Wellesbourne Conference Centre Brochure

Wellesbourne Conference Centre Wellesbourne Warwick CV35 9EF Tel: +44 (0)24 7657 5058 Email: wellesbourneconf@warwick.ac.uk http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/conferences/wellesbourne

Wellesbourne Conference Centre

Wellesbourne Conference Centre is set in the peaceful surroundings of the Warwickshire countryside. All our conference rooms offer a distraction free environment and each benefits from natural daylight and a wide range of audio visual equipment including data projection, DVD player, lighting control, WiFi internet connection and air circulation. Access to PCs with the latest software, radio clip and roving microphones are also available on request.

Conference Room

Room Dimensions (m2)

Theatre Classroom

UCabaret Shaped

Boardroom / Hollow Square

Wellesbourne 1

110

100

50

40

60

40

Wellesbourne 2

65

50

30

30

30

30

Wellesbourne Suite

175

150

-

80

90

80

Loxley Boardroom

37

-

-

-

-

18

Charlecote Room

15

-

-

-

-

8

Syndicate Room 1

35

40

20

20

-

20

Syndicate Room 2

12

-

-

-

-

6

Delegate Packages

Conference room equipment:      

Whiteboard, flipchart and marker pens Data projector and screen VHS video & DVD Projection Other equipment including laptop computers and microphones available on request All rooms have natural daylight Chilled mineral water, sweets, pads and pens in all rooms

Day delegate package includes:       

Tea, coffee and biscuits Fresh fruit Hot or cold buffet lunch with fruit juice A range of audio visual equipment (please see above for details) Main meeting room hire Free WiFi internet access Free car parking at venue

Prices start from £39.00 + VAT (where applicable) per delegate. Please contact Alyson Cummings for more information: Telephone: Email:

+44 (0)24 7657 5058 wellesbourneconf@warwick.ac.uk

Menu Choices Choose one from our range of menus included in the £39 basic Day Delegate Rate: CL/1 Selection of sandwiches, rolls & wraps Mini chicken kebabs with pesto seasoning Chinatown dim sum with sweet chilli dip (v) Savoury tartlet selection (v) Root vegetable crisps *** Fresh fruit platter Mini pattiserie platter Orange juice, apple juice CL/2 Selection of sandwiches, rolls & wraps Honey & Mustard Glazed Chicken Skewers Mini vegetarian quiche (v) Indian savoury platter with yoghurt & mint dip (v) Kettle crisps *** Fresh fruit platter Traybakes & flapjacks Orange juice, apple juice CL/3 Selection of sandwiches, rolls & wraps Chicken sate with peanut dip Savoury choux (v) Carrot & coriander goujons (v) Root vegetable crisps *** Fresh fruit platter Cheesecake ‘shots’ Orange juice, apple juice CL/4 Selection of sandwiches, rolls & wraps Spicy chicken goujons Mini savoury pastries (v) Ratatouille & cheese filo tarts (v) Kettle crisps *** Fresh fruit platter Chocolate cups & baby meringues Orange juice & apple juice

CL/5 Selection of sandwiches, rolls & wraps Tandoori chicken bites Spinach & feta cheese filo parcels (v) Breaded butterfly prawns with lemon mayo Kettle crisps * Fresh fruit platter Mixed ‘petit fours’ Orange juice & apple juice CL/6 Selection of sandwiches, rolls & wraps Mini sausage & chutney turnovers Tomato, feta & roasted red pepper open pies (v) Goujons of Cod with tartare sauce Root vegetable crisps * Fresh fruit platter Mixed fruit slice & granola traybake Orange juice & apple juice

“All the staff were very friendly and ensured that all our requirements were fully met. They have an excellent attitude and are always willing to accommodate any quick changes in our agenda. Well done to all the team.”

Paul Chapman, BUPA April 2008

If you prefer something that little bit more special for your event, why not choose from our range of Cold Fork Buffets:

CL/7 Poached salmon with dill & crème fraiche sauce Thai chicken mayonnaise with coriander rice Roasted vegetable & goat’s cheese tart (v) Rocket, cherry tomato & red onion salad (v) Baby potato & chive salad (v) Celery, sweet corn & pepper salad (v) Crusty bread & butter *** Chocolate & coffee roulade French apple tart with fresh cream Fresh fruit basket Orange juice, apple juice (£3.00 + VAT supplement per delegate)

CL/8 Salmon en croute with dill & asparagus filling Roast sirloin of beef Sugar baked ham with mustard Red onion & cheddar tart (v) Seasonal salad bowl with leaves (v) Baby potato salad with parsley (v) Couscous & roasted vegetable salad (v) Crusty bread & butter *** Baked chocolate tart with raspberry coulis Tropical fruits pavlova with fresh cream Fresh fruit basket Orange juice, apple juice (£5.00 + VAT supplement per delegate)

Or Hot Fork Buffets: CL/9 Beef, mushroom & horseradish casserole Thai chicken green curry Roasted vegetable lasagne (v) Savoury rice (v) Roasted mids (v) Mixed salad leaves with dressing (v) Cherry tomatoes (v) Coleslaw (v) Crusty bread & butter *** Almondine tart Tropical fruits pavlova Fresh fruit salad Orange juice, apple juice (ÂŁ8.75 + VAT supplement per delegate)

