Conferences UK Meeting Guide 2018 Midlands

MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

THE DESKTOP BIBLE FOR CONFERENCE ORGANISERS

THE MIDLANDS

For help finding the perfect venue for your event call Conferences UK on 0845 351 9917 or visit us online at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

We’ll help find you the venue that’s right for you at the best possible price.

WELCOME We produce the Meeting Guide to enable events and meetings planners to gain access to information from a large cross section of venues around the UK. It serves as an easy first port of call for businesses when they need help in finding a space.

Whether you are searching for a large event venue for a huge audience or a small meeting space for a couple of colleagues, this guide will help you in your search for the perfect venue.

SIMON THOMPSON MANAGING DIRECTOR

When founding Conferences UK over a decade ago I hoped to ease the connection and contact routes between the venues themselves and the organisers of the events and meetings. You can still pick up the phone, call 0845 351 9917, and our team of experts will find you a suitable place to meet at no cost just as you could when the agency was first set up in 2005. If you still wish for more information after looking through the guide feel free to give our experts a call and ask us about the venues.

The meeting and events industry is continually changing as technology and society advances and consequently people look at different factors when organising events, conferences and meetings.

This guide acknowledges the need for events to be tailored more to the needs and wants of the attendees themselves and genuinely capture their interests in order to stimulate productive outcomes.

Moreover, by embracing new technologies both the organising of events and the events themselves can run much more smoothly.

Our Guide should serve as a ‘desktop bible’ for any venue searches you make. However, it is much more than that as it also gives pointers on how to make your meetings more innovative and also looks at the roles of PAs in businesses and what makes them stand out. We also have additional features on meeting disasters and how to avoid them and an introduction to our team which allows you to put a face to a name, especially if you wish to call up to have further help in finding the perfect space.

I hope you enjoy our guide and as ever I would be delighted to hear from you personally if you have any comments or suggestions.

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6 WAYS TO AVOID A MEETING DISASTER PICK THE PERFECT SPACE

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To make sure your meeting or event is a success you need to pick the right venue. This means it has to be appropriately sized for the amount of people in attendance. There’s nothing worse than an overcrowded or under crowded meeting room which leaves people feeling lost in a sea of chairs or claustrophobic with no space to move. Turning up early and checking the layout is the number one way to avoid this. Also be sure to have a clear idea on numbers and, especially if it’s a big event, make sure to receive RSVPs in one form or another. The venue must also be right in terms of its aesthetic and atmosphere. An interesting room can go a long way in keeping attendees engaged and inspired. However a top concern should always be whether the room or venue is suitable for the meeting you are having. If you are not sure, speak to the experts: conferences UK will help you find the perfect meeting space for free! Just call 0800 078 9585.

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It has been said time and time again but remains the key to a successful meeting: have a clear plan and agenda. A concise and clear plan is fundamental and can help in avoiding most other meeting disasters. It is good for this to include an introduction to the structure of the meeting itself. If this is a regular meeting it might be a good idea to switch up the order of the day to stop it feeling monotonous. If a structure is given to all those in the meeting and agreed upon at the start it means everyone is aware and consenting. Then everyone can be responsible for keeping the meeting on track. A rambling meeting with a lack of a clear purpose is one way to ensure your attendees get distracted and are unmotivated. This also ties in with timing. Make sure meetings are not started late and warn others the meeting will not be postponed for them if they are not punctual.

While a clear plan is essential, it is also important to allow for adaptation. This means that if interesting tangents are taken in conversation do not immediately cut them off but instead make sure they stay relevant to the overall objective.

This keeps the flow of the meeting stimulating but still appropriate. Good time management and planning can allow for this as it will allow for change and will not be rigid. Also if the original agenda was not working it makes for a better use of time to recognise this and be confident enough to make a change. However it should always keep the philosophy ‘discussion not digression’ in mind alongside the meeting objective.

It’s easy for a meeting to go wrong and most people have a nightmare meeting experience to share. Bad meetings are detrimental for any business for a host of reasons, from wasting money to knocking morale. We’ve looked into the main ways meetings tend to turn into disasters and how these disasters can be avoided.

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ENGAGE AND MOTIVATE

KEEP EVERYONE IN THE LOOP

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Another common error made continually in meetings and conferences is not thinking about the length. Commitment to keep focus, along with good preparation, are usually enough to keep a meeting concise and prevent those in attendance from losing focus. It is important to only add relevant content and not just add information for the sake of it. If people do not know why they are there and are overwhelmed by too much information then they will be left tired and unfocused. If it is unavoidable and the meeting must be long, acknowledge this and add breaks into the agenda. Have a list of discussion topics you wish to cover in the meeting in order to use the time effectively. A short meeting not only benefits those involved but is also much cheaper to execute.

An inspiring speaker is also a key way in which to make your event a success. This encompasses many different aspects from being a good orator to knowing what tools to use. It is always a good idea to introduce yourself to the audience, unless of course everyone knows each other!

Overreliance on PowerPoint is also a common way of disengaging attendees. Overloaded slides can be enough to stop someone paying attention.

Furthermore, as technology advances there are new ways of getting information to those who need it. This is not to say a PowerPoint cannot be used effectively but it is important to use it primarily for a useful summary or for facts and graphs. Also to be a good speaker it is important to respect other attendees and not speak down to or over others. Interruptions and using overruling vetoes are both ways of alienating the people you are speaking to and not making them feel valued.

Having well prepared attendees will make the meeting much smoother and more fruitful. Make sure they have information that is needed prior to the event so that they can make valid contributions and know the agenda. It will make those attending the meeting more likely to feel actively involved and able to make valid contributions. It is important to only send out essential information and not send out ridiculously long documents as this may put people off reading it all. The documents should be related back to the meeting agenda or made obvious how it is relevant so that attendees are not left confused about the purpose of the meeting.

They should prepare not confuse the attendees.

In the meetings themselves everyone should also be kept involved. One person should not dominate the whole discussion and let the others fade into the background. Make it clear that you want everyone’s participation and input and ask others to get involved if needed.

A simple ‘round-robin’ technique (going round the room for ideas or opinions) is a good way of ensuring no one slipping under the radar.

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TOP TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS HAVE A CLEAR OBJECTIVE “The most important piece of advice we would give is to do your research. Create a clear vision of what you are looking to achieve from your event, and write a list of pros and cons for every aspect of the day, but be ready to compromise to get the right venue for you.”

The Monastery Manchester “When choosing a suitable venue have clear expectations of what you want to achieve from the meeting or event. The quality of the experience you want the delegates/guests to have and make this clear to the venue from the start so you can ensure the experience is unique.”

The Birmingham Repertory Theatre “Have a clear objective of what you want to achieve from your event” Coombe Abbey Hotel “To understand your objectives – what are you trying to achieve with this event, and spatial awareness – we recommend any event organiser visits the venue in advance to understand room capacities; layout preferences of the rooms and geography of the building. We do hand out our 10 step guide to planning a successful event to all event organisers.”

Saïd Business School “The most important piece of advice would be to think carefully about what you want to achieve. Start with a clear goal in mind (even though this might shift slightly during course of planning process). Ask yourself how you want delegates/guests to feel when they leave and what you want them to take away from the event.”

Ascot Racecourse

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USE THE HELP PROVIDED “Make sure the client has all the information when they make the initial enquiry/call.”

Daresbury Park Hotel “Have confidence in and take advice from your venue correspondent.

Their staff know the possibilities and limitations of the venue and can be a real mine of information which is invaluable in taking some of the stress out of the organisation.”

Greetham Valley “Make sure that you have a good understanding of your event and have an open communication with the venue” The Royal Society “Think outside the box. Make your event like no other – ultimately, that’s what will make a lasting impression on your visitors and keep them coming back. Utilise the experts. When it comes to AV it is best to use the professionals. Giving a presentation or a speech can be stressful so we always advise using our friends at Peachy Event Services to run larger conferences ensuring a smooth delivery and good impression.”

Lincolnshire Showground

Venues spend day in and day out throwing events of all shapes and sizes so they have a great insight as to what makes an event a real success. We’ve compiled some of their top tips and helpful advice about hosting effective and inspiring events, meetings and conferences.

PLANNING AND DETAIL “Make sure you pay attention to detail and that the information that you pass to the hotel is all accurate.”

Mercure Peebles Barony Castle “Start organising earlier than you think; trying to collect information from delegates about requirements, or about exhibitor needs, can take a lot longer than you expect- even if you already expect it to take a long time.

This makes life easier for you and you’ll be the best friend of your venue contact for it.”

The Kia Oval “Think of location – to commence promptly ensure all attendees will be able to locate the property easily by all modes of transport – train, car, coach, bus and by foot and ensure that the event space is ample in size to allow the attendees to move freely around the room so they are at ease and made to feel comfortable.”

Novotel Bristol Centre

“Although this seems like a bit of a no-brainer, always remember to think about your key requirements before contacting a venue – how many anticipated guests, what style of event, preferred date and timings.

Venues will then be able to assess quickly if it is something they can do and limit any disappointment.”

St Martin-in-the-Fields

“Properly research the options available and understand their own event and its purpose in order to find the suitable venue.”

Novotel Sheffield Centre “If I had to choose just one piece of advice I would have to say, be open minded when looking for a venue and don’t always go for the obvious.

Do your research and try something different, even if it means escaping the hustle and bustle of the city.”

New Forest Hotels

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TO THE DIRECT BOOKER We promise to deliver the experience you want with connectivity as a given.

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INNOVATIVE MEETING IDEAS STAY TECH-SAVVY In the modern world it seems that technology touches every part of day-to-day life and we have become accustomed to information feeling personalised specifically to us. You only have to look as far as social media or advertising for this to be evident. Consequently we feel that in 2018 data science and analysis will be the key factor in keeping meetings and conferences innovative and current. This is due to the fact it ties in with many technological trends which have been emerging and also because these call for greater and more effective tailoring towards the clients. Developments within second screen technology allow data to be collected and analysed in meetings themselves.

Second screen has three basic criteria: connectivity, app functionality and the possession of a screen.

So nowadays these can be used in many ways in meetings from polling and surveys to virtual Q & A’s.

It also allows attendees to have an input regardless of the size of the meeting and if they are the speaker or not.

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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES INTERNET OF THINGS One way we can see this happening is through what is known as the ‘Internet of Things’. Any device that is able to connect and disconnect to the internet comes under this category but it is increasingly being used to define objects that can ‘talk’ to each other. This seems to be applying to more and more devices. However for businesses this means that, when they hold events or meetings, technology can be used to enhance the client’s experience. For instance, sensors and cameras can be linked to the internet and used to notify the location when VIP’s enter the building therefore meaning the hospitality and professionalism can be kept to the highest standard. Another common use of these types of device is how it can be used to maintain a comfortable environment in which to work effectively. For instance sensors can be installed which regulate themselves by adjusting the heating and lighting depending on the room conditions. This can give greater control to those hiring the rooms as they can then predetermine the conditions depending on their individual wants and needs.

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Virtual reality is another growing trend among businesses especially when hosting meetings and conferences. This has been a trend which has been acknowledged the past few years and is slowly being implemented on a more broad scale. However, it seems to be a trend which has still got a lot of room to develop as it is only implemented in a few instances. The ease of access to technology which can generate 360 imagery and augmented reality means these will be key ways in which meetings will be made more dynamic in the up and coming years. It also is a versatile device which can be utilised by a range of businesses as VR can include a variety of options such as virtual tours, architecture design ideas, site selection, new ways of prototyping and helping people decide on meeting spaces. Livestreaming also seems to be progressively becoming a larger feature in events and businesses generally and also ties in with VR. People are able to come together virtually through the use of livestreaming and work on projects together.

New trends concerning how meetings and conferences are being held, organised and attended continue to emerge as the years go on. With new generations and technology making waves in the business world, events must also adapt and change. Here we look at a few ways your events can be kept current and stimulating regardless of its size

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BY USING CHATBOTS Chatbots are another way in which the growth of technology and the internet are being used. It does seem that the future of artificial intelligence is in conversation and chatbots cultivate this in a very practical way. The use of voice recognition is rapidly becoming a greater and greater feature of modern day life.

It means that people who are constantly on the move and busy are able to work and gather information more effectively as they can simply talk into a device. It also means menial, timeconsuming jobs will become almost obsolete and consequently will be able to focus their attention on the more challenging aspects of business. For instance, scheduling meetings can now be done by an administrative bot called X.ai. This app means that simply by forwarding a meeting request email to the bot the meeting will get arranged by X.ai to email back and forth with the client in your place. Bots such as these will hopefully allow for the streamlining of many businesses as it can make processes such as booking events, transport and congregating people for a meeting easier and more effective.

While it is not a new phenomenon, having been around in rudimentary forms since the 60s, it is in 2017 that is going to really take off and become an integral part of business.

THE ‘WHY’ OF MEETINGS Another trend for 2018 will be answering the ‘why’ of meetings. This is the idea that as businesses have increasing numbers of Millennials entering the workplace there has been a tendency to tarnish them with the same brush. Therefore this means meetings and conference need to start customising their events in order to entice people in a more unique and personal way. It’s all about answering the question ‘why is this meeting important for me?’ Capturing the audience’s attention and making them feel like a priority will also lead to more productive and interactive meetings as they have an active desire to be there. A one size fits all approach is no longer going to work. This can also be achieved somewhat by finding a niche selling point and offering a genuine culture of inclusivity. The myth that millennials do not value face to face interaction seem to be just that – a myth. If everything feels generalised and impersonal it will deter people.

The exponential growth of technology in business means that people are feeling more connected to devices and disconnected from other people. Therefore a lot of clients are looking for more rounded experiences in order to allow for more interaction and team building. This is clear by the rise of business ‘festivals’ around the globe. These show the combination of business and creativity in order to keep attendees interested and to add different dynamics to the meeting itself. In another way this can also be seen by the increasing use of traditionally music venues to host conferences and meetings as it adds another element to the meeting as performances can be held again to keep attendees attentive. Furthermore, companies are increasingly trying to use social media as a way of connecting people and enhancing face to face interaction. There are now new sites and apps that businesses use which can be used to virtually link people up and arrange real life meet up points and interaction sites. This location can then act as a real life ‘newsfeed’ and also a point of convergence.

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Only a stone’s throw from Manchester’s most exclusive shopping areas, restaurants and theatres, Great John Street oozes individuality in design and experience. Originally a Victorian school house, it has been transformed into a luxury townhouse hotel with several areas that are available for meetings and conferences.

Tel: 0161 831 3211 Email: RuthPollitt@eclectichotels.com

Formally an Italian renaissance building, this ‘baby grand’ hotel has a range of meeting spaces; The Mezzanine Lounge, First floor Work & Social Hubs, Sixth floor South Terrace and Lounge (with incomparable views across Manchester), makes this unique venue a desirable, flexible space for a small intimate meeting to a large conference for up to 150.

Tel: 0161 667 0707 Email: RFoster@eclectichotels.com

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Also in Didsbury, Eleven Didsbury Park is an exclusive Victorian townhouse and a statement of eclectic design.

Located just 15 minutes drive from Manchester airport and city centre, it is the perfect relaxing alternative to the hustle and bustle of airport hotels and city centre. All or part of the hotel can be hired exclusively.

Tel: 0161 448 7711 Email: EGill@eclectichotels.com

Dids b u ry - So u th Manchest er

Didsbury House is a luxury Victorian townhouse, located in the leafy suburb of Didsbury.

Two meeting rooms are available; The Boardroom: For up to 20 people and The Den: For meetings up to 10 people, with glass double doors opening up to the outdoor terrace.

Tel: 0161 448 2200 Email: EGill@eclectichotels.com

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For help finding the perfect venue for your event call Conferences UK on 0845 351 9917 or visit us online at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

We’ll help find you the venue that’s right for you at the best possible price.

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PROBLEMS AND PITFALLS Many of the issues event planners may find themselves encountering can be avoidable.

Our venue experts highlight the common problems that can occur and offer their specialist insight on how best to avoid them.

“One of the most common mistakes we see is dinner organisers not having a seating plan, although free seating is great for some events this adds additional time to service and often results in the program being pushed back.”

The Monastery Manchester “To allow refreshments to be served in the meeting room – this causes clutter, spillage, untidiness and often a distraction – it is always better to have a break away from the event space as this gives the attendees time to relax/mingle with their colleagues and reflect on the meeting so far.”

Novotel Bristol Centre “Making assumptions.”

