire countryside, Ascot adds prestige to any event with its fine facilities and superb Royal standard service. A choice of over 300 meeting rooms is available to organisers, along with 4,000sqm of exhibition space in the 27-metre high atrium of the Grandstand Galleria. Large dining areas and event spaces for up to 3,000 guests plus additional areas around the course, such as the Old Paddock Lawns, Silver Ring and Parade Ring, provide even more opportunities for outdoor event space.
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The famous Aintree Racecourse is certain to inspire delegates with tales of fearless determination and triumph. There's a choice of five self-contained grandstands for staging a meeting or corporate event for up to 600 guests and with acres of lush green parkland, launching a new product or challenging the team with some outdoor competition are perfectly catered for. Aintree also provides a dramatic backdrop for receptions and banquets and with good motorway and railway networks, this well-known course is easy to reach too.
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Technical support and a dedicated event coordinator will lead the way in guaranteeing great hospitality and excellent facilities for delegates and guests at Haydock Park. Situated half way between Manchester and Liverpool and offering a competitive day delegate rate, Haydock Park boasts a purpose-built conference centre with a wide range of suites and rooms. In addition to free Wifi, you can expect the latest in audio-visuals, dedicated on-site support, ample free parking and a beautiful parkland, with 127 acres of lush outside space for team-building activities and corporate family fun days.
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Whether it's a summer party to reward colleagues or an autumnal assault course to encourage team-building, Newmarket Racecourse is a superb choice. Internal space features first-class furnishings. Externally, the views over the Suffolk countryside can be savoured from one of the many grandstand balconies and also form the backdrop for tank driving and other outdoor pursuits. The maximum capacity here is 400 delegates for a theatre-style event. For a more intimate occasion consider the Royal Box; welcoming up to 50 guests, it has its own private terrace, a lift and cloakroom facilities. With its racecourse views and Royal connections, it’s a special setting for a meeting or private dining event.
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Flexible exhibition space with the capabilities for vehicular access put Kempton Park in a superb position for product launches. Conveniently located and boasting its own railway station, the course is easily accessible from the M25 and M6 and is only 16 miles from central London. Good sized space means 750 delegates can attend an event in the Exhibition Hall. Private boxes and the Royal Box are available for smaller occasions or opt for one of the grandstand suites which are perfect for several hundred guests.
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Dry-slope skiing, golf, footgolf, go-carting and sky walking through the treetops; just some of the activities available for team-building at Sandown Park! This prestigious racecourse venue offers modern meeting rooms and suites as well as vast spaces for consumer and trade exhibitions. Excellent on-site support from a knowledgeable technical team, the latest in audiovisuals and superb catering options put this Surrey venue on the event organiser's map and in the party planners' little black book!
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Staying in Surrey, Epson Downs Racecourse is known throughout the world for its Derby Festival, which dates back to 1780. Located just 30-minutes from central London, today's event and conferencing facilities at Epsom are excellent, with state-of-the-art audio-visuals, super service and support. The purpose-built conference facility includes a large, light-filled exhibition hall that welcomes up to 1,500 guests. This flexible space can also be used to host receptions and parties as well as team-building events or product launches. There's a good choice of syndicate and break-out rooms for smaller events, training and brainstorming too. With its stylish architecture, wide green spaces, elegant terraces and views of both the North Downs and the London skyline, Epsom is an instant impresser!
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Finally, Carlisle Racecourse is another great option for a range of events. Of course, the racecourse views are inspiring, and you'll have the added beauty and drama of the rolling Cumbrian countryside too but a particular highlight here is the food! Jockey Club Catering is award-winning! From canapés to conference catering, four-course banquets and celebrations, the delicious menus are show-stoppers that are certain to satisfy the maximum capacity 320 guests at a sit-down dinner or 600 attending a reception. The M6 is close-by, Carlisle train station is just two miles away, there's ample free on-site parking and you'll have good technical support throughout too.
