Manchester Conference & Exhibition Guide 2010/11 by Marketing Manchester

Manchester Conference & Exhibition Guide 2010/11

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Welcome to the Manchester Conference Guide 2010-2011

Contents

The following pages contain everything and anything you could possibly need to organise a meeting or event in Manchester. From conference centres and hotels to out of the ordinary and academic venues – you’ll find all the information right here.

Venue & Service Listings 19 - 24 25 - 56 57 - 86 87 - 92 93 - 96 97 - 100 101 - 107

Manchester Central Convention Complex Conference Centres & Hotels Out of the Ordinary Venues Academic Venues Serviced Apartments Event Services Transport Services

There are also details of the growing number of serviced apartment operators in the city – an option that has become an increasingly popular choice for meeting venues as it can also double as overnight accommodation if required. Never a group to shy away from introducing themselves – the conference team has also said a few words about their areas of work and how they can help to make your event a great success.

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News & Developments Discover Manchester Manchester A - Z Manchester Voices John Ryan Meet the Team Case Study: Flying High in Manchester Ready Steady Go! Ones to Watch Manchester Menu

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Shopping Spree 24 Hour Party People Southern Gateway Gateway to a Great Get-away Sustainable Events Manchester Airport Getting Around Greater Manchester Index Maps

Those of you that have received the guide before will notice that we’ve also added some information outlining the main news and developments across the city during the past twelve months. And for those of you looking at Manchester for the very first time, you’ll find some interesting features that we thought would give you a glimpse into the history and workings of this great city of ours. More information can be found on our website, manchesterconferences.com, but if you’d rather contact the team direct, please don’t hesitate to drop us a line at: conference@visitmanchester.com or give us a call on: 0871 663 0081. We look forward to working with you.

Photography: Section Header Pages & ‘Meet the Team’: Percy Dean Editorial: Jan Chlebik, Jonty Wilde, David Lake, Ian Howarth, David Millington, Carl Hodgson, Photolink, Britain on View, Northwest Regional Development Agency, Visit Manchester is the Tourist Board for Greater Manchester and is a division of Marketing Manchester, the agency charged with promoting Manchester on a national and international stage. For further information please visit www.marketingmanchester.com or contact (0161) 237 1010.

Andrew Stokes Chief Executive, Marketing Manchester

News & Developments Flights Manchester Airport continues to attract additional European routes making the city even more accessible for leisure and business visitors. Germanwings launched four flights a week from Cologne/Bonn for their winter schedule and easyJet increased the number of destinations to include flights from Copenhagen, Munich and Marrakech. In September, Icelandair increased the frequency of their Reykjavik flights to four times a week and Jet2.com is now operating a year round service on their Rome route.

Purple Flag Manchester has been successful in attaining Purple Flag Status. Purple Flag is the new "gold standard" that recognises great entertainment and hospitality areas at night. Places that achieve the standard are those that offer a positive experience to night time visitors and users. Purple Flag is set to be the indicator of where to go for a good night out and will bring positive publicity for the successful towns and city centres. Manchester scored particularly highly on its provision of taxi marshals, the array of the cultural offer, the feeling of safety and the cosmopolitan feel to the city.

LA Twin City Manchester and Los Angeles have signed a ‘new friendship agreement’ which will see educational, cultural, business, digital/new media and sporting links promoted between the two great cities. The agreement states that ‘Manchester and Los Angeles are cities of culture and sport, sharing a significant leisure offer for both residents and visitors. There are a number of opportunities to use the city partnership to develop international cultural and sporting links and promote visitor movement between the two cities.

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Award winning patisserie opens in Bamford She was made the first ever female head chef at Harvey Nichols in 2006 and has cooked for highprofile clients including Her Majesty The Queen and Victoria Beckham and now Alison Seagreave has opened her very own patisserie. In the short time that Macaroon patisserie in Bamford has been open, it has already been nominated for a prestigious award. Macaroon has made the shortlist of just six eateries competing for the Best Newcomer award at this year’s Manchester Food and Drink Festival. The patisserie is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9am.

News & Developments Proposals for £24 million BMX Centre announced

Green Badge Guides Manchester has recently gained 24 new tour guides following the completion of a six month training course with the Institute of Tourist Guiding. The part time Green badge course was subsidised by Visit Manchester, with funding from the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA). The Green Badge authorises guides to carry out public walks and coach tours within the Greater Manchester area.

Proposals for a £24 million national indoor BMX centre at Sportcity in East Manchester have been announced. Designed by Ellis Williams Architects, the 110,000 sq foot building will, with the existing Manchester Velodrome, form the National Cycling Centre, the British home of cycling. It will include a 2,000 seat capacity BMX area and offices for the headquarters of the British Cycling Federation.

Manchester Trails Manchester Urban Culture Trails has recently launched with four themed, self-guided cultural city tours that are available to download for free on www.visitmanchester.com/trails The trails offer an interesting introduction to Manchester's art, music and culture scene. They each tell the Manchester Story, linking the city’s historical past with modern Manchester. It’s a great way to take in the city’s rich cultural heritage and discover Manchester's unique places and the stories behind them.

The People’s History Museum The People’s History Museum is coming to the end of its multi-million pound redevelopment project that will see The Pump House, a former hydraulic power pumping station, renovated to its former glory. The four-storey extension adjacent is now being constructed and the buildings will be joined together by a spectacular walkway. Re-opening in early 2010, the new People’s History Museum will be bigger and better than before displaying almost 1500 objects. www.phm.org.uk

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Discover Manchester To help you explore, we’ve broken down the city centre into a number of distinct districts. You’ll find there are other areas in addition to those outlined below - some of the locals might even refer to places by different names - because that’s Manchester, always changing and always evolving.

Castlefield Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and retreat to the place where it all started. Castlefield sits proudly on the location of the original Roman fort of ‘Mamucium’. See signs of the Industrial Revolution, captured in shimmering waters, bridges, viaducts, walkways and railways.

Chinatown

Petersfield

An enchanting area that is home to the UK’s largest Chinese community outside London. Look out for authentic Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Korean restaurants, as well as gift shops, banks, supermarkets and more. Standing prominent in the centre of Chinatown, the Chinese Arch displays symbols of luck and prosperity.

This is where some of Manchester’s main conferencing facilities are positioned, including Manchester Central, The Bridgewater Hall and The Midland and Radisson Edwardian hotels. International meetings, conventions and events are held in this district throughout the year.

Northern Quarter Manchester’s creative heart offers many independent fashion stores, quirky cafés and bars, record shops and galleries. This vibrant area is an individual and inspirational extension to city centre Manchester.

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Spinningfields Perhaps the most striking of Manchester’s recent developments. Spinningfields provides a welcome retreat from bustling Deansgate and leads right down to the attractive waterfront of the River Irwell. The new business district has award-winning contemporary architecture, premium business services, luxury apartments and restaurants.

Piccadilly

City South

The main gateway into the city centre. Manchester Piccadilly rail station connects visitors and workers to Manchester’s core. The area offers some of Manchester’s finest hotels and its newest developments. From Piccadilly Gardens to the many shops, bars and restaurants, this is where you get the true live, work and play feeling.

Celebrate education with the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and attractions including the Manchester Museum, Contact Theatre and Whitworth Art Gallery. Student life keeps the Oxford Road corridor incredibly busy with great bars and live music from popular spots like the Deaf Institute and Manchester Academy.

New East Manchester / Sportcity Home to the Velodrome - the UK’s National Cycling Centre, Eastlands (Manchester City Football Club) and the National Squash Centre, New East Manchester has already proved its potential and is now the one to watch over the coming months. Multi-million pound redevelopment projects will set the standards of city centre living in the UK.

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Manchester A-Z In 1906, Roger Oldham, a local architect and lecturer, published the Manchester Alphabet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a collection of ink and watercolour sketches documenting his humorous take on life in Manchester. Here, we pay tribute to Rogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work with our own A-Z, which includes one of his original sketches.

Afflecks A totem of independent trade, the shabby thorn in the side of the high street and ultimately a place where it’s nothing but impressive if you choose to wear odd socks... or so the website says! An absolute must for those in search of independent labels and a shopping experience like no other in the city.

Bridgewater Canal Commissioned by the third Duke of Bridgewater to transport coal from his mines in Worsley to Manchester, the Bridgewater Canal quite literally fuelled the Industrial Revolution that earned Manchester its fame and fortune. Today it forms part of the Cheshire Ring – a popular narrow boat leisure cruise route.

Co-operative Movement

East Lancashire Steam Railway

Manchester’s co-operative movement can be traced back to 1844, when a group of 28 weavers formed the Rochdale Society of Equitable Pioneers. The store they opened over 160 years ago is preserved today as the Rochdale Pioneers Museum and explains the ideals and principles of the co-operative movement.

Opened in 1846 to link the Manchester to Bolton line with Radcliffe, the East Lancashire Steam Railway is today one of north Manchester’s most popular attractions. The preservation society that now runs the line operates services every weekend for members of the public to enjoy the half an hour or so journey from Bolton’s Bury Street Station to the country town of Rawtenstall.

Didsbury Didsbury is perhaps best known as the setting for the popular British television series Cold Feet. Pavement cafés and a higher-than-average concentration of bars and pubs have made this once rural commuter village one of the places to live and socialise in the city. It’s also one end of what is regarded as the ‘busiest bus route in Europe’, which passes two of Manchester’s biggest universities on its way into the city centre.

Free Trade Hall The Free Trade Hall has played host to everyone from the Hallé Orchestra and ABBA to Buzzcocks, Pink Floyd and the Sex Pistols. It was built in 1853 as a symbol of, unsurprisingly, free trade and despite heavy bombing during World War Two, survives today in the form of a five-star Radisson Edwardian hotel.

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Guardian Today’s national Guardian newspaper began life as The Manchester Guardian back in 1821. Founded by a group of non-conformist businessmen, Roger Oldham’s simple verse perhaps best describes the publication and its ethos: “The Guardian” is a candid friend And Guide to sundry persons, It compliments the very good And scarifies the worse ‘uns.

Hyde’s Brewery Established in 1863, Hyde’s is one of the top ten regional breweries in the UK. The brewery is managed as a family business and they also own and operate more than 80 pubs in the Northwest. They brew six seasonal beers a year, with each available for a period of two months.

Industrial Revolution In 1801, Manchester’s population was 76,788. By 1851, it had quadrupled to 316,213. The cause of this phenomenal increase was the Industrial Revolution. Technology took hold and literally spun Manchester into a new era. Cotton became the most famous export, but the world’s first industrial city was also known for its chemicals, clothing, ammunitions, vehicles and even aeroplanes.

John Shaw’s Punch House (Sinclair’s Oyster Bar) John Shaw’s punch was so strong it was advised to drink only a pint if alone, or a quart if in company. “Mind your P’s and Q’s”, warned the bar staff. The pub became Sinclair’s Oyster Bar in 1845. Lady Spittlewick, a regular, allegedly consumed up to 40 oysters a day until having the misfortune of choking on a pearl. Sinclair’s still serves oysters today.

King Street King Street was the site of Manchester’s original Town Hall and later the Manchester Ship Canal Headquarters, which survives to this day. King Street. has long been an affluent area of Manchester and today boasts exclusive designer shops from Emporio Armani to Vivienne Westwood.

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Lincoln, Abraham The 1919 statue, that London didn’t want, depicts Abraham Lincoln as a casual working man prior to his reign as president. The Manchester Guardian campaigned to bring Lincoln to the city, on the premise of Manchester’s strong trading relationships with the US. Today, he stands proudly in Lincoln Square, close to the Town Hall.

Misericords (of Manchester Cathedral) A misericord, derived from the Latin word for ‘pity’, is a seat provided for comfort during long religious services. The unique carvings on the underside of Manchester Cathedral’s misericords express a humorous insight into medieval life. Look out for the fox as a hunter, domestic strife and the delightful ‘Lathom legend’.

Nuclear Free City Ironically the city where the atom was first split also became the world’s first nuclear free city in 1980. Still a nuclear free zone today, citizens are reminded of this with the Peace Gardens to the rear of the Town Hall. This status has since been celebrated in ‘Working for a nuclear free city’, one of the most promising bands to emerge from Manchester in recent years.

Old Trafford Cricket Ground Old Trafford Cricket Ground is the original Old Trafford. It was established in 1857 and is now home to Lancashire County Cricket Club. The ground is also used as a music venue, hosting big names such as Razorlight, The Strokes, R.E.M, Amy Winehouse, Coldplay and Jay-Z.

Piccadilly Records Piccadilly Records is based in the funky Northern Quarter of the city. ‘Born’ in 1978, it is one of the north’s most legendary record shops, selling everything from hip-hop, Balearic beats to new psyche folk on a selection of CD’s and vinyl. Alongside these, there are branded accessories, magazines, books and of course DJ equipment for those music lovers.

Queer up North Queer up North began life as ‘It’s Queer up North’ in 1992, based on the well known phrase ‘it’s grim up north’ whose name was also used at a legendary club night at the Haçienda. The festival is a platform for showcasing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender culture, which includes dance, debate, club nights, comedy, live art, literature and theatre.

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Royal Exchange

Suffragette

Turing, Alan

The Royal Exchange is a Grade II listed Victorian building, which was used as a trading centre for the agents and salesman of thousands of Lancashire businessmen involved in the cotton and textile industry. Famous as the largest venue hall in the whole of England, and for its contributions to the success of the cotton industry in Manchester, it now houses one of the city’s most popular theatres.

Manchester’s suffragette movement was established by Emmeline Pankhurst from 1889 to around 1901 with the development of the Woman’s Social and Political Union. This Manchester group kick-started the fight for the rights of women, which led to the Suffragettes achieving their aims in 1928 with women’s right to vote.

Alan Turing was born in Wilmslow, Cheshire and is often considered to be the father of modern computer science and also for his significant contribution to the concept of artificial intelligence. His work at the University of Manchester resulted in the emergence of one of the world’s first computers.

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Underground Manchester

Valette, Pierre-Adolphe

Beneath the streets of Manchester lies a forgotten landscape of long abandoned tunnels and caverns. Over 200 years of building and development in the city has left a legacy of tunnels, sewers and air raid shelters but perhaps more surprisingly miles of nuclear-proof corridors built at the height of the cold war, a shooting gallery and the vast Victoria Arches once home to a plethora of small businesses.

‘The Manchester Impressionist’, French-born Valette settled in Manchester in 1904 and taught at Manchester School of Art, where the young LS Lowry was one his students. Valette’s atmospheric paintings, depicting a slice of life in early 20th century Manchester, are exhibited at Manchester Art Gallery, alongside works by his famous pupil.

Waterhouse, Alfred This renowned architect practised in Manchester for twelve years. His work is evident in the buildings housing the Palace Hotel, Owens Park Building (University of Manchester) and HMP Manchester (Strangeways), but his most striking legacy is the acclaimed Manchester Town Hall, a confection of Victorian neo-Gothic splendour, formally opened on 13 September 1877.

Xperiment (MOSI) Suitable for all ages and ideal for families: Xperiment is a fun-packed, interactive gallery at MOSI (The Museum of Science & Industry), where over 30 different activities present scientific principles in unusual and entertaining ways. There’s lots more to see and do in the rest of MOSI and admission is free.

Yellow From 1992 to 1999, DJ Dave Haslam hosted the legendary weekly club night, Yellow, at Manchester’s Boardwalk. Featuring soul, disco and classic 70s funk, Yellow was a beacon of Manchester night life in the years leading up to the turn of the millennium. Haslam is now an established writer: check out his book ‘Manchester, England’ for a history of Manchester’s cultural and pop music scene.

Zinc Bar and Grill

Zinc Bar and Grill is the ideal choice for dinner before a concert at the MEN Arena, or a post-shopping, pre-train refreshment break. It offers a modern, international menu and a great selection of wines and cocktails and is a perfect place in which to take the weight off your feet!

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Manchester Voices

John Ryan John Ryan is a newly qualified Manchester green badge tour guide. He is the managing editor of BBC Radio Manchester and also a board member of Manchester Pride, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) festival.

What made you want to train as a tour guide in Manchester? I was looking for something that would help me to learn more about Manchester. I’m a Mancunian by choice, rather than birth and love all that the city offers. It’s great to see visitors discover Manchester, particularly when they find out about our firsts – the first split atom, the first (modern) computer, and our world-class architecture.

There are plans to improve the links between the existing tourist attractions at The Quays and the tram will be extended into the heart of MediaCityUK. We currently run tours of the BBC at Oxford Road. What would be interesting is to do a tour now and then come to MediaCityUK in 2011 to see how much has changed. What kind of tours can visitors expect in Manchester and do you plan to specialise in a particular area?

What is the most exciting fact about Manchester that you’ve discovered since becoming a guide?

I’ll be delivering a wide range of tours but my particular interest is modern Manchester. This includes post-war architecture, media, film and Manchester’s LGBT market.

There are so many! I guess the thing I’ve thought about most was whilst researching the Manchester Ship Canal. I had never appreciated the sheer vision of digging a route to literally bring the sea into Salford, to avoid paying taxes to Liverpool!

If you had a visitor with limited time in Manchester, which attractions would you recommend for a quick look?

What is the most irreverent fact you’ve learnt? That alongside our other firsts – suffragettes, vegetarianism, gay bars – Manchester is the place that the term ‘hypnotism’ was first coined. How does guiding contrast to your role as managing editor for BBC Radio Manchester? Actually, there’s a lot of cross-over. Researching a story and presenting it in an interesting way for your audience are all radio skills. Although, on radio you have the advantage of having your notes in front of you so it is much easier to ‘remember’ facts! Will tourists be able to enjoy MediaCityUK when it arrives? MediaCityUK will give people the opportunity to experience many elements of broadcasting first hand. The new buildings are being designed to facilitate interaction with audiences, including production areas at ground level where you'll be able to see what is going on. We believe it will become a place for special events, with giant screens, cafés and restaurants.

The John Rylands Library, the new Civil Justice Building, the Northern Quarter, Canal Street, Manchester Art Gallery and the Manchester Wheel to take in the spectacular view. As a board member for Manchester Pride, what can you tell us about Manchester as an LGBT destination? It’s the reason I first discovered Manchester and that was before the rest of country had seen Queer As Folk! Nowhere in the UK has a better defined gay quarter. The scale of our LGBT community means there’s something for everyone. Pride has just been voted the UK’s favourite gay event for the third year running and raised £105,000 for charity in 2008 thanks to all those who supported the Big Weekend.

Go to www.manchestours.com or www.bbc.co.uk/tours for more information about tours by John and the BBC.

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Meet the Team

Back row left to right: James Caldwell - national association specialist Catherine Walker - head of conference & business tourism Simon Romeâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; client services team Front row left to right: Lisa Owen - client services manager Leo Platt - business tourism marketing & subvention manager Nicola Read â&#x20AC;&#x201C; conference coordinator Debbie Kellyâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; client services team Anthony Cassidy - international association specialist

Hosting an event is, at best, a complex task and for many event organisers the prospect of organising an event in a destination they may not be familiar with is somewhat daunting. But with a team of committed professionals who specialise in event bidding and planning, conference marketing and client support you can rest easy knowing that your event is in the hands of a team of specialists that know Manchester and the meetings industry inside out. Central to the team is the ethos of developing a close working relationship with event planners. Any conference organiser considering Manchester will be assigned a dedicated specialist that will work alongside them from initial point of enquiry through to event evaluation, allowing organisers to rest assured that their requirements are being expertly handled by a professional that understands every facet of their event.

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If an organiser has no prior knowledge of Manchester what can you do to help them learn more about the city?

end of the conference having got something really rewarding out of their time in Manchester â&#x20AC;&#x201C; something that will leave a lasting legacy.

We have lots of ways to help an organiser get to know Manchester better. Come and meet me or one of the team at a trade event such as IMEX, EIBTM, Salon Bedouk or at one of the European sales missions we organise. Our website manchesterconferences.com - is really useful too. It is packed with information such as videos, downloadable resources, maps and information on venues. But I always think the best way to learn about a destination is to experience it for yourself; we welcome the opportunity to tailor a familiarisation visit to help you get to know the city better. I have lived in Manchester all my life and know the city well, I am always happy to share my personal knowledge when I meet clients or over the phone.

What is the largest event you are working on?

How does Visit Manchester support international event organisers to ensure that their event is a success?

Anthony Cassidy Anthony Cassidy specialises in account managing European and International association congresses. Recently he has worked alongside the organisers of the World Youth and Student Travel Conference, CEAS European Air and Space Conference and the International Chromosome Conference to deliver a varied programme of events in Manchester. Anthony can often be found at key international trade events such as IMEX and EIBTM allowing association meeting organisers to meet him face-to-face. What makes Manchester so suitable for international events?

Manchester is great for international events. There is a large number of venues, such as Manchester Central, the main congress centre, which is right in the middle of the city rather than on the outskirts. This means that delegates can easily explore the city and get the Manchester vibe! The largest venue, the MEN Arena, can hold up to 19,000 delegates and there are over 7,000 hotel bedrooms in the city centre.