The Royal Society

“Not being prepared with the key information to brief the venue so they can deliver and presuming things instead of confirming.”

The Birmingham Repertory Theatre “Overcoming time scales. An ideal lead time is typically one month prior to an event. This is when the organiser should start to send over information including dietary requirements, disability access, registration information and any materials to be included.”

Saïd Business School “Choosing a venue on price rather than on the quality and suitability of the venue to ensure the event objective is achieved.”

Coombe Abbey Hotel

“Not having a clear idea on the budget from the outset. Too many clients assume that their event can happen on a really limited budget, especially in the heart of a city like London. Not to say that there is never a chance for a deal; just to be more realistic when thinking not only the events location, but guest numbers and catering that’s required.”

St Martin-in-the-Fields

“Have a contingency plan. It doesn’t matter how well an event is planned, it is always worth having a plan B, especially if your event is weather dependent. We host more than 300 events a year, and a proportion of those are outside. We always advise to have some indoor space too, or cover to keep your visitors happy. Stay calm! There is always one thing that doesn’t quite go to plan or changes at the last minute..”

Lincolnshire Showground

“Offer a unique destination for your event so you can leave a lasting impression on your delegates. Choose a venue that will stay firm in their memory and more importantly firmly entrench the messages that you deliver on the day into their minds for a longer period of time.”

Manchester City Football Club

“Not having a clear vision or goal at the outset. Another common mistake is involving too many people from the organisation – each with their own thoughts and ideas which results in an event which is designed by committee. A classic case of: ‘too many cooks spoil the broth’!”

Ascot Racecourse

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London We are here

02380 286216 | www.newforesthotels.co.uk conferences@newforesthotels.co.uk

Bartley Lodge Hotel

Forest Lodge Hotel

Set in an impressive eight acres of grounds with a meandering driveway, our elegant Grade II listed former hunting lodge oozes charm, character and personality. Complete with chandeliers and direct access to our gorgeous terrace and grounds, the grandeur of our 18th century oak-panelled Baronial Hall is quite simply spectacular for hosting corporate events. Our beautiful high-ceilinged Wedgewood Blue Crystal Restaurant is also just as grand as it sounds offering delegates award-winning food and exceptional service.

Formerly a Georgian Dower House of the Northerwood Estate our contemporary townhouse has recently been refurbished and now offers somewhere light, bright and airy for holding corporate meetings and events. Bold fabrics with a mix of vibrant and refreshing colours, creates a warm and welcoming ambience. From barbeques to rustic boards, delegates will enjoy a real taste of the New Forest and for those staying overnight, dinner in our new award-winning brasserie is sure to impress.

Beaulieu Hotel

Moorhill House Hotel

Our forest retreat and former coaching inn is set in the middle of vast open heathlands and offers complete seclusion for delegates escaping the hustle and bustle of city life. Stylish, bright and airy our Beaulieu Suite offers one of the largest meeting and events spaces in the area hosting up to 250 delegates, however if you’re looking for something a little more low-key our conference rooms offer flexibility in size and can be configured to suit your event with the help of our friendly and dedicated conference team.

Our village hideaway and 17th century hotel nestled in the heart of the woodlands is truly something rather charming. Spacious and stylish our Burley room also offers plenty of natural daylight from floor-toceiling windows looking out into beautiful gardens. Its sweeping lawn and direct access to the vast National Park make it a place to embrace outdoor activities and country pursuits. You’ll almost be certain to come across the New Forest ponies when visiting this idyllic venue.

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02380 286126 | www.burleymanor.com conferences@newforesthotels.co.uk

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Set in spectacular surroundings with 40 beautiful boutique rooms, stunning Mediterranean inspired dishes & a new superbly converted barn, we’re perfect for meetings, events, team building experiences & corporate retreats in the New Forest.

Spacious & flexible enough to welcome up to 100 guests, the barn’s beamed vaulted ceilings produce an airy & bright atmosphere with stunning floor-to-ceiling traditional brick chimneys adding warmth in winter.

From rustic sharing boards & tapas platters, to Mediterranean inspired BBQ’s, our kitchen is at the heart of everything that we do.

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HISTORICAL VENUES AND EVENTS OAKLEY HALL Built in 1795, Oakley Hall has a distinguished and fascinating past. The author Jane Austen lived in the nearby village of Steventon until she was 25, and as a friend of the Bramston family – the then owners – she was a frequent visitor to Oakley Hall and it is mentioned fondly in Austen’s letters to her sister Cassandra. One of our current function & meeting rooms – The Library, is still home to hundreds historical books and novels dating back to the 1940’s.

THE KIA OVAL Played host to the first ever FA cup final in 1872. Back in the day, the match was played between the Wanderers and the Royal Engineers. 2,000 people attended and the Wanderers took the glory with a 1–0 victory.

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Conferences UK works with the best meeting venues in the UK. This year we asked them to tell us about some of the unique and historical events that had taken place at their venues.

There were so many to share that we have published a selection in our guide and you can find the rest on our social media pages.

FARNHAM CASTLE A multi-national social media company hosted a 24 hour ‘blue sky’ thinking event at Farnham Castle. The entire Castle was taken over when approx. 100 people and laptops started a full day and night quest to come up with the next ‘big thing’ in social media. After a medieval styled evening banquet, they worked all night sitting on beanbags in every part of the castle, and left the following morning after a full breakfast.

ST MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS This venue is rich in history. The Desmond Tutu room marks St Martin’s involvement in the Anti-apartheid movement. Archbishop Tutu blessed the room when he visited in 2008.

More recently the venue has hosted a lot of government associated conferences on postBrexit, featuring members of the government speaking.

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SAID BUSINESS SCHOOL Every year this venue holds the Skoll World Forum for over 1000 delegates. Bringing together creative and ambitious leaders, thinkers, artists, and innovators to inspire and challenge each other in entrepreneurial approaches to global challenges.

THE ROYAL SOCIETY The Royal Society has a long tradition of hosting evening receptions to display new scientific findings and exhibitions, known as the Soirees. One example is the Rontgen-ray images which was showcased on the 6th May 1896, where visitors could have their bones revealed and printed for the first time.

Even hidden objects were printed, such as the coins in a purse. Today, the Soiree tradition continues and is held annually at the Royal Society over two nights in July, which still showcases exciting, cuttingedge scientific discoveries and experiments from across the UK.

ONE GREAT GEORGE ST Feature films including, Bridget Jones: Edge of Reason and Starter for 10 filmed scenes within this venue. More recently it has been used as a communications room for international journalists when the venue housed the London Media Centre for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Recently the following fashion houses showcased their seasonal collections in London Fashion Week here; L’Wren Scott, Alice Temperly, and Antonio Berardi.

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For help finding the perfect venue for your event call Conferences UK on 0845 351 9917 or visit us online at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

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WHAT MAKES AN EFFECTIVE PA? TAKE CHARGE While experience is always a desirable characteristic of a good PA there are other ways to stand out. Many bosses have said that the role of a PA is much the same as chief of staff. They must be comfortable and confident enough to be able to take on more responsibility and stand in for their bosses when necessary. This means they must be indispensable to their bosses and have a desire to learn and adapt accordingly. Linked to this is a capability with managing budgets and having a good understanding of finances generally.

This is one way an ability to take charge really shines through and will impress the boss.

KEEP CURRENT Also fundamentally a good PA will be upto-date with any current global or business knowledge. This is important both for the social side of business (like greeting clients) and also to understand what may be going on to affect the business. To many clients the PA is the face of the business as it is them who they interact with. This means being able to talk about interesting and current events is a great way to leave a good impression on clients.

Staying current also relates to technology and any advances that are occurring as the ability to effectively navigate the internet and computers is very important. A key part of the job is research and good organisation, much of which will take place on the computer.

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STAY PERSONABLE BUT PROFESSIONAL Another key attribute of an exceptional PA is having excellent people skills and ability to build relationships with people across the business they work in – from the very top levels to the very bottom. Also many PA’s are relied upon to keep out of any workplace conflict and also smooth over issues concerning other members of the workforce. Keeping good relations with other members of staff is also fundamental as in many instances PA’s are relied upon to train them and introduce them into the team. These good people skills should also be true of a PA’s relationship with their boss. It must be coupled with trust and the ability to keep matters confidential. This should be true of both business and personal matters.

Keeping a good relationship will also allow a good PA to be able to ‘read’ their boss in order to know what they want or need without necessarily being told explicitly. A sincere relationship will go a long way in showing great PA skills.

Being a PA is a tough job as it involves knowing what more than one person needs and wants at any given time. Here we look at ways in which you can stand out by going the extra mile and, in the process, make yourself indispensable in the workplace.

EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS The number one question that should always be running through a great PA’s mind is: ‘What needs to be done?’ This allows the boss to see that doing a good job is always the number one priority and shows an ability to work both efficiently and effectively. This means the job will be done quickly and correctly. It also means that a stand-out PA must be able to correctly assess when it is appropriate to use their own initiative and when it would be more fruitful to work with others and ask for help. Therefore being a team player is a key quality as you must be able to accept and offer help to others.

Also it’s useful to remember that everyone makes mistakes and therefore owning up to these quickly to get them fixed effectively is an admirable quality to have.

Good time management and the ability to multi-task are also absolutely crucial as PA’s have many tasks on the go at once and must subsequently be able to juggle these without losing focus or standard. Hence, being able to think on your feet and work under pressure are vital. This is also because in a business priorities are constantly shifting and PA’s must be able to deal with this. Organisation will play a large role in this as fast pace business environments call for forward thinking and attention to detail. It also is beneficial to have a good memory so that a boss does not have to repeat themselves: it’s always a good idea to keep notes on the go.

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Milton Keynes

M1 Luton Hoo Hotel Golf Stevenage & Spa

Luton Oxford

M1 M40

M4

M11

M25 Watford

London

Reading

Tylney Hall Hotel

Bishop’s Stortford

A1

Heathrow Airport

M25

M25

Dartford

Croydon

Basingstoke

M25 Guildford

M3

M23 Gatwick Airport

A3

A24

A23

Maidstone Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club

A22

Royal Tunbridge Wells A21

Southampton Portsmouth

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The Grand Hotel

Brighton Eastbourne

Hastings

M20 Folkestone

WE L C O M E TO T H E W O R L D O F E L IT E It’s the small things at Elite that make a big difference, like friendly, helpful staff who have a genuine understanding of what constitutes a successful meeting, to a simple nod from the doorman when you arrive.

The more obvious elements, like inspiring architecture and natural daylight in the meeting rooms, views out to the English countryside or tranquil sea, complimentary car parking and Wi-Fi, come as standard with any venue … don’t they?

ASHDOWN PARK HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB

LUTON HOO HOTEL, GOLF & SPA

TYLNEY HALL HOTEL, HAMPSHIRE

THE GRAND HOTEL EASTBOURNE

106 Bedrooms

228 Bedrooms

112 Bedrooms

152 Bedrooms

160 maximum Theatre 96 maximum Cabaret 150 maximum Private Dining

340 maximum Theatre 170 maximum Cabaret 280 maximum Private Dining

120 maximum Theatre 180 maximum Cabaret 121 maximum Private Dining

300 maximum Theatre 120 maximum Cabaret 200 maximum Private Dining

18 hole par-3 Golf Course

18 hole par-73 Golf Course

Adjacent Golf Course

Location - 30 minutes to Gatwick Airport and under an hour from Heathrow Airport, London & Ebbsfleet Eurostar

Location - 5 minutes from Luton Airport and M1, 40 minutes from Heathrow Airport, direct links to London St. Pancras

Location - 5 minutes from the M3 and close to the M4, just 40 minutes from central London and Heathrow Airport

On the doorstep of South Downs National Park Location - Just 90 minutes from central London, and under 1 hour from Gatwick Airport

www.elitehotels.co.uk DISTINCTIVE EXPERIENCES

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For help finding the perfect venue for your event call Conferences UK on 0845 351 9917 or visit us online at www.conferences-uk.org.uk

We’ll help find you the venue that’s right for you at the best possible price.

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CONFERENCES UK Based in Didsbury, Manchester, Conferences UK is a venue finding agency which can help your search for events whether they are large and small. It was founded in 2005 in order to ease the process of finding suitable venues for all kinds of businesses all around the UK. We provide a free service and the aim is to connect as many clients and venues as possible.

A team of experienced and dedicated venue finders has been collected over the years, all of whom are passionate about helping others find the perfect venue to have their events.

No matter the type or size of event the team consistently approaches the venue search with the same enthusiasm, drive and professionalism.

We aim to find a selection of appropriate venues for all enquiries so that the client is able to choose the most suitable and appropriate space for their event. An in-depth knowledge of all the venues allows this team to be an essential aid in smoothing over the process of finding a great space for you.

While our principle area of pride is in the strength of our team, we have also developed an effective digital system in order to support our expert service.

Our website, www.conferences-uk.org.uk, features approximately 40,000 venue profiles both nationally and internationally which helps people quickly search for any appropriate venues. The proposal and management systems we have in place also allow us to process any enquiries to maximum efficiency.

FREE, SIMPLE TO USE SERVICE

WHAT DO OUR CLIENTS SAY?

1. Call us on 0845 351 9917 or contact us through www.conferences-uk.org. uk/contactus.asp

“Friendly, courteous, efficient and professional both on the phone and by email, explaining everything clearly and keepin g in good communication. I would definitely use this service again. Thank you so much.”

Lindy, 6th February 2017

2. Tell us what your requirements are.

3. We will get straight to work checking the availability of suitable venues.

4. We will negotiate hard on your behalf (we will even fight for free teas and coffees!).

5. We will send you a concise proposal with venue options that match your exact requirements including details of availability, pricing and most importantly savings.

6. We can arrange for a site visit, for you to inspect the venue if required.

7. We check the contracts for you.

8. We help you to complete the booking.

“Professional, accessible and efficient.“ Sissi, 30th January 2017 “I wish I had discovered Conferences UK earlier in my professional life. I have organised countless conferences and events in the last 30 years, and finding suitable venues has always been a huge challenge. Now that I have discovered Conferences UK I will definitely use them again in the future.”

Des, 4th May 2016 To see more of our client reviews visit our testimonials page. www.conferences-uk. org.uk/testimonials_list.asp

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Day Delegate Rates include: • Room hire • Three coffee and tea breaks • Lunch (buffet or restaurant) • Bottled mineral water and mints or sweets • Equipment – LCD and screen, and one flipchart. (equipment may vary at each hotel) • Delegate stationery • Complimentary wifi for the organiser • Dedicated hotel contact on the day of the event

Residential Rates include: • Day delegate rate inclusions • Dinner • Complimentary bedroom upgrade for organiser/facilitator • Full English breakfast Complimentary wifi for the organiser • Complimentary use of leisure facilities (available at certain hotels)

To make an enquiry, email meetings.eu@millenniumhotels.com or call 0845 30 20002 www.millenniumhotels.com

Meetings and Events Service Delivery Promise 1. All enquiries will be responded to within two hours of receipt, during normal working hours.

2. The organiser will receive confirmation of their event details via an email proposal, within 24 hours.

3. No hidden costs will be applied to your event; charges will be clearly explained and detailed in your proposal.

4. A contract with terms and conditions will be sent to the organiser, detailing all final requirements and charges.

5. A dedicated event host will meet you on arrival and be on hand throughout your event.

6. No charges will be added to your bill unless they have either been agreed prior to arrival or have been supported with an authorised signature.

7. A member of the events team will conduct a full debrief after your event.

8. Meeting rooms will be secured whenever required, unless prevented by health and safety regulations.

9. An accurate invoice will be sent, no later than three working days after departure.

10. All event details will be looked after by our specialist event representatives.

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CONFERENCES UK MEET THE TEAM BACKGROUND Simon is a serial entrepreneur and he has founded a number of successful businesses. His passion for events began while studying for a degree in Tourism Management and ultimately led to him launching Conferences UK in 2005.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB I’m now surrounded by talented people who really enjoy their work which means I can focus on developing the business. It’s great to work with people who really enjoy what they do!

TOP MONEY SAVING TIP Always negotiate on price. It seems like a simple piece of advice but people often don’t and miss out on savings. Also never take the price of a cup of tea for granted! Catering costs can mount up and it is as important to negotiate on the prices of items that seem peripheral as it is on the core costs of the venue.

