Issue 75
November ‘23
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PIECING TOGETHER YOUR IDEAL VENUE
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04 Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa 06 Radisson Blu Hotel Liverpool 08 Mercure Bristol North The Grange Hotel 10
Sustainable Meetings
20 Holiday Inn Southampton 22 Novotel Sheffield Centre 24 Adham Hotels Group 26 Makeney Hall Hotel 28 Latest News 32 Even More Cracking Christmas Parties 44 Showcase Venues 48 Staff Picks 50 Delegate Deals 53 Meet the Team 54 Using our Services Front Cover: Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre
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Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol, Somerset BS1 1HT Max Capacity
400
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£45
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£195
Dating back to the 19th century, the remarkably elegant Bristol Harbour Hotel and Spa sits proudly in the heart of the city. Formerly home to two iconic bank properties, this boutique, four-star hotel has been immaculately restored and features three impressive, flexible meeting rooms with contemporary interiors and stunning period features. Inspired by the Library of St. Mark in the Piazzatta at Venice, The Sansovino Hall was the former banking hall and today holds up to 400 delegates. This beautiful space is perfect for large conferences with its opulently detailed ceiling and magnificent skylight. For something more intimate, The Vault is accessed by walking down a candle-lit staircase, into the old banking vaults. This unique and atmospheric space is ideal for 60 guests seated or 80 guests for drinks.
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Radisson Blu Hotel Liverpool Liverpool, Merseyside L3 9BD Max Capacity
200
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The Radisson Blu Hotel Liverpool is a modern, four-star hotel offering premium accommodation and meeting facilities near to the city's top attractions and just over eight miles from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. With views overlooking the River Mersey, Radisson Blu Hotel Liverpool has nine conference and event rooms which host up to 200 guests reception-style in the exquisite Kings Suite. Each room is highly decorated with a minimal, streamlined aesthetic and features complimentary high-speed, wireless internet, high-tech AV equipment, natural daylight, and individual climate control. Guests and delegates can experience a warm, relaxed atmosphere in the Collage Restaurant and enjoy a cocktail or beer at The White Bar. The hotel is also equipped with a state-of-the-art fitness centre, indoor pool, and steam and sauna rooms.
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Mercure Bristol North The Grange Hotel Winterbourne, Bristol BS36 1RP Max Capacity
140
Day Rates from
£30
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£130
Set in 18 acres of landscaped gardens, amongst the South Gloucestershire countryside, The Grange offers a stylish blend of traditional and contemporary designed interiors, creating one of the most picturesque meeting venues in Bristol. The six meeting rooms provide a professional and comfortable space for any business meeting, conference, or large corporate event. All rooms are fully equipped with complimentary Wifi and AV equipment. Addtionally, an expert team is always on hand to assist with any business needs, from setting up equipment to arranging catering services. Perfect for presentations, training sessions and large corporate events, the Park Suite and Courtyard is an elegant space with its own private bar that holds up to 130 guests in a theatre layout. This stunning location also allows parking for 150 cars as well as its own helipad. 01775 843410 Monday to Friday, 8.30am -5.30pm
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In an era of heightened environmental awareness, the hospitality industry is undergoing a remarkable shift in practices towards a greener, more sustainable future. In this issue, we shine a spotlight on several remarkable venues that have made it their mission to introduce sustainability into everything they do, setting ambitious green targets and achieving them with dedication, innovation and passion.
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Wyboston Lakes Resort is committed to contributing to a more sustainable future for all. To achieve this, the resort's dedicated Green Team is working diligently towards the goal of achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2040. Due to their current work, Wyboston Lakes Resort has earned several prestigious achievements, including gold awards from the Green Tourism Awards and the IACC, as well as the EcoSmart Platinum Venue Award from Greengage Solutions. Most recently, they were honoured with the 2023 Sustainability Award at the Conference & Events Awards. Their commitment to sustainability is evident through initiatives such as planting over 26,500 trees, installing 30 EV charging points, transitioning to state-of-the-art LED lighting, and reducing their reliance on single-use plastics. Wyboston Lakes Resort continues to make significant strides towards achieving their ambitious sustainability targets.
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Whittlebury Park believes that everyone has a duty of care for the environment and to seek ways to conserve natural resources. In recent years, the venue has successfully implemented various environmental measures and practices, all while ensuring that the comfort, standards, and enjoyment of guests remain uncompromised. Across its 700 acres, four nature reserves have been created and over 25,000 new trees have been planted. The venue takes pride in being a zero-to-landfill estate, recycling everything from glass, paper, waste cooking oils, and even food waste, which is converted into biofuel to heat the spa’s hydrotherapy pool. Water efficiency is also an effective way of protecting human health and the environment. That’s why Whittlebury Park has implemented water conservation measures to reduce consumption and costs by installing water-saving devices sensor flushing systems, measuring swimming pool clarity, and harvesting rainwater.