The key in ensuring that we develop a really close bond with the organiser so that we can really get under the skin of the event. This allows us to not only provide services to meet the needs of an organiser but can make suggestions that add value to an event, improving the delegate experience and the return on investment and objectives to both organiser and delegate. As well as the services an organiser would expect from a leading convention city, such as venue finding, accommodation booking and social programme planning, we offer a bespoke service to each and every client to help them turn a good event into a great one. We help with event marketing, securing key speakers, civic receptions, financial support, identifying a local host or ambassador within a relevant association and liaising with other city stakeholders to deliver services such as city dressing, security and even road closures for conference parades. We can also work with transport providers to ensure that delegates have a seamless arrival in the city. International congress planners, on many occasions, have the difficult decision of choosing between a number of host cities. What does Manchester offer that sets it apart from the competition? Many cities can cite the range of venues it has, its infrastructure and financial incentives available to event planners. Manchester has all of these, but above all else we have passion! The team at Visit Manchester and the city as a whole relish the opportunity to host international events. There is nothing more rewarding than working on a bid to host an event and seeing it come to fruition. As part of our initial research we often liaise with the previous host destination to learn what worked well, and what did not, so that the Manchester bid is as strong as it possibly can be. The city has confidence in its product and will work tirelessly to ensure that organisers and delegates leave at the

Manchester was successful in its recent bid to secure the International Congress of Anthropological and Ethnological Sciences which will take place in 2013. Held every five years and attracting up to 4,000 participants, the congress provides a world forum for the discussion and dissemination of research in this field of study. Close collaboration with conference ambassadors at the University of Manchester allowed the city to put forward a strong bid highlighting Manchester as a premier centre of research and learning in this subject. Hosting such an event is great for Manchester as it raises its profile internationally and makes a huge contribution to the local economy, supports the local community and Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future development. Conventions are often much more than plenary sessions, workshops and presentations. What do you do to ensure that delegates really get the most out their time in the city? Manchester offers a huge range of social options and ideas for partner programmes. The team know Manchester inside out and regularly visit the latest bars, restaurants, shops and tourist attractions so that we can pass on our firsthand knowledge onto organisers. Once we get an understanding of the key messages of the event or the interests of the delegates we will work with an event organiser to build as many of these in to the event programme as possible. With a vast range of options we can usually establish a link between the theme of an event and a gala dinner venue or social programme for example. We also ensure that delegates receive the right level of information, such as welcome packs, maps and digital resources to make exploring the city easy, in addition we have many ways in which we can make delegates feel more welcome upon arrival into Manchester; this can include things such as city dressing and a welcome civic reception hosted by the Lord Mayor. What is the best part of your job? The number of special and unusual requests our clients ask us to help out with! A recent bid to host the International Fire Sprinklers Conference involved researching the number of bedrooms in Manchester with fire sprinkler systems. The discovery that the city has a large proportion of these rooms meant that Manchester was best placed to put forward a bid to host this event.

Contact Info: Planning an international association event and want to know more? Get in touch with Anthony: T: +44 (0) 161 238 4509 E: anthony.cassidy@visitmanchester.com W: manchesterconferences.com

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In recent years Manchester has hosted a large number of high profile political events. What do you think are the reasons Manchester has been chosen as a host city? Manchester has a great convention complex at the heart of the city. This is made up of Manchester Central - which has a vast amount of exhibition space, auditoria and a range of breakout rooms; over 2,000 hotel bedrooms within a two minute walk and a further 5,000 in the city centre. The complex is also home to the Bridgewater Hall which has an auditorium that seats nearly 2,000. This site can be easily turned into a secure conference village that can adapt to the unique needs of such events. The wider city-region is also great for hosting fringe meetings and social events in a huge range of settings. Manchester City Council, Visit Manchester, Greater Manchester Police, venues and event suppliers enjoy a close working relationship that ensures all stakeholders involved with large events work together to ensure their successful delivery. Is Manchester suitable just for large associations?

James Caldwell James Caldwell is the conference team’s national association specialist; his role sees him working closely with some of the biggest names in the UK conference industry including The British Contact Lens Association, Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development and The National Association of Pension Funds.

Not at all! The majority of events that I work on have delegate numbers below 400. The smallest association event that recently called Manchester home had just 150 delegates. Being a compact city, smaller events don’t get ‘lost’ in Manchester, yet they can capitalise on the resources and infrastructure often only associated with destinations that just host large events. What can Manchester offer associations that are on limited budgets? Manchester is a really cost effective destination. There are a great range of venues, hotels and service providers that are able to offer really competitive rates. As part of our initial discussions with event planners we establish what budgets are available and then suggest a range of solutions that may be suitable. As we are based in Manchester and only work with Manchester venues and accommodation providers we are able to negotiate best available rates on our clients’ behalf. We are a non-profit making organisation and our impartiality means that clients get the deal that is right for them. Manchester also offers a subvention programme that associations can apply to for financial assistance in promoting and hosting their events and we are always happy to advise on the application procedure.

What help can you provide organisers promoting their event in Manchester to potential delegates? Once an organiser has chosen Manchester we can help boost delegate numbers at the event in a number of ways. This can include attendance at the preceding event in either a networking, exhibitor or speaker capacity and providing a range of print and digital information for delegates prior to their arrival in the city. We can also work alongside organisers to help them develop a conference website that provides information not only on Manchester but the conference itself, travel information, event registration and accommodation booking. We also work closely with trade and local media and networking groups to ensure that the event gets as much PR coverage as possible. How can you help delegates with special requirements? Firstly, through a close working relationship with the event organiser we establish exactly what the special requirements may be and how they impact on the event, then using our detailed knowledge we work to not only find a solution but to seamlessly integrate it into the event programme. That way, something which starts out as a special request becomes an inclusive part of the event. Recently, we have helped organisers and delegates with accessibility requirements, heightened security needs, specialist diets and simultaneous translation. It’s quite often that organisers come to us and request something unusual for their social events. We recently took an event organiser on a tour of Manchester and whilst at one of the hotels we raised the concept of a Wii-Olympics social event as a way of engaging their delegates in a fun environment. As Manchester is known as a sporting city it was a great fit. Sourcing all the required equipment was very quick and, whilst the cost was low, the impact was significant. What makes you proud to work in Manchester? The energy and enthusiasm of people in the city. Manchester is and always has been a city of pioneers, a place that continually reinvents itself and does not rest on its laurels; meaning that I have always got something new to share with my clients!

Contact Info: Planning a national association event and want to know more? Get in touch with James: T: +44 (0) 161 238 4551 E: james.caldwell@visitmanchester.com W: manchesterconferences.com

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Nicola Read Nicola Read’s specialism lies in her experience in supporting event organisers from the corporate sector. A member of the conference team for over three years, Nicola has worked with corporate event planners to organise in excess of 700 meetings, conferences, away-days and team building events.

What does Manchester offer the corporate meetings market?

How can you help a company achieve its corporate, social responsibility objectives?

Corporate meeting planners are spoilt for choice in Manchester. There are over 250 meeting venues to choose from; including hotels, conference centres, unique venues, restaurants, bars and serviced apartments that make a great base for busy executives. Just take a look through this guide at the diversity of Manchester’s product. What’s more, Manchester offers really competitive rates and great quality of service.

Many venues in Manchester are accredited by the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS), which demonstrates their commitment to lessening the impact of events on the environment and as an organisation Visit Manchester works closely with clients and venues alike to find ways to improve sustainability. We can also put clients in touch with specialist organisations that offer guidance on achieving BS8901.

Often an employee of a corporate company will get ‘landed’ with organising a meeting as an addition to their role, how can you help those clients that have no experience of meeting planning? The Manchester team has a combined knowledge of 98 years in the tourism industry and as such we have a vast amount of experience in planning events. We are able to provide a range of support services such as finding the right venue, negotiating rates and then processing the booking on the client’s behalf. We can source suppliers for every conceivable conference need, such as caterers, lighting and AV, room theming and transport. Should a client wish to conduct a site visit we can arrange this with ease. We will also run thorough a checklist with the client to make sure that they have not forgotten anything. As all of the team have got brilliant local knowledge and experience in the events industry we can always advise clients on any element of their event.

Do corporate clients have to pay for any of the services on offer?

How can you help companies that have to organise a meeting at very short notice? We have great local knowledge and a really close working relationship with Manchester’s venues and suppliers. This allows us to respond very quickly. We also use the latest technology to help source a client’s event solutions. We can turn an enquiry round in as little as four hours. We have even helped some organisers source a venue and then host a conference within eight business hours!

Absolutely not! All of the services we provide to corporate clients are free of charge. When you are not working, how do you like to relax in Manchester? It depends what kind of mood I am in. Manchester has loads of great museums and galleries most of which are free of charge; they are a great way to spend a few hours particularly if it is a rainy day. During the summer or on a dry day I love to go to one of the local stately homes such as Tatton Park or Lyme Hall which as well as grand houses have great expanses of parkland you can just get lost in.

Contact Info: Planning a corporate event and want to know more? Get in touch with Nicola: T: +44 (0) 161 238 4597 E: nicola.read@visitmanchester.com W: manchesterconferences.com

What is the most exciting event that you have worked on? I can’t narrow it down to just one! One of the great things about my role is the many varied and exciting events we help to organise. No two events are the same. Over the three and a half years I have been at Visit Manchester I have secured venues and sourced service suppliers for large political events that welcomed over 11,000 delegates, a number of high profile events and many smaller but equally as important meetings, dinners, seminars, interviews and TV audition sessions amongst others.

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Case Study:

Flying High in Manchester Over the past few years Manchester’s profile as a host destination for large-scale conferences has seen a meteoric rise. Both the Labour and Conservative Parties have made Manchester a regular home for their annual conferences, as have The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development, Soccerex and the British Insurance Brokers Association. Whilst Manchester has the infrastructure, venues and support team to deliver events of such magnitude; the city is equally well-placed to host events that are smaller in nature yet are by no means any less important. David Gasson, Secretary General of the International Union of Aerospace Insurers explains why Manchester was an ideal choice as host city: “The International Union of Aerospace Insurers, founded in 1934, has chosen Manchester as the venue for its 2010 AGM. Each year the Union holds its AGM in a different country around the globe: recent host cities include Sorrento, Washington DC and Beijing, so it was important to find a UK city that would measure up to destinations such as these.

“Our Union’s essential requirements are a modern, central hotel with comprehensive facilities for our crowded business agenda, and ease of travel for our members based in all corners of the world. Clearly, Manchester’s breadth of quality venues and easy global access from Manchester Airport fulfil these criteria. “What really sold us on Manchester, however, was the sheer wealth of opportunities for our social programme, both for the delegates and their partners. The shortlist of exciting venues was so long that it took us three separate visits to Manchester before we made our final selection. We wanted to showcase the beauty of the surrounding countryside, the proud industrial heritage, the great Victorian architecture and the extensive redevelopment that Manchester has witnessed. “What clinched it for Manchester over the other UK cities in contention was the vibrancy and confidence that the city exudes. These are very noticeable as soon as you arrive and we are sure that our members will return to their countries after the AGM knowing that Manchester firmly deserves its place as an exciting international conference destination.”

Event Facts Date:

June 2010

Duration:

Five days

Delegates:

170 CEO’s, Chief Underwriting Officers, Senior Claims Lawyers plus partners from over 20 European and international countries, a total of 230 people.

HQ Venue:

Hilton Manchester Deansgate

Social Programme Venues: Manchester Town Hall, The Lowry, MOSI (where resides a Shackleton aircraft that David Gasson once captained), The Concorde Experience, Manchester United, and a 1930scountry-house themed day out at Capesthorne Hall Partner Programme:

City tour of Chester, day trip to Chatsworth House and the Peak District and a tour of Quarry Bank Mill

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David Gasson is the Secretary General of the International Union of Aerospace Insurers (www.iuai.org). He is also co-founder of the Global Network of Association Management (www.g-net.eu.com) which, after just one year, has over 800 individual association managers and ten national association executive societies in membership from all over the world.

Manchester Central Convention Complex

On-hand for set up and breakdown are a team of venue professionals that assist exhibitors in efficiently preparing and dismantling their stands, thereby enabling organisers to deliver events with the fastest of turnaround times and maximum exhibitor and delegate satisfaction.

Manchester Central There has been a central meeting place in Manchester since the 19th century; back then, it was a large outdoor meeting space, in the area of the city known as St Peter’s Field. People from all over the North of England would meet at St Peter’s Field to debate the issues of the day. The passage of time has not diminished the desire to hold public meetings, at which people gather together and debates and discussions take place. Now, however, the venue is an award-winning Convention Complex situated in the area known as Petersfield, just a few metres away form Manchester’s original meeting place. The environment may be more in keeping with 21st century meeting protocol - but the significance of Manchester Central is just as it was originally – the place where people meet, decisions are debated and history is written.

For over 150 years, Manchester Central has been a feature of Manchester’s cityscape. Now one of Europe’s premier convention and exhibition locations, the venue started life in the 1800’s as the historic Central Railway Station. It was the main source of transport for access into and out of Manchester city centre. The station closed in 1969 and the building was transformed into an Exhibition Centre in 1986; it was one of the first urban regeneration projects in the UK. In the year 2000, the facilities were enhanced by the opening of Conference facilities adjacent to the original

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exhibition hall. The combined facilities included a conference auditorium, a range of break-out and seminar rooms, corporate facilities and over 13,500 sq m of exhibition space. Manchester Central is currently undergoing an impressive ÂŁ20 million redevelopment programme to expand and enhance the existing facilities, which will enhance its appeal to national and International convention, exhibition and event organisers. Designed by award-winning Manchester architects, Stephenson Bell, the redevelopment is sympathetic to the much loved Grade-II listed frontage, but will also bring substantial operational benefits for the venueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delegates and visitors.

Phase I of the redevelopment, which included the new Charter Foyer, was completed in November 2008. The foyer has created a new entranceway and provides ease of access within the Manchester Central site. Phase II, which is ongoing, includes a new and extended foyer area to the iconic Central Hall that will link internally and externally to the Charter Foyer. Due for completion in 2010, the final phase of the redevelopment will include additional seminar spaces and catering facilities, providing an extensive convention offering in the heart of one of Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most interesting cities.

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Compliments from our clients Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD)

British Insurance Brokers Association (BIBA)

November 2009

May 2009

The CIPD’s Annual Conference and Exhibition is the biggest event in the calendar for people management and development professionals.

BIBA’s annual conference is the largest insurance event in the country, and 2009’s conference and exhibition attracted 2000 delegates to Manchester.

Soccerex is the largest business-tobusiness event in Europe for the football industry, and is expected to attract up to 1,500 delegates during the two-day conference.

As Europe’s largest political conference the Labour Party Annual Conference attracts over 15,000 delegates, together with global leaders and the world’s press.

“Manchester Central’s state of the art facilities offer us the flexibility to be innovative in developing the conference and exhibition from 2009 and on into the future, for the benefit of the thousands of people management and development professionals who join us for the event each year. Manchester offers excellent transport links for our domestic and international guests, and also offers a wide range of accommodation and other facilities to cater for all those who visit the event over the three days.”

“We are looking forward to a very inspiring conference this year and it is a great pleasure to be coming back to Manchester as it is undoubtedly one of the most popular venues for our annual conference. In previous years, exhibitors and delegates have told us that Manchester Central’s great event facilities, lively atmosphere and wide range of hotels close by make it a superb venue for our event – and we are confident that 2009 will be no exception.”

"We are absolutely delighted to be coming to Manchester with the Soccerex European Forum from 2010 onwards. One of the main reasons for choosing Manchester were the quite exceptional facilities and new refurbishment of Manchester Central.”

“As ever, this year’s Labour Party conference in Manchester was a great success. Manchester Central’s modern facilities, highly professional venue staff, and excellent hotels add up to an excellent conference centre and are the perfect match to Manchester’s vibrant and friendly atmosphere."

Nina Harman, Head of Conferences & Exhibitions, CIPD

Soccerex March 2010

Labour Party Annual Conference September 2008

Duncan Revie Chief Executive, Soccerex

Ray Collins General Secretary, the Labour Party

Eric Galbraith Chief Executive, BIBA. Eric Galbraith

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Manchester Central Convention Complex MAX THEATRE

8,000

MAX BANQUETING

4,000

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

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Manchester Central Convention Complex offers a combination of exhibition and conference facilities that form a unique convention complex right in the heart of the city. For event organisers, Manchester Central has the flexibility to handle all scale of events with two exhibition halls, a purpose built auditorium and breakout rooms, plus a suite of corporate meeting facilities. The main exhibition space, Central Hall, provides a single column-free area that can be used for conventional exhibition layouts or for more unusual installations that utilise the height and character of the interior. Central Hall can also be subdivided into two smaller halls. The venue is part way through a ÂŁ20 million redevelopment programme to expand and enhance the existing facilities which will provide greater ease of access throughout the site, as well as additional meeting rooms and catering facilities.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Central Hall

8,000

2,400

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

4,000

DRINK RECEP

METRES

6,000

10,350 sq m

Central 1

1,600

720

1,200

1,400

2,800 sq m

Central 2

8,000

1,800

3,000

4,000

7,500 sq m

Central 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Exchange Auditorium

804

Auditorium

Exchange Hall

1,600

480

800

1,000

1,900 sq m

Exchange Rooms 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7

12 x 5.7m

Charter 1

150

100

200

19.1 x 19.3m

Charter 2

150

100

200

12.5 x 15.5m

Charter Suite (divisible)

400

180

589.8 sq m

Charter 3,4,5 combined

400

180

300

29.2 x 20.2m

Charter 6 (from Sept 2010)

308

Charter 7 (from Sept 2010)

375

(divisible)

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16km) within the City Centre Piccadilly 1 mile (1.6km) M602 J3, 1.5 miles (2.4km) yes

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full onsite some yes no

Manchester Central Convention Complex, Petersfield, Manchester, M2 3GX T (0161) 834 2700 F (0161) 832 3621 E sales@manchestercentral.co.uk W www.manchestercentral.co.uk

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Conference Centres & Hotels

Early each morning head chefs from Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading venues meet with local suppliers to select the very freshest of locally sourced produce, thus ensuring your delegatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dining experience is both mouth wateringly memorable and sustainable.

Ready Steady

GO! Manchester is renowned for its sporting prowess, particularly in the world of football, with the city-region being home to no fewer than four premier league football teams, including the world’s most popular, Manchester United, and its richest, Manchester City. However, the beautiful game isn’t the only sport that is followed here with passion. The successful hosting of the Commonwealth Games in 2002 and the six world championship sports events that took place in the city during 2008 have brought all manner of sports to Manchester and they have certainly made their mark. Whilst it’s great to buy a ticket and cheer your side on, why not get into the saddle yourself? There are lots of sports activities you can have a go at during your stay. Here are just a few of the options…

CYCLING AT THE VELODROME The National Cycle Centre, Stuart Street, Clayton, Manchester, M11 4DQ Britain’s success at the 2008 Beijing Olympics was due in no small part to the Manchester Velodrome the National Cycling Centre, Britain's primary indoor Olympic cycle track and the home of the Great Britain Cycling team. Members of the public can take part in a one hour taster session. The bike, helmet and the coaching are all provided and you’ll be under the watchful eye of one of The Velodrome’s. experienced coaches. Tip: Reduced rates for School, college and university student groups. For more information: www.manchestervelodrome.com

WINTER SPORTS & CLIMBING AT CHILL FACTORe Chill Factore, Trafford Quays Leisure Village, Manchester, M41 7JA

Chill Factore is the UK's longest real snow indoor ski slope. Here you can ski, snowboard, tube and luge to your hearts content. Tuition is available, if required, and there is also a snow play area for children that can be enjoyed all year round. All equipment can be hired so don’t worry if you haven’t packed your ski gear! Chill Factore is also home to a 12 metre high indoor climbing wall for those that fancy an adrenaline rush of a different kind. Experienced climbers will find enough challenges to keep them enthralled and there are experts on hand to assist beginners on their first delve into this exhilarating sport. Tip: Chill Factore is part of a wider leisure complex: The Trafford Leisure Quays which includes the mighty Trafford Centre, Playgolf, Premier Travel Inn and lots more – all in one unique destination. For more information: www.chillfactore.com

GOLF AT PLAYGOLF MANCHESTER Playgolf Manchester, Old Park Lane, Trafford Quays, Manchester, M17 8PG

Improve your golf swing with a session at Playgolf - one of the UK's largest golf teaching centres. The driving range has 64 golf driving bays and four state-of-the-art video teaching studios that allow you to review your swing and receive a detailed analysis, helping to refine your skills. Here youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also find Championship MiniatureGolf - nine mini versions of worldfamous golf holes. You can play accurate, challenging versions of the 16th at Augusta, the 17th at St Andrews, and the 18th at The Belfry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all within minutes of each other! Constructed using high quality all-weather putting surfaces, the holes vary in length from 10 to 20 metres. Each is a real test of skill - but lots of fun too! Tip: Check online for details of packages, reduced rates. For more information: www.manchestergolf.co.uk For more information about sporting events a nd attractions, visit: www.manchesterworldsport.com

Ones to Watch The best way to really get to know a city is, of course, to visit it in person. But one way to get ‘under the skin’ before you arrive is to check out its exports in the media world. On the following pages, local experts from the fields of music, TV, literature and new media outline their top five albums, programmes, books and blogs that will give you a glimpse into the spirit and soul of Manchester.

Blogs to Read Chi-chi Ekweozor is founder and managing director of Real Fresh TV, a social media consultancy based in Manchester. (www.realfresh.tv) Real Fresh TV helps companies as diverse as PUMA, T-Mobile and KEO films run social media marketing campaigns on the web using blogs, online video and social media sites like YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. Here are her top five Manchester-based blogs. Chi-chi blogs at http://www.realfresh.tv and twitters to over 800 followers at http://twitter.com/realfreshtv.

The Manchizzle http://manchizzle.blogspot.com/ The Manchizzle is a popular Manchester blog featuring news about Manchester arts, media and culture. With links to pretty much every Manchester blog of note from its never ending sidebar, the Manchizzle is the place to find out about the city's latest literary and cultural news. Ever wondered what happened to a much loved café in the Northern Quarter that recently closed down? The Manchizzle probably knows. The Manchizzle is also behind intriguing projects like Rainy City Stories http://www.rainycitystories.com/ , a writer's map about Manchester. According to the Guardian it is "the pick of Manchester culture and hub of blogging goodness". Who am I to argue?

The Visit Manchester Blog http://visitmanchester.posterous.com Keeping track of everything that goes on in Manchester can be difficult but the Visit Manchester blog does a great job of highlighting the ‘must-see’ events around the city. Designed to complement the wider tourism information found on visitmanchester.com, this blog prides itself on offering multimedia content so expect to see lots of video and audio thrown into the mix. The blog’s regular ‘3 Ideas For This Weekend In Manchester’ feature has become a popular weekly treat for readers, featuring events handpicked by Visit

Manchester staff along with recommendations from the public sent in via Twitter. The accompanying Twitter account is also worth following at http://twitter.com/visit_mcr

Scatterdrum http://gillmoorephotography.co.uk/blog/ If you're more interested in a visual perspective on Manchester, then checking out a photography blog (aka photoblog) maintained by Manchester-based photographer Gill Moore may be more your thing. Scatterdrum is billed as "ramblings from inside a photographer's head" but don't let that fool you. Amongst the articles on 'Classic British Designs on the new Royal Mail stamps' are well researched notes on eco friendly fonts, how to be a great photographic assistant and links to striking images from Moore's accomplished portfolio. Of particular note is her well-received 'Chorlton bench project' during which she photographed a number of park benches in the popular South Manchester suburb of Chorlton, putting up shortlist of seven to the public vote in mid 2008.