BACKGROUND Jayne is an events industry expert, with over 12 years of experience in the sector. A key member of the team, she has been with the company for over six years.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB Helping customers to find the best meeting venue for their requirements is immensely satisfying, particularly when they realise the service is free and how much money I am able to save them.

TOP MONEY SAVING TIP Always take a look at the breakdown packages, as they can work out cheaper than a day delegate rate. I always do this on behalf of my customers and it often results in a saving for them. People are often time pressured and don’t get time to make the comparison – this is really where an experienced venue finder can help.

FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE I particularly like the ME Hotel in London with its ultra modern design and facilities.

SIMON THOMPSON MANAGING DIRECTOR

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JAYNE WINSTANLEY VENUE FINDER

BACKGROUND Niamh joined Conferences UK in 2017 and is currently studying Event Management at Manchester Metropolitan University.

BACKGROUND Joined us in 2017 and is studying Events Management at Manchester Metropolitan University.

FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE Marriott Victoria and Albert Hotel. Both the reservations and MICE staff are always happy to help with any requirements that we or our clients have regarding bedrooms or conference spaces.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB Working with a vast variety of clients and conferences across all industries is one of the best things in my opinion. No enquiry or client are the same, which allows me to connect personally when creating a bespoke venue proposal for the events.

TOP MONEY SAVING TIP Always have a look on the Venue Deals page on our website, where you can find great deals from our partnered venues.

WHAT THE CLIENTS SAY “Fast and helpful, would recommend to others.”

Samuel 27-Jul-2017

NIAMH HILES VENUE FINDER

FAVOURITE CONFERENCE VENUE I really enjoy working with The Principle Manchester. The staff there really are fantastic no query is an issue and the team will always negotiate rates to get the best possible deals for my clients.

WHAT THE CLIENTS SAY “The service I received from Jessica was SUPERB!’’ Andrea 26-Jun-2017

JESSICA HALE VENUE FINDER

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CONFERENCES UK MEET THE TEAM BACKGROUND Richard is a well known figure within the meetings and events sector. He has been a key member of the Conferences UK team since 2009, having joined us from Kents Hill Park where he was the Director of Sales.

BACKGROUND Previously Sales Director at Hanover International, Stan has managed key accounts at Conferences UK for several years and has been instrumental in the company’s continued growth.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB I am fortunate to have a really diverse range of clients, each one with very different needs. It has been really rewarding to build long term relationships with clients and be able to quantify the positive impact that Conferences UK has had for them.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB I get a real sense of reward from building strong relationships with our venue partners and helping them to build their business.

MONEY SAVING TIP Not everyone understands that using a third party agency such as Conferences UK is actually free. There is no cost associated with using the service and the customer benefits from the savings which our expert team of venue finders are able to achieve.

RICHARD NEWMAN REGIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER

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MONEY SAVING TIP The ‘cheapest’ deal often does not work out to be the cheapest. Check the small print to see what is included and what might end up as being extras on any day delegate package. This is an area where an agency like Conferences UK can really help, particularly when you are under time pressure to find a venue.

STAN POSNER REGIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER, VENUE PARTNERSHIPS

MAIN DUTIES I perform the day-to-day financial activities including the bank reconciliations, management of book debt, VAT returns, payroll and preparation of month end and annual accounts. I am responsible for checking targets and monitoring the performance of each department on a monthly basis and assist on the preparation of financial reporting including financial forecasts and reviewing annual budgets.

MAIN DUTIES I am responsible for welcoming visitors to the office and providing hospitality. I am also kept busy monitoring the office telephone system transferring calls to different departments in the office. As well as general administrative duties for the Conference side of the business I also help the Accounts department with sending out invoices and chasing outstanding ones.

BEST THING ABOUT YOUR JOB? I like my job because of the unpredictability each day brings and the variety of work I do between the different departments I work for. I never seem to quite know what head I will have on from one hour to the next which keeps me alert and makes my job so enjoyable, most of the time!

CLARE WEBSTER FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

JULIE HUMPHREY RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR

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ÂŁ3 million investment. Since 2014, Cedar Court Hotels have invested nearly ÂŁ3 million across the group.

We have refurbished over 60% of our bedrooms, created stylish meeting and event spaces at all hotels, launched new restaurants in Harrogate and Huddersfield and refurbished all health clubs.

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Cedar Court Leeds/Bradford • 17 Meeting rooms • 800 Maximum capacity • 131 bedrooms • Spacious conference foyer • Vehicle access to main room • 400 Car parking spaces • Full leisure facilities

Cedar Court Harrogate • 8 Meeting rooms • 350 Maximum capacity • 100 Bedrooms • Town centre location with view of the Stray • Private gardens • 150 Car parking spaces

Cedar Court Huddersfield/Halifax

Yorkshire’s leading independent hotel group Leeds/Bradford | Harrogate | Huddersfield/Halifax | Wakefield

• 15 Meeting rooms • 400 Maximum capacity • 113 Bedrooms • 250 Car parking spaces • Full leisure facilities • Excellent motorway access • New Grill [54] restaurant

Cedar Court Wakefield • 18 Meeting rooms • 500 Maximum capacity • 149 Bedrooms • 350 Car parking spaces • Full leisure facilities • Excellent motorway access • Landscaped gardens

Cedar Court Hotels operate four, conveniently located 4* hotels across Yorkshire. We have a total of 61 meeting rooms available, and offer some of the largest purpose built conference and event spaces in the region, all with natural daylight. All of our hotels offer extensive free car parking, free WIFI and competitive delegate rates and our experience in hosting large banqueting events is second to none.

Each hotel offers in excess of 100 bedrooms, many recently refurbished, and all hotels except Harrogate offer on-site leisure facilities including indoor pools and gyms.

Please visit www.cedarcourthotels.co.uk for further details or to contact the hotel of your choice.

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VENUES THE MIDLANDS Making up a large part of England, the Midlands clearly has a lot to offer.

While it houses some of the largest cities in the UK it also encompasses some of Britain’s most spectacular countryside. You can find the busy fastpace environment of England’s ‘second city’ Birmingham as well as many of England’s rural and cultural gems.

GROWING DEMAND

Birmingham is continually becoming more in demand in the MICE industry. Thanks to a lot of investment and redevelopment it now boasts fantastic new transport infrastructure, which, coupled with its central location, makes it an easy destination to reach no matter where in the country people are coming from.

However it is also growing as many start-up businesses are choosing it as their base while existing companies are moving from other cities into Birmingham.

This growth is occurring around the Midlands and makes it an exciting and innovative place to be. Couple this with its fantastic central location and it’s easy to see why it’s known as the ‘Heart of England’.

MORE TO OFFER

While Birmingham is a clear choice in this area, there are also other cities which are growing in demand.

Cities such as Nottingham, Leicester, Coventry, Wolverhampton and Stoke on Trent offer a great alternative if you want to hold an event in a big city. Lincoln, with its soaring, impressive cathedral visible for miles around, is also a popular choice.

The Midlands stunning countryside should also not take a backseat to the large cities on offer. By covering a range of landscapes from famous seaside resorts such as Skegness to the tranquility of the Forest of Dean, and parts of the hilly Peak District to the idyllic home town of William Shakespeare, Stratfordupon-Avon, it is clear the Midlands should not be overlooked.

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VENUES THE MIDLANDS VENUE ALBERT HALL CONFERENCE CENTRE BARNS HOTEL THE BEECHES BEST WESTERN TILLINGTON HALL HOTEL BIRMINGHAM CITY FOOTBALL CLUB THE BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE THE BOAT HOUSE AT ASTON MARINA BROWNSOVER HALL CARSINGTON WATER VISITOR CENTRE CONFERENCE ASTON COOMBE ABBEY HOTEL COPTHORNE HOTEL BIRMINGHAM CROWNE PLAZA NOTTINGHAM CURVE THEATRE DRAYTON MANOR PARK AND HOTEL DUNCHURCH PARK EDGBASTON STADIUM GRAND STATION GREETHAM VALLEY HOGARTHS SOLIHULL HOGARTHS STONE MANOR HOLIDAY INN CORBY HYATT REGENCY BIRMINGHAM INNOVATION BIRMINGHAM CAMPUS THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE, TELFORD KINGSGATE CONFERENCE CENTRE LEICESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB LEICESTER MARRIOTT HOTEL THE LINCOLN HOTEL LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND MAC BIRMINGHAM MERCURE BRANDON HALL HOTEL & SPA MERCURE DAVENTRY COURT HOTEL MERCURE LEICESTER THE GRAND HOTEL MERCURE WALTON HALL HOTEL & SPA

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NORTH CIRCUS STREET NOTTINGHAM NG1 5AA

T 0115 950 0411 E ENQUIRIES@ALBERTHALLNOTTINGHAM.COM W WWW.ALBERTHALLNOTTINGHAM.CO.UK

"Whether holding a large international conference or a small meeting or seminar, the Albert Hall Conference Centre offers the perfect setting to raise the profile of any event as it boasts first class service and unique wow factor."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

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ALBERT HALL CONFERENCE CENTRE Nottingham’s prestigious Albert Hall conference centre is located within the East Midlands and the vibrant heart of Nottingham city centre.

A magnificent grade II listed venue, purpose built in the 1900’s to provide the Cities meeting and entertainment requirements. Since then the venue has matured and been meticulously maintained and adapted to the changing business environment.

The venue comprises of the 750 capacity Great Hall and a further 10 conference rooms of varying sizes. The rooms are designed to be adaptable for a wide variety of conferences and events and are equipped with air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, blackout and natural daylight.

The venue is fully serviced by our professional in house conference team, where we excel in providing excellent quality food and customer

service. Our permanent fully qualified in house chefs provide all the catering requirements for the venue, and have a proven unblemished record in supplying consistent, timely and great tasting fresh food from our comprehensive range of menus. We also go out of our way to ensure all dietary requirements are catered for, ensuring every guest has a pleasant visit.

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For larger events we provide exclusive use of the conference centre, which provides added privacy and security for peace of mind. This also enables the branding and full promotion of the conference theme throughout the venue.

For further information, please visit our website www.alberthallnottingham.co.uk

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Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

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160

80

70

180

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34.4

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OSBORNE SUITE

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100

70

50

120

180

18.9

2.4

14.15

OSBORNE LOUNGE

70

36

30

28

50

70

13.4

4.29

6.27

BALMORAL GALLERY

70

36

30

28

40

48

12

2.9

5.5

CITY SUITE

70

36

30

28

40

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12

2.9

5.5

SYNDICATE ROOM 1

24

12

14

12

10

16

5.27

3.9

4.1

SYNDICATE ROOM 2

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12

14

12

10

16

5.27

3.9

4.1

SYNDICATE ROOM 3

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12

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4.1

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12

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CARDINGTON ROAD BEDFORD BEDFORDSHIRE MK44 3SA

T 01234 270044 E EVENTS@BARNSHOTELBEDFORD.CO.UK W BARNSHOTELBEDFORD.CO.UK

"A beautiful hotel situated on the outskirts of Bedfordshire who provide an experienced team committed to making your event or meeting a success."

ZOE O'CONNELL

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BARNS HOTEL The Barns Hotel is a 4 star riverside hotel located on the outskirts of Bedford, conveniently located on the main motorway network; just 10 miles from the M1 and 8 miles from the A1. Set in three acres of landscaped grounds, Barns Hotel combines historic charm with modern facilities, making it the ideal MICE venue.

overlooking the river. There are also two bright conference rooms, Northill and Southill Suites which are both equipped with modern facilities including HD screens.

Barns Hotel also boasts 49 bedrooms, 100 parking spaces and an award-winning wine list.

Hotel • Dining • Events

Barns has four purpose-built meeting spaces which provide the flexibility for different layouts.

The 13th Century Tithe Barn, complete with timber frames is our largest function room and can comfortably accommodate up to 120 delegates. The Barn has direct access onto our landscaped lawn and patio, providing the perfect break out space for a team building activity. Within the hotel is the Riverside Tavern, a recently refurbished fresh and full of natural light meeting room with capacity for up to 35 delegates and doors out on to the terrace

MEETING ROOM

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BOARDROOM

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W (M)

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5.8

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5.8

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76 SELLY OAK ROAD BOURNVILLE BIRMINGHAM B30 1LS

T 0121 433 3311 E RESERVATIONS1.BEECHES@CHARTRIDGE.CO.UK W CHARTRIDGEVENUES.COM/THE-BEECHES/

"Fantastic venue just a short walk from Bournville train station, with 22 meeting rooms and delegate packages which can be customised to suit your needs."

NIAMH HILES

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THE BEECHES Originally built by the Cadbury family in the early 1900s, The Beeches is easily accessible and located in the model village of Bournville, with plenty of free parking.

Close to the oasis of Bournville Park, The Beeches is set within five acres of grounds, in a garden suburb within the boundary of the City of Birmingham. Yet only a few miles from the City, M5, M6 and M42, this venue offers an ideal setting for conferences, meetings and events.

22 versatile rooms, with natural daylight, of all shapes and sizes offer flexibility to meet all of your needs.

The day delegate package includes stationery, toolbox, LCD projector, screen, flip chart, unlimited coffee, lattés, cappuccinos, tea, mineral water, sweets and home baked goodies. There is

an AV professional on-site. All of this as well as a 2 course hot and cold buffet lunch and naturally, free Wi-Fi throughout.

The 24hr delegate package includes all of the above plus evening dining, accommodation and an absolutely delicious breakfast with a choice of fruit, yogurt, cereals, pastries, cheese or full English.

As well as standard packages, The Beeches can customise these to suit your requirements. Rooms can also be booked on a half-day or hourly basis, subject to availability.

Friendly and efficient service ensures your stay will be exceptional and if you’re looking for somewhere to relax with a drink from the bar or enjoy a delicious meal freshly prepared by experienced in-house chefs, The Beeches is the place for you.

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Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

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100

48

40

30

CEDAR SUITE

90

36

35

28

OAK AND CEDAR

275

96

70

60

SYCAMORE SUITE

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36

35

MAPLE SUITE

40

24

MEETING ROOMS 6, 7, 8, 9

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ACORN SUITE

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LAUREL SUITE

50

BIRCH SUITE CARILLON SUITE

CABARET

BANQUET

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H (M)

W (M)

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3

9.4

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40

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3

9

26

20

24

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9

2.2

5.5

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10

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4.6

2.2

24

25

20

32

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2.2

5.5

27

28

20

32

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7.3

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15

16

16

20

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2.2

5.6

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40

30

24

40

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10

2.7

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ECCLESHALL ROAD, STAFFORD STAFFORDSHIRE ST16 1JJ

T 01785 253531 E SALES@TILLINGTONHALL.CO.UK W WWW.TILLINGTONHALL.CO.UK

"Tillington Hall Hotel offers a tranquil and peaceful backdrop for your event in the heart of the country."

NIAMH HILES

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BEST WESTERN TILLINGTON HALL HOTEL Our homely hotel has a choice of smartly appointed conference spaces. From one-to-one meeting rooms through to large presentation areas that will wow up to 300 people, our venues are highly flexible with layout options to suit your suits!

• 91 bedrooms all with Sky TV

The majority of rooms have air conditioning and natural daylight, and all have finger-touch lighting and built-in electronic screens. And for a little privacy with your presentation, the Royal Suite has its own entrance, reception desk, bar and lounge.

• Free customer car-parking

• 9 meeting rooms • Less than 1 mile from M6 / J14 • Less than 2 miles from Stafford Train Station • Free Wi-Fi throughout

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

MEETING ROOM

300

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

GARDEN

300

150

75

75

150

200

14.3

2.28

25.6

MAPLE

60

36

28

24

36

40

9.8

2.28

5.8

ROYAL

180

90

50

55

90

140

16

3.1

9.7

KINGS

75

45

28

38

45

72

8

3.1

9.7

QUEENS

75

45

28

38

45

72

8

3.1

9.7

WEDGEWOOD

75

40

34

34

60

–

9.14

2.68

7.62

SANDON

50

30

25

34

30

35

9.8

2.28

5.8

KNIGHTS

60

36

28

29

36

–

7.9

2.5

8.10

ASHBOURNE

15

8

10

9

–

–

–

–

–

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ST. ANDREW’S CATTELL ROAD BIRMINGHAM B9 4RL

T 0121 202 5282 E CONFERENCES@BCFC.COM W WWW.BCFC.COM

"This venue is always willing to go that extra mile to ensure your event is a real success."

