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Welcome to our all new John McIntyre Conference Centre. Set in the grounds of Pollock Halls, the main residential campus of the University of Edinburgh, our John McIntyre Conference Centre has undergone major re-development this year. The all new JMCC brings you the perfect mix of high-specification conference facilities, state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and tailored catering options. Add to this our picturesque setting, with breathtaking views of Arthur’s Seat and you’re guaranteed a successful and memorable event.
Our unique conference offering Delegates will enter at ground-floor level and take the scenic glass lift, or stairs, to the first-floor foyer. This open area can be used for registration, or guests can make their way through to Centro; our spacious lounge where they can relax, help themselves to tea and coffee, or enjoy a drink from
the bar. Centro can also be used throughout the day as an additional breakout space or, when the sun is out, delegates can enjoy the open-air terrace with great views across Arthur’s Seat.
The John McIntyre Conference Centre has been redesigned specifically with delegates’ requirements in mind, providing:
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Conference facilities for up to 350 theatre style
Relax in Centro
Facing south is the Pentland, our new and largest-capacity room; ideal as a plenary
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Four breakout rooms Centro; a place to relax State-of-the-art audiovisual systems An open-air terrace Ground-floor restaurant Dedicated event organiser
space, it can accommodate 350 delegates in theatre style. Alternatively, the space can be divided and used as two separate rooms. The Boardrooms next door have the same flexibility; ideal for use as the conference organiser’s office, or as a small business suite.
Our four additional rooms can be used as exhibition space and breakout sessions, each providing the potential for a variety of seating formats.
You’ll benefit from stateof-the-art audio-visual systems, with:
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Full technical support Automated user-friendly portable touch-screen controls
Restaurant at JMCC on the ground floor
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Ceiling-mounted data projectors Two projection screens Roving radio microphones PA system Three-phase electric power Ceiling mounted lighting rigs
Enjoy a drink at the bar
Boardroom 1 Salisbury Foyer
Holyrood
Open-air terrace
Boardroom 2
Mens Toilets
Ladies Toilets
Concourse Disabled Toilet
Ladies Toilets
Mens Toilets
Centro
Pentland West
Bar
Ladies Toilets
Open-air terrace
Prestonfield
Duddingston
Theatre
Classroom
Boardroom
U-shaped
Reception
Dinner
Caberet
Exhibition/ poster (sqm)
Ceiling height (m)
Natural light
Wheelchair access
Pentland East
Pentland*
350
80
80
80
420
200
160
378
5
Yes
Yes
Pentland East
120
30
30
30
170
80
64
166
5
Yes
Yes
Pentland West
John McIntyre Conference Centre
200
40
40
40
250
120
96
204
5
Yes
Yes
Boardroom*
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–
12
–
–
–
–
–
5
Yes
Yes
Boardroom 1
–
–
8
–
–
–
–
–
5
Yes
Yes
Boardroom 2
–
–
6
–
–
–
–
–
5
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Restaurant
650
Prestonfield
137
50
40
40
150
100
56
133
4
Yes
Yes
Salisbury
36
20
20
20
35
30
24
49
4
Yes
Yes
Holyrood
36
20
20
20
35
30
24
49
4
Yes
Yes
Duddingston
30
16
16
16
35
20
16
43
4
Yes
Yes
*The Boardroom and the Pentland can be divided into two separate rooms
WiFi free
full
technical support
01 06 600 2000+ bar
rooms
Accommodation During spring and summer vacations, our great selection of value-for-money accommodation at Pollock Halls is available for delegates and guests; we can offer twin, double and single rooms, the majority en-suite, and all with a variety of dining options in our newly re-developed restaurant at JMCC.
seats
Also available is our 3-star Salisbury Green Hotel. Set in a refurbished 18th-century mansion house, in beautiful surroundings, Salisbury Green delivers style and comfort. The interior, and 36 en-suite bedrooms, perfectly reflect the atmosphere and history of the building.
bedrooms available
Catering Dining in our stylish groundfloor restaurant, delegates will enjoy fine local and global ingredients from a range of menus designed to suit your budget. Also, our extensive wine list features the best from the old and new world.
Planning your event We have extensive experience of event management, from gala banquets and weddings to business meetings and large residential conferences. We can arrange toastmasters, flowers and entertainment, including live music, ceilidh bands and DJs; all expertly planned and organised by your dedicated event co-ordinator.
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To find out more or to make a booking, call +44 (0)131 651 2189 email edinburgh.first@ed.uk or visit www.edinburghfirst.com