Manchester Daily Photo http://www.manchesterdailyphoto.com/ You can find beauty everywhere if you look for it and Paul Capewell’s Manchester Daily Photo blog is proof of that. If you want to see Manchester through

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the eyes of someone who lives there, this is the blog to go to. Every morning Paul uploads an image he has taken somewhere in the city. The variety of the selection is what’s most striking here. From well-known landmarks like the Beetham Tower to fine details in the brickwork and ironwork of the city via haunting monochrome night time shots, Manchester Daily Photo certainly keeps you on your toes. While it won’t give you a ‘tourist brochure’ view of the city, this blog’s heart truly is with Manchester and a resident’s love for his surroundings shines through in every image.

Mancubist http://www.mancubist.co.uk/ One of the first ever Manchester blogs I came across, Mancubist is a Manchester blogging institution, covering artsy, music, media and cultural events in the city for over three years. I for one particularly appreciate their musical and creative slant: where else can you find out about local singer songwriter Denis Jones’s newest quarterly folk event and a 'capture Manchester' photography event offering you the chance to win a £500 award for capturing the city in a photograph? As their tag line goes: 'Life is good in Manchester'.

Books to Read Cathy Bolton is the artistic director of the Manchester Literature Festival. She previously worked as a writing development worker for Commonword and is currently completing an MA in writing at Sheffield Hallam University. Here, she outlines her top five reads that provide novel insights into Manchester’s rich cultural heritage.

Elizabeth Gaskell, Mary Barton (1848)

Andrea Ashworth, Once in a house on fire (1988)

In 2010, Manchester will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of one of its most celebrated literary citizens, Elizabeth Gaskell. Her first novel Mary Barton, combining class conflict, romance and murder mystery, was published to great acclaim from the likes of Charles Dickens. Gaskell's powerful and moving depiction of working class life in Victorian times continues to pack an emotional punch for modern readers and is a quintessential read for anyone wanting to become acquainted with Manchester’s industrial heritage.

This childhood memoir about growing up with abusive stepfathers in Manchester (and for a time, Canada) at once conveys the traumatic experience of domestic violence and entertains like the best of novels. A literary pre-cursor to the Misery Lit that has recently deluged the publishing world, Once in a house on fire is a cut far above the genre pulp, and should be read for the beauty of its language and vivid evocation of late 70’s Manchester as much as for the poignancy of its subject matter.

Jeff Noon, Vurt (1993)

Howard Jacobson, The Mighty Walzer (1999)

This cyber punk novel, set in a futuristic Manchester, follows in the footsteps of another local literary icon, Anthony Burgess, and has become a modern cult classic. Through the characters of Scribble and his gang, we experience a drug-induced vurtual version of the city. Noon drew heavily on musical influences in his writing, so you might want to play some Pixies or Ambient Dub in the background to help you enter the psychedelic world of Vurt.

One of several novels set in Jacobson’s home city, this comic, coming of age story tells the tale of Oliver Walzer and his dual obsession for ping pong and women. It’s a hugely entertaining novel and provides a wonderful insight into Manchester’s Jewish community in the 1950s. It not surprisingly scooped up several awards on publication, including the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for comic writing and the Jewish Quarterly Literary Prize for Fiction in 2000.

Mike Duff, Low Life (2000) This gritty comedy tells the tale of petty criminal Rooftop Rafferty – he's an anti-hero who will stoop as low as it takes to get his unfair share of the spoils, but one whom the reader feels ultimate empathy for. Low Life’s seedy depiction of North Manchester may not be the greatest of tourist adverts for the city, but Duff’s humane insight into the lives of characters most of us wouldn’t chose to cross in real life, make him a modern successor to Dickens.

The Manchester Literature Festival features some of the world’s most inspirational writers in prestigious and unusual venues across the city. As well as hosting renowned literary figures, the festival also showcases up and coming Northwest literary luminaries via live events and innovative digital projects. The 2009 festival takes place between Thursday 15th and Sunday 25th October. For more information, visit: www.manchesterliteraturefestival.co.uk

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Films & TV to Watch Susan Williams is the film liaison officer for Greater Manchester at Northwest Vision and Media. Susan has worked on many of the large and small screen productions that have been filmed in the city during the past six years. Here, she outlines her top five film and TV programmes you should watch before your visit to Manchester.

Hell is a City (1960) This hardboiled crime film based on the novel by Maurice Procter starred the big heartthrob of the day, Stanley Baker. It’s a true gem of a film showing a bygone Manchester, when Piccadilly bus station looked like New York City and the Mancunian skyline was littered with chimneys pumping out thick black smoke. It’s a true Manchester film; even the premiere took place here, in the Apollo Theatre in Ardwick (now the Carling Apollo).

24 Hour Party People (2002) This is a riot of a movie featuring the good, the bad and the ugly of the Manchester music scene from the past 30 years. Do you want to know why Manchester music is still a huge influence on today’s sound? Watch this film and you’ll have a laugh too.

Cracker (1993-1995) One of the must-see programmes of the 90s. This genre defining series has Robbie Coltrane as the eponymous anti-hero, stomping around the streets of Manchester like a bear with a sore head and highlights a Manchester on the verge of change. The city’s transformation can be seen as the series progresses. When you look at the Printworks, think of this show; when it was a just a deserted newspaper building, the early series were filmed there.

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Life on Mars (2006-2007) The Street (2006 – present) These multi award winning dramas have transformed the locations they used into cultural hot spots. Stopford House in Stockport is no longer just a 70s municipal building, it’s been immortalised as the police station in Life on Mars where DCI Gene Hunt regularly vented his sexist, racist spleen on the displaced Sam Tyler. An ordinary street in Salford is now hallowed ground, as the characters in Jimmy McGovern’s The Street play out their ordinary lives in extraordinary ways.

Northwest Vision and Media works on behalf of the digital and creative industries in the Northwest to grow a world-class digital and creative economy within the region. For more information: www.visionandmedia.co.uk

Albums to Listen to Yvette Livesey is the chief executive of In The City (ITC) - the world’s premier new music event which takes place in Manchester each October. Over the years ITC has helped launch the careers of Oasis, Radiohead, Suede, Elastica, Coldplay, The Darkness, Doves, Foo Fighters, Elbow and the Stereophonics. Yvette took time out from planning the 2009 event to reveal her top five Manchester albums.

Unknown Pleasures - Joy Division

The Last Broadcast - Doves

In a city where we’re spoilt for truly great debut albums – The Roses and Oasis certainly both deserve a mention on those terms – it’s not too great a stretch of the imagination to say that in terms of influence and longevity there’s only one winner when it comes to the great Manc first album. It has influenced more bands than perhaps any other and continues to do so to this day, which is testament indeed to how good it really is.

Putting paid to both traditional ‘second album syndrome’ and those now ridiculous sounding allegations that they were somehow a melancholy band, Andy, Jimi and Jez’s second album thrust them into the big leagues. As Sub Sub they were local heroes – and in ‘Space Face’ had a bonafide Haçienda classic - but great singles like ‘Pounding’ and ‘There Goes The Fear’ took them to a whole new level and were just impossible to ignore.

Pills ‘N’ Thrills and Bellyaches Happy Mondays

Leaders Of The Free World – Elbow

Another Factory band, but what the hell. It’s tempting to pick their debut “Squirrel and G-Man Twenty Four Hour Party People Plastic Face Carnt Smile (White Out)’ - to give it it’s full title - but as one album that that sums up everything that was great, new and exciting about The Mondays, tracks like “Step On”, “Kinky Afro” and “Loose Fit” say it all – plus the Central Station artwork helped define a baggy generation.

It’d have been easier to pick their excellent, Mercury Music winning fourth album “The Seldom Seen Kid” given the mass outpouring of critical and commercial acclaim, but the troubles they were having with their record label at the time put a whole new context on this – an album that is easily as good as their more famous latest. All in all, a stunning example of the power of perseverance and positive thinking.

Substance - New Order Is it lazy to suggest a compilation album? Perhaps, but then again perhaps not when it’s ‘Substance’: released in 1987, it contains all of the band’s singles as 12-inch versions at that point in their career, plus all the B-sides. Take your pick from “True Faith”, “Bizarre Love Triangle”, “Ceremony” and more, but let’s face it you can’t come to Manchester and not listen to ‘Blue Monday’ at least once. Expensive though it turned out to be!

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BRITANNIA HOTELS

Britannia Hotels

Britannia Hotel - Manchester

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BRITANNIA HOTELS

Britannia Airport Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Northenden A

4.8 x 7

Northenden B

4.8 x 7

Northenden C

4.8 x 7

Northenden D

4.8 x 7

Northenden Suite

150

120

100

150

20 x 7

MAX THEATRE

150

MAX BANQUETING

120

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

212

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This purpose built hotel is only 3 miles from Manchester Airport, a shuttle bus service to the airport operates on a regular timetable, 24 hours a day. Located adjacent to Junction 5 of the M60, and Junction 3 of the M56, Manchester city centre, Old Trafford, The Trafford Centre and the Universities are all within a 15 minute drive. The hotel has modern bedrooms and a good range of meeting rooms. With free WiFi access throughout the hotel and 300 car parking spaces, it is a great location as a training venue and for meetings and exhibitions.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

3 miles (4.8km) 7 miles (11.2km) Manchester Airport 2 miles (3.2km)

M60, J5, 0 miles (0km) onsite no part onsite no yes no

Palatine Road, Northenden, Manchester, M22 4FH T (0871) 222 0019 F (0871) 222 7750 E conf720@britanniahotels.com W www.britanniahotels.com

Britannia Country House Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

County Suites

130

300

458.5 sq m

Britannia

200

100

120

16.5 x 11.5 x 2.8

Cheshire

10.4 x 14 x 3.7

Derbyshire

12.5 x 6.7 x 3.7

Lancashire

200

120

16 x 14 x 4

MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

300

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

255

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The Britannia Country House Hotel in Manchester is situated at the heart of the country’s road and rail links and only a few miles from Manchester Airport. The Country House offers the comfort and efficiency of one of Manchester’s leading hotels. The hotel has a Spindles Leisure Club with a large indoor pool and fully equipped gymnasium. Set in its own grounds, the hotel provides ample car parking facilities for up to 650 cars.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

4 miles (6.4km) 6 miles (9.6km) Manchester Airport 4 miles (6.4km)

M56, J3, 2 miles (3.2km) onsite yes full onsite full yes no

Palatine Road, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2WG T (0871) 222 0016 F (0871) 222 7703 E conf703@britanniahotels.com W www.britanniahotels.com

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BRITANNIA HOTELS

Britannia Hotel Bolton MAX THEATRE

100

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

GM MAP REF

STAR RATING

«««

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Beaumont

100

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

120

134 sq m

Garden

Irregular shape

Lostock

26 sq m

Rivington

22 sq m

OTHER INFORMATION

Situated close to motorway access 1.1 miles from J5 M61, the Britannia Hotel Bolton offers 120 parking spaces, six conference rooms and catering for 1-120 delegates. All types of functions are catered for, including civil ceremonies and partnerships. Our largest suite has a separate entrance and is ideal for exhibitions. We offer a full range of catering and have 24 hour and day delegate rates available. We have a dedicated phone number for all conference and events booking contact us on 01204 855582.

Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

22 miles (35.2km) 16 miles (25.6km) Lostock 1 mile (1.6km) M61, J5, 1.1 miles (1.8km) onsite no full onsite full yes no

Beaumont Road, Bolton, BL3 4TA T (01204) 855500 F (01204) 855584 E conf731@britanniahotels.com W www.britanniahotels.com

Britannia Hotel - Manchester MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

180

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

363

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CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Cheshire

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

107 sq m

Crystal

200

100

283 sq m

Lancashire

107.5 sq m

4 x Syndicate Rooms

8.9 x 4.7 x 3.05

Boardroom

33.3 sq m

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

The Britannia Hotel is located in the heart of the city centre, close to Piccadilly railway station and with excellent access from the motorway network. The Hotel has 363 guest bedrooms - all of which are equipped with trouser press, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and direct dial telephone. The Hotel offers three restaurants, bars and a night club. The Hotel has full wireless LAN throughout. Guests of the Britannia can enjoy 20% discount on parking charges at the nearby NCP above the Coach Station.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

10 miles (16km) in the city centre Piccadilly 0.6 mile (0.96km) M602, J3, 4 miles (6.4km) nearby no full no some yes no

35 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 3LA T 0871 222 0017 F 0871 222 7704 E conf704@britanniahotels.com W www.britanniahotels.com

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BRITANNIA HOTELS

Britannia Sachas Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Grant

22.23 sq m

Jefferson

85.75 sq m

Kennedy

24.23 sq m

USA

300

550

600

911.41 sq m

Lincoln/Madison

250

210

250

300

519.5 sq m

MAX THEATRE

300

MAX BANQUETING

600

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

223

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«««

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Sachas Hotel offers excellent facilities for any type of conference or banqueting event. Our main room is the USA suite, which can accommodate up to 550 people, this room also splits into three to house a smaller number of delegates. Exhibitions, product launches, training sessions and business workshops can be held with ease. We also offer five syndicate rooms that range in size depending on your event. All rooms are spacious, air conditioned and are well adapted to deal with organisers’ needs.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

10 miles (16km) in the city centre Piccadilly 0.5 mile (0.8km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8km) nearby yes part no full yes no

Tib Street, Piccadilly, Manchester, M4 1SH T (0161) 228 1234 F (0161) 236 9202 E conf705@britanniahotels.com W www.britanniahotels.com

Britannia Hotel Wigan SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Brooks

300

160

n/a

250

350

250 sq m

Standish

170

120

150

15 x 10.5

Langtree

17 x 6

Rivington

7 x 6.5

Mawdsley

9 x 6.5

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

300

MAX BANQUETING

250

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

124

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An attractive, modern hotel which is situated in a quiet location only one minute from J27 off the M6. The 14 dedicated meeting rooms, ample parking, general ambience and excellent motorway connections make this hotel the perfect location for meetings and conferences. The hotel offers 124 en-suite bedrooms, a restaurant offering English and international cuisine, excellent leisure facilities, as well as a dedicated and professional team.

25 miles (40km) 22 miles (35.2km) Wigan 4 miles (6.4km) M6, J27, 0.5 mile (0.8km) no yes yes yes (400) yes yes no

Almond Brook Road, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0SR T (01257) 499988 F (01257) 427327 E conf723@britanniahotels.com W www.britanniahotels.com

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THE RED ROOMS®

The Red Rooms® at Booths Hall MAX THEATRE

100

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

GM MAP REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Conference Room

100

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

250

17.7 x 7.1 6.1 x 4.2

10 person meeting room

22 person meeting room

7.6 x 6.1

2 x 8 person meeting room

6.1 x 4.5

4 person meeting room

6.5 x 5.9

OTHER INFORMATION

Booths Hall is a restored Georgian Manor House, set in 220 acres of Cheshire parkland and within easy reach of road, rail and air links. Housing five stylish meeting rooms complete with state-of-the-art AV equipment and accommodating from 2 to 250 guests, The Red Rooms® at Booths Hall are unique.

Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

In addition to meetings and conferences, we can also organise on-site banquets, outdoor concerts and activity days, including the use of Toft Cricket Club. With this service The Red Rooms® at Booths Hall are guaranteed to exceed expectations.

11 miles (17.6km) 17 miles (27.2km) Knutsford 1 mile (1.6km) M6, J19, 5 miles (8km) onsite yes full onsite some yes no

Booths Park, Chelford Road, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 8GS T 0800 630 0105 E theredrooms@bruntwood.co.uk W www.bruntwood.co.uk/redrooms

The Red Rooms® at Centurion House MAX THEATRE

n/a

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

14 person meeting room

8 person meeting room

4 person meeting room

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Irregular shape

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION

Centurion House is located on Deansgate, in the very heart of Manchester’s business district. The ground floor currently houses four contemporary meeting rooms which can be hired from one hour upwards. The Red Rooms® at Centurion House have been fitted out to a high specification and have floor-to-ceiling windows providing lots of natural light. Delegate stationery and unlimited tea, coffee, biscuits and water are included in the room hire rate.

Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

9 miles (14.4km) in the city centre Piccadilly 1.3 miles (2.1km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2km) no no full no full yes no

129 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3WR T 0800 6300 0105 E theredrooms@bruntwood.co.uk W www.bruntwood.co.uk/redrooms

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THE RED ROOMS®

The Red Rooms® at City Tower SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Conference Room

115

Irregular shape

14 person meeting room

Irregular shape

2 x 12 person meeting room

Irregular shape

2 x 8 person meeting room

Irregular shape

5 x 6 person meeting room

Irregular shape

MAX THEATRE

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Ideally positioned in the city centre with easy access to all major road and rail networks, The Red Rooms® at City Tower are the perfect place to do business. This familiar building on the Manchester skyline has undergone stunning internal refurbishment. Floor 24 now houses a suite of flexible meeting and conference rooms with stunning views of Manchester. The Red Rooms® are available to hire from one hour upwards and have excellent AV and video conferencing facilities. Rates include integrated AV equipment and complimentary refreshments.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

8 miles (12.8km) in the city centre Piccadilly 0.4 mile (0.64km) M56, J3, 6 miles (9.6km) nearby no full yes full yes no

Piccadilly Plaza, Manchester, M1 4BD T 0800 630 0105 E theredrooms@bruntwood.co.uk W www.bruntwood.co.uk/redrooms

The Red Rooms® at Lowry House SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

18 person meeting room

12 person meeting room

6 person meeting room

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Irregular shape

6 person meeting room

Irregular shape

2 x 3 person meeting room

Irregular shape

MAX THEATRE

n/a

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Located at the heart of Manchester’s financial core, the Red Rooms® at Lowry House are located in one of the city’s most prestigious office buildings. The ground floor and mezzanine levels house a suite of state-of-the-art conference and meeting rooms making Lowry House the perfect place to host your next meeting. Accommodating from 2 to 18 people, The Red Rooms® at Lowry House are available to hire from one hour upwards and include complimentary AV equipment and unlimited tea, coffee, biscuits and water.

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8 miles (12.8km) in the city centre Piccadilly 0.4 mile (0.64km) M56, J3, 7 miles (11.2km) no no full no full yes no

17 Marble Street, Manchester, M2 3AW T 0800 630 0105 E theredrooms@bruntwood.co.uk W www.bruntwood.co.uk/redrooms

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City Inn Manchester MAX THEATRE

170

MAX BANQUETING

128

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

285

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STAR RATING

««««

A contemporary hotel opposite Piccadilly railway station with 285 bedrooms including 26 City Club rooms and seven suites all offering complimentary WiFi and broadband. The hotel has iMac computers in every room with a state-of-the-art entertainment system including TV, satellite and radio channels, DVD and CD player and access to the Internet. Fifteen purpose-built private dining, meeting and event rooms, including the penthouse SkyLounge with its own private outdoor terrace offering breathtaking views across Manchester. All meeting and private dining rooms offer natural daylight with floor-to-ceiling windows, enhanced fresh air conditioning, superb sound proofing and complimentary WiFi access. Self-contained on one floor, we can offer flexible spaces and seamless coordination. Our meeting rooms are complemented by City Cafe and Piccadilly Lounge where you can relax and enjoy award-winning food and drink.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Atholl

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

7.6 x 6.6 x 2.35 10.4 x 4.2 x 2.35

Scone

Linlithgow

10 x 6.6 x 2.35

Atholl & Linlithgow

105

130

17.6 x 6.6 x 2.35

Linlithgow & Scone

120

140

20.4 x 6 x 2.35

Palaces

170

118

200

28 x 6.6 x 2.35

Brodick

6.6 x 6.5 x 2.35

Cawdor

7.2 x 6.5 x 2.35

Brodick & Cawdor

13.8 x 6.5 x 2.35

Sky Lounge

10.1 x 8.1 x 2.4

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

9 miles (14.4 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 0.1 miles (0.16 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

One Piccadilly Place, 1 Auburn Street, Manchester, M1 3DG T (0161) 242 1000 F (0161) 242 1001 E manchester.events@cityinn.com W www.cityinn.com

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yes full nearby full yes no

Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Smithfield Suite

200

126

156

200

22 x 11 x 4.8

Smithfield One

110

Irregular shape

Smithfield Two

Irregular shape

Arena Suite

10 x 4.6 x 2.4

Redhill Suite

6.2 x 4.9 x 2.4

Brownsfield Suite

7.7 x 4.9 x 2.4

Private Dining Room

10 x 5 x 2.4

Beehive

5.4 x 3.7 x 2.4

Sedgwick

4.6 x 3.7 x 2.4

Swan

4.2 x 3.7 x 2.4

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

9 miles (14.4 km) in the city centre Victoria 0.3 miles (0.48 km) M60, J20, 4 miles (6.4 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

yes full nearby full yes no

70 Shudehill, Manchester, M4 4AF T (0161) 828 8600 F (0161) 828 8606 E conference@cpmanchester.com W www.cpmanchester.com

MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

180

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

228

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««««

Opened in 2008, the Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre is still the hottest new hotel to land on the city and encapsulates the vibe, heart and soul of Manchester from the inside out. Offering 228 individual bedrooms, an edgy modern design and contemporary luxury facilities the Hotel is located in the heart of Manchester providing a gateway to everything the city has to offer. The Hotel is well located for the MEN Arena, the Arndale Shopping Centre, and the Printworks. There are excellent public transport links on the doorstep and discounted car parking facilities are provided close by. Our conference and event rooms offer purpose designed space with the most up-to-date technology and equipment. With a unique private dining room and facilities to cater for 5 to 200 delegates, all rooms are fully equipped with plasma screens or interactive white boards, air-conditioning, complimentary wireless internet access and natural daylight.