ZOE O'CONNELL

50 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

BIRMINGHAM CITY FOOTBALL CLUB Here at St. Andrew’s we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class events service for all of our clients and understand that your unique events need special thought, time and effort.

With nine suites and seventeen executive boxes available for private hire, you will find the ideal suite to host your unique event from an exhibition or conference to a personal interview or board meeting.

By tailoring the event to your needs, our events offer a range of mouth-watering menus from finger buffets to four-course sit down dinners and all menus can be tailored to meet specific tastes and budgets. All of our dishes are prepared by our award winning in-house catering team using the freshest, finest ingredients.

Suites available:

We understand that planning an event can be stressful so we will ensure that you receive the highest level of professional help and support.

From your initial enquiry to the smallest details on the day, your own designated event organiser will guarantee the smooth running and success of your event.

MEETING ROOM

• Legends Lounge • Jasper Carrott Suite • The Boardroom • The Boardroom Club • International Suite • The City Room • Executive Boxes

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

• Wiseman Suite • Bar 8 • Captain’s Club

350

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

LEGENDS’ LOUNGE

350

160

70

50

225

220

21.4

2.8

W (M) 12

JASPER CARROTT SUITE

150

50

60

50

150

150

18

2.5

12.4

THE BOARDROOM

60

20

36

24

50

50

10

2.8

7

THE BOARDROOM CLUB

–

–

–

–

–

–

18

2.8

5.4

INTERNATIONAL SUITE

100

50

35

36

80

80

18.6

2.8

6

THE CITY ROOM

100

50

35

25

80

80

15.2

2.8

6

WISEMAN SUITE

120

30

40

25

80

–

12.6

2.8

8.6

CAPTAIN’S CLUB

40

30

20

–

–

–

9.4

2.5

8.6

EXECUTIVE BOXES

–

–

12

–

–

–

–

–

–

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ASTON MARINA LICHFIELD ROAD (A51) STONE STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8QU

T 01785 819702 E INFO@ASTONMARINA.CO.UK W WWW.ASTONMARINA.CO.UK

"This venue offers a breathtaking backdrop for your conference or event."

NIAMH HILES

52 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

THE BOAT HOUSE AT ASTON MARINA Here at Aston Marina we have created an idyllic location that delivers superb conference and events facilities in a tranquil waterside retreat – perfect for creating the right ambiance for an inspirational & memorable meeting or event.

Key features include:

The Boat House offers delegates breath taking views of the marina, whilst providing a light, airy and contemporary meeting space, with unrivaled individuality & modern business amenities.

• Award winning chefs with the ability to create bespoke menus, individually tailored to your event

We also have the benefit of extensive grounds and beautifully manicured gardens that offer breathtaking views – perfect for team building events.

• Flexible seating plans, accommodating up to 180 delegates • Beautifully manicured gardens, perfect for team building events

• Extensive and varied pre designed menus, including traditional three course menus, Barbeque and Afternoon Tea Our passion is to deliver outstanding food and service, whatever the event.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

MEETING ROOM THE BOAT HOUSE

180

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

112

54

20

29

78

150

19.3

2.6

9.95

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 53

CENTENARY SQUARE BROAD STREET BIRMINGHAM B1 2EP

T 0121 245 2024 E THESPACES@BIRMINGHAM-REP.CO.UK W WWW.BIRMINGHAM-REP.CO.UK

"The Birmingham Repertory Theatre has a well deserved reputation for delivering successful events."

CARL BRINDLEY

54 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

THE BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE The REP has a wide range of spaces with a dramatic twist for conference and event planners to host their events in the heart of Birmingham.

All major train stations are within walking distance, with easy access from the M5 and M6 and with nearby parking.

The REP is renowned for its programme of theatrical events year round, however since the refurbishment there are now three purpose built, stylish and flexible meeting rooms to host meetings, conferences, networking events and exhibitions for up to 200 delegates. All have natural daylight, the latest audio visual facilities and stunning views over Centenary Square.

The space transforms from meeting space in the day to intimate banqueting space in the evening creating the scene for a perfectly rehearsed event.

This first class venue has three separate auditoria with all the technology required to stage conferences, with the largest of the three seating 800 delegates. The two smaller theatres have retractable seating which provides event organisers with a blank canvas to stage team building events or fully themed dinners. With ground floor access, cars can be driven into the staging areas to create a spectacular back drop.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

800

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

THE HOUSE AUDITORIUM

800

–

–

THE STUDIO AUDITORIUM

300

–

–

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

–

240

–

–

–

–

160

240

21.2

6.9

16.1

THE DOOR AUDITORIUM

140

–

–

–

40

100

14.9

8.4

10.4

THE SUITES

200

50

58

58

90

140

24

2.7

7

SUITE 1

70

15

20

20

30

40

8

2.7

7

SUITE 2

70

15

20

20

30

40

8

2.7

7

SUITE 3

70

15

20

20

30

40

8

2.7

7

BURMAN

–

–

12

–

–

12

–

–

–

WINTERINGHAM

–

–

5

–

–

15

–

–

–

FOH 1

–

–

2

–

–

2

–

–

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 55

OLD BROWNSOVER RUGBY WARWICKSHIRE CV21 1HU

T 01788 546100 E EVENTS@BROWNSOVERHALL.CO.UK W WWW.BROWNSOVERHALL.CO.UK

"Each room in Brownsover Hall hotel exudes its own unique character features, coupled with multi-media projection and natural daylight."

ZOE O'CONNELL

56 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

BROWNSOVER HALL Brownsover Hall hotel is a charming grade II listed Victorian Gothic mansion, home to 47 bedrooms and complemented by spacious meeting facilities.

Located on the outskirts of Rugby, Brownsover Hall has close connections to the M1 and M6 making it an easily accessible location for your meeting.

Brownsover Hall is perfect for residential meetings and team building days. Surrounding the hotel is seven acres of secluded grounds that can accommodate marquees, live entertainment and various activities.

Brownsover Hall has three flexible ground floor meeting rooms, all equipped with multi-media projection, an abundance of natural daylight and complimentary WiFi access. The largest meeting room can comfortably accommodate up to 70 delegates and benefits from large windows overlooking the gardens.

MEETING ROOM

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

70

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

THE DRAWING ROOM

70

36

40

32

35

70

11

4.5

W (M) 6.9

THE LIBRARY

50

20

22

20

20

30

7.7

3.2

5.6

THE STUDY

–

–

12

–

–

12

5.8

3.2

4.1

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 57

NEAR ASHBOURNE DERBYSHIRE DE6 1ST

T 01629 540363 E CARSINGTON@NEWLEAFCATERING.CO.UK W WWW.VISITCARSINGTON.CO.UK

"With beautiful views, capable staff, wellequipped rooms and flexible arrangements, Carsington Water is a fantastic choice of business venue."

NIAMH HILES

58 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

CARSINGTON WATER VISITOR CENTRE Carsington Water is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and is perfectly positioned providing a conference and meeting venue with outstanding views and facilities.

If you are looking for a unique venue away from the office Carsington Water is ideal for meetings, conferences, corporate events, team building days and much more.

Our meeting rooms are bright and welcoming, providing a quiet environment to hold your meeting and each is equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, projector and screen, audio equipment, white board and flipchart.

MEETING ROOM

Our inclusive hospitality packages provide a flexible way to plan and budget for your day.

From teas and coffees, fresh fruit juices, Danish pastries or full English breakfasts to our two course lunch menu we can tailor your hospitality package to suit your requirements.

Our conference menus are designed and cooked fresh by our Head Chef Paul and his team and you can choose from a working buffet lunch or a two course meal in the licensed Mainsail Restaurant with stunning views across the water.

With a great central location, quick and easy booking and our friendly and efficient team Carsington Water is the perfect choice!

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

36

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE HENMORE ROOM

36

16

24

22

–

–

9.8

2.87

4.7

THE HAYES ROOM

12

8

10

8

–

–

4.9

4.7

23

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 59

ASTON UNIVERSITY ASTON STREET BIRMINGHAM B4 7ET

T 0121 204 4300 E INFO@CONFERENCEASTON.CO.UK W WWW.CONFERENCEASTON.CO.UK

"The Conference Aston's meeting suites provide an inspiring environment and state-of-art equipment at an affordable price in the heart of Birmingham."

HANNAH REEVE

60 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

CONFERENCE ASTON Conference Aston’s Hotel and Meeting Suites offer a dedicated meeting and conference venue in Birmingham city centre, with excellent UK transport links. Three mainline train stations are within a short 10 minute walk; junction 6 of the M6 is 5 minutes away and Birmingham Airport is less than 9 miles or a 20 minute drive away.

Onsite car parking is also available.

Located in the green surroundings of Aston University’s ISO14001 accredited, platinum eco-campus, it is Birmingham’s largest residential conference centre with over 30 purpose-built, fully equipped conference, training and meeting rooms for up to 650, exceptional banqueting and private dining for up to 400 guests, and 163 stylish ensuite hotel bedrooms all offering free WiFi. Additional accommodation is available during the summer period.

A dedicated conference team will work in partnership with you on your event, supported by onsite AV technicians and a skilled catering team, where fresh, local food runs throughout the conference and hotel menus.

Whether a contemporary conference hotel or an astoundingly modern conference suite within the art-deco styling of one of Europe's largest brick buildings, the purpose-built, technically advanced year-round conference and banqueting facilities.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

650

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CONFERENCE ROOM 1

235

148

68

47

120

120

11.4

2.7

19.5

CONFERENCE ROOM 1A

94

76

46

34

54

38

11.4

2.7

8.3

MEETING ROOM 123

70

40

36

25

36

–

9.2

9.2

2.5

MEETING ROOM 127

40

30

30

22

24

–

7.8

8.6

2.5

MEETING ROOM 140

25

–

16

11

18

–

7.8

3.4

2.5

STEELHOUSE STAFFORD SUITES 1–4

274

112

76

52

153

–

8.55

2.95

32.09

STAFFORD SUITES 1–2

135

52

60

48

90

–

17.6

2.95

8

WHITE HALL SUITES 1–3

162

72

72

58

120

80

6.96

2.95

23.3

–

–

–

–

–

400

22.4

2.36

26.4

650

250

–

–

280

–

34.3

15

18.2

COURTYARD SUITES GREAT HALL

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 61

COOMBE ABBEY HOTEL BRINKLOW ROAD BINLEY WARWICKSHIRE CV3 2AB

T 02476 450 450 E CONFERENCES@COOMBEABBEY.COM W WWW.COOMBEABBEY.COM

"Each room at Coombe Abbey Hotel is rich with history, and complete with modern day conference facilities, making them perfect for any business looking to impress and inspire their guests."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

62 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

COOMBE ABBEY HOTEL Coombe Abbey Hotel is set in the tranquil Warwickshire countryside. With 500 acres of parkland, formal gardens and a peaceful lake, you can explore the outdoors and then retire to our restaurant, bar or relax back in your bedchamber. Experience a touch of something different, with candlelit corridors, medieval entertainment, four-poster beds, individually designed bed chambers, and more. With 119 rooms and wedding, conference and banqueting facilities, you can stay with us for a relaxing weekend away or celebrate the most special of occasions. Elegant meeting rooms with the facilities and the capacity to host functions for up to 500 guests, makes Coombe Abbey a popular choice as a conference hotel. The impressive function rooms are stylishly presented and can be used for a corporate event or private dining. Coombe Abbey is the ideal meeting venue and hotel to impress potential clients,

unveil new developments or train colleagues.

We host a selection of grand conference rooms and small meeting rooms so you can be ensured our venue can accommodate your conference program, team building activities and hotel accommodation requirements at no ordinary venue – an inspirational conference centre. The history, charm and ambiance of Coombe Abbey makes every visit one to remember.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

THE MARQUEE

450

THE DE CAMVILLE

20

THE HARRINGTON

30

14

THE KELLWAY

30

16

THE STUART

60

24

THE WALNUT

50

THE CLOISTERS THE HIGH COURT THE CENTRE COURT THE ABBEYGATE

500

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

–

–

280

450

40

3

15

12

10

–

–

10

7.6

4.28

3.45

16

12

14

20

6.72

2.7

6.72

14

15

–

–

7.3

2.7

5.4

28

25

32

40

10.5

4.58

5.6

14

22

16

24

30

6.8

4.58

6.6

120

40

40

46

64

80

14.5

4.58

8.2

140

60

50

50

90

120

14.25

2.7

14.75

120

60

50

45

64

80

14.2

2.6

11.75

140

–

20

30

64

80

10.0

3.0

16.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 63

PARADISE CIRCUS BIRMINGHAM WEST MIDLANDS B3 3HJ

T 0121 200 2727 E EVENTS.BIRMINGHAM@MILLENNIUMHOTELS.CO.UK W WWW.MILLENNIUMHOTELS.COM

"The dedicated events team at the Copthorne Birmingham Hotel can bring your meeting to life."

JAYNE WINSTANLEY

64 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

COPTHORNE HOTEL BIRMINGHAM Book at the Copthorne Birmingham Hotel and discover our distinctive Copthorne hospitality.

Out hotel overlooks centernary square and provides convenient access to Birmingham city centre, the International Convention Centre and the National Indoor Arena. Just minutes from Birmingham New Street railway station, it offers easy access to the National Exhibition Centre and Birmingham International Airport.

• Five meeting rooms and eight syndicate rooms.

• Executive boardroom caters for up to 10 people.

• The Cascade Suite is air-conditioned and has a private bar, reception area and caters for 250 delegates, • Complimentary WiFi access in all meetings and events areas.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

250

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

CASCADE

225

120

–

80

160

180

17

3

10

CULLINAN

40

30

30

20

30

30

10

3

5

JUBILEE

60

40

30

30

50

50

10

3

7

KOHINOOR

40

30

30

20

30

30

10

3

5

CASCADE RECEPTION

60

–

–

–

–

–

10

3

5

SYNDICATES

12

9

8

12

–

8

5

3

3

CHAMBERLAIN

40

–

20

15

45

–

5

3

12

VICTORIA

–

–

12

–

–

–

6

3

3

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 65

WOLLATON STREET NOTTINGHAM NG1 5RH

T 0871 9429161 E CPNOTTINGHAM@VALOREUROPE.COM W WWW.CROWNEPLAZA.COM/CPNOTTINGHAM

"Crowne Plaza Nottingham is the perfect place to meet in the Midlands as it is in a great location with over 17 meeting rooms which can hold up to 400 delegates."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

66 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

CROWNE PLAZA NOTTINGHAM There are three good reasons to hold your next conference, meeting or event at the Crowne Plaza Nottingham: great hotel, great location and great transport links. With 20 million people living within two hours traveling distance of the City of Nottingham, you won't find a better location. With years of experience we are highly experienced in hosting all types of meetings and events, both large and small.

Whether you are looking for a day or stay package or something more bespoke, we have everything you might need.

Being in a fantastic location in the heart of the UK with well connected transport links makes it an easy to reach destination when traveling by train, car or plane. You will find everything you need conveniently under one roof, including: 17 meeting rooms; the magnificent Royal Suite that can hold up to 400 delegates, theatre style; 210 bedrooms; free Wi-Fi throughout; city centre parking for up to 600 cars; a fantastic bar, lounge and restaurant; and an on-site spa, Urban Escape.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

400

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

ROYAL SUITE

400

180

REGENT SUITE

30

14

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

–

220

400

27.1

3.7

3.7

20

16

–

16

8.4

2.4

2.4

EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

–

–

14

–

–

14

7.5

6.2

3.0

HAMPTON

50

16

20

22

32

40

8.3

7.3

2.5

WINDSOR

40

14

20

16

24

30

9.2

5.8

2.5

HIGHGROVE

70

26

30

26

40

50

9.3

8.7

2.5

KENSINGTON

30

10

20

14

16

16

8.4

5.1

2.5

ST JAMES

30

12

24

14

24

24

8.3

5.4

2.5

TALBOT SUITE

100

40

40

40

48

–

13.3

8.9

2.4

BALORAL SUITE

30

12

15

15

24

–

7.6

5.6

2.3

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 67

60 RUTLAND STREET LEICESTER LE1 1SB

T 0116 242 3911 E ENQUIRIES@CURVEEVENTS .CO.UK W WWW.CURVEEVENTS.CO.UK

"Whatever event you are throwing, from a small meeting to a show-stopping awards ceremony, Curve Theatre is able to find a room for you. Its awardwinning contemporary building offers a unique visitor experience where front of house and back stage areas intertwine.