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Featured Venue
Hilton London Kensington Kensington, London W11 4UL Max Capacity
400
Day Rates from
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24hr Rates from
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From the intimate style of a contemporary boardroom seating 12 to the flexible space of the Christie Suite and its capacity for up to 400 delegates, Hilton London Kensington offers superb choice and great value for money. The latest in audio-visual equipment and free Wifi are provided and there is a good selection of catering options too, from business brunches to company banquets, gala dinners and celebrations. From its leafy Holland Park location, Hilton London Kensington is just a short walk from Shepherd's Bush overland and underground rail stations. It's also convenient for the M40, A40 and M4 and offers on-site parking for travelling delegates.
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Hilton London Olympia Kensington, London W14 8NL Max Capacity
320
Day Rates from
£39
24hr Rates from
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The inviting and modern Executive Lounge, with its floor to ceiling windows, provides a superb spot for delegates to either relax between meetings or catch up on communications in a comfortable and light-filled space. There's a choice of ten meeting rooms. The Westminster is the largest space and will comfortably accommodate 320 guests for a reception or 250 for a theatre-style event. Located on the ground floor, it boasts natural light, black-out curtains and air-conditioning. Hilton London Olympia also offers private dining, making it a popular option for entertaining clients and colleagues in this trendy London location.
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Sheffield is shaping up to be the city of sports this year! It's one of the host cities for the UEFA Women's Euro competition and the Rugby League World Cup. It's also where the British Swimming Championships will take place and of course, it’s long been the home of the Snooker World Championships. With an exciting mix of museums, galleries, theatres and beautiful architecture, Sheffield is a cultural treasure-chest for events. Add to this the rolling Yorkshire countryside and it’s a location that’s on our hot list for 2022.
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Cutlers Hall in the city centre is a shining example of Victorian architecture. The Grade II listed building features sparkling chandeliers, beautiful wood panelling and richly decorated rooms with stunning ceilings. Day delegate rates start from £32.50 and half and full-day hire rates are available too as another option.
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In contrast, the contemporary Mercure St Paul's Hotel and Spa offers a choice of seven modern meeting rooms, including an executive boardroom and a suite that accommodates up to 600 delegates. Day delegate rates are from £30 and 24-hour rates from £139. With a stylish champagne bar, a restaurant with an equally contemporary menu, a fitness centre, pool and spa facilities this 4-star hotel has lots to offer delegates in their down-time.
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The luxury conference venue and hotel Kenwood Hall is just one mile from the city centre and creates a beautiful environment for meetings, company celebrations and team-building events. Set in 12 acres of parkland, there's plenty of scope for outdoor pursuits while a choice of nine meeting rooms catering for everything from formal boardroom meetings for ten or a larger event entertaining up to 80 guests in the stylish Terrace Room. With an elegant tea room too, make sure the schedule includes time for that quintessential tradition of afternoon tea - delegates will love you for it! Day delegate rates start from just £20.95 and £120 for 24-hour delegates.
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Another popular hotel that excels with style and super service is the delightful Whirlowbrook Hall. One of the many positives for choosing this venue is the exclusive use policy which means you and your delegates have total privacy and attentive service. It also ensures rooms are at your disposal, so breakout rooms for brainstorming, syndicate spaces for workshops are readily available. Plus access to the private bar and terrace is a little bit of a treat too! Also, consider Whirlowbrook Hall for a private dining occasion. The rooms are elegant and stylish without being stuffy and the menu is very exciting!
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Day rates start from £30 and for 24-hour delegates, rooms can be arranged at Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall Hotel or the DoubleTree by Hilton Sheffield Park; both are just ten minutes away. Set rates are available and transport can be provided too so there's nothing to hold you back from meeting at this stunning venue.
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Delegate wellbeing is always a top priority and the Doubletree by Hilton Sheffield Park has health, fitness and relaxation wrapped up! Whether your 24-hour delegates opt for a gym session or the bubbles of the Jacuzzi, they will benefit from valuable downtime after a productive day of meetings. Add in the delicious Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill for evening dining and a post-dinner drink on the patio, and all-round contentment is guaranteed!
Delegate rates for 24-hours start from £125 with a day rate from £25. There's ample on-site parking and a good choice of meeting rooms and suites, welcoming up to 500 delegates.