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Hilton - Manchester Deansgate MAX THEATRE

600

MAX BANQUETING

600

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

279

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

««««

Introducing the stylish and innovative Hilton Manchester Deansgate. Housed in the stunning Beetham Tower, Manchester's first skyscraper, the hotel is both a spectacular destination for one of Europe's most vibrant and dynamic cities, and an inviting sanctuary to truly feel at home in. From its breathtaking views to the swimming pool under the stars, you'll be exhilarated from the moment you step inside - and when you do, a friendly welcome awaits. The prime city centre location offers easy access to Manchester's commercial and shopping areas and is only 25 minutes by road from Manchester Airport.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Deansgate Suite

600

450

Meeting Room 1 - 4

Boardroom

Deansgate Suite Section 1

200

100

Meeting Room 5 - 7

Meeting Room 9 Meeting Room 10

DRINK RECEP

METRES

550

600

17 x 34.6 x 7

4.05 x 6.86 x 3.1

120

3.5 x 10.8 x 3.1

120

200

17 x 10.8 x 7

4.05 x 6.05 x 3.1

8.8 x 7 x 3.1

3.8 x 3.57 x 3.1

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 2 miles (3.2 km) M602, J3, 2.5 miles (4 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

303 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LQ T (0161) 870 1600 F (0161) 870 1650 E events.manchesterdeansgate@hilton.com W www.hilton.co.uk/manchesterdeansgate

With superb shopping, vibrant nightlife, worldleading architecture and a rich history, Manchester is one of Europe's most exciting destinations. And in the heart of it all, Hilton Manchester Deansgate takes centre stage.

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

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yes full onsite all some no

The Lowry Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Ballroom 1

175

200

20 x 9

Ballroom 2

125

150

20 x 9

Grand Ballroom

400

200

280

600

20 x 18

Meeting Room 1

7.5 x 4.5

Meeting Room 2

7.5 x 4.5

Meeting Room 3

7.5 x 4.5

Meeting Room 4

7.5 x 4.5

Meeting Room 5

7.5 x 4.5

Meeting Room 6

7.5 x 4.5

Meeting Room 7 & 8

11 x 14

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Victoria 1 mile (1.6 km) M602, J3, 1 mile (1.6 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

yes full onsite full yes bronze

50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf, Salford, M3 5LH T (0161) 827 4000 F (0161) 827 4001 E enquiries.lowry@roccofortecollection.com W www.roccofortecollection.com

MAX THEATRE

400

MAX BANQUETING

300

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

165

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

«««««

Part of the Rocco Forte collection, the exclusive Lowry Hotel offers the ultimate in comfort, leisure and cuisine, but also boasts extensive conference, exhibition and business resources. The dedicated conference area, with exclusive entrance at street level allows for exhibition exclusivity. With a variety of rooms with full flexibility from a boardroom meeting for 10 to a reception for 400 no challenge is to big and the hotel will even crane a car into the 3rd floor ballroom if that is what your event requires. All rooms are equipped with the latest technology including back projection, integrated sound and vision options and capabilities for international pod casts and video conferencing. Not forgetting the basics such as climate control rooms, floor to ceiling windows. The Lowry Hotel is not only the perfect venue for conference and business events but are also highly popular for gala dinners, birthdays and weddings. The hotel will work with event organisers to make sure your event is enjoyed by all your guests.

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Macdonald Manchester Hotel MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

250

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

338

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

««««

Manchester’s largest four star deluxe hotel opened it doors on the 1st October 2007. The fabulous city centre hotel offers a classic contemporary feel in its design, both interior and exterior. The Macdonald Manchester has emerged from the site of the former BT building, one of Manchester’s iconic 70s architectural wonders. Setting a new standard of luxury for business and leisure guests within the city the Macdonald Manchester has a wide range of exclusive facilities including: extensive conference and events amenities equipped with high tech AV equipment. Creative cuisine is available from the AA Rosette winning Signatures Restaurant and the stylish café bar; you can also relax and unwind in the sumptuous luxury of the hotel spa.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Piccadilly Suite

200

112

Meeting Room 1

Meeting Room 2

Meeting Room 3

Meeting Room 4 Meeting Room 5

DRINK RECEP

METRES

220

300

358.4 sq m

31.9 sq m

62.7 sq m

Meeting Room 6

31.9 sq m

Meeting Room 7

62.7 sq m

Meeting Room 8

31.9 sq m

Meeting Room 11

93.38 sq m

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

8 miles (12.8 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.2 mile (0.32 km) M60, J24, 3 miles (4.8 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

London Road, Manchester, M1 2PG T (0844) 879 9088 F (0870) 194 2237 E sales.manchester@macdonald-hotels.co.uk W www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk

The Hotel's 338 bedrooms offer a superb array of home comforts that enable it to stand out from the crowd. The spacious rooms contain a separate bath & shower, an iPod doc and free broadband.

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

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yes full onsite full yes no

MARRIOTT HOTELS

Marriott Renaissance SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Michelangelo

100

120

160

14 x 14.9 x 3.4

Gaileo

100

150

300

11.6 x 26 x 3.35

Raphael

6.1 x 7 x 2.7

Medici Ballroom

400

210

100

320

500

17.4 x 21.9 x 3.4

Vasari

6.1 x 7 x 2.7

MAX THEATRE

400

MAX BANQUETING

350

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

203

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

««««

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Our modern dedicated conference, exhibition and banqueting floor, all located in one area, provides one of the largest and most flexible venues in central Manchester, high speed internet access is provided in each suite, incliding WiFi. Whether staging a large conference for 400, board meeting for 12 or an elegant dinner for 360 you can be assured of making the right impact. At the Renaissance we are very proud of our culture of customer care that puts your needs at the heart of everything we do. We will make your event an enjoyable one.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Victoria 0.3 mile (0.48 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) onsite no full onsite full yes no

Blackfriars Street, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2EQ T (0161) 831 6000 E uk.pennines.sales.office@marriotthotels.com W www.renaissancemanchester.co.uk

Marriott Victoria and Albert Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

John Logie Baird Suite

250

120

240

400

19.8 x 17 x 2.5

The Victoria Room

6.1 x 8.0 x 2.4

The Boardroom

5.1 x 4.6 x 2.4

The Irwell Room

6.1 x 3.4 x 2.4

1844 room

7.9 x 5.2 x 2.1

MAX THEATRE

250

MAX BANQUETING

240

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

148

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

««««

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

9 miles (14.4 km) in the city centre Deansgate 0.5 mile (0.8 km) M602, J1, 0.5 mile (0.8 km) onsite no full onsite full no bronze

Water Street, Manchester, M3 4JQ T (0161) 832 1188 F (0161) 834 2484 E mhrs.manva.guest.backup@marriotthotels.com W www.manchestermarriottva.co.uk

The Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel offers warm hospitality in the heart of the city. Blending historic detail with contemporary flair, this former Victorian warehouse sets the scene for a seamless meeting or event. The V&A's caters for up to 240 guests along with a choice of smaller meeting rooms for a more intimate event. Manchester's original modern hotel is in the perfect city centre location, minutes from the motorway network, Manchester's main train stations and the cities newest business district, Spinningfields. Offering a combination of Marriott's international brand standards, and local knowledge and hospitality, the Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel is the perfect choice for your meeting or event.

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The Midland Hotel MAX THEATRE

700

MAX BANQUETING

600

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

312

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

««««

This historic Edwardian hotel, built in 1903 has had a £15 million refurbishment which has seen the hotel transformed to its former glory as Manchester's premier Hotel. The Midland is set in the heart of Manchester within minutes of major road networks and rail links with direct services from London & Edinburgh. The hotel offers 312 en-suite and air conditioned rooms, two bars and a choice of dining options, including the awardwinning 2 AA Rosette French Restaurant. Conference facilities consist of 11 versatile meeting rooms, The Alexandra Suite is capable of holding up to 700 delegates theatre style. The Trafford Room is located on the ground floor and can accommodate 220 guests for a dinner. The hotel provides the scope and capacity for any event, from the most high profile AGM to informal meetings. The Midland is situated opposite Manchester Central, making it the ideal venue to stay at if attending events held there.

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Alexandra

700

400

120

Chester

8 x 7.3 x 4

Derby

130

100

150

16.1 x 7.1 x 4

Fairclough

11.9 x 5.3 x 4.4

Lancaster

13.4 x 5.6 x 4.3 9.5 x 4.9 x 3.9

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

600

DRINK RECEP

METRES

750

29.6 x 23.5 x 4.1

Rolls

Royce

9 x 4.9 x 3.9

Stanley

100

160

13.8 x 13.1 x 4.8

Victoria

120

13.2 x 10 x 2.6

Trafford

240

120

180

300

15.8 x 15.5 x 5.2

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 0.5 miles (0.8 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Peter Street, Manchester, M60 2DS T (0161) 236 3333 F (0161) 932 4100 E midlandevents@qhotels.co.uk W www.qhotels.co.uk

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The Palace Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Grand Room

1000

550

750

900

29.5 x 30 x 6.1

Palace 2 & Palace 3

5.6 x 5.9 x 5.5

Palace 1

10.6 x 5.9 x 5.15

Directors Suite

100

14.5 x 7.5 x 6.1

Directors Lounge

7.5 x 4.9 x 5.8

Palace 6

11 x 4.6 x 5.15

Palace 5

10.5 x 5.4 x 5.15

Palace 7

14.6 x 5 x 5.5

Palace 4

8.3 x 5.4 x 5.15

Buckingham Suite

250

100

200

250

415 sq m

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

9 miles (14.4 km) in the City Centre Oxford Rd 0.05 mile (0.08 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full nearby full yes no

Oxford Street, Manchester, M60 7HA T (0161) 288 1111 F (0161) 228 7792 E sales.palace@principal-hayley.com W www.principal-hayley.com

MAX THEATRE

1000

MAX BANQUETING

850

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

275

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The Palace Hotel comprises of 19 meeting rooms and 275 bedrooms. The Grand Room caters for up to 1,000 delegates theatre style, 550 cabaret or classroom, 750 for a dinner dance and 850 for dinner. It boasts natural daylight, air conditioning, a ceiling height of 6m and an overall floor space of 885 square metres. A further four large and 13 smaller meeting rooms offer any event wonderful flexibility. All our spacious bedrooms offer contemporary and traditional styles and have high speed broadband internet access. The Tempus Bar and Restaurant offers pre-theatre dining and makes the perfect place to meet friends whether for large celebrations or intimate dining for two. WiFi is available in public areas and guests have reduced parking rates at Euro Car Park. We are adjacent to Oxford Road Station, a 8 minute walk from Piccadilly Station, 2 miles from major motorway links and 9 miles from Manchester Airport.

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Park Inn MAX THEATRE

220

MAX BANQUETING

180

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

252

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The brand new 4 star Park Inn Manchester Victoria opened in June 2009. Designed in the fresh Park Inn style, the hotel is located opposite the Manchester Evening News Arena on Cheetham Hill Road. Both the main railway stations, Manchester Victoria and Piccadilly are within easy reach. Our 252 colourful, comfortable and modern guest rooms, including 6 luxury suites, interconnecting rooms for families and accessible rooms, offer floor to ceiling windows with fantastic views of the city, tea & coffee making facilities, air conditioning, and WiFi access.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Victoria Suite

220

130

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

150

200

202 sq m

Piccadilly

83 sq m

Deansgate

35 sq m

Castlefield

41 sq m

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) 0.5 miles (0.8 km) Victoria 0.2 miles (0.32 km) M602, J1, 4 miles (6.4 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

yes full nearby full yes no

4 Cheetham Hill Road, Manchester, M4 4EW T (0161) 832 6565 F (0161) 832 7474 E jill.browton@rezidorparkinn.com W www.manchester-victoria.parkinn.co.uk

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Premier Inn Manchester Central SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Room 1

40 sq m

Room 2

60 sq m

Room 4

19 sq m

Room 5

22 sq m

Room 6

20 sq m

Function Room

100

160

Irregular shape

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

9 miles (14.4 km) in the City Centre Oxford Rd 0.2 mile (0.32 km) M602, 3, 1 mile (1.6 km) no

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

yes full no full yes no

Bishopsgate, 7-11 Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3DW T 0870 990 6444 F 0870 990 6445 E francis.broadhurst@whitbread.com W www.premierinn.com

MAX THEATRE

MAX BANQUETING

100

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

157

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Located right in the heart of Manchester City Centre, Premier Inn Touchbase Meeting Rooms are the ideal choice. Positioned directly across the road from Manchester Central and within easy walking distance of car parks, tram stops, railway stations, shopping and nightlife. We have an excellent standard of contemporary, clean and comfortable meeting rooms in a relaxed friendly environment. Rooms are available in various sizes they are ideal for a multitude of uses and functions and seat from 8 to 80 delegates. Adjacent to our meeting rooms is our business lounge with non-stop Costa Coffee, tea and chilled water that is available throughout your stay with us. We can provide a huge selection of hot and cold buffets from bacon and sausage sandwiches on arrival, light sandwich lunches, full hot buffets or a sit down business lunch in our Table Table Restaurant.

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Radisson Edwardian Manchester MAX THEATRE

400

MAX BANQUETING

280

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

263

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The Radisson Edwardian Hotel, awarded 'Manchester's Best Large Hotel 2007/8' in the Manchester Tourism Awards, is one of Manchester's finest luxury hotels offering 263 bedrooms and suites and is in an exceptional location in the heart of the city. The hotel is situated on one of Manchester's most historic sites - The Free Trade Hall, Peter Street - next to Manchester Central, formerly known as G-Mex. In addition to 20 meeting and function suites hosting up to 400 guests, we offer The Opus One restaurant and two bars in contemporary classic interior design, combined with powerful new architecture. The hotel also boasts a luxurious spa, health club and swimming pool. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the hotel for guests.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Cobden / Bright / Villers / Wilson

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

6.8 x 3.6 x 2.1

Howitt

4.8 x 3.6 x 2.1

Hallé Conference & Banqueting Suite

400

150

240

400

27.5 x 13.0 x 3.6

Pankhurst

14.7 x 16.0 x 2.25

Stanley / Livingstone

100

13.6 x 9.2 x 2.25

Peterloo / Hunt / Bamford

7.6 x 4.5 x 2.1

Peel / Disraeli

8 x 4.6 x 2.25

Gladstone

6.5 x 6.1 x 2.25

Dickens / Thackeray

14.0 x 7.6 x 2.25

Kenny / Mursell / Collier

4.8 x 6 x 2.1

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 1 mile (1.6 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Free Trade Hall, Peter Street, Manchester, M2 5GP T (0161) 835 9929 F (0161) 835 8937 E REHmanchestermeetings@radisson.com W www.radissonedwardian.com/manchester

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The Albert Halls SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

The Albert Hall

676

260

250

408 sq m

Festival Hall

375

260

250

425 sq m

Lancaster Suite

175

150

100

150

175 sq m

Elizabethan Lounge

64 sq m

Reception Room

133 sq m

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

676

MAX BANQUETING

300

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

GM MAP REF

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n/a

The Albert Halls: The perfect venue. Our approach to providing the right environment for all functions whether corporate meetings, business conferences, fundraising dinners or celebrations is characterised by our pride in the presentation of the decor, quality of the food and the friendly and professional service we offer. Our versatility enables us to offer everything from an intimate business dinner for 20 to a large celebratory banquet for 250, or large business conferences and meetings, presentations and seminars.

15 miles (24 km) 12 miles (19.2 km) Bolton 0.3 mile (0.48 km) M61, J5, 2 miles (3.2 km) onsite no full onsite some no no

Victoria Square, Bolton, BL1 1RU T (01204) 334433 F (01204) 523945 E info@alberthalls-bolton.co.uk W www.alberthalls-bolton.co.uk

Best Western Hotel Smokies Park SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Medlock Suite

400

300

288

350

20 x 20 x 3

Crompton Suite

120

150

13 x 12 x 3

Senate Suite

7x5x3

Alpha Suite

3x4x3

MAX THEATRE

400

MAX BANQUETING

288

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

GM MAP REF

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There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Best Western Smokies Park Hotel aspires to be the perfect choice, offering a professional, well appointed hotel coupled with a team committed to providing a high standard of service, making your event an experience to remember.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

20 miles (32 km) 7 miles (11.2 km) Oldham Mumps 2 miles (3.2 km)

M60, J20, 2 miles (3.2 km) onsite no no onsite full yes no

The Hotel’s range of suites provides quality meeting venues to suit your requirements, and their consistency of service delivery helps to shape your delegates experience. The Hotel's Conference Packages have been specifically developed to ensure productive, successful, hassle-free meetings and presentations.

Ashton Road, Bardsley, Oldham, Lancashire, OL8 3HX T (0161) 785 5000 F (0161) 785 5010 E sales@smokies.co.uk W www.smokies.co.uk

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Chancellors Hotel & Conference Centre MAX THEATRE

125

MAX BANQUETING

100

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

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CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Flowers Theatre

125

Marquis

Griffith

Lindsay

CP Scott

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

125

14 x 14 x 8

10 x 7.5

9 x 6.8

8 x 6.5

Irregular shape

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Chancellors exudes the elegant ambience of a country house hotel. Set in five acres of landscaped grounds, it is hard to believe you are just 3 miles from the city centre. Its well equipped meeting rooms range from a circular theatre seating 125, to six well appointed conference rooms for 20 to 60 and six stylish boardrooms. The 69 bedrooms, comprise singles, twins, doubles and suites. The Carriage restaurant offers dining for conference events, weddings, dinners and private parties. Free secure parking is available.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

5 miles (8 km) 3 miles (4.8 km) Piccadilly 3 miles (4.8 km) M60, J5, 4 miles (6.4 km) onsite no part onsite none yes no

Chancellors Way, Moseley Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 6NN T (0161) 907 7414 F (0161) 907 7415 E chancellors-conf@manchester.ac.uk W www.meeting.co.uk/chancellors

Copthorne Hotel Manchester MAX THEATRE

160

MAX BANQUETING

140

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

166

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CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Heritage Suite

160

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

140

12.2 x 12.2 x 3

Kings Suite

12.2 x 6.1 x 3

Regents Suite

12.2 x 6.1 x 3

Chandlers

100

27 x 5 x 3

McCallum Suite

10 x 5.3 x 3

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

The Copthorne Hotel Manchester is a modern 4 star hotel located on the attractive waterfront at Salford Quays.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

The Hotel is only a short distance from the city centre, yet its picturesque location overlooking the Quays seems a world away. The Metrolink tram stop, Exchange Quay, is directly opposite the Hotel providing easy access to both the city and Manchester Piccadilly. The motorways and the Airport are within easy reach. Local attractions within walking distance from the Hotel include the Manchester United Football Club & Museum Tour

Clippers Quay, Salford Quays, Manchester, M50 3SN T (0161) 873 7321 E events.manchester@millenniumhotels.co.uk W www.millenniumhotels.co.uk/copthornemanchester

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12 miles (19.2 km) 2 miles (3.2 km) Piccadilly 2 miles (3.2 km) M602, 2, 1 mile (1.6 km) onsite no full onsite some yes no

Malmaison Hotel CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Mal 1

7 x 7.5 x 2.33

Mal 2

6.5 x 11 x 2.7

Mal 3

4 x 6.3 x 2.7

Mal 4

5.3 x 6.3 x 2.7

Mal 5

5.5 x 9.5 x 2.7

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

167

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Malmaison Manchester is the perfect venue for business meetings and conferences for up to 80 people. If you’re planning a high powered board meeting or an annual conference we have a range of professional meeting rooms to suit your needs. For more informal occasions why not book a table in the bar or brasserie and for special events we offer the luxury of a private dining room. Our meeting organisers will do everything they can to make your event a success so get in touch to discuss your requirements: Malmaison Eats, Drinks, Sleeps.

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.2 mile (0.32 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) nearby yes part nearby full yes no

1-3 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 1LZ T (0161) 278 1000 F (0161) 278 1002 E manchester@malmaison.com W www.malmaison.com

Manchester Conference Centre with Days Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Weston Theatre

300

Auditorium

Cockcroft Theatre

120

Auditorium

Weston 2

100

80 sq m

Conference room 1

58 sq m

Boardroom Level 6

60 sq m

MAX THEATRE

300

MAX BANQUETING

180

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

117

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There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Manchester Conference Centre is a high quality city centre meeting venue, just 300 metres from Piccadilly railway station. It boasts two well equipped lecture theatres seating up to 300, complemented by 18 quality, air conditioned conference and syndicate rooms for 10 to 90 delegates.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

8 miles (12.8 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.16 miles (0.25 km) M60, J12, 5 miles (8 km) onsite no full onsite full yes no

Within the conference centre, the Days Hotel provides 117 comfortable 3 star bedrooms with broadband internet access. Delegates and guests can enjoy a great dining experience in the restaurant or relax in "The Hub", a more informal area for a refreshment break.

Weston Building, Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3BB T (0161) 955 8181 F (0161) 955 8050 E conference@days-mcc.co.uk W www.manchesterconference.co.uk

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Mechanics Centre Ltd MAX THEATRE

180

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

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n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

The Hall

180

Woods

Mary Quaile

John Tocher

100

Peterloo

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

150

15.8 x 12.2 x 3

7.6 x 4.3 x 3

12.8 x 4.9

19.8 x 6.4

12.2 x 6.7

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

The Mechanics Institute is a Grade II* listed building located in the centre of Manchester. It is best known as the birthplace of the TUC, which was founded in the building in 1868, but it was also the birthplace of UMIST and the Co-operative Insurance Society.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

The Centre has meeting rooms available to hire for conferences, meetings, training events and functions and is ideally located for parking and all public transport.

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 1 mile (1.6 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) no no full no no yes no

103 Princess Street, (Major Street entrance), Manchester, M1 6DD T (0161) 236 9336 F (0161) 237 3811 E info@mechanicsinstitute.co.uk W www.mechanicsinstitute.co.uk

Mere Golf and Country Club MAX THEATRE

500

MAX BANQUETING

500

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

GM MAP REF

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n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Boardroom 1

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

6.4 x 6.4 x 2.5 18.3 x 13.9 x 3.54

Mere Suite

150

100

150

Executive Boardroom

6.5 x 4.7 x 2.8

George Duncan

200

100

150

21.5 x 6.4 x 2.5

James Braid

500

350

500

51.5 x 13.9 x 3.6

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

The idyllic lakeside setting of this prestigious complex is the perfect venue for either a corporate or private function. Located only one mile from the M6/M56 and seven miles from Manchester Airport, Mere's location could hardly be more convenient. The club boasts three large self-contained suites with banqueting facilities for up to 500 guests, as well as four boardrooms, and an 18-hole championship golf course set in over 150 acres of beautiful grounds.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited Chester Road, Mere, Cheshire, WA16 6LJ T (01565) 830155 F (01565) 830713 E sales@meregolf.co.uk W www.meregolf.co.uk

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7 miles (11.2 km) 16 miles (25.6 km) Knutsford 3 miles (4.8 km) M6, J19, 1 miles (1.6 km) onsite yes full onsite some yes no

The Place Apartment Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Manchester Suite

10.35 x 5.10

London Suite

4.68 x 4.52

Piccadilly Suite

4.66 x 4.68

The Place Hotel Function Room

200

100

200

400

25 x 18.1 x 4.1

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

250

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

107

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The Place Hotel can host everything from training sessions to board meetings. The unique grade II listed setting gives an inspirational backdrop for your meetings.