They can literally move walls to enable the best configuration for your event."

CARL BRINDLEY

68 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

CURVE THEATRE In the heart of Leicester’s vibrant Cultural Quarter and just one hour away from London and Birmingham, Curve is a spectacular, stateof-the-art venue. Unlike a traditional theatre, our award-winning building boasts a range of distinctive, unconventional and dynamic event and conference spaces to meet your business needs.

Our expert and dedicated team will look after you from your first enquiry all the way through to event evaluation to ensure you are completely happy at every stage and achieve the best return on your investment.

Whether you are looking for a place to hold your next meeting or planning a show-stopping awards ceremony, product launch, conference or exhibition, our stunning glass façade encloses 10 flexible spaces and we can host up to 1600 people. Combining our extensive technical capability and theatrical inventiveness, we create and deliver outstanding and impactful events.

In an industry first, we also give clients the opportunity to host their event on the set of Curve productions. Get in touch today to find out more!

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1600

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

AUDITORIUM

902

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

AUDITORIUM WITH STAGE AND STUDIO

1300

399

120

100

399

900

40.6

19

15.4

STAGE

300

220

–

–

220

350

22.9

19

15.4

–

350

–

–

350

450

63.5

19

15.4

STUDIO

262

180

80

80

180

180

17.7

8.5

16.6

MEZZANINE

150

–

24

–

–

80

93

–

–

SINGLE SEMINAR ROOM

60

40

24

12

40

60

11.2

4

10.56

PAUL KERRYSON REHEARSAL ROOM

110

70

80

50

70

80

16.85

7

16.68

REHEARSAL ROOM 2

80

30

18

20

30

50

13.22

6

11.77

REHEARSAL ROOM 3

60

30

18

20

30

50

13.06

3.3

12.46

STAGE AND STUDIO

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 69

FAZELEY NR TAMWORTH B78 3TW

T 01827 255995 E EVENTS@DRAYTONMANOR.CO.UK W WWW.DRAYTONMANORHOTEL.CO.UK

"Drayton Manor has a brilliant range of suites and meeting rooms, as well as brilliant team building activities. It is also the perfect location to connect you with the Midlands' biggest cities."

JESSICA HALE

70 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

DRAYTON MANOR PARK AND HOTEL From brainwave to shockwave, if you’re looking for a unique way to energise and inspire your team, look no further than Drayton Manor Park, complete with its own 4 Star on-site hotel offering fun and quirky corporate packages to meet all needs.

Whether it’s mingling with the Meerkats in the 15 acre Zoo, enjoying Europe’s first stand-up rollercoaster, Shockwave or facing your fears on VertiGO, an amazing high ropes adventure, Drayton Manor Park offers a great alternative to your usual corporate setting.

With stylish suites located in the 4 Star hotel, meeting rooms and unique outdoor spaces offering a variety of ‘pick n mix’ options to make your meeting memorable. Look no further than Drayton Manor Hotel as they offer flexible conference facilities and different sized rooms which can be set out in multiple ways depending on the requirements of your booking.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

MEETING ROOM

500

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

TOWER SUITE

500

250

80

60

250

350

26

2.9

W (M) 15

TOWER LOUNGE

80

30

20

18

50

60

19.5

2.9

8.5

HAMILTON SUITE

200

100

40

50

120

160

17

2.9

12

VICTORIA LOUNGE

40

20

20

–

20

30

9.9

2.3

4.4

PARK VIEW SUITE

200

100

60

70

120

150

18.8

3.5

14

PARK VIEW EAST

60

40

30

40

50

60

15.3

3.5

9.2

PARK VIEW WEST

60

40

30

40

50

60

15.3

3.5

9.2

BOARDROOM 1,2,3

20

12

12

–

–

–

6.6

2.9

3.6

PEEL ROOM

50

30

20

25

24

30

7.3

7.5

2.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 71

RUGBY ROAD DUNCHURCH WARWICKSHIRE CV22 6QW

T 01788 818656 E INFO@DUNCHURCH.CO.UK W WWW.DUNCHURCH.CO.UK

"Hidden within tranquil grounds and benefiting from 32 conference, meeting, training and syndicate rooms, Dunchurch Park is an extremely versatile venue which offers maximum flexibility to event organisers, presenters, trainers and delegates."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

72 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

DUNCHURCH PARK Dunchurch Park Hotel & Conference Centre is a charming, Grade II listed Manor House, complemented by modern conference extensions, all set in 72 acres of magnificent gardens and grounds.

• • • •

Benefiting from an excellent range of facilities, this venue is ideal for meetings, conferences, training courses, leadership development programmes, product launches, special events, celebrations, private dining, award dinners, team building, corporate activities and fun days.

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Whether you are organising a one to one interview or an event for up to 450 delegates, our facilities have the flexibility,supported by professional service, to ensure the success of your event.

Centrally located M1, M6, M45, M40 Only 50 minutes from London Euston by train Close to Birmingham Airport & NEC 32 conference, meeting, training and syndicate rooms Conference capacity for up to 450 delegates Fully equipped, heated, permanent marquee All-inclusive delegate packages Delegate refreshment areas Dedicated conference and events team Table d’hôte restaurant and bistro bar 91 en-suite bedrooms 72 acres of gardens and grounds Dedicated field for motorised activities eureka! challenge and adventure ropes course Extensive free car parking Complimentary Wi-Fi

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

450

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

MARQUEE

450

280

GARDEN ROOMS

300

150

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

–

–

280

400

48.77

4.15

11.58

70

60

150

200

12.49

3.80

20.30 8.90

GREAT HALL

120

–

–

–

–

120

18.00

6.10

DRAYCOTE SUITE

100

72

28

26

72

100

19.81

2.43

9.75

DRAWING ROOM

60

36

28

28

36

50

11.58

3.37

5.79

BILLIARD ROOM

50

24

16

16

24

40

9.14

3.30

7.31

CAYZER

35

20

20

16

20

–

7.92

3.15

4.87

LAKE & TERRACE

22

30

26

22

30

–

11.27

3.15

4.87

BOARDROOM

–

–

14

–

–

14

8.00

3.43

5.32

MEETING ROOM 3

10

10

10

10

10

–

6.15

2.72

6.15

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 73

EDGBASTON ROAD BIRMINGHAM B5 7QU

T 0844 635 1902 (OPTION 3) E ENQUIRIES@EDGBASTON.COM W WWW.EDGBASTON.COM

"Edgbaston Stadium offers a range of inspiring meeting spaces that will keep your delegates engaged throughout your event."

CARL BRINDLEY

74 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

EDGBASTON STADIUM Edgbaston Stadium has a range of impressive conference facilities as well as professional and dedicated event organisers who will ensure that the investment you make in your event is a success. The venue boasts an array of bright, modern and versatile suites which offer natural daylight and stunning views of the iconic pitch and Birmingham skyline.

The venue has an on-site car park which can accommodate up to 450 cars and is ideally located just one mile from the heart of UK’s second city.

The venue is only minutes from major motorway links, Birmingham’s New Street and Snow Hill Train Stations, only seven miles from Birmingham International Airport and close to several upscale hotels for your out-of-town guests.

MEETING ROOM

Edgbaston offers an extensive range of conference suites and function rooms that cater for corporate events, business meetings and private functions of any size, from our four luxurious Executive Boxes for up to 12 delegates U-Shape style to our Exhibition Hall catering for up to 800 delegates theatre style.

Edgbaston is fully equipped with the latest cutting edge AV technology which will bring your meeting to life. To add extra personalisation, you can utilise and brand Edgbaston’s pitchside scoreboards and stadium TVs. The stadium has benefitted from a major redevelopment and in 2016 was awarded ‘Best Venue’ at the prestigious Birmingham Food, Drink and Hospitality awards enhancing its reputation as one of the leading venues in the Midlands.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

800

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

EXHIBITION HALL

800

400

–

–

450

696

45.9

5

30.3

BANQUETING SUITE

700

300

100

80

520

660

38.6

5

29.4

1882 CLUB

320

84

40

25

200

300

51.1

2.4

17.1

WARWICKSHIRE SUITE

300

84

40

25

230

264

43.2

2.7

18.4

MEMBERS' LOUNGE

240

84

40

25

150

288

53.2

2.4

13.6

CHAIRMAN'S LOUNGE

100

36

25

25

100

120

22.7

2.4

7.8

EXECUTIVE BOXES (X 4)

40

15

20

12

20

24

7

2.7

5.6

WYATT SUITE

110

42

25

25

60

60

24

2.4

5

MARSTONS SUITE

60

30

25

25

60

60

24

2.4

5

BIRMINGHAM SIDE EXECUTIVE BOXES (X 19)

–

–

12

–

–

12

4.6

2.4

4.4

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 75

SUN STREET WOLVERHAMPTON WV10 0BF

T 01902 454550 E DANNY@GRANDSTATION.CO.UK W WWW.GRANDSTATION.CO.UK

"Grand Station offers an elegant and versatile setting suited to a range of events. It is wonderfully located within easy walking distance to Wolverhampton’s transportation links and just a short drive away from the motorway."

ELIN WILLIAMS

76 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

GRAND STATION Grand Station is available to host your conferences, exhibitions, meetings, corporate hospitality events, team building, training courses, sales presentations, product launches, seminars, conventions, awards ceremonies and Christmas parties.

The Grand Station is a Grade II listed building formally known as Wolverhampton Low Level Station. The Grand Station is a prominent historical landmark located centrally in the city, we are easily accessible from Wolverhampton train and bus stations and have 80 car park spaces on our premises.

With a seated capacity from as little as 1 to 1000, the Grand Station’s elegant arched windows, beautifully crafted ceiling and period features are a great setting for any corporate event. We have a dedicated team, whether it be planning a bespoke event, co-ordinating your conference or advising on your special event, our team can offer whatever level of involvement you need.

With day delegate rates, to room hire and packages, we suit all budgets. No extra fees for internet, with free usage for your event, conference or exhibition. We have corporate catering menus that are designed to easily meet your needs, with a delicious selection of menus to choose from.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1000

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

GRAND HALL

1000

500

600

300

750

700

61

4

W (M) 11

BRUNEL SUITE

250

125

150

100

170

150

17

4

10

MEETING ROOM 1

15

6

6

6

–

–

5

–

4

MEETING ROOM 2

12

6

–

–

–

–

5

–

3.5

MEETING ROOM 3

15

6

8

–

–

–

5

–

3

MEETING ROOM 4

22

8

8

9

–

–

5

–

5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 77

WOOD LANE GREETHAM OAKHAM RUTLAND LE15 7SN

T 01780 460444 E INFO@GREETHAMVALLEY.CO.UK W WWW.GREETHAMVALLEY.CO.UK

"Greetham Valley is the leading corporate venue in Rutland and can accommodate your need whether you're looking for an informal space for a small business meeting or a large conference venue for up to 300 delegates."

CARL BRINDLEY

78 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

GREETHAM VALLEY Set in 276 acres of Rutland countryside in the heart of the Midlands, Greetham Valley is just two miles from the A1, with ample free parking on-site and rail links in nearby Oakham, Stamford, Grantham and Peterborough.

A range of modern meeting rooms capable of hosting events for 2 to 300 delegates, all rooms have air-conditiong and stunning views of our two golf courses.

The hotel complements the event space with 35 spacious bedrooms, all of which are fully accessible. Self catering accommodation is also available on site in our eight lodges which each sleep up to six. All residents are offered free use of the hotel Gym. On-site team building options of golf, archery, pistol and rifle shooting and falconry can be arranged for a supplementary fee.

Delegate packages and room hire only options are available with high speed 300mb fibre internet offered to all customers on a complimentary basis.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

300

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

RUTLAND SUITE

300

120

60

80

120

180

23

2.9

12

LAKEVIEW SUITE

100

40

36

30

40

80

12

2.4

9

STAMFORD ROOM

35

12

14

12

–

–

6

2.3

6

UPPINGHAM ROOM

35

12

14

12

–

–

6

2.3

6

OAKHAM ROOM

35

12

14

12

–

–

6

2.3

6

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 79

FOUR ASHES ROAD DORRIDGE SOLIHULL WEST MIDLANDS B93 8QE

T 01564 779988 E LUCY.BROWN@HOGARTHS.CO.UK W WWW.HOGARTHS.CO.UK

"Set in 27 acres of landscaped gardens, this newly refurbished contemporary manor house is 18 miles from Birmingham City Center and 13 miles from Worcester making it a great countryside choice while still retaining good transport links."

ZOE O'CONNELL

80 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

HOGARTHS SOLIHULL Andy and Helena Hogarth bought the hotel in 2004, they have transformed a six bedroom property into what it is today.

A contemporary 49 bedroom property, welcoming guests from all over the UK and the world.

Whether a small boardroom meeting, larger training sessions, or team building and national gatherings for a larger team, Hogarths Solihull can plan for and deliver any type of event.

Team Building companies, and AV specialists are welcomed without the constraints of in house suppliers.

Just six miles from The NEC and Birmingham Airport and International Rail, two miles from Solihull, and two miles from junctions 4, and 5 of the M42 Hogarths has a fresh feel, lots of open spaces. fantastic grounds, and a lively feel.

While being a private family business, experience amongst the team from a corporate background means delegates will achieve their event goals.

Outdoor events, and catering work well.

Free Wi-Fi and free car parking.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

250

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

GARDEN SUITE

250

50

50

40

170

240

24

2.25

W (M) 9.9

WILLIAM SUITE

120

40

40

30

64

90

15

5.81

5.81

MUSIC ROOM

180

48

48

36

66

120

20

2.70

5

BOARDROOM

30

12

20

12

–

24

20

2.27

3.75

WILLIAM 1

50

20

20

16

24

40

7.75

2.70

5.81

WILLIAM 2

25

20

10

8

6

20

3.76

2.7

6.46 8.54

WILLIAM 3

20

25

16

16

18

30

3.7

2.7

MUSIC ROOM 1

80

28

28

20

24

25

10.8

3.5

5.0

MUSIC ROOM 2

120

24

24

20

42

40

9.94

2.73

7.47

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 81

BROMSGROVE ROAD STONE, NEAR BROMSGROVE WORCESTERSHIRE DY10 4PJ

T 01562 777555 E SAM.ADKINS@HOGARTHS.CO.UK W WWW.HOGARTHS.CO.UK/STONE-MANOR

"A great place to throw an event if you want to escape to the scenic countryside of rural Worcestershire."

NIAMH HILES

82 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

HOGARTHS STONE MANOR Many conference and event organisers will have heard of, and perhaps used Stone Manor over the last 45 years. What they will not know is that the hotel was taken over in 2015 by Andy and Helena Hogarth, of Hogarths Solihull reputation, and that they have spent £2.5m on a stunning refurbishment.

Many were concerned that the feel of the 1926 manor house would be taken away, but far from it, the refurbishment has embraced the history of the property, and given it a modern contemporary feel.

• Indoor spaces are equally suitable for conferences, meetings, dining, and celebrations.

• Access to gardens from event rooms makes for an environment suitable for positive meetings.

• Outdoor spaces are perfect for outdoor dining, team building, and sports.

• Bromsgrove 6 miles, Worcester 12 miles, Birmingham City Centre 18 Miles.

• Free Car Parking • Free Wi-Fi

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

120

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

GARDEN ROOM

120

50

50

25

50

120

17.3

2.6

14

DRAWING ROOM

90

40

30

25

40

100

23

2.3

14

DREY

80

30

30

25

40

50

10.40

2.7

8.2

SNUG

28

8

14

10

8

20

6.4

2.3

5.8

NEST

24

8

20

20

8

22

6.5

2.7

4.8

DOVECOTE

4

–

4

–

4

4

3.45

2.66

2

DRAWING ROOM 1

45

20

20

20

24

40

13

2.3

14

DRAWING ROOM 2

45

20

20

20

24

40

10

2.3

14

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 83

GEDDINGTON ROAD CORBY NN18 8ET

T 01536 401020 E EVENTS@HICORBY.COM W WWW.HICORBY.COM

"The newly refurbished and adaptable selection of seven meeting rooms make this a great venue for both day or residential conference."

JAYNE WINSTANLEY

84 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

HOLIDAY INN CORBY The Holiday Inn Corby underwent a 2.4million pound transformation in 2016/2017 with all our of executive bedrooms, some standard bedrooms, all 6 bedroom suites, 6 function rooms and all public areas being revamped to an amazing standard.