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Best Western The Dartmouth Hotel, Golf and Spa participates in the Green Tourism Programme. A programme that measures the property's impact on the environment, the community, cultural heritage and the local economy. The venue has implemented several sustainable practices, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility, all while ensuring the comfort of its guests and delegates. The Dartmouth Hotel no longer use any single-use plastic toiletries and wall-mounted, refillable dispensers have been installed across the venue. The on-site self-catering cottages have ground source heat pumps and daily housekeeping will only be provided on request. By opting out of daily housekeeping, water, energy, and the use of detergents are minimised. Within the 225 acres of rolling South Hams countryside, The Dartmouth Hotel has built a solar panel farm and recently created a new reed bed which offers a natural, eco-friendly system for wastewater treatment whilst providing a suitable habitat for wildfowl.
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Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre are passionate about championing sustainable practices that support people, the planet and community sustainability pillars with an ambition to be net zero carbon by 2035, aligning with the University of Birmingham’s commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2045. At the start of this year, the gold standard award for Green Meetings from Green Tourism was achieved, making Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre one of only 17 conference venues in the UK demonstrating the highest sustainability standards within the industry. The accreditation was achieved due to the venue's sustainable practices in their economic, environmental, and social policies. All single-use plastic has been eliminated, water is only available in glass bottles, locally-grown ingredients are used wherever possible, and the hotel proudly provides six electric car charging points, thereby promoting sustainable travel.
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Holiday Inn Southampton Southampton, Hampshire SO15 1HJ Max Capacity
220
Day Rates from
£25
24hr Rates from
£130
Meet at the waterside with Holiday Inn Southampton. This impressive venue is just a ten-minute drive from the centre of the city and the closest hotel to Southampton’s cruise ship terminals. Meetings can be held in the hotel’s modern conference suites, with six flexible, air-conditioned rooms for up to 120 delegates. AV equipment, complimentary Wifi, unlimited tea and coffee and catering options are available. On-site parking with EV charging is also ready for use. As part of the IHG Green Engage system, Holiday Inn Southampton has introduced innovative sustainability measures to help manage their impact on the environment. 100% of the electricity consumed is sourced from renewable energy, two million pieces of single-use plastic are removed each year, and over half of the lights used on-site are energy-efficient LEDs. 01775 843410 Monday to Friday, 8.30am -5.30pm
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Novotel Sheffield Centre Sheffield, South Yorkshire S1 2PR Max Capacity
220
Day Rates from
£35
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£179
The four-star Novotel Sheffield Centre hotel perfectly blends style with convenience right in the heart of the city. This ideally located venue is within walking distance of the Crucible, Lyceum theatres, and Sheffield Arena. A successful meeting is assured with a choice of seven fully equipped rooms, all with natural daylight, state-of-art equipment, high-speed Wifi, and flexible layouts. Located on the first floor, the Furnival Suite can accommodate up to 220 delegates theatre-style or 160 banquetstyle. This room also features a private bar which can be opened for functions. Guests and delegates can absorb the lively atmosphere and stylish surroundings at Novotel in the on-site restaurant which serves a range of local and international cuisine that is simple yet authentic.
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The Adham Hotels Group are an ever-growing company with over 21 years of hotel industry and management experience. Ranging from budget to four-star comfort, their portfolio of unique UK hotels is committed to offering the best possible service to every guest, delegate and visitor that walks through their doors.
Sea Hotel
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Makeney Hall Hotel Belper, Derbyshire DE56 0RS Max Capacity
180
Day Rates from
£29
24hr Rates from
£150
Just eight miles from Derby, Makeney Hall Hotel is a Victorian country mansion surrounded by sprawling, landscaped gardens, scenic English countryside, and tranquil views across Derbyshire’s Amber Valley. Makeney Hall’s largest space, the Milford Suite, holds up to 180 delegates and features its own bar, breakout area and private entrance. For something more intimate, the Chevin is a purpose-built boardroom for up to 10 delegates, fitted with an interactive TV and boasts floor-to-ceiling windows. For a grander meeting experience, the Lavinia’s Suite offers a rustic feel with its grand fireplace, light oak panelling and large bay window. Connecting directly to the Lavinia’s Suite, the Conservatory overlooks the beautifully landscaped gardens and can seat up to 36 guests.
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Latestnews
Millennium Gloucester Hotel London: Relaunched and Renovated!