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.1 mile (0.16 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) onsite np part onsite no yes bronze

For your delegates, The Place offers a Manchester city centre location, with convenient on-site parking. It is within 1 minute walk of Manchester Piccadilly railway station. You can choose from day delegate or overnight packages, alternatively meeting room hire only prices are available.

Ducie Street, Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2TP T (0161) 778 7500 F (0161) 778 7507 E reservations@theplacehotel.com W www.theplacehotel.com

Ramada Piccadilly Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

International

800

400

750

1000

39.3 x 20.7 x 6.04

Park Suite

120

100

120

22 x 7 x 3

Senate

12.5 x 7.3 x 2.56

Congress

7.1 x 5.3 x 2.44

Board Room

5.55 x 5.1 x 2.44

MAX THEATRE

800

MAX BANQUETING

750

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

280

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There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Ramada Manchester Piccadilly, home to the International Suite, one of Manchester’s largest and most versatile venues. Offering natural daylight, fixed stage, climate control, 6 metres ceiling height, high speed broadband and is perfect for any event. A further 9 meeting rooms complement this flexible space.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.2 mile (0.32 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) onsite no full onsite full yes no

280 modern bedrooms with climate control, on demand movies, high speed broadband and laptop safes. Secure on site parking is available. The hotel is a 5 minute walk from Piccadilly station, 10 minutes from motorway links and just 10 miles from Manchester airport.

Portland Street, Manchester, M1 4PH T 0844 815 9024 F (0161) 236 2533 E csales.manchesterpiccadilly@ramadajarvis.co.uk W ww.ramadajarvis.co.uk/manchester

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Ramada Salford Quays MAX THEATRE

120

MAX BANQUETING

100

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

142

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CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

The Songbird Suite

100

91 sq m

The Supernova Suite

45 sq m

The Wonderwall Suite

44 sq m

The Oasis Suite

120

100

120

186 sq m

The Factory Suite

46 sq m

OTHER INFORMATION

Our stunning hotel comprises of 142 en-suite bedrooms and is set in a popular location in Salford Quays, Manchester. The new place to meet in Manchester offers you five great meeting rooms, catering for 2 to 120 delegates, and the attentive service that you'd begun to think had gone out of fashion. Whether it’s a board meeting, training course, an annual conference, product launch or a cocktail party we can create the perfect environment for your business. All rooms boast air conditioning and natural daylight.

Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

11 miles (17.6 km) 2 miles (3.2 km Piccadilly 2.5 miles (4 km) M602, J3, 1 miles (1.6 km) onsite no full onsite full yes no

17 Trafford Road, Salford Quays, Manchester, M5 3AW T (0161) 870 7070 F (0161) 876 5306 E Reservations@ramadasalfordquays.com W www.ramadasalfordquays.com

Thistle Hotel Manchester MAX THEATRE

300

MAX BANQUETING

250

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

205

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CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Lakeland Suite

300

112

Windermere Suite

100

Derwent Suite

Mercer Suite

Busby Suite

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

220

300

16.8 x 16.5 x 3

100

9.6 x 10.25 x 3

16.6 x 6.3 x 2.6

5.3 x 8.6 x 2.2

4.9 x 8.1 x 2.2

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Located right in the city centre, overlooking Piccadilly Gardens, our Manchester hotel has 205 bedrooms, including deluxe rooms and suites. NCP parking is available nearby at an additional charge. One of the main reasons people come to Thistle Manchester is our conference facilities. Manchester is consistently rated as Britain's best place to do business, and we make it easy with our 9 meeting rooms, the largest seating 300 theatre style.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.25 mile (0.4 km) M602, J3, 3 miles (4.8 km) nearby yes full nearby some yes no

3-5 Portland Street, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, M1 6DP T 0871 376 9026 F 0871 376 9126 E mande.manchester@thistle.co.uk W www.thistle.com

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Hidden away from public gaze a labyrinth of cutting-edge architecture is supported by a team of highly qualified engineers that ensures Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most revered out of the ordinary venues never fail to provide the perfect environment for delivering compelling event messages to the most demanding of delegates.

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With over 30 international cuisines on offer, and something for every budget, Manchester’s diverse range of dining districts has the answer to every possible culinary mood. Whether you’re looking for some quirky places for a quick bite with friends, a more glamorous setting for a special occasion or buzzing squares for a pitstop, here’s an overview of the city’s foodie neighbourhoods;

Spinningfields / Castlefield

Chinatown

The newest quarter on the block, Spinningfields has quickly established itself as a hub of food, drink and social life. It’s home to 25 popular bars and restaurants including Gourmet Burger Kitchen (Irwell Square, M3 3HF), Carluccios (Hardman Square M3 3EB) and Shimla Pinks (Crown Street, M3 3HA), to name but a few. A lively outdoor events programme entertains visitors with live music, festivals and Screenfields; the city’s first open-air cinema. In contrast, Castlefield is an historical area with cobbled streets and canal side dining. Dukes 92 (Castle Street, M3 4LZ) offers informal ambience with views over the canal. The multi award-winning Choice Bar and Restaurant (Castle Quay, M15 4NT) is just across the basin, serving a delicious, modern British à la carte menu, while Albert’s Shed (Castle Street, M3 4LZ) brings a Mediterranean flair to the city by serving delicious Italian cuisine.

Take in the lights, sounds and tantalising smells of Chinatown. The Yang Sing (Princess Street, M1 4JY) is considered one of Europe’s finest Cantonese restaurants, using only the freshest ingredients to create authentic dim sum and à la carte dishes. The popular and award-winning Pacific (George Street, M1 4HF) offers both Chinese and Thai food and has one of the best wine lists in town. For less formal food, stop by Ho’s Bakery (Faulkner Street, M1 4FH) where you can pick up delicious soups and sweet and savoury Chinese pastries for around £1.

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Images: top The Northern Quarter Restaurant below The Soup Kitchen

Northern Quarter Considered the creative heart of the city, the Northern Quarter is home to many of Manchester’s independent bars and restaurants. If you’re searching for a hearty lunch, Bread and Butter (Tib Street, M4 1LX) is a boutique café that both embraces chintz and offers delicious home cooking; stop by for a slab of cake or a huge meatball piadina flatbread. Soup Kitchen (Spear Street, M1 1DF) has a modern canteen feel and takes pride in its healthy menu, with daily soups and specials and a superb salad bar. In the evening, The Northern Quarter Restaurant (High Street, M4 1HQ) is a must, serving gutsy, fresh food and using prime, locally-sourced ingredients with added flavours of the Mediterranean and beyond while Ning Restaurant (Oldham Street M4 1LJ) is a simple and chic gem serving authentic Malaysian cuisine with a relaxed, social ambience.

Piccadilly Vibrant and cosmopolitan Piccadilly is conveniently situated for Piccadilly railway station, bus station and city centre shopping. The area has a range of quality places to eat and drink and there’s always something to fit any budget. For lunch, the award-winning Barburrito* serves fresh, tasty, healthy food: portions are huge with burritos, tacos and quesadillas starting from around £3. Adjacent, Rice Piccadilly* is a lively restaurant where you can take front row seats to see your meal being cooked. The menu is excitingly eclectic, serving a range of dishes from Thai to Japanese to Moroccan specialities. Kro Piccadilly* is a great bar for a post-shopping drink and is well-known for its menu of Danish classics. For something that little bit special, Michael Caines Restaurant at ABode (Piccadilly, M1 2DB) offers superb modern European cuisine, using the finest produce and ingredients sourced from the surrounding regions of Manchester, Lancashire and Cheshire. *(One Piccadilly Gardens, M1 1RG)

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Deansgate / King Street For an indulgent treat, the exclusive areas of Deansgate and King Street are the places to go. It’s a great place to finish your day after a spot of designer shopping. The food and drink offerings around King Street and Deansgate lives up to the standard set by the first class stores in the area. Room Restaurant (King Street, M2 4AH) fuses antique and retro for a stunning interior that once welcomed Kylie; the classiccontemporary menu is fantastic value for money. Chaophraya (Chapel Walks, M2 1HN) provides the finest Thai cuisine in a luxuriously modern setting. For the finest Argentinean steak head to Gaucho where you can dine in an opulent, Grade II listed building. And the five-star Lowry Hotel’s River Restaurant (Chapel Wharf M3 5LH) offers a modern British menu and serves the finest Sunday roast in the city, with the added bonus of relaxing and peaceful views over the River Irwell.

Out of Town There are so many great restaurants in the borough towns and surrounding countryside of Manchester. If you’ve got time, check out one of the following: If you’re in South Manchester then why not stop by Greens (Lapwing Lane, West Didsbury, M20 2NT), a multi-award winning venture from Simon Connolly and TV chef Simon Rimmer. This

vegetarian restaurant uses the best local produce to create seasonal dishes of the highest quality. Ostara Restaurant (Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton M21 0BQ) is a popular new restaurant with a menu of hearty, organic British dishes and new bistro Damson (Heaton Moor Road, SK4 4HY) opened in April 2009 and has already been hailed as one of the best in the city with a ‘masterpiece’ of a wine list.

Images: above Alfresco dining on Deansgate below Room Restaurant, King Street

To the west of the city centre in Urmston, Isinglass (Flixton Road, M41 5AB) is an exceptional English restaurant that prides itself on using only seasonal produce grown in the Manchester countryside. Ten miles north of Manchester in the West Pennine village of Ramsbottom is Ramsons (Market Place, Ramsbottom BL0 9HT). This small, stylish restaurant provides the perfect setting for couples and small parties. The proof is in the astonishing list of local and national accolades held by the restaurant that include several ‘Restaurant of the Year’, a Michelin Bib Gourmand, ‘Best Chef ’ and 'one of the best ten places in Britain to eat Italian food' (The Independent, 2004). Nutters Restaurant (Edenfield Road, Rochdale OL12 7TY), home to celebrity chef Andrew Nutter, is set in a tudor manor house in over six acres of groomed parkland with panoramic views across Greater Manchester. The award-winning cuisine is unique incorporating the finest local food and regional produce in a truly eclectic style.

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Shopping Spree When it comes to shopping, Manchester is hard to beat. Whatever style your heart is set on, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find it here. The good thing is that most of the shops and quarters are within walking distance from each other, so it comes as no surprise that high-end shopping is just around the corner from vintage chic.

To help you find your way around Manchester’s retail heaven here are our top tips on where to go...

High Street Heaven on Market Street In the heart of the city centre and car-free, Market Street couldn’t be a better place for high street shopping. Besides the likes of American Apparel and Urban Outfitters there is also the Manchester Arndale, a double layer of renovated loveliness stuffed to the rafters with big names including Topshop, Levis, Apple, Adidas and a huge Next. Situated in Exchange Square and next to the Wheel of Manchester is the Triangle Shopping Centre - the original Corn Exchange building which has been wonderfully resurrected and now houses a wide range of shops, cafés and restaurants.

Vintage and Vinyl in the Northern Quarter The Northern Quarter is packed with small and unusual shops and outlets, home to all sorts of oddities and quirky finds. Take Den, for example. It’s part gallery, part shop, showcasing not only its trademark bespoke furnishing but also selling a mish-mash of vintage homeware and decorations. Down the road you will find one of Manchester’s iconic shopping outlets. Opened in 1982 and still occupying the brightly decorated corner of Church Street and Tib Street, the legendary Afflecks continues what it does best - providing affordable outlets for independent designers and traders. Rags to Bitches - a vintage clothing boutique offers gorgeous and unique vintage and handtailored clothes and accessories, while the Craft & Design Centre, housed in the beautifully restored former Victorian Fish and Poultry Market, is home to an array of artist-run studios offering the best in local design, jewellery, bags and accessories.

There are also a handful of shop-cum-café places that are worth checking out, namely Café Pop, a vintage shop with a small downstairs café, and Oaklahoma, a bazaar of all things weird and wonderful including gifts and homeware and a quirky little eatery. For those who are on the hunt for rare vinyls and independent music, try the different record shops along Oldham Street such as Piccadilly Records and Vinyl Exchange.

Exclusive Shopping on King Street Exclusive King Street has been a place for prestigious retail therapy since the 19th Century and is now home to designer shops including Emporio Armani, Boss and Jaeger Ladieswear. Vivienne Westwood’s flagship store can be found at the top of King Street but it’s also worth visiting her Anglomania Store on Bridge Street, the first of its kind to open in the UK. Just a short walk from here and you’ll find upmarket shopping at Harvey Nichols and Selfridges on Exchange Square.

Out of Town Shopping Further out of town but easily accessible by public transport and car (with the benefits of free car parking), The Trafford Centre is the place to go for your fashion fix. It is home to a whopping 230 stores and 60 restaurants, bars and cafés. Check out Barton Square with its flagship homeware outlets including Dwell, Habitat, M&S Home and British Home Stores. Over at Salford Quays, the fashion conscious should head to the Lowry Outlet Mall, Manchester’s only factory outlet shopping. Open seven days a week with prices up to 50% below the high street all year round, the Lowry Outlet Mall offers more than 260 brands at over 80 stores. These includ a Nike Factory Store, Flannels, Whistles as well as a choice of cafés and restaurants, entertainment, free shopper parking and a stunning Quayside location.

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24 Hour Party People Manchester’s creativity and diversity is reflected in its music scene and nightlife. Household names to emerge from its melting pot of influences include The Hollies, Bee Gees, New Order, The Smiths, Happy Mondays, Oasis and Take That. Manchester was the place where some of the most iconic gigs took place, it’s where Madonna made her first UK appearance, Bob Dylan was branded ‘Judas’ for going electric, and punk band, the Sex Pistols gigs inspired some of the audience to start a revolution of their own - cue Joy Division, The Smiths, Factory Records and Simply Red. Thanks to Mr Manchester himself, Tony Wilson, founder of the legendary Factory Records and Haçienda, the birth of the Madchester movement and the endless list of popular Mancunian artists the city will always be remembered for its key role in the evolution of music and nightlife. Nightlife was all about music, and still is, with countless live music venues hosting local singer songwriters or the latest international acts. Night & Day, Roadhouse and numerous bars in the city host up and coming artists, whilst the Carling Apollo and Academy present the more established. The city’s music scene is thriving today, with Mancunian veterans Elbow being awarded the prestigious Mercury Music Prize in 2008 and the emergence of bands such as the Ting Tings, Courteeners and The Whip. There’s also a host of independent record labels supporting new artists.

One of the most talked about highlights is the Warehouse Project, a series of club nights that has taken the city by storm. Taking place between October and January in unique venues such as an old air raid shelter, it presents a range of artists, DJs and genres. Beginning at Boddingtons Brewery three years ago, renowned headline acts and word-of-mouth has made it one of the hottest tickets in town. Other popular nights to look out for are Blowout and High Voltage, the latter launched by the winner of the recent Best of Manchester Awards (see page 62). Here you’ll see the fashion conscious, vintage clad, skinny jeanwearing hipsters dancing to the latest records. There’s are also Manchester favourites, Sankeys and Star & Garter, and those making their mark such as Mint Lounge and Moho. There’s such a diverse nightlife offering, including the trendy Deansgate Locks and Printworks, not to mention the vibrant Gay Village. There are also an array of traditional British pubs where you can enjoy a pint of Manchester brewed beer and meet the locals. Other entertainment includes comedy, theatre, classical music concerts such as the Hallé Orchestra at The Bridgewater Hall and more. Whether you want to dance the night away, be entertained by live music, or wind down in a bar, Manchester is the place to be.

The Northern Quarter is the hub of the creative community, bursting with independent, quirky bars and venues. Award-winning Odd offers continental beers against a funky setting, try cocktails in the sultry Socio Rehab, or listen to the latest up and coming DJ at Common. There are old favourites such as newly refurbished Cord Bar or Centro, and jazz bar Matt & Phred’s. This area represents the essence of Manchester’s character, individual and laid back, yet welcoming.

Guy Garvey of ‘Elbow’. Mercury Music Prize Winners, 2008

Lancashire County Cricket Club & Old Trafford Lodge MAX THEATRE

1000

MAX BANQUETING

1000

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

CITY MAPS REF

BB1

STAR RATING

n/a

Lancashire County Cricket Club is a prestigious international and county cricket venue and is recognised as one of the Northwest's most prestigious venues for meetings, conferences and banqueting events.

CAPACITY

DIMENSIONS

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Lancaster

Library

7.9 x 9.7 x 3

Members Suite

150

120

150

14.9 x 11.6 x 3.2

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

10.6 x 7.6 x 2.6

Red Rose

22.5 x 6.4 x 2.3

Trafford

150

100

156

14.9 x 14 x 3.1

Executive Boxes 1-20

5.8 x 3.9 x 2.7

The Point

1000

700

840

1000

57.7 x 19.5 x 7.4

The Point A & B

660

330

126

400

800

27.1 x 19.5 x 7.4

The Point A, B & C

1000

510

620

1000

43.0 x 19.5 x 7.4

The Point D

300

160

126

180

300

14.5 x 19.5 x 7.4

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

With a variety of function rooms and suites that can cater for up to 1000 delegates, the Club's versatility and professionalism are key elements in ensuring the success of your business event; guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. The adjacent 68 bedroom Old Trafford Lodge complements the main site, with 36 bedrooms having balconies directly overlooking the famous Old Trafford pitch.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

9 miles (14.4 km) 3 miles (4.8 km) Piccadilly 3 miles (4.8 km) M60, J7, 2.5 miles (4 km) onsite

Talbot Road, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0PX T (0161) 282 4020 F (0161) 282 4030 E conference@lccc.co.uk W www.lccc.co.uk

LCCC is ideally situated just minutes from Manchester city centre with free parking.

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

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no part onsite some yes no

Due for completion by July 2010, The Point will be one of the largest purpose-built facilities in the country, accommodating a conference or dinner for up to 1,000 people. The Point will be an elevated suite with a stunning aspect, being glass-fronted and having a balcony overlooking the famous Old Trafford pitch. Inside the facility, there will be seven metre headroom with no pillars to spoil the view and the flexibility to divide the space into 3 separate sections. There will be a wonderful Mezzanine bar area overlooking the main suite, and another separate VIP bar. The Point will be coupled with LCCC’s existing conference facilities and free car parking and accommodation are available on-site. Design of the suite incorporates some of the latest eco-friendly features available, including rain water harvesting, low voltage lighting and solar panels. Large, bright and modern The Point will be built to a high technical specification with full blackout facility and amazing lighting, whilst access for all has been incorporated throughout. Gold Marquee (until Summer 2010) The Gold Marquee provides the sought after WOW factor for any type of event. The spacious and open main room complements a variety of layouts and is perfect for the use of equipment including staging, lighting rigs and dance floors. This flexible space features private bar, star-cloth ceiling, hard sided

walls, decking area, WC facilities and the main space can be divided into two sections. Members Suite History and tradition combine to set the scene for your event. Situated on the first floor of the Club’s main Pavilion, this magnificent suite comprises both the Members’ Longroom and Members’ Bar Area. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Old Trafford pitch, the ambience of the Members’ Suite is enhanced with air conditioning and its own large, private bar area. Trafford Suite Located on the second floor of our Pavilion, the Trafford is a versatile suite that can accommodate groups of up to 150. Air conditioned, with natural daylight and its own private bar, and offering a variety of lighting effects and also a star cloth. The Trafford Suite is ideal for spectacular presentations, private dinners and conferences. Library Suite Eat, drink and relax in the historical environment of the Library Suite. With walls lined with pictures of past Lancashire and Test Match greats, you will be in the company of some of our local heroes. Whatever the occasion, this is the perfect setting for up to 48 people with a built-in screen and LCD projector, the room offers the perfect environment.

Red Rose Suite With fantastic views of the famous Old Trafford pitch, the Red Rose Suite has its own bar and private balcony. This second floor suite offers an outstanding location for you and your guests to enjoy yourselves in style. Lancaster Suite With its own private balcony overlooking the historic cricket ground, the exclusive atmosphere of the Lancaster Suite provides the perfect setting for smaller events. It can also be used as a syndicate area in conjunction with our larger suites; the Lancaster Suite will help turn your event into an unforgettable occasion. Committee Room This sophisticated and elegant meeting room is available for board meetings and presentations for up to 24 guests. Conveniently located within the Club’s Pavilion, with natural daylight and air conditioning, the Committee Room has a fabulous view of the Old Trafford pitch. Executive Boxes These rooms attract a vary of business customers, whether it is for a meeting in a tranquil and pleasant atmosphere or entertain important clients on a match day, they all find these well equipped rooms both prestigious and impressive.

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Manchester United Football Club MAX THEATRE

1100

MAX BANQUETING

1000

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

AA2

STAR RATING

n/a

Event organisers list a number of different priorities when choosing a venue, but whatever their preferences they almost always name accessible location, excellent facilities, great service, fantastic cuisine and memorability, which is why Old Trafford should feature at the top of any wish list. Renowned as the home of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous football club, Manchester United, Old Trafford is one of the leading conference, banqueting and meeting venues in the UK. Boasting 24 purpose-built event suites and a host of smaller meeting rooms, Old Trafford offers unrivalled choice and flexibility for any event, from an AGM for 1200, or a banquet for 1000 to a private dinner for a few friends. Located less than two miles from Manchester city centre and even closer to the motorway network, Old Trafford is easily accessible and unlike many city centre based venues, boasts secure on-site parking for over 5000 vehicles.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Manchester

1100

640

Salford I

322

168

Salford II

252

International

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

820

1100

230

350

120

180

250

639

320

460

600

Europa

188

136

190

280

Trafford

155

120

160

300

Stretford

149

180

Warwick

100

Premier

160

200

Boardroom

Evolution

176

104

160

250

Lounge Bars

204

108

180

250

DPR

Treble Suite Lower

Boxes

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

8 miles (12.8 km) 2 miles (3.2km) Piccadilly 3 miles (4.8km) M602, J3, 1 mile (1.6km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full onsite full yes no

Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0RA T (0161) 868 8000 F (0161) 868 8809 E conference@manutd.co.uk W www.manutd.com/conference&events

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Conference and Events Suites Manchester One of the largest purpose-built facilities in the Northwest with 12,000 sq.ft of flexible meeting space.