The hotel is conveniently situated within easy reach of all the major road networks including the M1, A1, A14, M6. The location is an hour’s drive from 3 major airports Birmingham, Luton and East Midlands and only just over an hours train ride from Corby Station to the UK’s capital London.

Our day delegate rates are from £32.00pp which includes all day catering with delegate treats and soft drinks.

MEETING ROOM

Our 7 Meeting Rooms all have hi speed Wi-Fi with our capacity ranging from 2–350 delegates.

We offer flexible spaces combined with a relaxing ambience that is designed to motivate and inspire, making it an ideal location for business events and conferences in Corby.

The hotel has ample FREE onsite car parking for over 150 cars including accessible car parking.

Our car park is well lit and covered by CCTV. For residential conferences the hotel has well equipped standard rooms, spacious executive rooms, accessible rooms and indulgent suites.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

350

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ACE SUITE

25

18

8

16

12

–

–

–

–

CLUB SUITE

40

22

16

18

24

–

–

–

–

JOKER SUITE

40

20

22

18

18

–

–

–

–

ACE SUITE FULL (ACE, CLUB & JOKER SUITES)

150

40

40

80

72

130

–

–

–

OCTAGON SUITE

50

24

20

20

24

40

–

–

–

LITTLE DIAMOND SUITE

50

24

20

20

24

40

–

–

–

HEART SUITE

150

30

40

40

70

250

–

–

–

MANOR SUITE

350

70

48

48

120

120

–

–

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 85

2 BRIDGE STREET BIRMINGHAM B1 2JZ

T 0121 643 1234 E BIRMINGHAM.REGENCY@HYATT.COM W WWW.BIRMINGHAM.REGENCY.HYATT.COM

"With a choice of 12 wellappointed venues, Hyatt Regency Birmingham is a place to come together and have a successful event, meeting or meeting of any size."

ZOE O'CONNELL

86 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

HYATT REGENCY BIRMINGHAM Hyatt Regency Birmingham offers a perfect location for meetings and events spaces. Located in Birmingham City Centre, it is close to the main New Street Railway Station and attached to the International Convention Centre (ICC) via a bridge walk way enabling the hotel to act as headquarter hotel for large events at the ICC.

With beautiful and versatile meeting spaces, audiovisual equipment and our seasoned staff on hand, you can sit back and enjoy all the hotel has to offer.

Whether you’re hosting a cocktail-style reception for colleagues, a board meeting for a handful of executives, or a conference with 200 attendees, Hyatt Regency Birmingham offers 622 square metres of meeting and event space for your function. Our dedicated team will be on hand to ensure your event near Barclaycard Arena runs seamlessly. For added convenience, enjoy access to the International Convention Centre through an enclosed walkway at the hotel.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

200

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

SONATA

130

60

40

50

80

110

23.7

3.3

10

SYMPHONY BALLROOM

240

120

–

76

160

220

23.2

3.7

9.7

ALLEGRO

70

30

28

30

40

50

9.7

3.7

7.5

ANDANTE

70

30

28

30

40

50

9.8

3.7

7.9

DRAWING ROOM

30

12

22

10

24

24

7.8

2.6

5.4

DFS

160

50

50

–

104

130

22.5

2.8

6.5

DOLCE

40

18

20

18

32

40

7.7

2.8

6.5

FORTISSIMO

40

18

20

18

32

40

7.1

2.8

6.5

CONCERTO

30

12

18

10

16

18

6.7

2.6

5.3

BOARDROOM

–

–

12

–

–

–

6.8

2.3

3.8

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 87

HOLT STREET BIRMINGHAM B7 4BB

T 0121 260 6000 E VENUE@INNOVATIONBHAM.COM W WWW.INNOVATIONBHAM.COM

"This is a venue which will impress your delegates as it provides event spaces which are flexible and modern."

ZOE O'CONNELL

88 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

INNOVATION BIRMINGHAM CAMPUS Based in the City Centre, a 15 minute walk from New Street Station or nine minutes walk from the Colmore Business District. The Campus is ideally located for your Birmingham meeting, exhibition or conference.

A dynamic venue and vibrant atmosphere, Innovation Birmingham Campus offers a modern meeting space for 2–20 delegates and flexible conference and event facilities for up to 500 delegates.

Our very own flagship conference venue, iCentrum, comes fully furnished including; 40" and 65" promotional plasma screens, 6m+ wide HD video wall and free 30Gb/sec internet and superfast Wi-Fi access for all delegates.

MEETING ROOM

Providing an ideal location for your Midlandsbased event, just off the A38 and with fantastic city centre transport links, Innovation Birmingham Campus offers modern, flexible event space ideal for training, conferences, exhibitions, networking or product launches.

Facilities include a range of state-of-the-art technology as standard, including; microphones, venue pc, video conferencing, digital screens with wireless connectivity, HD video wall and interactive SMART boards.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

500

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

iCENTRUM AUDITORIUM & ATRIUM

180

50

–

–

140

150

11.5

6.11

13.1

iCENTRUM MEZZANINE SQUARE

20

–

8

–

–

–

–

–

–

iCENTRUM OVAL MEZZANINE

–

–

14

–

–

–

7.32

2.44

5.72

iCENTRUM OVAL 1ST FLOOR

–

–

14

–

–

–

7.32

2.44

5.72

iCENTRUM OVAL 2ND FLOOR

–

–

14

–

–

–

7.32

2.44

5.72

UNIVERSITIES CENTRE STUDIO A & B (ROOM CAN BE DIVIDED)

60

–

24

–

48

–

14.38

2.68

6.14

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 89

ST QUENTIN GATE TELFORD SHROPSHIRE TF3 4JH

T 01952 281 545 E SALES@SOUTHWATEREVENTGROUP.COM W WWW.THEINTERNATIONALCENTRETELFORD.COM

"A world class, vibrant and cosmopolitan event campus set in the energetic but stunning county of Shropshire."

ELIN WILLIAMS

90 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE, TELFORD The International Centre, Telford is a 15000sqm, purpose built conference and event venue, located in the midlands. A blank canvas for events of 4–4000 delegates, the venue offers flexible space throughout including an auditorium, large event halls, and supporting breakout rooms.

Set over two floors, the space has a compact footprint for ease of delegate flow and offers a versatile, contemporary setting suitable for any event.

The venue offers in-house catering, production, housekeeping and security ensuring an unrivaled attention to detail and complete transparency, as our focus is firmly on our clients and achieving exceptional service for every event.

As part of Southwater Event Group, The International Centre also offers two on-site hotels and one a short walk from the venue, together comprising 343 bedrooms. A further 325 bedrooms are available within walking distance from the venue. For larger events, there are 1000 bedrooms within a ten minute drive and 3000 within a twenty minute drive time, which can all be organised by our in-house event links team.

The venue is based in a central location with great transport links and an on-site car park with 1300 spaces. This makes the International Centre an excellent choice for events with national attendance.

Southwater Event Group is a family owned business that prides itself on its passion for events and hospitality.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

4000

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

HALL 1

4000

–

–

–

2000

2500

90

12

38

HALL 2

4000

–

–

–

2000

2500

90

12

38

HALL 3

3500

–

–

–

1440

1800

60

12

43.5 – 53.5

LUDLOW SUITE

1480

648

–

–

640

1000

32.5

6

40

LUDLOW 1

501

270

–

–

192

300

32.5

6

40

LUDLOW 2

477

195

–

–

192

300

32.5

6

40

LUDLOW 3

501

270

–

–

192

300

32.5

6

40

NEWPORT SUITE

260

114

–

–

120

180

12.1

3

19.4

NEWPORT 1

160

72

32

–

72

72

12.1

3

10

NEWPORT 2

140

72

28

–

72

72

12.1

3

9.2

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 91

2 STAPLEE WAY PARNWELL PETERBOROUGH PE1 4YT

T 01733 60 20 40 E CONFERENCE@KINGSGATEUK.COM W WWW.KINGSGATE-UK.ORG

"This is not just one largest conference centres in East Anglia but also the ideal venue to host any kind of conference, exhibition or event."

JESSICA HALE

92 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

KINGSGATE CONFERNCE CENTRE Conference venue by design Our venue is designed to suit your business needs; • 1500 seat Auditorium and welcome Atrium • 3 large suites • 7 meeting rooms • 2 discreet and comfortable informal rooms • In-house high tech AV/PA & technicians • On-site Café • Free car-park • Free WiFi KingsGate is located on the outskirts of the fast-growing city of Peterborough, with easy links to major roads and the east coast mainline.

KingsGate to Kings Cross London is just 50 minutes by train.

With a reputation for delivering successful events, excellent customer service and value for money, KingsGate is the ideal venue for any kind of conference, exhibition or business meeting.

At the heart of KingsGate is our inspiring 1500seater Auditorium, with over 740 square metres of floor space and a theatre sized stage with in-house high spec AV/PA and highly skilled technicians.

For conferences, larger meetings, briefings, product launches or training, KingsGate has three large suites, all equipped to the highest of standards and able to be configured to suit specific requirements. There are also seven smaller meetings rooms suitable for individual hire or for use as breakout rooms. Some rooms include their own kitchenette and toilet facility, perfect for use as private or self-contained events.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1500

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM AUDITORIUM ATRIUM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

1500

–

–

–

320

400

34

11.5

22

–

–

–

–

–

–

25

8.7

20

CARMICHAEL

350

46

50

46

180

200

21.6

3.5

14

SEYMOUR

250

40

45

41

120

180

18

3.6

16

CAREY

150

30

40

36

65

96

14.5

3.3

10.2

SPURGEON

130

20

46

42

60

90

15

3.3

8

LAKE, LEWIS, LUTHER

75

18

26

22

32

48

12

3.3

8

WESLEY, WILBERFORCE

70

18

25

22

24

36

11

3.3

8

BOOTH

50

18

18

14

24

30

12

3.3

6

WHITEFIELD

50

14

18

14

16

25

8

3.3

8

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 93

KING POWER STADIUM, FILBERT WAY LEICESTER LE2 7FL

T 0344 815 5000 E VENUESALES@LCFC.CO.UK W WWW.LCFC.COM/EVENTS

"The number of versatile rooms on offer as well as the great location make this venue a winning choice."

CARL BRINDLEY

94 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

LEICESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB King Power Stadium, home of Premier League Club, Leicester City is the perfect venue for any conference, meeting, event, exhibition, wedding or party! Only one mile from Leicester City Centre, with easy access to the M1 Junction 21 and offering over 400 complimentary car parking spaces along with free wifi we are able to deliver exceptional facilities & service to meet the needs of the contemporary event booker.

With rooms suitable for 10–600 people, a range of different spaces are available at Leicester City Football Club to offer the perfect location for your next event. There are 45 executive boxes with an additional nine function rooms which are all modern, flexible spaces for hire.

consists of 16 televisions is available within the Keith Weller Lounge, offering high tech audio visual for your next event.

Whatever the event, Leicester City Football Club strives to consistently understand our clients’ requirements and take that extra stride to deliver them each & every time. Our events team will respond within the quickest possible time to each & every enquiry providing the best possible solution to deliver perfect occasions every time.

Leicester City Football Club is proud to be a part of the Lime Venue Portfolio, with high quality catering offered by Levy Restaurants UK part of the Compass Group.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

A state of the art installed video wall, which

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

650

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

WALKERS HALL

650

250

72

54

450

600

47.9

3–3.8

15.2–22.6

KEITH WELLER LOUNGE

500

200

72

54

350

450

39.6

3–3.8

14.4–22.6

LEGENDS LOUNGE

–

–

–

–

80

100

13.5

2.6

10.95

ROWLEY SUITE

80

36

24

18

35

66

10.95

2.6

11.9

PREMIER LOUNGE 1

80

32

24

15

36

50

13.85

2.6

11

PREMIER LOUNGE 2

80

32

24

15

36

50

13.85

2.6

11

BANKS LOUNGE

150

84

48

36

80

120

37

2.6

8.5

GALLERY

90

30

24

20

48

90

15.6

2.6

11.5

LARGE EXECUTIVE SUITE

–

–

15

–

–

–

5.3

2.6

5

SMALL EXECUTIVE SUITE

–

–

10

–

–

–

3.4

2.6

4.2

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 95

SMITH WAY GROVE PARK ENDERBY LEICESTER LE19 1SW

T 0116 282 0100 W LEICESTERMARRIOTT.CO.UK

"With almost 1,000sq meters of meeting space, 20 meeting spaces and complementary use of the outdoor venue space, this is a great choice for meetings and events in the midlands."

HANNAH REEVE

96 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

LEICESTER MARRIOTT HOTEL Book your next event at the Leicester Marriott!

With its superb location, rail and air links and only minutes to the motorway network and city centre. We are renowned for hosting brilliant events and celebrations providing contemporary spaces, culinary flair and the bespoke service you need.

The hotel features 20 bright multi-purpose function rooms with climate control and natural daylight. Our largest room, the Grove Suite, has a capacity for up to 500 guests, divisible into 2 separate rooms, there is vehicle access and outdoor team building space alongside.

Syndicate rooms take care of smaller meetings for up to 50 guests and modern boardrooms for up to 12 guests. To support, we offer in house AV with a technician, wifi internet access in all rooms and purpose built breakout areas with food 'on the move' and Starbucks®.

Meetingsimagined.com, the Marriott Meeting Services app and Marriott Rewarding Events will all complement your event, or for the ultimate in flexibility why not book our complete meeting package offered for 8-25 guests?

Whichever function room you choose, with our creative dining, 227 deluxe bedrooms, extensive car parking and fitness club, we promise you a successful and unforgettable event.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

500

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

GROVE SUITE

500

180

–

70

190

300

25.5

4

15.4

GROVE 1

250

80

60

50

120

160

18.9

4

12.5

GROVE 2

120

50

32

40

56

100

15.5

4

8.2

ANSTEY SUITE

100

46

36

40

56

80

15.6

2.5

7.9

ENDERBY/QUORN/ ASHBY SUITES

50

18

16

20

24

30

7.8

2.5

7.7

KIBWORTH/KIRBY/ COUNTESTHORPE SUITES

50

18

16

20

24

30

7.8

2.5

7.7

BLABY/LOUGHBOROUGH/ MALLORY BOARDROOMS

–

–

12

–

–

–

7.8

2.5

3.9

TANNERS

75

24

30

36

32

60

19

2.8

5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 97

EASTGATE LINCOLN LN2 1PN

T 01522 520 348 E ENQUIRIES@THELINCOLNHOTEL.COM W WWW.THELINCOLNHOTEL.COM

"The natural light and free Wi-Fi found in each of the meeting rooms makes them all popular choices. This is coupled with the stunning view of the Cathedral which the hotel boasts."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

98 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

THE LINCOLN HOTEL The Lincoln Hotel is set in the heart of 'uphill' Lincoln with amazing views of the spectacular Cathedral just across the road. The Bailgate and an 11th Century Castle make up the Historical Quarter, which is only a few minutes walk from The Lincoln Hotel. This stunning part of Lincoln is packed full of history, glamour and sophistication, with everything on your doorstep for you to explore.

The vibrant retro lounge, award-winning restaurant and the newly redesigned cellar bar encourage delegates to relax and enjoy The Lincoln Experience after a day of meetings.

Our packages are all tailor made to your requirements and our dedicated team are ready to respond to any requests that you may have.

The conference rooms we have to offer all come with free WiFi throughout, projectors and screens, as well as on site car parking.

MEETING ROOM

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

140

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

TENNYSON SUITE

90

60

40

30

60

70

9.9

3.0

80.1

EASTBIGHT

20

12

14

10

–

12

6.0

3.3

3.5

ELIZABETH SUITE

16

8

10

8

–

–

5.1

3.3

5.6

EASTGATE

20

12

14

10

–

12

4.8

3.3

6.4

CATHEDRAL SUITE

–

–

–

–

–

140

–

–

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 99

GRANGE-DE-LINGS LINCOLN LINCOLNSHIRE LN2 2NA

T 01522 522900 E EVENTS@LINCOLNSHIRESHOWGROUND.CO.UK W WWW.LINCOLNSHIRESHOWGROUND.CO.UK

"From open air live music concerts and site wide car rallies to multifunctional and fully-equipped conference rooms, the Lincolnshire Showground offers impressive service whatever your choice."

ZOE O'CONNELL

100 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND The Lincolnshire Showground, based just three miles north of the cathedral city of Lincoln, is the home of the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society, and has been since 1958 when the land was purchased to become a permanent venue for the popular Lincolnshire Show.