CL/10 Salmon, cod & prawn pie with herb crust Chicken Tikka Masala Mushroom stroganoff (v) Braised saffron rice with vegetables (v) Baby potato with butter & chives (v) Rocket, cherry tomato & red onion salad (v) Coleslaw vinaigrette Crusty bread & butter *** Tiramisu Glazed lemon tart Fresh fruit salad Fresh cream Orange juice, apple juice (ÂŁ8.75 + VAT supplement per delegate)

CL/11 Chicken, red pepper & spinach bake Spiced lamb & apricot tagine Red lentil & ricotta lasagne (v) Minted couscous (v) Parsley potatoes (v) Mixed salad bowl with dressing (v) Pasta pesto salad (v) Three bean salad (v) Crusty bread & butter *** Cheesecake topped with seasonal fruits Swiss chocolate & orange cake Fresh fruit salad Fresh cream Orange juice, apple juice (ÂŁ10.00 + VAT supplement per delegate)

“The event was excellent; the catering was outstanding and the staff and general level of service superb. We hope to use the facilities again soon."

Keith Squire - Teabag Talent - 07/04/2008

We can also cater for evening meals in our on-site restaurant which seats up to 50 people, choose from our delicious menus below at just ÂŁ25.00 + VAT per delegate: Starters:

Chicken & Broccoli Terrine Served on leaves with a tomato & orange coulis & warm bread Herb Custards with Smoked Salmon Served on rocket & watercress with a lemon & herb vinaigrette & warm bread Fans of Melon, Avocado & Pink Grapefruit (V) Served on leaves with light blue cheese dressing Roasted Plum Tomato & Basil Soup (V) Served with sesame pastry twists

Main Courses: Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Sage & Apricot Stuffing Served with a jus Rainbow Chicken Supreme Supreme of chicken with a spinach, red pepper & cream cheese, poached and served with a red wine sauce Tranche of Five Spice Salmon Served with a stir fry of vegetables and seasoned noodles Sage Derby & Parsnip Roulade (V) Topped with crunchy hazelnuts and served with a fresh tomato sauce All main courses served with seasonal vegetables & potatoes

Desserts:

Baked Chocolate Tart Served with white chocolate sauce & fresh raspberries Individual Pavlova with Tropical Fruits Served with a mango & passion fruit sauce Trio of Sorbets Served with seasonal fruits & a shortbread biscuit Cheese Plate Three British cheeses served with celery, grapes & warm bread.

Some additional extras which can be added to compliment your delegate package: Additional service of Twinings Teas & freshly brewed coffee

£1.50pp

Additional service of Twinings Teas, coffee & biscuits

£2.00pp

Bacon/Sausage baps (incl. vegetarian sausage) (based on one per person)

£2.50pp

Selection of morning goods: (to include Danish pastries, muffins & doughnuts)

£2.25pp

Light tea (to include homemade cutting cakes e.g. lemon drizzle, coffee and walnut & fruit cake)

£2.25pp

Traditional tea: (to include dainty sandwiches, scones, whipped cream & seasonal fruits, mini cakes, tea & coffee)

£6.00pp

Canape selection: Savoury bites & nibbles suitable for late afternoon or as a prelude to an evening event

£5.00pp

All Prices Exclusive Of VAT

“In my experience the facilities, service and staff at the WHRI Conference Centre are excellent and I would recommend them to anyone."

Andrew Tinsley Horticultural Development Council

Other Facilities and Activities:

Also available on site we have a private restaurant with seating for 50 people.

The restaurant has some AV equipment built in so it is ideal for giving informal presentations over a sit-down meal.

Adjoining the restaurant is a comfortable lounge and bar area sporting traditional pub games including pool, table football and bar billiards.

Why not finish off your event with an evening of tutored wine tasting in the bar? Run in conjunction with our partners Oddbins, Stratford-upon-

On the site we have acres of groungs available for various activities including:   

Archery Team Building Various sporting games

In association with our partners Adventure Sports Ltd.

How to find Wellesbourne Conference Centre The Wellesbourne Conference Centre is conveniently situated near Stratford upon Avon just 3 miles from Junction 15 of the M40.

From Junction 15, M40 Follow signs for Wellesbourne and Cirencester along the A429. Wellesbourne Conference Centre is on the right after 3 mile.

From Stratford upon Avon Take the B4086 (first on the left after the River Avon) to Wellesbourne. After 5 miles, just before the village, turn left onto the A429. Wellesbourne is on the left.

By Rail The nearest railway stations are Warwick, Warwick Parkway, and Stratford-upon-Avon (all approximately 5 miles away). Leamington Spa Station is approximately 8 miles from the site. Taxis should be available at these stations to bring you to the Conference Centre.

Satellite Navigation Please note that some satellite navigation systems do not bring you to our site when you input our postcode; the alternative postcode CV35 9EQ will bring you directly here, although this should not be used when sending mail.