Europa This suite can be divided into four rooms, making it perfect for events requiring sound proof breakout areas.

International Located on the ground floor and with the unique capability to accommodate vehicles makes the International Suite ideal for product launches or exhibitions.

Boardroom With a history all of its own, the Boardroom is an ideal suite for smaller more intimate events.

Salford 1 & 2 Both Salford Suites can be used for individual stand-alone conferences or can be linked and used together via a private foyer area for larger events.

Premier Located on the ground floor this is a versatile room with a small syndicate room at the back. Treble This unique suite is split over two floors and each floor is accessible via a spiral staircase.

Trafford Offers fantastic views of the pitch facing the centre circle, so if you are looking for a room with a difference this is ideal whatever the event.

Directorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Private Room With a history all of its own, the Directorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Private Room is an ideal suite for board meetings.

Stretford Offers views of the pitch and has a built-in dance floor and bar area, this room is ideal for a wide range of functions.

Evolution The modern Evolution Suite is one of a kind and offers fabulous views of the pitch and the Quays.

Warwick Compact and versatile room with 8 x 8 seater syndicate style, offshoot boxes with views of the pitch.

Lounge Bars We have a number of modern lounge bars which are perfect for networking events and all types of parties.

Boxes We have over 180 boxes which can cater for 5-16 people and each make a perfect setting for an intimate meeting or syndicate space for larger events. Old Trafford is a truly unique location for any type of event and offers everything you could want in a venue... and much more. Call the Conference & Events Team on: (0161) 868 8000 (option 3), or visit www.manutd.com/conference&events

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The Bridgewater Hall MAX THEATRE

1875

MAX BANQUETING

600

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

As Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic and prestigious international concert venue, The Bridgewater Hall provides a unique space for a diverse range of events. The location combines a setting steeped in history with an architecturally stunning, contemporary and innovative building, and has excellent access for transport as well as links to other conference venues.

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

Auditorium (whole facility)

1875

Barbirolli Room

250

136

170

250

16 x 16 x 8

Circle Foyer

240

400

Irregular shape

Charles Halle Room

9.3 x 10.9 x 9.4

Green Room

7.3 x 6.2 x 4

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 0.7 miles (1.1 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) nearby

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Auditorium

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full nearby full yes no

Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3WS T (0161) 950 0000 F (0161) 950 0001 E conferences@bridgewater-hall.co.uk W www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk

The magnificent and beautiful Auditorium is ideal for large conferences, providing an impressive yet intimate environment with modern technical facilities. For smaller conferences and events, the tall, spacious dimensions of the Barbirolli room, combined with the stylish and airy foyer spaces, offer total flexibility for your event needs. The skilled and experienced in-house technical, catering and events teams offer a professional and personal approach from start to finish, always aiming to meet and exceed expectations, and to bring your ideas and inspiration to life.

DIMENSIONS

SUITE

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City of Manchester Stadium SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

1894

180

150

300

31 x 10 x 2.9

The Boardroom

200

120

220

300

22.8 x 15.8 x 3.4

Boxes x 70

5.1 x 3.6 x 2.8

Citizens

350

200

320

500

28.7 x 17.5 x 3.5

Commonwealth

350

180

100

200

400

29.4 x 12 x 3.8

The Mancunian

160

110

250

23.6 x 18.6 x 2.9

The East Concourse Executive

1200

600

800

1500

120 x 10.4 x 4.3

Legends Lounge

100

160

250

53.8 x 8.6 x 2.8

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

15 miles (24 km) 2 miles (3.2 km) Piccadilly 2 miles (3.2 km) M60, J23, 2 miles (3.2 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full onsite some yes no

Sport City, Manchester, M11 3FF T 0870 062 4141 F (0161) 438 7660 E conference@mcfc.co.uk W www.cityofmanchesterstadium.co.uk

MAX THEATRE

1200

MAX BANQUETING

800

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

The City of Manchester Stadium was host venue to the spectacular 2002 Commonwealth Games and is the home of Manchester City Football Club. This state-of-the-art facility provides an ideal setting for conferences, meetings, dinners, wedding parties and much more. The seven individually themed suites cater for all tastes, from the glass fronted Mancunian Suite overlooking the pitch, to the Commonwealth Suite styled to reflect the passion of the games. In addition there are 70 hospitality boxes with magnificent views of the pitch and several other smaller rooms all of which are ideal for syndicate groups or meetings. They pride themselves on being able to tailor your events to your exact needs whether it's for two people or 1200. All of this is represented by the professional service and first class cuisine available at the stadium. They offer 2500 free car parking spaces on site making this a very convenient venue.

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The Comedy Store Manchester MAX THEATRE

500

MAX BANQUETING

300

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF STAR RATING

THEATRE

CABARET

The Auditorium

500

Main Bar and Reception

The Helter Skelter Bar and Restaurant

n/a

The Ward Room

This state-of-the-art, award-winning venue houses a 500 seater auditorium plus the Helter Skelter Bar and Restaurant, which acts as a studio space and stage. There is also separate dining, a main bar and reception area with dance floor, as well as the VIP Ward Room and Bar, with a capacity for 60 people seated and standing, overlooking the main stage adjacent to a balcony. The Comedy Store has full wheelchair access and facilities, state-of-the-art light and sound throughout, first class technical and support staff, as well as superb catering facilities for any type of requirement or event. All conferences and events are catered for and each individual event can be tailored by requirement of budget or size.

CAPACITY

SUITE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Auditorium

150

400

Irregular Shape

100

Irregular Shape

Irregular shape

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 1 mile (1.6 km) M602, J3, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full nearby full yes no

Arches 3 and 4, Deansgate Locks, Whitworth Street, Manchester, M1 5LH T (0161) 839 9595 F (0161) 839 9696 E anna@thecomedystore.co.uk W www.thecomedystore.co.uk

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Hard Rock Cafe SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Exclusive Use

200

450

17 x 22.5 x 6.7

Rock Lounge

100

Irregular shape

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Victoria Station 0.25 miles (0.4 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Exchange Square, The Printworks, Manchester, M4 2BS T (0161) 831 6700 F (0161) 831 6719 E david_atkinson@hardrock.com W www.hardrock.com

no full nearby full no no

MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

200

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

The Manchester Cafe in the heart of the city centre is the largest Hard Rock in the UK. It has an aweinspiring collection of authentic music memorabilia, with priceless pieces from Oasis, Elvis Presley, John Lennon and Elton John gracing the cafe walls along with more recent additions including stage costumes worn by Arctic Monkeys and Natasha Bedingfield. So, if rock is your thing, you will feel right at home here. Corporate hospitality and party venue available for up to 450 guests. The Cafe can be divided into exclusive areas for all types of events. Hard Rock Cafe caters for all occasions with menus to suit knife and fork diners, drinks receptions or butler served pass food. Menus range from 'Mosh Pit' to 'Groupies' for food offerings, with drinks packages available on request. Our ' Shake it Up' cocktail buffet packages is perfect for corporate team building events, birthdays, hen parties or just to have a 'rockin' good time.

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Imperial War Museum North MAX THEATRE

300

MAX BANQUETING

350

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF STAR RATING

THEATRE

CABARET

Libeskind Room 1

Libeskind Room 2

AA3

Libeskind Room (1&2 combined)

100

n/a

WaterShard Cafe

150

Harrier Area

Main Exhibition Space

300

200

Imperial War Museum North is an iconic city landmark that offers the perfect setting for your event. The award winning architecture by Daniel Libeskind creates a unique and inspirational atmosphere. Whatever your plans â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a special event, grand, formal or intimate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we're able to accommodate your needs, including parking for 160 cars, a rarity for a location so close to the city centre. For evening events you have exclusive use of the Museum, offering a high degree of flexibility. You can dine under a suspended Harrier jump-jet, make a presentation with the backdrop of historic artillery, or dance beside a T34 Russian tank. Offering comfort and style, choose from the newly refurbished Libeskind Rooms or the scenic WaterShard Cafe, overlooking MediaCity UK for breakfast meetings, conferences, seminars and presentations. The Imperial War Museum North is one of the most unrivalled and impressive venues in the UK.

CAPACITY

SUITE

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

10.5 x 8 x 2.4

10 x 8 x 2.5

20.5 x 8 x 2.5

200

Irregular shape

200

Irregular shape

300

700

Irregular shape

Harrier Area and Main Exhibition Space available in the evenings only.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) 2 miles (3.2 km) Piccadilly 3 miles (4.8 km) M602, J2, 1 miles (1.6 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no part onsite some yes no

Trafford Wharf Road, The Quays, Manchester, M17 1TZ T (0161) 836 4042 F (0161) 836 4091 E conferencesnorth@iwm.org.uk W www.iwm.org.uk/conferencesnorth

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The Lowry SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Lyric Theatre

1730

Auditorium

Quays Theatre

440

Auditorium

Compass Room

300

144

180

300

Irregular shape

Hexagon Room

100

131 sq m

LS Lowry Galleries

250

Irregular shape

South Room

64 sq m

North Room

36 sq m

Studio (all sections)

240

120

250

300

376 sq m

Studio 1

200

120

150

172 sq m

Studio 3

100

128 sq m

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

14 miles (22.4 km) 2 miles (3.2 km) Piccadilly 2 miles (3.2 km) M602, J3, 0.25 miles (0.4 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ T (0161) 876 2040 F (0161) 876 2021 E conferences@thelowry.com W www.thelowry.com

no full nearby full yes no

MAX THEATRE

1730

MAX BANQUETING

280

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

AA4

STAR RATING

n/a

The Lowry is a world class visual and performing arts centre, and an established conference, meeting and events venue. We offer a unique and alternative solution, in an innovative, contemporary and inspirational environment. The architecturally dramatic venue provides a fantastic range of spaces and hosts a variety of events including: large scale conferences in our theatres for up to 1,730 delegates; presentations, dinners, weddings and Christmas parties in our flexible event rooms; a private reception or networking event in our contemporary exhibition Galleries; or simply a smaller meeting/training room incorporating built-in audio-visual facilities. The Lowry’s waterfront location is just outside Manchester City Centre, in Salford Quays, with public transport links, including a convenient tram stop and car parking opposite. By holding an event at The Lowry, you will also be supporting the work of The Lowry Centre Trust, a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity (no.1053962). The Lowry’s aim is to be an environmentally conscious and responsible venue.

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Manchester235 MAX THEATRE

100

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

Manchester235 provides a unique and luxurious backdrop for your next conference, event or special occasion. Fusing designer furnishing with stylish surroundings to create an eclectic environment of pure decadence, Manchester235 can provide you with a change from the norm when it comes to your next event. The venue is set in a Grade II listed building, in the heart of Manchester and comprises: award winning restaurant Linen, a destination bar Fusion, two floors of magnificent gaming areas, and lavish sound-proofed function room - 235Live. 235Live is perfect for any special occasion, seminars, cocktail receptions and sit down meals, which are all catered for in this opulent and versatile space.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

235Live

100

Fusion Bar

Linen

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Piccadilly 1 miles (1.6 km) M602, J3, 3 miles (4.8 km) onsite

DRINK RECEP

METRES

200

Irregular shape

300

Irregular shape

100

150

Irregular shape

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full onsite full yes no

The Great Northern, Watson Street, Manchester, M3 4LP T (0161) 828 0300 F (0161) 828 0321 E events@manchester235.com W www.manchester235.com

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Manchester Town Hall SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Banqueting Room

200

120

200

20 x 9 x 9

Conference Hall

100

120

15 x 9 x 9

Great Hall

500

200

100

270

500

30.5 x 15 x 21

Lord Mayor's Parlour

100

120

16 x 9 x 9

Reception Room

100

120

14.9 x 9.1 x 9.1

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 0.5 mile (0.8 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) nearby

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full no no yes no

Events & Conference Office, Room 101, Albert Square, Manchester, M60 2LA T (0161) 234 1892 F (0161) 234 3242 E j.keown@manchester.gov.uk W www.manchester.gov.uk

MAX THEATRE

500

MAX BANQUETING

350

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

There is no finer choice for your event than Manchester Town Hall, one of the most iconic landmarks in the city. A Grade 1 listed building in a magnificent setting, steeped in a wealth of history and is definately one of the hidden jewels in Manchester's crown. This unique venue with its comprehensive range of state rooms, chambers and halls is an outstanding choice for your conference or event. You will enjoy an unparalleled level of service from our dedicated events team, in an elegant and impressive environment built in celebration of the trade and commerce for which Manchester is so rightly famous. Manchester Town Hall is the ideal venue to add a touch of prestige and grandeur to your event.

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The Monastery Manchester MAX THEATRE

650

MAX BANQUETING

580

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

A unique and inspiring venue, this modern-day, fully heated monastery has taken its place as one of Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest cultural, corporate and social venues. With an exclusive event management and catering service and unswerving attention to detail, we pride ourselves on delivering world class events, with great care and professionalism which creates a memorable event experience for all. For smaller meetings there are the beautifully refurbished Friary Rooms, Refectory and tranquil Cloister Garden. All proceeds from events held at the Monastery are donated to the Charitable Trust. Users of The Monastery directly contribute to an award winning, flagship community renewal programme, what better way for companies to truly demonstrate Corporate Social Responsibility in action. The Monastery Manchester is an awe-inspiring place with an enthralling story to tell. Events, private dining, meetings and tours can be arranged by the events team.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

The Main Space

650

450

The Private Chapel

The Pugin Suite

The Uriel Suite

St Francis Suite

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

500

1000

38 x 19 x 45

9.2 x 6.5 x 9

6.2 x 5.7 x 3

6.1 x 5.5 x 3

The Gabriel Suite

4.4 x 3.8 x 3

The Michael Suite

5.8 x 3.8 x 3

The Friar's Pantry

5.5 x 4.8 x 6

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

8 miles (12.8 km) 2 miles (3.2 km) Piccadilly 2 miles (3.2 km) M60, J24, 2 miles (3.2 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Gorton Lane, Gorton, Manchester, M18 8BR T (0161) 223 3211 E events@themonastery.co.uk W www.themonastery.co.uk

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no full onsite no yes no

MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry) SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Air and Space Hall

300

80 x 37

Power Hall

100

250

107 x 23

Revolution Manchester Gallery

220

350

29 x 22.5 x 4

Manchester Science

100

41 x 22 x 2.4

Main Conference Suite

350

147

200

450

23.2 x 13 x 2.5

Syndicate Area A

6.2 x 6.0

Syndicate Area B

8.3 x 6.1

Syndicate Area C

8.3 x 6.2

Syndicate Area D

9.5 x 4.8

Syndicate Area B&C combined

12.3 x 8.3

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 2 miles (3.2 km) M602, J3, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Liverpool Road, Castlefield, Manchester, M3 4FP T (0161) 606 0174 F (0161) 606 0212 E conference@mosi.org.uk W www.mosi.org.uk

no full onsite some yes bronze

MAX THEATRE

350

MAX BANQUETING

250

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

MOSI in Manchester is an inspiring and exciting venue to hold your event. Located on the historic site of the world's oldest surviving purpose built rail station, the museum provides an atmospheric and stimulating environment for conferences, seminars and especially teambuilding and away-days. Due for completion in September 2010, MOSI will have a new conference centre located in the Museum's Main Building, a former warehouse built to store goods carried by the Great Western Railway Company. The Conference Centre will include one large function room which can accommodate a maximum capacity of 350 theatre style. Four adjacent meeting rooms will also be available which are each able to accommodate between 25-40 people. An internal balcony area provides a further flexible area for registration, catering or exhibition stands. Conveniently located in the city centre and with secure on-site car parking, the Museum is an excellent choice for any event.

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People’s History Museum MAX THEATRE

120

MAX BANQUETING

100

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

Make a radical choice! Try the People’s History Museum – a venue for a meeting of minds. Looking for a genuinely inspirational venue? Then why not bring your people to meet our people. People’s History Museum is the only national museum in Manchester and tells the story of ordinary people’s struggle for democracy in Britain over the past two hundred years. Hold your event in the company of some of the greatest team builders, motivational speakers, revolutionary thinkers and passionate problem solvers of the last two centuries – and a few people who knew how to celebrate success as well!

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

The Engine Hall

100

The Coal Store

The Meeting Room

METRES

100

200

220 sq m

65 sq m

27 sq m

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Salford Central 0.1 miles (0.16 km) M602, 3, 4 miles (6.4 km) nearby

Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3ER T (0161) 838 9190 E venuehire@phm.org.uk W www.phm.org.uk

The museum has brand new conference and meeting facilities at a venue which fuses a magnificently restored historic Edwardian Pump House and a spectacular architectural awardwinning new build. Catering is provided by Couture, operators of our on-site riverside café bar The Left Bank.

DRINK RECEP

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

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DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

no full nearby some yes no

CUBE (Centre for the Urban Built Environment) SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

CUBE Seminar Suite

100

120

17 x 8

CUBE Complex

450

Irregular shape

CUBE Lower Ground Floor

250

Irregular shape

Meeting Room 1

5x3

Meeting Room 2

8x8

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

100

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CUBE is a superior quality environment for corporate hospitality, exhibitions, conferences and seminars.

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Oxford Rd 0.25 miles (0.4 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) no no full no no yes no

The unique design and contemporary style of the venue make CUBE ideal for special events, particularly for the design conscious. As an innovative architecture and design centre, CUBE's exciting exhibition programme ensures that no two events will be the same. The CUBE complex offers a number of flexible spaces for hire including; three gallery spaces, a seminar suite and two meeting rooms, catering for between 100-450 people.

113-115 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 6DW T (0161) 237 5525 F (0161) 295 5880 E info@cube.org.uk W www.cube.org.uk

De Vere Whites Hotel SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Platinum Suite

450

200

280

450

24.8 x 22.15 x 3.6

Lion of Vienna Suite

550

160

360

400

29 x 21 x 2.75

Executive Boxes x 47

5 x 3 x 2.6

Wanderers / Reebok Suite

100

18.75 x 10.6 x 2.7

Premier Suite

1500

700

900

3000

73.5x 31 x 7.5

MAX THEATRE

1500

MAX BANQUETING

1000

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

125

GM MAP REF

STAR RATING

««««

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

De Vere Venues Whites Hotel is fully integrated into the magnificent Reebok Stadium, home to Premiership football club Bolton Wanderers. But there's more to this unusual venue than just location, from the quality of the state-of-the-art exhibition and conference centre to the attentive staff. We can cater for a reception for 3000 or 1500 theatre style in the impressive Premier Suite. Whites has 125 tastefully designed bedrooms including 19 pitch view rooms, 6 Penthouse Suites and superb leisure facilities.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

24 miles (38.4 km) 17 miles (27.2 km) Horwich Parkway 0.25 mile (0.4 km)

M61, J6, 0.25 mile (0.4 km) onsite yes full onsite full yes no

De Havilland Way, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 6SF T (01204) 667788 F (01204) 474663 E whites@deverevenues.co.uk W www.devere.co.uk

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Freemasons Hall MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

180

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Derby

200

180

130

180

15.8 x 13.4 x 8.5

Lounge

100

15.8 x 13.4 x 5.5

Rhodes

13.4 x 6.7 x 5.5

Brian Clark Room

7 x 11 x 5.5

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

The Hall, situated at the heart of Manchester, has a variety of banqueting and conference suites to cater for any event. From business lunches to conferences, weddings to birthday celebrations, whatever your requirement, we can cater for it. The 1929 listed building offers all the architectural grandeur of its time, whilst giving every thought for today's conference. With ten suites on three floors, we can accommodate from 2 to 200 people. In addition, there are five syndicate rooms and a range of conference equipment.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

8 miles (12.8 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 0.75 mile (1.2 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) nearby no full nearby yes yes no

36 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 3BT T (0161) 832 6256 F (0161) 839 3775 E dellabuckley@elmh.co.uk W www.freemasonshall.co.uk

Haydock Park MAX THEATRE

500

MAX BANQUETING

450

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Park Suite

500

350

Lancaster Suite

200

100

Horseshoe Suite

150

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

420

500

44.3 x 13.1 x 3.2

120

350

28.5 x 25 x 2.4

150

350

22.4 x 10.2 x 2.6

Whittle Suite

100

150

22.4 x 10.2 x 2.6

Premier Suite

200

100

170

350

19.1 x 21.3 x 2.5

OTHER INFORMATION

Haydock Park is situated in the heart of the North West just 1 mile from junction 23 of the M6. This large, flexible and versatile venue offers easy access from the whole of the region, making it the perfect location to bring people together.

Distance from Airport 20 miles (32 km) Distance from City Centre 20 miles (32 km) Nearest Railway Station Warrington Bank Quay 8 miles (12.8 km) Nearest Motorway M6, J23, 0.5 mile (0.8 km) Parking onsite Leisure no Accessible Venue full Accessible Parking onsite Air Conditioning full WIFI yes GTBS Accredited no

Housed within 100 acres of parkland, facilities include six large suites with capacities up to 500 guests, 36 smaller rooms suitable for business meeting or syndicates, 1,300 square metres of indoor exhibition space and over 13 acres of hard standing for outdoor events.

Lodge Lane, Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 0HQ T (01942) 402623 F (01942) 270879 E haydockpark@jockeyclubracecourses.com W www.haydock-park.co.uk

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Manchester Art Gallery SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Lecture Room

9x8x5

The Atrium

150

120

100

200

9 x 21 x 10

Grand Entrance Hall

100

10 x 10 x 21

Pre Raphaelite Galleries

300

Irregular shape

Granada Study Room

6x4

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

150

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

Whether you are planning a business or private event, you’ve come to the right place. Our galley is Manchester’s premier arts venue. It’s central. You’ll find it right in the heart of the city. It’s versatile. There are seven very different event spaces to choose from. It’s unique. Where else would you find magnificent Victorian architecture sitting along side a contemporary glass Atrium, housing a world renowned collection of fine and decorative art and design?