The Showground has grown and diversified significantly since then, and is now an events venue with a real difference. Aside from the 270 acres of land on offer for outdoors events, the Showground also has a number of flexible indoor spaces available, including the award-winning, eco-friendly Epic Centre which has the capacity to host events for up to 1,200 people across 1,836 square meters of purpose-built space.

Also inside the Epic Centre are six modern meeting spaces, with AV support, lots of natural light and stunning views over the grounds.

Due to the variety of facilities on offer, the Lincolnshire Showground now host a wide range of events annually in addition to their own events, from equine shows to awards ceremonies, antiques events to music concerts and niche festivals to international rally’s, and we’d love to host your next event.

Combine the diverse space on offer with the support of our dedicated team and delicious locally-sourced menus on offer, and from dinners to delegates, exhibitions to entertaining and shows to sustainability, you’ll see that the Lincolnshire Showground really do live and breathe events.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1200

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

EAST HALL

800

–

–

–

480

600

44

5.3

18

CENTRAL HALL

250

–

–

–

120

150

20

5.3

18

WEST HALL

600

–

–

–

400

500

38

5.3

18

LINDSEY

40

–

–

–

24

24

5.4

3

9

KESTEVEN

70

–

–

–

48

60

12

2.5

9

HOLLAND

70

–

–

–

48

60

12

2.5

9

ANCASTER

40

–

–

–

40

30

6.1

2.5

9

SCAMPTON

65

–

–

–

40

50

9.3

2.5

9

WELTON

60

–

–

–

40

50

9

2.5

9

TENNYSON PAVILION

50

–

–

–

32

40

10

3.22

6

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 101

QUEENS RIDE CANNON HILL PARK EDGBASTON BIRMINGHAM B12 9QH

T 0121 446 3250 E HIRES@MACBIRMINGHAM.CO.UK W WWW.MACBIRMINGHAM.CO.UK

"mac Birmingham is a versatile and contemporary choice with many options available which means they can cater to all types of functions, meetings and conferences."

ZOE O'CONNELL

102 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

mac BIRMINGHAM Whether you would like to host a conference, hire one of our meeting rooms or host a team building session in one of our many craft or dance spaces, mac Birmingham has it all. We can cater for between 2 to 220 people, and our dedicated events team is always on hand to assist to ensure your event runs smoothly.

Our lively arts centre boasts state of the art facilities at very competitive rates, and as we’re located in the splendour of Cannon Hill Park, many of our rooms and spaces enjoy stunning views across the open park and lakes. Top quality for affordable prices.

Our theatres and Gallery are ideal for accommodating performances, presentations, product launches and more. Plus, as the most visited free attraction in the West Midlands, we know how to make your event unforgettable.

We also offer a variety of catering options for your event, to meet your budget, taste and dietary requirements. Our catering facilities include café at mac and Arena Bar, where your delegates can relax and enjoy their surroundings, and purchase a wide variety of food and refreshments all day.

We offer locally sourced and Fairtrade food freshly prepared by our in house team of chefs and served by our attentive customer service team.

We are located a short distance from the city centre, well connected by public transport and have a large car park.

Our building is fully accessible and features sound enhancements in many of our spaces, accessible toilets and more.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

We look forward to welcoming you.

220

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

MAIN THEATRE

219

126

50

60

144

180

CINEMA

150

–

–

–

–

–

21

6.91

13.5

14

3.45

FOYLE STUDIO

140

72

45

46

96

9.9

120

16

4.25

PERFORMANCE STUDIO

120

60

42

32

11

80

100

13.29

3.6

13.17

ENGLISH STUDIO

100

48

30

RANDLE STUDIO

100

50

30

26

56

70

13.15

3.75

8.5

26

56

70

13.15

3.75

8.5

DELOITTE ROOM

85

32

HEXAGON THEATRE

84

–

20

16

40

50

12

9

2.7

–

–

–

–

11.5

4.9

PINSENT MASON 1

66

7.5

28

32

25

40

50

14.72

2.6-5.22

4.7

MUSIC ROOM 1

40

15

20

15

32

40

8.85

2.65

6.3

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 103

MAIN STREET BRANDON WARWICKSHIRE CV8 3FW

T 02476 546000 E H6625-SB2@ACCOR.COM W WWW.MERCURE.COM

"As a former manor house, located in a large woodland area, this is a tranquil setting for an event or meeting. It also means the grounds are well suited to team building days and summer events while the purposebuilt conference centre brings the best 21st century business facilities to a 17th century setting."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

104 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

MERCURE BRANDON HALL HOTEL & SPA Located in 17 acres of grounds, the 17th century 4-star Mercure Brandon Hall Hotel retains its historic character whilst offering state of the art conference facilities with 14 superbly equipped meeting rooms accommodating up to 280 delegates. With our range of meeting space plus spacious grounds ideally suited for team building activities and 120 bedrooms, the hotel is one of the finest conference venues in the Midlands.

The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, along with 180 complimentary car parking spaces.

Mercure Brandon Hall Hotel offers a range of fully inclusive, flexible packages that can be tailored to suit your individual requirements.

Our commitment to quality means that we will take care of every detail for your meeting, ensuring that your individual objectives are met.

Our enthusiastic and professional events team will take ownership to ensure the successful delivery of every aspect of your meeting/event.

• 14 meeting rooms from 2-280 delegates • 120 contemporary and stylish bedrooms including privilege rooms and suites • Outdoor team building space • Clarendon Restaurant and Bewick Bar offering locally sourced ingredients and dishes • Complimentary on-site car parking • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Spa and Leisure facilities – Spa Naturel Fitness • Excellent transport links

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

280

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE WOODLANDS SUITE

280

120

112

90

112

220

19.62

14.35

3.5

HALF WOODLANDS SUITE (PARTITONED)

120

55

50

40

50

100

14.35

9.81

3.5 3.4

BRANDON SUITE 1

60

26

26

26

24

30

8.8

6.1

BRANDON SUITE 2

100

40

36

50

36

60

13.1

5.8

3.4

WOLSTON SUITE

80

35

30

28

20

50

18.6

5.8

2.4

BEECH SUITE

40

16

16

26

14

27

8.53

5.1

2.8

ALLKINS

–

–

26

–

–

–

10.4

4.42

2.4

HUNT

25

12

14

16

6

–

7

7

3.4

WARWICK

20

12

10

16

6

–

5.5

4.5

3

PARKE

–

–

17

–

–

–

6.93

5.66

2.4

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 105

SEDGEMOOR WAY DAVENTRY NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NN11 0SG

T 01327 307000 E HA0I0-SB@ACCOR.COM W WWW.ACCORHOTELS.COM

"The Mercure Daventry Court Hotel is the ideal choice for conferences, meetings and events of all types. The location, close to both the M40 and M1, means it is easily accessible from all over the UK." ZOE O'CONNELL

106 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

MERCURE DAVENTRY COURT HOTEL Hotel facilities at a glance;

Nearby attractions:

• 13 meeting rooms.

Offering both a town and country experience, Mercure Daventry Court Hotel & Spa enjoys a fantastic location in the Midlands surrounded by greenery, close to both Drayton Reservoir and the sprawling Daventry Country Park. The hotel is ideally located for Silverstone, the Althorp Estate, Towcester Racecourse and Canons Ashby, being just minutes from junction 18 of the M1 and close to the M40.

• Capacity for 700 delegates theatre-style.

• Free WiFi available throughout the hotel.

• 155 spacious, comfortable bedrooms.

• 350 complimentary on-site car parking spaces.

• Direct loading access, ideal for large events.

• Restaurants and bars: our FUEL Restaurant serves classic British and Continental cuisine, accompanied by an excellent wine list and panoramic views over Drayton Reservoir.

Relax in our FUEL Bar with a sandwich, hot snack or full meal in informal surroundings.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

• Fitness & Leisure Club: everything you need to relax and unwind, including a heated indoor swimming pool, fully equipped gym, sauna and spa.

MEETING ROOM

700

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

DANETREE (ALL 3 SECTIONS)

700

250

100

100

250

380

32.2

3.3

14.9

DANETREE (1 SECTION)

200

60

40

35

40

100

10.6

3.3

14.9

DANETREE (2 SECTIONS)

450

150

80

70

180

200

20.6

3.3

14.9

CHARLES

70

30

30

25

30

40

10.9

3

6.4

PRIESTLY

70

30

30

25

30

40

10.9

3

6.4

DICKENS

50

18

25

15

20

20

7

3

6.4

WILLIAM PARKER

50

18

25

15

20

20

7

3

6.4

WESTERBERG

60

24

25

20

25

25

9.4

3

6.4

EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM

–

–

10

–

–

–

7

2.6

3.3

TRAINING SUITE X 5 MEETING ROOMS – PHONE FOR DETAILS

20

–

12

12

–

–

7.12

2.5

3.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 107

GRANBY STREET LEICESTER LE1 6ES

T 0844 815 9012 E CSALES.MERCURELEICESTER@JUPITERHOTELS.CO.UK W WWW.MERCURELEICESTER.CO.UK

"This venue always ensures that its business services and conference facilities always meet the highest expectations."

CARL BRINDLEY

108 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

MERCURE LEICESTER THE GRAND HOTEL Choose the Mercure Leicester The Grand Hotel where Victorian charm meets modern comfort in Leicester city centre.

The hotel has 7 meeting rooms, all fully equipped with complimentary high speed Wi-Fi, audiovisual equipment and space for up to 350 delegates. We ensure that our business services and conference facilities meet the highest expectations.

Our commitment to quality means we take care of every detail for your meeting – from ensuring that individual objectives are realised, to offering a menu that perfectly suits everyone's tastes – all set against the backdrop of our authentic and locally inspired hotels. Your dedicated meeting planner will help organise every aspect of your day: they'll ask the right questions to find out what's important to you and will take ownership on the day to ensure a successful event.

MEETING ROOM

Food for thought To keep your delegates refreshed, refuelled and motivated, we offer a variety of high quality food and refreshments. Menus incorporate traditional favourites with wholesome and healthy options, ensuring your delegates are satisfied and ready for the afternoon ahead.

Hotel facilities at a glance: • 104 bedrooms.

• Marco's New York Italian Restaurant.

• Parking for 120 cars (chargeable).

• Right in the centre of Leicester, only a 5 minute walk from the railway station.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

• Designated car parking and accessible entrance for disabled guests.

• Wheelchair access throughout most of the hotel.

350

• FREE High Speed Wi-Fi throughout.

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

KINGS HALL

350

200

–

–

180

300

10.97

9.09

W (M) 25.8

QUEENS HALL

250

140

–

70

144

200

13.05

2.59

20.31

ALEXANDRA ROOM

70

30

26

30

32

50

7.4

2.4

11.63

TUDOR ROOM

70

32

26

30

40

50

7.96

2.5

12.14

CHARNWOOD ROOM

80

40

26

30

48

70

9.7

2.82

10.71

EMPRESS ROOM

70

26

16

20

24

40

7.82

2.81

8.96

CROMWELL ROOM

60

40

30

32

48

60

9.55

2.84

10.46

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 109

WELLESBOURNE WARWICKSHIRE CV35 9HU

T 01789 842424 E HA0I8-SB2@ACCOR.COM W WWW.MERCURE.COM

"Specifically designed as a training, conference and events venue, this spacious, contemporary hotel includes purposebuilt conference facilities and is ideal for board meetings and training sessions. Their meeting rooms are set against an inspiring backdrop and offer versatility for events of any kind."

CARL BRINDLEY

110 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

MERCURE WALTON HALL HOTEL & SPA Mercure Walton Hall Hotel and Spa, Warwickshire comprises of a stunning 16th Century Hall and beautiful modern hotel set in 65 acres of glorious countryside overlooking a large lake. With easy reach of the historic towns of Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon.

Facilities on site include:

Just 10 minutes from the M40, and easily accessible from Birmingham International Airport, Walton Hall Hotel's secluded setting and extensive facilities make it one of the regions most versatile and desirable venues for corporate and private events.

• Health and Leisure club

• 22 meeting rooms including 12 purpose built training rooms • Dedicated tea/coffee areas • 250 free on-site car parking • 197 bedrooms • Orangery Restaurant in the modern hotel • Moncreiffe Restaurant in the 16th Century Hall • Complimentary Fibre optic WI-FI • 65 acres of grounds, ideal for team building, marquee build or alfresco dining

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

• Exclusive Use options available in our 16th Century Hall

180

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

COURTYARD SUITE

180

60

36

60

120

170

AVONCLIFFE

20

6

14

12

8

–

BADGWORTH

35

8

16

12

21

–

D'EIVILE

40

8

16

16

16

DIRECTORS SUITE

15

–

14

–

INDORE

40

10

16

MONCREIFFE RESTAURANT

120

–

SILVERTON

20

8

ROWAN

50

14

23

20

32

SYCAMORE

60

27

28

26

42

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

19.3

2.6

13.6

5.65

3.03

5.14

6.96

3.03

6.18

–

7.1

5.03

6.18

–

14

7.8

4.67

4.7

16

21

–

7.1

3.03

6.18

–

–

80

120

–

–

–

16

14

16

–

6.96

3.03

5.14

–

7.3

2.9

7.3

50

7.3

2.9

9.1

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 111

SHERWOOD BUSINESS PARK LAKE VIEW DRIVE ANNESLEY NG150EA

T 01623 727670 E RESERVATIONS@MOURHOTEL.CO.UK W WWW.MOURHOTEL.CO.UK

"The meetings and event rooms blend together contemporary and tradition design, as well as providing natural daylight to ensure each delivers maximum comfort as well as functionality."

ELIN WILLIAMS

112 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

MOUR HOTEL The mour hotel is a 4-star, award-winning, boutique hotel situated centrally on the Sherwood Business Park amongst an array of upmarket businesses and at a stone throw away from junction 27 of the M1. Designed

by Amanda Rosa, the imposing building has an American loft feeling offering a quirky, yet luxurious place to meet, dine and sleep. Guests can expect all their needs to be truly catered for in one of our 92 spacious ensuite bedrooms.

Every modern amenity has been thought of for the discerning traveller.

The hotel also offers three individually styled conference suites for business meetings or events. With elegant backdrops, wireless internet and boasting natural daylight, these unique suites are the envy of many and are sure to add a touch of individualism to any event.

Refreshments are freshly made on the premises and our friendly and helpful staff will happily go above and beyond in order to ensure your stay with us is most memorable.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

MEETING ROOM

100

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE WING

100

36

34

40

80

100

16

4.6

11.5

THE WHITE LOUNGE

30

15

20

16

20

20

7.3

2.74

5.4

THE BOARDROOM

16

8

10

8

8

10

5.1

2.74

4

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 113

AIRFIELD DRIVE ANSTY BUSINESS PARK COVENTRY CV7 9JU

T 02476 701801 E EVENTS@THE-MTC.ORG W WWW.THE-AMTC.CO.UK/EVENTS

"MTC Events can offer the ideal space and state of the art technology to ensure guests are impressed and inspired."

ZOE O'CONNELL

114 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

MTC EVENTS Based at the Manufacturing Technology Centre, the home of Great British manufacturing. MTC Events delivers, manages and facilitates high quality events & conferences with a focus on the UK's high value manufacturing and emerging technology sectors.

The architecturally stunning buildings on the MTC campus provides the perfect backdrop to deliver events of all sizes. From small team meetings, workshops and training events up to large scale product launches and exclusive use for hundreds of attendees. All our event spaces include the very latest screen technology, free Wi-Fi, free parking and onsite support from our events team ensuring all your needs are catered for.

MEETING ROOM

Our unique business model means that all of the profits generated by events are re-invested back into the MTC apprenticeship training programme, supporting Great British manufacturing through the training of the next generation of engineers.

To find out more visit our website: www.the-amtc.co.uk/events or call us on 02476 701770.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

400

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

252

–

–

–

–

–

–

5.8

–

EXHIBITIONS SPACE

60

–

–

–

–

–

–

4.1

–

MEZZANINE

80

–

–

–

40

–

–

2.7

–

MEETING ROOM 1 & 2

–

–

24

–

–

–

–

2.7

–

MEETING ROOM 3 & 6

–

–

18

–

–

–

–

2.7

–

MEETING ROOM 4 & 5

–

–

8

–

–

–

–

2.7

–

MEETING ROOM 7 & 8

60

24

24

24

40

40

–

2.7

–

SIR WILLIAM SIEMENS THEATRE

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 115

COVENTRY ROAD BICKENHILL SOLIHULL B92 0EJ

T 0121 704 2784 E SALES@NATIONALCONFERENCECENTRE.CO.UK W WWW.NATIONALCONFERENCECENTRE.CO.UK

"If you need a venue with the 'wow' factor then look no further than the National Conference Centre."