Millennium Gloucester Hotel London has relaunched with new rooms, three additional meeting rooms, new restaurants South West 7 and Korean Grill Kensington and a quintessentially English afternoon tea. With South Kensington’s museums, tourist destinations and world-renowned shops just a minute’s walk away, the Millennium Gloucester Hotel London is ideally located for those wanting to enjoy a
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true London experience. The hotel is offering a selection of exciting new features to refresh the hotel.
New Hotel Rooms
The Millennium Hotel Group has invested five million on refurbishing the guest bedrooms. In 2023 the hotel invested in new wallpaper and carpets for the conference centre, new luxury bedroom suites (the hotel now has 611 bedrooms) and a new gym.
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Quintessentially English Afternoon Tea
Traditional afternoon teas have launched in the Humphreys Bar from £36.00 per person. A very London afternoon tea with Union Jack, Tube map and London-inspired pastries and cakes. Munch into a selection of traditional sandwiches like salmon, chicken, and roast beef. And of course, a selection of delicious homemade scones with clotted creams and jams.
guests on a journey into Korean dining BBQ culture. Each table at KGK has an inbuilt tabletop-style grill for a traditional Korean BBQ cuisine of grilling meat over a hot grill in the centre of the table.
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Restaurant Launches
Millennium Gloucester Hotel London launched Millennium Sustainable Meetings offering in June 2023 and it ensures clients can meet and support their own environmental goals. The hotel also created three additional meeting rooms bringing the total to 29.
A new South West 7 brasserie restaurant offering an authentic French dining experience opens at the hotel every Thursday to Saturday. From Provençal dishes to Parisian traditions, flavours from across France are to be expected at the new French brasserie. Korean Grill Kensington (KGK) sends
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Ashorne Hill wins Prestige Award Ashorne Hill are delighted to announce that they have won Career Development Specialists, for Central England at the Prestige Awards.
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“This is a fantastic achievement and is a testament to the unwavering commitment and dedication of our team in empowering and inspiring learners. I would like to say a huge thank you and well done to our fantastic team here at Ashorne Hill not to mention our amazing learners - we couldn’t have done it without you.”
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Here we are once more, bringing you the ultimate chapter in our collection of Christmas parties and destinations! Get out the tinsel and unleash the sparkle for the grandest and most extraordinary year-end. If you haven't secured your spot yet, we've got some fantastic options for you to consider.
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Home to Birmingham City Football Club is St. Andrew’s Stadium, a unique venue priding itself on delivering firstclass service, ensuring every event held is a resounding success. Offering two options for a sensational Christmas party, the team at this venue are sure to make your festive season unforgettable. Two of Midland’s best reggae and soul bands are welcomed back, to provide two fantastic Christmas parties, “Rats in the Kitchen and “Second City Soul”. Each party package includes a red carpet arrival, welcome drinks, a twocourse Caribbean-themed dinner, Christmas novelties, themed decorations and crackers, and the convenience of a cashless bar. Private Christmas parties are also available for those wanting something more personal. Birmingham City Football Club is located a mile and a half from Birmingham city centre and is easily accessible from all major road routes and motorway networks. On-site free parking is available for those travelling by car, alternatively, the nearest train station is a short taxi ride away.
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Situated in the central hub of the UK, Coventry Building Society Arena stands as a renowned venue seamlessly merging the finest aspects of business, sports, and music to craft a top-tier destination suitable for events of up to 7,000 guests. This year, this exceptional venue becomes the eccentric world of “Christmas at the Chocolate Factory”. With unique performers, a quirky chocolate-making genius, fairground rides and an evening of pure imagination, there is something for everyone. Begin the night with a welcome drink and indulge in a delicious three-course dinner in the “Chocolate Room”. Also included is live music, the chance to find your own “Golden Ticket", themed areas, multiple bars, and drinks packages. For those wanting to keep the party going after hours, the onsite casino offers latenight and early-morning entertainment. Due to this venue being within a two-hour drive for over 75 per cent of the UK’s population, it is an ideal destination in a prime position. With over 2,000 on-site car parking spaces spread across four car parks, local train stations nearby, and popular bus routes, accessibility is at the top of the agenda. An on-site hotel is also available for those wanting to stay the night after the party is over.
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Built in 1900, The DoubleTree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel and Spa is a palatial and stately Victorian property that sits in the heart of the beautiful spa town of Harrogate. A fantastic venue to celebrate the festive season and available for shared party nights or exclusive use, it is time to dust off your dancing shoes. “Candy Cane Disco” party nights offer the chance to share your evening with colleagues and other partygoers in the event suite, transformed into a festive Candy Land. Packages include an unlimited Prosecco reception, a three-course festive dinner, a photo booth, disco and DJ entertainment until the early hours. Accessible by car from the M1 and A1(M), there is a secure car park, suitable for those staying overnight. A short taxi ride into Harrogate will take you to the Harrogate Train Station, with trains connecting to major cities such as Leeds, London and York.