9.6 miles (15.36 km) in the City Centre Oxford Rd 0.6 mile (0.96 km) M602, J3, 5 miles (8 km) nearby no full nearby some no no

Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3JL T (0161) 235 8866 F (0161) 235 8805 E eventsteam@manchester.gov.uk W www.manchestergalleries.org

Manchester Cathedral Visitor Centre SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Conference Room 1

18 x 10 x 5

Conference Room 2

10 x 10 x 4

Conference Room 3

18 x 10 x 3

Conference Room 4

10 x 10 x 4

MAX THEATRE

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Offering an oasis amidst the bustle of the city, Manchester Cathedral Visitor Centre offers some impressive facilities for small conferences. We specailise in small to medium size conferences. Personal service and attention to detail is the trademark of our success. With four rooms having natural daylight on at least three sides we believe that the centre has some of the best and most visually pleasing spaces in Manchester, this creates an excellent ambience and working environment that is matched only by our value for money.

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Victoria 0.2 mile (0.32 km) M602, J3, 3 miles (4.8 km) nearby no full nearby some yes no

10 Cateaton Street, Manchester, M3 1SQ T (0161) 835 4030 F (0161) 834 5397 E visitorcentre@manchestercathedral.org W www.mcvc.info

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The Manchester Museum MAX THEATRE

110

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

11.5 x 8.2

Kanaris Theatre

110

Conference Room

9.5 x 4.9

Pre-historic Life Gallery

150

Irregular shape

Animal Life Gallery

350

Irregular shape

OTHER INFORMATION

The Manchester Museum can provide a unique setting for your conference, presentation, dinner or drinks reception. Why not dine amongst the dinosaurs in our Pre-historic Life Gallery with Stan the T.rex as your guest of honour, or have your drinks reception with lions, tigers and polar bears in our Animal Life Gallery!

Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Our fully equipped conference suite contains a 110 seat lecture theatre, boardroom and seminar rooms, equipped to the highest standard with audio visual equipment included in the room hire charge.

9 miles (14.4 km) 1 miles (1.6 km) Oxford Rd 0.5 miles (0.8 km) M60, J5, 4 miles (6.4 km) onsite no full onsite full yes no

The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL T (0161) 275 8788 F (0161) 275 2676 E anna.j.davey@manchester.ac.uk W www.manchester.ac.uk/museum

The National Football Museum MAX THEATRE

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

The National Football Museum is due to launch in Manchester in 2011. Dine, dance or celebrate in Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most iconic building amongst world famous football memorabilia and host your event at the great British venue that celebrates the beautiful game.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Please note that as the venue does not open until 2011, bookings will not be taken until late 2010/2011. For booking information, please contact 0161 605 8200.

Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG T (0161) 605 8200 F (0161) 605 8201

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10 miles (16km) in the city centre Victoria 0.1 mile (0.16km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2km) no no full no some yes no

Northern Belle by Orient - Express SUITE Northern Belle

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

252

DRINK RECEP

252

METRES

Irregular shape

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Victoria 0.1 mile (0.16 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) nearby no part nearby full no no

Northern Belle Office, LMWR Train Depot, Weston Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 6NE T 0845 077 2222 F (0207) 921 4708 E oereservations.uk@orient-express.com W www.orient-express.com/uktrains

MAX THEATRE

n/a

MAX BANQUETING

252

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

The Orient Express Northern Belle Train, the latest Orient Express family member, provides a luxury travel and dining experience with a year round schedule of dining and day trip excursions. Departures from most major cities including Manchester Victoria Station. For the ultimate gala dinner venue for up to 252 guests or an exclusive day trip experience why not exclusively charter the Orient Express Northern Belle. Six luxurious carriages available for spacious dining with a wide range of extras including table magicians and jazz band send off.

The Royal Exchange Theatre SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Theatre & Great Hall

700

Irregular shape

Studio

100

16.5 x 12 x 4

The Front Room

100

16.1 x 7.1 x 2.7

The Round Restaurant

37 x 7.5 x 3.5

Insider Suite

8.2 x 5.4 x 3.5

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

700

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

The Royal Exchange Theatre provides the WOW factor! The former Cotton Exchange Trading Hall houses a striking "in the round" steel and glass theatre seating 700. The Hall holds 700 for standing buffet/drinks reception. The Studio seats 100.

10 miles (16 km) In the City Centre Victoria 0.25 mile (0.4 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) nearby no full nearby some yes no

A scenic lift accesses the Front Room, selfcontained with bar and facilities, newly licensed for Weddings and Civil Partnerships. Imaginative catering provided by resident chef and team.

St Ann's Square, Manchester, M2 7DH T (0161) 615 6793 F (0161) 615 6796 E functions@royalexchange.co.uk W www.royalexchange.co.uk

Catering is of the highest standard, run in partnership with Baxter Storey http://royalexchange.baxterstorey.com

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Royal Northern College of Music MAX THEATRE

616

MAX BANQUETING

100

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Auditorium

RNCM Theatre

616

RNCM Concert Hall

466

Auditorium

Lord Rhodes Room

120

150

15.78 x 9.15

Studio Theatre

120

Auditorium

Lecture Theatre

112

Auditorium

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Home to one of the largest theatres in Manchester, a stylish concert hall, studio theatre, lecture theatre plus conference rooms, studios and seminar rooms large and small, the RNCM is the perfect place to host your city-centre event. Anything's possible, so whether you are organising a multi-day convention, one day event or small meeting, our dedicated Events Team will guide you through every detail. Offering full a/v, recording and catering facilities, the RNCM is a unique, spacious and vibrant environment, and one delegates will remember.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

9.7 miles (15.52 km) in the city centre Piccadilly 1.1 miles (1.76 km) M602, 3, 3 miles (4.8 km) nearby no full onsite some yes no

124 Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9RD T (0161) 907 5289 F (0161) 237 7611 E clare.preston-pollitt@rncm.ac.uk W www.rncm.ac.uk

Yang Sing MAX THEATRE

120

MAX BANQUETING

180

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Board Room

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

14 x 5 x 3

Magnolia Room

14 x 5 x 3

Second Floor Suite

130

19 x 14 x 3

Third Floor Suite

120

160

180

250

19 x 15 x 3

OTHER INFORMATION

The highly acclaimed Yang Sing sets the standard both within Manchester and beyond as a Cantonese restaurant of the highest quality. The legend goes from strength to strength, offering market fresh and innovative food. Served by their own superbly equipped and specialised kitchen, their suite of banqueting rooms covers two floors and can dine up to 340 people in total. They are predominantly used for conference dinners, corporate entertainment, meetings, seminars, charity events, wine tastings, product launches and wedding breakfasts – though they are open to many and varied suggestions! Give your meeting or conference an oriental twist and a delicious Cantonese flavour! Understanding and meeting customer needs has always been central to the success of Ali Ghazizadeh’s Banqueting Team.

Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited 34 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 4JY T (0161) 236 2200 F (0161) 236 5934 E info@yang-sing.com W www.yang-sing.com

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10 miles (16 km) in the City Centre Oxford Rd 0.25 mile (0.4 km) M602, J3, 1 mile (1.6 km) nearby no full nearby full no no

Academic Venues

Academics and leaders of industry from an extensive field of research and business are an intrinsic part of our product; many act as ambassadors for the city by working with us to bring their professional association conference to Manchester.

Southern gateway Maria Balshaw

Boundaries have blurred somewhat with the continued redevelopment in Manchester city centre. Manchester’s expansion into its suburbs has materialised through individual projects by a number of partnerships. Manchester City South incorporates an area from St Peter’s Square, along Oxford Road, to the University campuses and beyond. The City South partnership is overseeing a total investment of £1.5billion to develop infrastructure, transport and community projects within the area. Culture, entertainment and sport are at the very heart of City South. The area includes purpose built venues like Manchester Aquatics Centre, Contact Theatre and Whitworth Art Gallery. There’s also Cornerhouse cinema, Manchester Museum and Manchester Academy to name just a few.

Maria Balshaw, director of the Whitworth Art Gallery is heavily involved with the plans to enhance this area. Here, she explains why visitors should make a trip to the gallery and her vision of its future in this thriving part of the city. What can you tell us about the Whitworth Art Gallery? We’re surrounded by a beautiful green park that had some hard times in the past, but in recent times it has really been developed as a social space. The gallery has an eclectic range of collections. We have a really important fine art collection, with fantastic modern art. We have a stunning historic collection; beautiful 18th and 19th century landscapes painted by people like Constable, Girtin, Gainsborough and Turner: The gallery has 54 works by Turner alone. You can also look at textiles. From ancient Egyptian textiles (we have works in the collection that are nearly 2,000 years old and show the beginning of really important cultures and traditions), to works from the 16th Century in

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England: incredibly beautiful tapestries. And we have works made out of new technological fabrics: stretched lycra and digitally screen printed. And lots of these are made in and around Manchester. You also have a great wallpaper collection. What can you tell us about that? It’s really unusual and the only other collection like ours is at the V&A in London. It’s popular because we’re all now into designing interiors and have really high aspirations for good design in our homes. Our collection goes from the 17th century: beautiful historic papers, to those being made now by top design companies and artists. There’s a real playfulness and fun in the wallpaper collection which is surprising to most visitors. And it’s uniquely Manchester because much of the wallpaper industry was based in the Northwest and so Manchester historically has been a kind of showroom for the industry.

How are you looking to develop the gallery over the next few years? We’ve got really ambitious plans. We want to extend out into the park. We’re putting in a bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund so we can create a second entrance that will take you directly into the park. We want to put more exhibition space there for our landscape works. We’d like an outdoor cafe with canopied picnic tables too. And a really lovely shop selling craft by local makers and artists. Around the outside of the gallery we want to commission three international artists to develop the landscape outside. They will create sculptural shapes, spaces to sit in, relax, play and socialise. Enjoyment and family fun are an important aspect of your annual calendar. What can families expect from a visit to the Whitworth? It’s really important to me and the team that our gallery is for everybody from 0 to 90. We have a very active programme of events for families. They’re always on a drop-in basis; always free, always led by artists and always in relation to our collection. We do things like arty picnics (outdoors or indoors, dependent on the weather),

smelly/sticky art sessions where the kids are given things like potatoes, chocolate and jam for printing, and beauty walks where an artist leads a group of children to go and explore something in the park, bring it back to the gallery and then make a painting, a collage or a sculpture. Where else do you recommend to visit in Manchester? Visitors don’t always step outside the city centre enough. There are some fascinating places like Victoria Baths, partially renovated now, which people know from the BBC television programme ‘Restoration’. There’s a programme of artists work going on there at the moment. Along from there, is Elizabeth Gaskell’s House. She’s one of the famous 19th Century novelists that wrote about Manchester. Her rather beautiful residence is often open for visitors to see. If you go further along into Didsbury, there’s Fletcher Moss Gardens which are absolutely beautiful, you can walk through meadows and a secret hillside formal garden that has the most extraordinary collection of plants. You can be down there in 20-25 minutes from the city centre and feel like you’re a hundred miles from an urban centre.

FAVOURITE PLACES IN MANCHESTER Favourite restaurant Red Chilli on Portland Street. The best Sichuan food in Manchester. Really, really, fiery hot! Favourite shop Vivienne Westwood because the Manchester store is better than the others. They always seem to have the nicest things. Must do / see in Manchester Absolutely a visit to the Whitworth! My other recommendation is the Chinese Arts Centre. It has really unusual exhibitions around the year. For more information on the Whitworth, check out: www.whitworth.manchester.ac.uk For Manchester City South, visit: www.manchestercitysouth.com

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The University of Manchester MAX THEATRE

1000

MAX BANQUETING

600

MEETING ROOMS

200

BEDROOMS

4500

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

The University of Manchester is the largest and most diverse conference location in the North West, with the majority of venues stretching from the city centre to the leafy outskirts of Fallowfield. Facilities include tiered theatres seating up to 1000, flat floored meeting rooms for 4 to 675, high quality audio-visual equipment, imaginative menus, exhibition space, over 4500 bedrooms in four types of accommodation as well as a dedicated year round hotel and conference centre. A major addition to our conference facilities, University Place, offers a 1000 seat lecture theatre, 500 square metres of exhibition space, marquee area and 24 syndicate rooms. We also have some of the finest sports facilites in Europe, and our very own museum, art gallery and observatory. With competitive day delegate rates and ConferCare, our delegate registration service, the University is the ideal choice for your next event.

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Armitage Centre

1000

Owens Park Main Hall

480

Roscoe 'A'

474

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

37 x 32 x 9

19 x 23 x 12

20 x 22 x 2.4

Whitworth Hall

675

400

26 x 15 x 16

Barnes Wallis Restaurant

400

600

50 x 16 x 4

Harwood Room

120

26 x 10 x 4

Staff House 4-5

14.6 x 5.7 x 3

Renold C16

490

13 x 12 x 5.5

University Place theatre A/B

1000

Auditorium

John Hartshorne lecture theatre, Hulme Hall

300

Auditorium

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking

8 miles (12.8 km) In the City Centre Piccadilly 1 miles (1.6 km) M56, J4, 5 miles (8 km) onsite

Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

Conference Sales Office, Staff House, Sackville Street, Manchester, M60 1QD T (0161) 306 4100 F (0161) 275 2223 E meeting@manchester.ac.uk W www.meeting.co.uk

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yes part onsite some yes no

Manchester Business School SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

G6 Theatre

200

Auditorium

3.103

201 sq m

2.40 Conference Room

119 sq m

Private Dining

40 sq m

Dining Room

200

300

325 sq m

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

200

MAX BANQUETING

200

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

101

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

Travel Accommodation

With a diverse and enviable combination of facilities under one roof, Manchester Business School offers you a convenient location. Only 5 minutes from the city centre, close to motorways, major stations and 20 minutes from Manchester Airport, we're easy to get to. We have one of Europe's leading business libraries, extensive IT facilities, an observation facility where you can remotely record and monitor sessions, as well as everything you would expect from a leading conference centre.

8 miles (12.8 km) 1 mile (1.6 km) Oxford Rd 0.25 mile (0.4 km) M602, J3, 2 miles (3.2 km) onsite yes full onsite some yes no

Booth Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 6PB T (0161) 275 6424 F (0161) 275 6488 E Conference@mbs.ac.uk W www.mbs.ac.uk/services/conference-facilities

Manchester Metropolitan University SUITE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

All Saints

220

200

160

200

Irregular shape

Sandra Burslem

240

100

Irregular shape

Geoffrey Manton

280

600

Irregular shape

John Dalton

230

Irregular shape

Geoffrey Manton (Atrium Exhibition Area)

600

25 x 19.6 x 21.5

280

MAX BANQUETING

200

MEETING ROOMS

100

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

MMU can offer you a unique conference venue in the city centre with modern lecture theatres and seminar rooms with state-of-the-art equipment. The innovative architecture of our buildings provides exhibition space and breakout areas that will give your event the edge.

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

MAX THEATRE

9 miles (14.4 km) In the City Centre Oxford Rd 0.25 mile (0.4 km) M60, J5, 5 miles (8 km) no yes full onsite full yes no

The contemporary and stylish Pennine Restaurant is a flexible space, ideal for networking receptions, formal dinners and parties. The conference team will take the stress out of organising your event and work with you to ensure it is a great success.

Venues for Events, Cavendish Building, Cavendish Street, Manchester, M15 6BG T (0161) 247 1565 F (0161) 247 6887 E venues@mmu.ac.uk W www.mmu.ac.uk/venues

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UMIC MAX THEATRE

140

MAX BANQUETING

n/a

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

Egg

140

Irregular shape

Yellow Room

Irregular shape

UMIC Boardroom

30 sq m

Orange Room

14 sq m

Green Room

14 sq m

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Ideally situated in Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vibrant academic campus, UMIC Core Technology Facility has fantastic modern event facilities in a central location and is ideal for a range of events. With nine multi-function rooms capable of a variety of capacities and layouts, we offer a stylish setting with first-class facilities and service.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

9 miles (14.4 km) 1 mile (1.6 km) Oxford Rd 1 mile (1.6 km) M602, 3, 2 miles (3.2 km) nearby no full onsite full yes no

48 Grafton Street, Manchester, M13 9XX T 0800 014 1009 E conferencing@umic.co.uk W www.umic.co.uk/conferencing

University of Salford MAX THEATRE

1020

MAX BANQUETING

MEETING ROOMS

BEDROOMS

n/a

CITY MAPS REF

STAR RATING

n/a

CAPACITY

SUITE

THEATRE

CABARET

Lady Hale Building

240

Innovation Forum

120

Old Fire Station

100

Maxwell Hall

1020

Peel Hall

300

DIMENSIONS

BOARDROOM DINNER DANCE

DRINK RECEP

METRES

240

Auditorium

150

15.85 x 9.94

100

Auditorium

360

1000

20.89 x 19.5

26 x 16

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

The University of Salford offers diverse venues suitable for conferences, seminars, presentations, exhibitions and concerts. We can cater for 10 to 1000 offering competitive day rates, residential packages and professional event co-ordination. The Innovation Forum houses a Conference Centre with Video Conferencing facilities. The University is within easy reach of road and rail networks the railway station of Salford Crescent is situated on campus. The Conference Services Team offers a friendly, professional and flexible service.

OTHER INFORMATION Distance from Airport Distance from City Centre Nearest Railway Station Nearest Motorway Parking Leisure Accessible Venue Accessible Parking Air Conditioning WIFI GTBS Accredited

9 miles (14.4 km) 1 mile (1.6 km) Salford Crescent 0.25 mile (0.4 km)

M60, J12, 2 miles (3.2 km) onsite yes full onsite some yes no

The Conference Office, Peel Building, Salford, M5 4WT T (0161) 295 5950 F (0161) 295 5470 E conference-com@salford.ac.uk W www.conference.salford.ac.uk

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Serviced Apartments

At the end of a long day of meetings and networking, swap the boardroom for an energising personal training session. A spacious serviced apartment allows delegates to take advantage of a wide range of health and therapy services that will ensure they start the next day on top form.

Gateway

to a great get-away

Thanks to Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s central location and excellent air, rail and road transport links you have got the UK at your feet. Manchester offers a great gateway to Englandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Northwest and beyond, so once the business in the conference hall is done why not take advantage of Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategic location and give delegates the chance to experience the very best of the UK. Breathtaking scenery, dramatic coast lines, vibrant cities and quaint villages are just some of the delights waiting to be discovered.

Cumbria – the Lake District

Chester and Cheshire

From 16 sparkling lakes and England’s highest mountains, to sheltered valleys, heather moorlands and salty seascapes, Cumbria and the Lake District have inspired and captivated generations of visitors and famous writers and poets such as William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. But there’s more to see than just scenery. The area has a rich heritage to discover, a vibrant and contemporary cultural scene and a growing reputation for fine food and drink. And on top of all this, there is a huge choice of tourist activities in some of the best ‘Great Outdoors’ in the world.

Head south west of Manchester and delegates will discover the five star luxury of the Roman city of Chester, with its 21st century delights. Cheshire's sumptuous countryside welcomes all with fine food, world-class heritage and stunning scenery. Encircled by a glorious two-mile ring of Roman and medieval walls, Chester is a rare and truly magical blend of the ancient and traditional with modern cosmopolitan chic. Situated on the River Dee, close to the Welsh border, Chester is home to 2,000 years of history and is one of Britain’s Heritage Cities. Step back in time amid pristine Georgian and Victorian architecture, shop in the unique medieval two-tier galleries called the Rows and enjoy the city's classy café culture.

The unique landscape that inspired Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter today nurtures a new generation of writers, artists and musicians. Sculpture trails, poetry programmes, street art and theatre add up to a thriving cultural scene. The area has a fascinating heritage too. In stone circles and Roman forts, in historic houses and museums, the past still echoes. www.golakes.co.uk

Lancashire and Blackpool Discover the heart of the colourful county of Lancashire, where you will encounter beautiful countryside, seascapes and historical sights. Preston boasts some unique attractions such as Riversway, Europe's largest single dock basin, with its marina, leisure shopping and attractions. The Grade I listed Harris Museum and Art Gallery is a magnificent Greek Revival building dominating the centre of the town and houses an impressive collection of fine and modern art. The Lancashire coast covers around 220 kilometres (137 miles). It provides fascinating landscapes and attractions that you would find difficult to surpass elsewhere on the UK coast. Blackpool, the UK's most visited seaside resort, boasts its magnificent tower that stands 518 feet and nine inches high on Central Promenade and the Pleasure Beach provides 40 acres of fun with breath-taking attractions and world-class shows.

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Liverpool City Region Liverpool is most famous as a port town and the birthplace of The Beatles. The city has many claims to fame, so many in fact, that it actually appears in the Guinness Book of World Records as the place with the most records. Whether it’s football at Liverpool or Everton, horseracing at Haydock or Aintree, or retracing the rock ‘n’ roll steps or the Fab Four, Liverpool genuinely does have something for everyone to enjoy. If culture is your thing then there’s also the Walker Art Gallery or TATE Liverpool. Great shopping can be found at the newly opened Liverpool One or one of the many boutiques dotted around the city. And being just 30 minutes from Manchester by train, a day trip to Liverpool is easily achieved. Southport is also 'England's Golfing Capital' with six championship courses including Royal Birkdale, which hosted The Open in 2008. The town is at the centre of 'England's Golf Coast' and no less than nineteen courses including the '3 Royals' can be reached in just over an hour from Manchester. www.visitliverpool.com

Further afield

www.visitlancashire.com Nowhere in mainland is Britain that far from Manchester. The delights of Wales and the Peak District can be reached in just under an hour by road from Manchester city centre. And both the dramatic grandeur of Scotland and the vibrancy of London are just over two hours by train. www.enjoyengland.com

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Padhotels Serviced Apartments Set in the heart of Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vibrant city centre, Padhotels' contemporary outstanding one and twobedroom apartments provide the comfort, privacy and freedom of your own home with the services of a hotel. Whether you wish to stay for one night, one month or even a year, call Padhotels and book into a place where you will feel both energised yet relaxed. A home from home in the city. 74 Bridge Street, Manchester, M3 2RJ T (0161) 839 9654 F (0161) 834 8641 E hotels@getapad.co.uk W www.padhotels.co.uk

Atrium Contemporary accommodation ideal for smaller business meetings. 74 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 6JD T (0161) 235 2000 F (0161) 235 2001 E atrium@bridgestreet.com W www.bridgestreet.co.uk

The Light Boutique ApartHotel 5 Star Aparthotel with 45 luxury apartments, spa, gym and restaurant. 22 - 24 Church Street, Manchester, M4 1PN T (0161) 839 4848 E julie@thelight.co.uk W www.thelight.co.uk

SACO Apartments 4 star studio, one and two bedroom serviced apartments in Piccadilly Place. SACO Manchester, 5 Piccadilly Place, Manchester, M1 3BP T (0161) 870 1909 F (0161) 237 3821 E manchester@sacoapartments.co.uk W http://manchester.sacoapartments.co.uk

Victoria Hall Ltd All flats are fully equipped and all bedrooms are en-suite. 281 Upper Brook Street, Manchester, M13 0FZ T (0161) 607 8000 F (0161) 607 8007 E Manchester.ubs@victoriahall.com W www.victoriahall.com/manchester

As well as comfortable overnight accommodation, a serviced apartment makes a great meeting venue.