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Rutland Hall Hotel Oakham, Rutland LE15 8AB Max Capacity
275
Day Rates from
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24hr Rates from
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Situated in 65 acres of peaceful grounds with views over Rutland Water and the gentle rolling countryside of England's smallest county, Rutland Hall Hotel is a beautiful property for conferences, meetings, celebrations and team-building events. It offers nine distinct meeting rooms, the largest having a maximum capacity for up to 200 delegates for a theatre-style event. Alternatively, host a corporate reception for 275 guests or a sit-down dinner for 136 and savour the splendid menu from the executive chef, Sumit Chakrabarty. With a background in classical French cuisine and a wealth of experience from Michelin-star establishments, a memorable event is assured.
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Macdonald Burlington Hotel
Burlington Arcade, Birmingham B2 4JQ
A stunning venue, steeped in the sophisticated style you'd expect from a grand railway hotel, with rooms that can easily accommodate large scale conferences, product launches, gala events and major seminars, yet is equally comfortable for a private smaller scale boardroom meeting.
Macdonald Drumossie Hotel Old Perth Road, Inverness IV2 5BE
A peaceful location and a hotel with elegance and a slice of history; Macdonald Drumossie Hotel in Inverness is set in nine acres of parkland with fabulous views over the Moray Firth, close to some of the world’s finest golf courses and in a listed art deco building with up-to-date facilities.
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Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa Polmont, Falkirk FK2 0YB
Just a stone’s throw from direct routes to Scotland’s largest cities, Macdonald Inchyra Hotel and Spa is one of the largest hotel conference venues in Scotland. With space for up to 750 delegates in the main Inchyra Suite, it’s an elegant venue for large conferences, product launches, corporate dinners and association meetings.
Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9FX
Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel boasts superbly stylish meeting and function rooms, plus breathtaking gardens and surrounding woodland. Elegance and grandeur, along with cutting edge technology, meet with excellent business and communication facilities for a range of meetings and events.
Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 9JH
One of Berkshire’s most exclusive meeting venues, Macdonald Bertstede Hotel and Spa caters for up to 400 delegates and offers a range of 14 meeting rooms, from a private board meeting to a grand exhibition space with open terraces overlooking beautiful gardens.
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Kimpton Clocktower Hotel Oxford Street, Manchester M60 7HA
Striking Victorian architecture externally and exciting, contemporary spaces internally; if you're after a hotel that makes an instant impression, Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is that hotel!
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Bush Hall White City, London W12 7LJ
Follow in the footsteps of legends in music and comedy with a corporate conference or event at the iconic Bush Hall where sparkling chandeliers and cute cherubs set the scene for a dazzling and dynamic gathering.
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A collection of hotels and venues that are trending with our Findmeaconference specialists.
Bournemouth West Cliff
The Building Centre
Staycity - York Barbican Centre
Holiday Inn Express Leigh - Sports Village
Bournemouth, Dorset BH2 5JS
York, North Yorkshire YO10 4AH
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Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7BT
Leigh, Lancashire WN7 4JY
Bush Hall
Headingley Stadium
Whittlebury Park
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Best Western Plus Lancashire Manor Hotel
Holiday Inn Manchester West
White City, London W12 7LJ
Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 8QH
Skelmersdale, Lancashire WN8 9QD
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Leeds, West Yorkshire LS6 3BR
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 6ET
Manchester, Gtr Manchester M5 4LT
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Delegate Deals
Doubletree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly Manchester M1 3DG
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL51 0TS
Easter Special
25% off Weekends
Bicester Hotel Golf & Spa
Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel
2022 Team-building
Meet for FREE
Bicester, Oxfordshire OX26 1TH
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Jurys Inn Cheltenham
Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 4QL
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Best Western Cresta Court Hotel
China Fleet Country Club
Manchester, Gtr Manchester WA14 4DP
Plymouth, Cornwall PL12 6LJ
Day Delegate Rate £25
Team-building Deals
Holiday Inn Kenilworth Warwick
Eastside Rooms
Birmingham, East Midlands B7 4BL
1 in 10 Go Free
1 in 5 Go Free
Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 1ED
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Guest room availability in Sheffield is in demand!
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