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With 12 acres of beautiful parkland and in an idyllic country setting, Mercure Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa is the perfect place to throw the ultimate Christmas party. With varying packages to suit everyone, end the year on a high at this stunning historic four-star hotel. Take part in the “Sparkling Snow Globe” party, enjoying a luxurious three-course meal with tea and coffee, followed by a DJ and disco until the early hours. A “Blue Light” night is also available for those who are Blue Light workers, with mince pies and a spectacular, sparkling evening of entertainment. If you would prefer something more intimate, private hire parties are also available. Being just one mile from Sheffield city centre and easily accessible from the M1, the venue benefits from on-site parking, as well as EV charging points. Sheffield Railway Station, situated in the city centre is served by East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
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Have a grand Christmas, without the stuffiness at Donnington Grove. A friendly, country house hotel perfectly located in Newbury. Enjoy an evening of fantastic food and great company at one of the party nights on offer or get in touch to organise your very own private soirée. Be treated to welcome drinks and a three-course festive menu, followed by fantastic evening entertainment. Close to the M4 and M5 and within easy reach of Reading, Basingstoke, Oxford, Swindon and London, Donnington Grove is one of the most accessible conference venues in the southeast, with 200 on-site, complimentary car parking spaces. For those that add an extra special touch to the evening, arriving by helicopter is also an option, as the venue has its very own helicopter landing pad, situated between the lake and the hotel.
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Leeds Marriott Hotel Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 6ET
Set right in the heart of the city centre, located on Trevelyan Square, contemporary comfort and historic elegance blend seamlessly at Leeds Marriott Hotel. Choose from 17 well-designed and versatile event spaces with the capacity to host events for an intimate six to an impressive 304 delegates in the charming Thomas Ambler Suite. With its own bar, this room is the perfect choice for any event.
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South Hill Park & Wilde Theatre Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 7PA
As one of the largest and most enterprising arts centres in the UK, South Hill Park and Wilde Theatre’s unique blend of history and creativity provides an inspiring break from the norm, offering a unique yet traditional backdrop for corporate events. Surrounded by beautiful and extensive grounds, this 18th-century mansion boasts a range of spaces, including the Wilde Theatre, which seats up to 325 guests. Day Rates from £40.00
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Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside Gateshead, Tyne & Wear NE8 3AE
Perfectly placed alongside the River Tyne, the stylish Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside not only boasts fantastic waterside views but offers quick and easy access to the city centre. The three flexible meeting rooms are spacious, stylish, and fitted with state-of-the-art AV equipment. Accommodating up to 180 delegates, the Hyperion room is the largest suite and ideal for bigger corporate events. Day Rates from £30.00
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Doubletree by Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel & Spa Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 2HU
Surrounded by acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and built in 1900, The Majestic stately Victorian venue is home to 15 meeting rooms varying in style and size, each with high ceilings and flooded with natural daylight. From the glamorous ground floor Ballroom to the new look Carriage Suite with its own dedicated bar, each space is guaranteed to create a memorable setting.
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A collection of venues that are trending with our Findmeaconference specialists.
De Vere Horsley Estate
Hillscourt
East Horsley, Surrey KT24 6DT
Birmingham, West Midlands B45 8RS
Derby County Football Club
Sandy Park Conference Centre
Derby, Derbyshire DE24 8XL
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Exeter, Devon EX2 7NN
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Grand Hotel
The Roseate
The Lowry Hotel
Tylney Hall Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport
Best Western Plus Mosborough Hall Hotel
Eastbourne, East Sussex BN21 4EQ
Manchester M3 5LH
Glasgow, Renfrewshire PA3 2SJ
Reading, Berkshire RG1 3EJ
Hook, Hampshire RG27 9AZ
Sheffield, South Yorkshire S20 5EA
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Crowne Plaza Gerrards Cross Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 2XE
Sutton Coldfield, Warwickshire B76 0BY
Back to School Offer
Enhanced Commission
Millennium Gloucester Hotel London
Holiday Inn London Gatwick Worth
Sustainable Meetings
Shared Party Nights
Kensington, London SW7 4LH
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Lea Marston Hotel
Crawley, West Sussex RH10 4SS
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Highfield Park
Whittlebury Park
Hook, Hampshire RG27 0LG
Towcester, Northamptonshire NN12 8QH
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Pendley Manor
Mercure Norwich Hotel
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Wellness your Way
Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 5QY
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