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Conference Services

The printed materials given to delegates can make or break an event. Locally based conference service providers ensure that organiserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s requirements are produced to the highest quality and within the tightest of deadlines.

The Manchester events industry understands the need for a balance of environmental awareness, economic activity and social progress and in 2007 The Manchester International Festival was one of the first events to use BS8901 a British standard for the sustainability of an event. From attending education workshops to implementing leading standards the Manchester event community is keen to take a lead. Positive Impact is a not for profit education project which began in Manchester in 2004 with the aim of providing education to the events industry on sustainability. Now running education workshops across the world, Positive Impact provides delegates with the chance to learn from experts about the practical considerations for sustainability.

Sustainable Events Green Tourism takes into account the needs of the environment, local residents, businesses, and visitors; now and in the future. Fiona Pelham, founder of the Positive Impact project, is one of Manchester’s experts leading the way in the delivery of sustainable events. Green tourism businesses are those actively engaged in reducing the negative environmental and social impacts of their tourism operations.

Fiona Pelham launched the project and as well as being chair for the development of BS8901 into an ISO standard she also runs an event management company focused on sustainable events. As an event organiser what are the key considerations that need to be made in terms of sustainability and CSR when planning an event? Every event is different but the first step is to consider the economic, environmental and social impacts of your event. What elements of your event will have the greatest negative impacts and which do you have the most control over? Key areas to consider are: transport plans, materials being used and waste, which your event will generate. What benefits does acting sustainably bring to an event or conference? Sustainability makes good business sense so it is likely that a step to reduce negative environmental impact will also decrease your economic overheads (for example producing a lower amount of marketing materials). Most business brands now have commitments to sustainability so implementing sustainability in an event brings this commitment to life rather than damaging brand reputation. As a host city what can Manchester provide to both delegates and organisers to help them be sustainable? Manchester has a good infrastructure in terms of public transport and a good local supply chain, however Manchester goes one step beyond this and provides venues and suppliers who have been educated in the meaning of sustainability, ways to implement it and measure it. How can event organisers ensure that the venues and service providers are acting sustainably?

There are different certification schemes, which will help you to identify which suppliers or venues are acting sustainably. For example, the GBTS, ISO and British Standards help to identify those who are implementing sustainability. Organisers could also ask service providers for company policies or reports they have produced; by engaging with your suppliers you can determine the amount of co-operation they are prepared to give to help you to produce a sustainable event. What is the single one thing that an event organiser can change to their event programme to lessen its environmental impact? It’s difficult to pin point one action as every event will have different levels of impacts but the first thing an organiser could ask is; is the event actually needed in the first place? With the development in technology clients and organisers are now able to host events online. An organiser can also reduce the environmental impact of an event by asking these questions for all their materials; what is it, where did it come from, what is it made of, and where is it going? What is the future of sustainability in the events industry? The British Standard BS8901 Specification for a Sustainable Management System which was launched in 2007 has been widely adopted by the events industry in the UK and internationally. It is now starting its journey to become an ISO (international standard). The proposed standard will be open for commentary to the events industry; Sustainable Events Ltd can be contacted for more information admin@sustainableeventsltd.com The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is a network-based organization that has pioneered the development of the worlds most widely used sustainability reporting framework. GRI produces Sector Supplements for those industries that have specific and unique needs when reporting on sustainability. Sustainable Events Ltd is facilitating the development and trialling of a new Events Sector Supplement in the industry. It’s a great opportunity for the event sector to act with integrity, transparency and those organisations willing to trial the Events Sector Supplement will have the opportunity to be leaders in the industry. What future projects are you working on to improve Manchester’s prominence as a sustainable destination? A new series of Positive Impact education workshops will start in April 2010, we are also organising sustainable events with environmental agencies and local festivals.

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Mell Events Whatever your event requirements we are seasoned professionals here to help. Able to support any and all aspects of your events from private parties to a world congress, Mell Events are here to help. 51 The Green Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ED T 0560 1297083 E enquiries@mellevents.co.uk W www.mellevents.co.uk

The Solutions Company TSC specialise in providing organisers with over 25 years of experience to assist in delivering world leading events whatever the brief. Combining a strong work ethic & belief and old fashioned values. 51 The Green Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1ED T (01335) 345655 F (01335) 348114 E sales@thesolutionscompany.co.uk W www.thesolutionscompany.co.uk

Hirex The Index Group

Quadrant Visual Solutions

Full exhibition,conference and graphics solutions provider.

Award-winning AV equipment hire and technical event production

1 Lomax Street, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 1PX T (0161) 723 6100 E j.mcwilliams@hirex.co.uk W www.hirex.co.uk

11 Kensington Road, Manchester, M21 9GH T (0161) 860 7635 E v.dobson@quadrantsolutions.com W www.quadrantsolutions.com

Congrex UK

Meeting Makers Ltd

Saville Audio Visual

Full service, international PCO with local expertise and support.

Conference, Exhibition, Corporate Events and Association Management services.

The UK's leading supplier of audio visual for your conferences & events.

42 Canham Road, London, W3 7SR T (0208) 743 3106 E martin.boyle@congrex.com W www.congrex.com

Jordanhill Campus, 76 Southbrae Drive, Glasgow, G13 1PP T (0141) 434 1500 E clive@meetingmakers.co.uk W www.meetingmakers.co.uk

Unit 2, Fourth Avenue, The Village, Trafford Park, Manchester, M17 1DB T 0161 873 5600 E simon.donkin@saville-av.com W www.saville-av.com

Definitive Events

Meredith Thomas PR Ltd

A to V (UK) LLP Manchester based AV service provider, specialists in video and production. 15 Clayton Court, 5 Welcomb Street, Manchester, M11 2NB T (0161) 230 6600 F (0161) 230 6444 E phil@atov.co.uk W www.atov.co.uk

Strategic event management and professional conference organisers. Piccadilly House, 49 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2AP T (0161) 212 1595 F (0161) 212 1598 E info@definitiveevents.co.uk W www.definitiveevents.co.uk

Award-winning Manchester public relations consultancy. 3rd Floor, 82 King Street, Manchester, M3 4WQ T (0161) 935 8006 E helen@merediththomas.com W www.merediththomas.com

dot.org

Q Base Media

Event creation and delivery, media launches, charity fundraising.

Our team specialise in creating, managing and delivering innovative events.

8 Oldfield Mews, Grey Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 4BY T (0161) 928 5006 E karin@dotorganise.com W www.dotorganise.com

11 Kensington Road,Manchester, M12 9GH T 08700 841141 E vivian@q-basemedia.com W www.q-basemedia.com

100

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Transport Services

Manchester is investing over ÂŁ600million in dramatically extending its successful Metrolink network to cover a larger area of Greater Manchester. And with the purchase of new trams and ticket machines, getting around the city during your conference can be enjoyed, not endured.

Manchester Airport Your gateway to the North of England. Situated in the heart of the UK, Manchester’s award-winning airport prides itself on being one of the world’s busiest and friendliest. As the largest airport outside of London, Manchester Airport handles over 20 million passengers per year. Its facilities are world class with three terminals, two runways, over 250 check-in desks and 65 airline operators. Over 190 destinations worldwide are served from this international hub and a comprehensive European and domestic air network enables visitors to use the city as a convenient base for transfers to the rest of the UK and indeed Europe.

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The £35m transformation of Terminal 1 will see the unveiling of stylish new retail outlets and restaurants as well as increased security lanes, to make your journey through the airport so much easier. In fact, it has never been easier to fly to Manchester with a variety of competitive fares and direct scheduled flights offered by major US, UK and European airlines. If Manchester is your gateway to exploring the many attractions the North of England has to offer, or alternatively the venue for a connecting flight, why not take advantage of the fantastic offers available from the array of hotels located on the doorstep of Manchester Airport. From budget to four star luxury, these venues make for a perfect take off or touch down.

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When you arrive at Manchester Airport, head for The Station, a £60 million ground transport interchange which brings rail, coach, bus and taxi under one roof, offering frequent and direct transport services to Manchester city centre, York, Leeds, Windermere, Blackpool and Newcastle to name but a few. State of the art technology with an impressive ticket sales facility provides up-to-date travel; visitors will enjoy a relaxing introduction to the region. Alternatively pick up a hire car at the airport and take to the open roads of Greater Manchester. A train service from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly railway station operates every 10 minutes, with a journey time of approximately 15-20 minutes. For further details of the many airlines that fly into Manchester, visit www.manchesterairport.co.uk

Getting around Greater Manchester Manchester’s central location makes it one of the most accessible cities in the UK. Whatever your preferred mode of transport, Manchester has it covered, offering a comprehensive local public transport system. So once in Manchester you’ll have no problems getting around using buses, trains and trams.

BUS Buses are an excellent way to see the city and the wider region of Greater Manchester. A comprehensive network of buses offer fast and frequent services to many destinations. In the city centre hop on one of the Metroshuttle buses. Metroshuttle buses are free and link the main rail stations, shopping areas and businesses in the city centre. www.gmpte.com

TRAMS Metrolink is Manchester’s innovative tram system. It allows easy travel in the city centre and further afield. Because Metrolink runs every few minutes you don’t need a timetable, you can just turn up and go anytime from early morning until late in the evening. Remember to purchase your ticket from the machine before you board. www.metrolink.co.uk

TRAINS There are four key train stations in the centre of Manchester - Piccadilly, Victoria, Oxford Road and Deansgate. Piccadilly is the main hub and is most visitors’ principal arrival point into the city. There is a comprehensive network of local services to many local destinations and beyond. Trains run every 10 minutes or so from Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly Station. The journey takes around 15 to 20 minutes. www.nationalrail.co.uk or phone +44 (0)8457 484950.

DAYSAVER SYSTEM ONE TRAVELCARD DaySaver is a Travelcard that is accepted by most bus, train and tram companies and allows you to transfer effortlessly from one form of transport to another, as many times as you wish. Available from Piccadilly Gardens, bus drivers, tram ticket machines and train stations. www.systemonetravelcards.co.uk or phone +44 (0)8717 818181.

For more information about public transport in Greater Manchester visit: www.gmpte.com or phone Traveline on +44 (0)871 200 22 33 (7am - 8pm Monday to Friday and 8am - 8pm at weekends and public holidays).

TRAVELLING FURTHER AFIELD National Express operates from the modern Chorlton Street Coach Station to cities throughout the UK. www.nationalexpress.com or phone +44 (0)8705 808080. Frequent rail services run to London and many other major UK cities, including Birmingham, Leeds, Newcastle and Glasgow. www.virgintrains.co.uk or phone +44 (0)8457 484950.

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Swans Travel Limited Swans Travel are specialists in the provision of professional transport services for airport and hotel transfers, conferences and corporate hospitality. Our fleet of executive cars, people carriers and coaches are based within close proximity of Manchester city centre and Manchester Airport. The experienced staff in our corporate travel department specialise in providing a professional transport service and we are acknowledged as a leading transport provider for major businesses and corporate organisations visiting Greater Manchester. The departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expertise lies in the planning and co-ordination of every last detail of your requirements, ensuring that your visit is well organised and enjoyable. In addition, we can provide a variety of ticketing, hospitality and accommodation packages, enabling you to take advantage of all Manchester has to offer. We also offer all aspects of logistical services for any size of conference or event, ensuring that your guests, delegates, staff or visitors get to where they need to be, safely and on time.

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Stanley House, Broadgate, Broadway Business Park, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 9XA T (0161) 681 0999 F (0161) 681 0777 E sales@swanstravel.com W www.swanstravel.com

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Bullocks Coaches

The care of a family run company, combined with the expertise and efficiency of an experienced well organised business, Bullocks is dedicated to providing solutions to your travel needs. With our fleet of modern, luxury coaches and a quality service delivered by our smart, informed and friendly drivers, travelling with Bullocks will always be a pleasure.

Stockport Road, Cheadle, Stockport, Cheshire, SK8 2AG T (0161) 428 5265 E coachinfo@bullockscoaches.com W www.bullockscoaches.com

Selwyns Travel Services

Building 77, Terminal 2, Manchester Airport, Manchester, M90 1QX T (0161) 236 9000 E sales@selwyns.co.uk W www.selwyns.co.uk

We are one of the leading coach operators in the North West of England, with an envied reputation for quality and reliability. Our long established depot at Manchester Airport provides services to leading airlines and also caters for incoming travel needs, whether business, tourism or pleasure. Our modern offices are staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year running a fleet which is second to none, expertly maintained in our own dedicated workshops. We have a full range of coach sizes,including 16, 29, 39, 49, 53, 57 and 75 seats, to cover all of your transport needs.

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Venues Index NO. ON

VENUE

MAP

MAP REFERENCE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CAPACITY BOARDROOM

TOTAL BEDROOMS

PAGE NO.

Albert Halls; The

GM maps ref O7

676

100

n/a

Best Western Hotel Smokies Park

GM maps ref R6

400

Bridgewater Hall; The

City maps ref E5

1875

n/a

Britannia Airport Hotel

GM map ref P4

150

212

Britannia Country House Hotel

GM map ref P4

200

255

Britannia Hotel Bolton

GM maps ref O7

100

Britannia Hotel- Manchester

City maps ref F6

200

363

Britannia Hotel Wigan

GM map ref L6

300

124

Britannia Sachas Hotel

City maps ref G7

300

223

Chancellors Hotel & Conference Centre

GM map ref P4

125

City Inn Manchester

City maps ref H6

170

285

City of Manchester Stadium

City maps ref L2

1200

100

n/a

Comedy Store Manchester; The

City maps ref D4

500

n/a

Copthorne Hotel Manchester

City maps ref BB3

160

166

Crowne Plaza Manchester City Centre

City maps ref G8

200

228

CUBE (Centre for the Urban Built Environment)

City maps ref F5

100

n/a

De Vere Whites Hotel

GM map ref N6

1500

125

Freemasons Hall

City maps ref C6

200

n/a

Hard Rock CafĂŠ

City maps ref E8

200

n/a

Haydock Park

GM map ref M4

500

n/a

Hilton - Manchester Deansgate

City maps ref D4

600

279

Imperial War Museum North

City maps ref AA3

300

n/a

Lancashire County Cricket Club & Old Trafford Lodge

City maps ref BB1

1000

126

Lowry Hotel; The

Lowry; The

City maps ref C7

400

165

City maps ref AA4

1730

n/a

Macdonald Manchester Hotel

City maps ref H5

200

338

Malmaison Hotel

City maps ref G6

167

Manchester Art Gallery

City maps ref F5

150

n/a

Manchester Business School

City maps ref G2

200

101

Manchester Cathedral Visitor Centre

City maps ref E8

n/a

Manchester Central Convention Complex

City maps ref D5

8000

n/a

Manchester Conference Centre with Days Hotel

City maps ref G4

300

117

Manchester Metropolitan University

City maps ref F3

280

n/a

Manchester Museum; The

City maps ref G1

110

n/a

Manchester Town Hall

City maps ref E6

500

100

n/a

Manchester United Football Club

City maps ref AA2

1100

n/a

Manchester235

City maps ref D5

100

n/a

Marriott Renaissance

City maps ref D8

400

100

203

Marriott Victoria and Albert Hotel

City maps ref B6

250

148

Mechanics Centre Ltd

City maps ref F5

180

n/a

Mere Golf and Country Club

GM map ref O2

500

n/a

Midland Hotel; The

City maps ref E5

700

120

312

Monastery Manchester; The

GM map ref Q4

650

n/a

MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry)

City maps ref B5

350

n/a

National Football Museum; The

City maps ref E8

n/a

Northern Belle by Orient Express

City maps ref E9

n/a

Palace Hotel; The

City maps ref F4

1000

275

Park Inn

City maps ref E0

220

252

People's History Museum

City maps ref B6

120

n/a

108

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Venues Index NO. ON

VENUE

MAP

MAP REFERENCE

CAPACITY THEATRE

CAPACITY BOARDROOM

TOTAL BEDROOMS

PAGE NO.

Place Apartment Hotel; The

City maps ref A3

200

107

Premier Inn Manchester Central

City maps ref E5

157

Radisson Edwardian Manchester

City maps ref D5

400

263

Ramada Piccadilly Hotel

City maps ref F6

800

280

Ramada Salford Quays

City maps ref BB4

120

142

Red Rooms at Booths Hall; The

GM map ref O2

100

n/a

Red Rooms at Centurion House; The

City maps ref D6

n/a

Red Rooms at City Tower; The

City maps ref F6

n/a

Red Rooms at Lowry House; The

City maps ref E7

n/a

Royal Exchange Theatre; The

City maps ref E7

700

n/a

Royal Northern College of Music

City maps ref F2

616

n/a

Thistle Hotel Manchester

City maps ref G6

300

205

UMIC

City maps ref H1

140

n/a

University of Manchester; The

City maps ref G1

1000

4500

University of Salford

City maps ref A7

1020

n/a

Yang Sing

City maps ref E5

120

n/a

Serviced Apartments 66

Atrium

City maps ref F5

n/a

Light Boutique ApartHotel

City maps ref F7

n/a

Padhotels Serviced Apartments

City maps ref D6

n/a

SACO Apartments

City maps ref G6

n/a

Victoria Hall Ltd

City maps ref H1

n/a

Services Index SERVICE

PAGE NO.

A to V (UK) LLP

Services

100

Bullocks Coaches

Transport

105

Congrex UK

Services

100

Definitive Events

Services

100

dot.org

Services

100

Hirex - The Index Group

Services

100

Meeting Makers Ltd

Services

100

Mell Events

Services

100

Meredith Thomas PR Ltd

Services

100

Q Base Media

Services

100

Quadrant Visual Solutions

Services

100

Solutions Company; the

Services

100

Saville Audio Visual

Services

100

Selwyns Travel Services

Transport

105

Swans Travel Limited

Transport

104

COMPANY

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Manchester City Centre Map

48 12 46

45 30

15 19

38 24

64 18 68 56 39

52 37

57 53

42 31

50 11

69 40

51 3

16 66

21 13

47 32

29 60

34 63 62

25 14 22

36 23

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Looking Ahead There is always something going on in Manchester; here is just a selection of the wide range of cultural, sporting and business tourism events taking place in the city over the next year.

Music Events Future Everything May 2010 www.futureeverything.org Eurocultured May 2010 www.myspace.com/eurocultured Hungry Pigeon May 2010 www.myspace.com/hungrypigeon Manchester Jazz Festival July 2010 www.Manchesterjazz.com In the City October 2010 www.inthecity.co.uk

Festivals Manchester Irish Festival March 2010 www.manchesteririshfestival.com 24:7 Theatre Festival July 2010 www.247theatrefestival.co.uk Manchester Pride August 2010 www.manchesterpride.com Literature Festival October 2010 www.manchesterliteraturefestival.co.uk Manchester Food and Drink Festival October 2010 www.foodanddrinkfestival.com

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Comedy Festival October 2010 www.manchestercomedyfestival.co.uk

National Conferences

International Congresses

Manchester Science Festival October 2010 www.manchestersciencefestival.com

The Association of Teachers & Lecturers March 2010 www.atl.org.uk

Soccerex European Forum March 2010 www.soccerex.com/europe

Sport

The Building Societies Association Conference May 2010 www.bsa.org.uk

European Badminton Championships April 2010 www.manchesterworldsport.com Shine Manchester 2010 April www.cancerresearchuk.org/shine BUPA Great Manchester Run May 2010 www.greatrun.org Manchester Rugby 7s Festival July 2010 www.manchesterrugby7s.com

Unite the Union Conference May 2010 www.unitetheunion.com British Cardiovascular Society Conference and Exhibition June 2010 www.bcs.com The Oddfellows Bicentennial Conference June 2010 www.oddfellows.co.uk

FIL World Lacrosse Championships July 2010 www.2010worldlacrosse.com

British Association of Dermatologists Conference July 2010 www.bad.org.uk

Ironman UK August 2010 www.ironmanuk.com

Trade Unions Congress September 2010 www.tuc.org.uk

All of Manchesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s international sporting events appear at: www.manchesterworldsport.com

Labour Party Annual Conference September 2010 www.labour.org.uk Soroptimistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of GB & I Conference October 2010 www.soroptimist-gbi.org Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development Conference November 2010 www.cipd.co.uk

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International Council for Research and Innovation in Building & Construction - CIB World Building Congress May 2010 www.cib2010.com SPEC2010 - Shedding Light on Disease: Optical Diagnosis for the New Millennium June 2010 www.spec2010.com AGM of the International Union of Aviation Insurers June 2010 www.iuai.org European Architecture Students Assembly August 2010 www.easauk.net 13th European Drosophila Neurobiology Conference September 2010 www.meeting.co.uk/confercare/ neurofly2010 European Computer Audit Control and Security Conference March 2011 www.isaca.org/eurocacs

Football Stadia

Castles

Unique Venues

Funky Clubs

Famous Names

Chauffeured Cars

Cool Bars

Country Retreats

Energising Activities

Florists

Training Centres

Boutique Hotels

Caterers

Academic Auditoria

Interpreters

Exhibition Venues

Designers

Luxurious Serviced Apartments

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