CARL BRINDLEY

116 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

NATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE Based at The National Motorcycle Museum, The National Conference Centre boasts 4550m² of fully flexible internal event space, making it ideal for large-scale corporate conferences, awards dinners, smaller meetings and more intimate dinner parties. With 13 suites to choose from ranging from The Imperial and Britannia Suites for large events to The Crow’s Nest and Wardroom for the smaller meetings. Conferencing capacities range from 1400 guests theatre style to 10 boardroom. For dinners either of the main two Suites can accommodate in excess of 800 guests both fully self-contained. The venue boasts state-of-the-art technical equipment and has an on-site production team fully experienced in delivering all your AV requirements, whether they be a simple projector and screen or a full large scale conference production.

The highly professional brigade of Chef’s create exciting and innovative menus, ranging from mouth-watering formal seated menus, to sumptuous fork buffets or bowl food options that are ideal for networking events.

Combine all of this with 100MBs of dedicated upload/download internet connectivity, 700+ free carparking spaces, access to the world's biggest collection of British motorcycles, a team building field, central courtyard for lawn games, as well as its central location and proximity to the country’s major road, rail and air networks networks, the NCC really is THE venue to host your event.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1400

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

IMPERIAL

1354

TRAFALGAR

300

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

850

–

–

160

48

–

W (M)

640

810

44.65

3.8–4.

18.9

112

180

19.7

3.8–4.

15.15

WATERLOO

200

130

48

–

112

216

22.09

2.4–2.

10.47

BRITANNIA

1400

750

–

–

616

648

38.4

4.8

23.5

MANXMAN

400

250

–

–

240

276

19.2

3–5

19.2

COMPTON

400

250

–

–

224

276

19.2

3–8

19.2

PREMIER

370

200

–

–

240

276

19.2

3–8

19.2

BALLACRAINE

120

80

48

–

208

228

19.2

2.4

19.2

BRACEBRIDGE

120

80

48

–

160

228

19.2

2.4

19.2

KIRKMICHAEL

80

50

24

–

48

60

18.99

1.95–2

7.7

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 117

EXPLORATION DRIVE LEICESTER LE4 5NS

T 0116 2582107 E EVENTS@SPACECENTRE.CO.UK W VENUEHIRE.SPACECENTRE.CO.UK

"This inspiring venue is sure to make an impact on any delegates with its state of the art architecture and diverse event spaces."

JESSICA HALE

118 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

NATIONAL SPACE CENTRE Located near to Leicester’s City Centre, the National Space Centre is a place for inspiration and innovation. With flexible spaces to suit all budgets, the centre is the perfect venue for meetings, conferences and product launches.

Making the most of the spectacular content and the state-of-the-art building, including the UK’s largest planetarium, the centre offers a wide range of dynamic venue space for conferences, meetings, team building and private functions.

We are passionate in providing an outstanding event, in a unique setting and exceeding customer expectations, with a personalised and professional service. Our comprehensive event services appeal to event organisers seeking a venue committed to excellence in customer relations and hospitality.

MEETING ROOM

Our USP’s • Only one of its kind in the UK • Unique setting/facilities • Unique team building events • Location – situated in the heart of the country • State-of-the-art technology • In-house teams to support all elements of events Combining over ten years of expertise with fantastic technical facilities and creative catering, we offer the perfect solution for you and your guests.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

300

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

THE SHUTTLE SUITE

200

40

42

30

120

120

–

–

–

ENDEAVOUR

20

18

20

18

30

30

–

–

–

DISCOVERY

80

24

28

27

40

30

–

–

–

COLUMBIA

30

18

16

12

20

30

–

–

–

ATLANTIS

50

18

20

20

30

30

–

–

–

SIR PATRICK MOORE PLANETARIUM

192

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

THE HUB

300

–

–

–

–

300

–

–

–

BOOSTERS

150

–

–

–

–

90

–

–

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 119

WILSONS LANE LONGFORD COVENTRY WEST MIDLANDS CV6 6HL

T 024 76365000 E H0506-SB@ACCOR.COM W WWW.FAIRVIEWHOTELS.COM

"A great and convenient place to host your events and meetings in the Midlands with experienced staff on offer to help make everything run smoothly."

ELIN WILLIAMS

120 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

NOVOTEL COVENTRY Novotel Coventry is located north of Coventry with only 6 miles into the city centre. The hotel is less than ½ mile from Junction 3 of the M6 providing great access to the M69, M1 and M42.

The Ricoh Arena is quite literally on our door step, whilst Birmingham International airport and the NEC are only 15 miles away. We are also ideally placed for visits to Stratford upon Avon, Warwick castle and Coombe Abbey. Our modern 3 star hotel offers 98 en-suite bedrooms and is due to be completely refurbished in 2017 and 2018.

The hotel has seven meeting and function rooms available for meetings, weddings and banqueting.

All of our contemporary rooms have natural daylight, air-conditioning, are equipped with screens, flipcharts, delegate stationary and water, whilst also being located on the ground floor of the property making for easy access.

Additional equipment on request includes LCD projectors, PA systems and staging.

Our bar and restaurant offers all types of cuisine mornings, lunch and evenings and residents can take advantage of our 24 hour menu. We also offer a small self-contained fitness room for all residents.

Car parking is available on site and complimentary, 120 spaces.

We offer free high speed WiFi within the hotel.

Our outside grounds offer ample flat space, which are well maintained and ideal for team building events, inflatables, team games, assault courses, corporate treasure hunts, and end your day with a BBQ or hog roast on our patio area.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

200

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

WARWICK SUITE

200

80

40

40

100

130

21

2.95

8

NEWBURGH

50

20

20

20

24

40

8

2.95

7

MAUDUIT DUPLESSIS

50

20

20

20

24

40

8

2.95

7

BEAUCHAMP

65

25

25

25

32

50

9

2.95

7

NEVILLE

30

15

15

15

24

–

7

2.40

6

DUDLEY

15

8

10

8

–

–

6.5

2.40

3.5

GREVILLE

15

8

10

8

–

–

6.5

2.40

3.5

LONGFORD

15

8

10

8

–

–

6.5

2.40

3.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 121

BOSTOCK LANE LONG EATON M1 JUNCTION 25 NG10 4EP

T 02477 092804 E H0507@ACCOR.COM W WWW.NOVOTEL.COM

"No matter the size and scale of your event, Novotel Nottingham Derby is a wonderful chocie of venue."

JESSICA HALE

122 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

NOVOTEL NOTTINGHAM DERBY Ideally located just seconds from Junction 25 of the M1, the Novotel Nottingham Derby is close to East Midlands Airport, Donnington Park and the Peak District as well as Nottingham and Derby city centres. The hotel offers 110 newly refurbished bedrooms, each promising stylish comfort for every kind of guest. You can enjoy a queen size bed as standard, air conditioning, 40" LCD TV with media hub and free high speed internet access. Our restaurant has international cuisine to suit all palates.

Here you will enjoy: • Free WiFi, free on-site parking, outdoor playgound • M1 junction, close to Nottingham, Derby and East Midlands Airport • 11 airy, versatile rooms for events that work • Drinks and snacks in the cosy lobby bar • Ideal base for exploring the Peak District

Facilities, high-tech equipment, advice... and much more. Novotel has considerable and extensive expertise in organising meetings. All our teams are responsive to your needs and strive to guarantee successful and professional meetings.

MEETING ROOM

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

220

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

NOTTINGHAM LACE SUITE

250

130

100

80

180

220

21

2.8

11

BOBBIN/LEAVERS LACE SUITE

120

50

40

30

60

40

14

2.8

11

JACQUARD LACE SUITE

80

50

40

30

40

40

7

2.8

11

RASCHEL LACE SUITE

40

30

25

25

30

15

6.7

2.8

7

SAVILLE LACE SUITE

20

10

15

–

–

–

6.7

2

3.5

WARP LACE SUITE

80

50

40

30

30

40

7

2.8

11

TRAVERSE LACE SUITE

20

10

15

–

–

–

6.7

2

3.5

EATON LACE SUITE

20

10

15

–

–

–

6.7

2

3.5

BARMEN

20

10

15

–

–

–

6.7

2

3.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 123

UNION STREET WOLVERHAMPTON WV13JN

T 01902 871100 E H1188-SB@ACCOR.COM W WWW.NOVOTEL.COM

"I just wanted to say a big thank you to you both for yesterday. It was a fabulous success which I have to say would not have been possible without you both and your staff. I was blown away by your efficiency, helpfulness and general friendliness."

AUDREY HARPUR

124 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

NOVOTEL WOLVERHAMPTON Here at Novotel Wolverhampton we know that your conference and meeting room is one of the most integral part of your day alongside your experiences – so we take great pride in ensuring that your requirements are treated with the utmost care and attention to make your day a great success.

Whether you choose a day or evening conference, we have the perfect choice of rooms, menus and expertise to match your requirements.

Each conference room is situated on the ground floor, making it easily accessible for all delegates.

The rooms are equipped with air cooling systems, natural daylight, a flip chart, large screen and Wi-Fi. We have a great outdoor terrace area, perfect for you breaks and lunch/dinner. With our ideal location (five minute walk from Wolverhampton Train/Bus station and easy access from J10 M6), Novotel Wolverhampton is your spoilt for choice venue for an important day.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

200

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

WULFRUN SUITE

200

100

60

60

140

180

–

–

–

MARSTON

40

26

26

20

20

30

–

–

–

HODSON

30

24

20

18

18

20

–

–

–

OLIVER

30

24

20

18

18

20

–

–

–

WARRILOW

20

14

14

10

10

10

–

–

–

MANDER

15

12

12

8

–

8

–

–

–

BACHE

15

8

8

–

–

6

–

–

–

ASHWOOD/BANTOCK (PART OF WULFRUN SUITE)

100

50

40

40

60

60

–

–

–

CHADWELL/DRAYCOTT (PART OF WULFRUN SUITE)

100

60

40

40

60

60

–

–

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 125

40 BULL STREET BIRMINGHAM B4 6AF

T 0121 236 2317 E ENQUIRIES@THEPRIORYROOMS.CO.UK W WWW.THEPRIORYROOMS.CO.UK

"Whether your event is a regular team meeting, a training course or a large conference, The Priory Rooms offers and exceptional and truly unique venue which combines traditional and modern effortlessly. Its focus on remaining an ethical and sustainable business also sets this venue apart from others as it keeps in line with its Quaker roots."

ZOE O'CONNELL

126 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

THE PRIORY ROOMS

MEETING & CONFERENCE CENTRE The Priory Rooms is a unique, not-for-profit, meeting and conference venue located in the heart of Birmingham. Offering nine modern, versatile meeting spaces, accommodating between 2 to 210 delegates, The Priory Rooms is an excellent choice for business meetings, conferences, training courses, talks or bespoke events.

The building seamlessly combines Quaker heritage and 1930’s architecture with contemporary conferencing facilities. A light and airy atrium offers a great space for lunch and their tranquil, courtyard garden provides a moment of calm amidst the bustling city. Located in the centre of Birmingham, The Priory Rooms can easily be reached by rail, road, tram and on foot, and all three central trains stations are just a short walk away.

MEETING ROOM

This venue demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical and sustainable business, in line with Quaker values. This includes serving Fairtrade Tea and Coffee, sourcing food from local suppliers, maximising energy efficiency, and reusing rain water. Choose from a varied menu of delicious fresh food and refreshments to fuel success.

Book on a room only basis or select one of four thoughtfully composed day delegate packages.

Contact The Priory Rooms dedicated conference team to enquire now by calling 0121 236 2317, or emailing enquiries@theprioryrooms.co.uk Find out more at www.theprioryrooms.co.uk

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

210

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

MAIN MEETING HOUSE

210

33

20

28

58

–

13.5

8.5

W (M) 12

GEORGE FOX

60

37

30

36

40

–

11.8

2.65

5.46

WILLIAM PENN

46

41

30

32

37

–

8.5

2.6

6.6

ELIZABETH FRY

30

21

16

18

21

–

6.4

2.6

5.2

MARGARET FELL

20

15

10

12

17

–

5.4

2.65

5.2

READING ROOM

20

12

20

–

–

–

8.7

3.2

3.5

SOUTHALL ROOM

–

–

8

–

–

–

4.5

2.9

4

STURGE ROOM

20

–

15

–

–

–

6.5

2.9

4

LLOYD ROOM

25

–

16

–

–

–

7.85

2.55

3.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 127

PARK DRIVE GOLDTHORN PARK WOLVERHAMPTON WEST MIDLANDS WV4 5AJ

T 01902 349 549 E SALES@RAMADAWOLVERHAMPTON.COM W WWW.RAMADAPARKHALL.CO.UK

"A beautiful location for a conference and event venue, with dedicated staff on hand to help with your every need."

JESSICA HALE

128 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

RAMADA PARK HALL HOTEL & SPA The Ramada Park Hall Hotel & Spa is a 4 star grade II listed Georgian hotel set in five acres of landscaped gardens. Set in the heart of the West Midlands the hotel is conveniently located close to major motorway links around the region.

Offering you a choice of six conference and meeting rooms, 73 bedrooms, two quality restaurants, beautiful gardens and an exclusive health club and spa we are he first choice for your next conference or meeting in the West Midlands.

With conference and meeting facilities available for up to 550 delegates we can offer you room hire, day delegate or a 24 hour delegate basis along with complimentary Wi-Fi and car parking.

Our conference team will assist you in making sure that your next meeting or conference is planned and delivered perfectly.

Call 01902 349549 to speak with our Conference Team who will be able to discuss your individual requirements.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

MEETING ROOM

550

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

EDNAM SUITE

–

–

10

–

–

10

5.5

3

4.5

SEDGLEY SUITE

45

20

25

22

35

50

11

2.5

4

PARK & DUDLEY SUITE

100

40

50

30

90

120

19.5

3

8.5

THE ORANGERY

70

26

28

32

42

80

11

2.5

8.5

THE BALLROOM

400

300

200

200

225

550

26

4

21.5

PARK ROOM

65

30

26

36

42

60

9.5

3

8.5

DUDLEY ROOM

50

20

28

20

40

60

10

3

8.5

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 129

TOLL BAR ROAD MARSTON LINCOLNSHIRE NG32 2HT

T 01400 250909 E ENQUIRY@RAMADARESORTGRANTHAM.CO.UK W WWW.RAMADARESORTGRANTHAM.CO.UK

"The dedicated conference coordinators at Ramada Resort Grantham, ensure that you will have an effective working environment and successful event".

JAYNE WINSTANLEY

130 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

RAMADA RESORT GRANTHAM The Ramada Resort Grantham is located just 1 minute off the A1. A converted farmstead, it maintains much of its original charm and character whilst providing the convenience of modern conference facilities, refurbished in 2016/17. Our easy access and free parking for over 250 cars makes us a convenient choice.

As passionate member of Select Lincolnshire we source food from the best locally grown or produced ingredients. You can choose lunch from a range of options these include a hot and cold two course buffet in our restaurant, a sandwich based lunch taken in our library or a working lunch in your meeting room.

As the perfect venue for every occasion we can accommodate from 2 to 300 delegates in 5 conference suites and meeting rooms.

These are suitable for seminars, exhibitions, large conferences and small meetings.

With 103 well equipped bedrooms, gym, 15 metre pool plus sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi residential delegates can relax in the Health Club after a productive day, followed by a good night’s sleep.

Delegates are assured of top quality facilities and excellent service provided by our friendly team. One of our dedicated conference coordinators will work with you to ensure that all of your requirements are met and your event is a resounding success.

Whatever the reason for your visit you are always assured a warm and friendly welcome at the Ramada Resort Grantham.

MEETING ROOM

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

300

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

ALLINGTON SUITE

300

180

100

90

170

200

23

3

10.5

NEWTON SUITE

150

70

50

50

60

96

15

2.3

7.5

BARKSTON SUITE

90

55

40

40

18

–

16.2

2

4.6

MARSTON SUITE

30

12

15

13

–

–

6.1

2

5.3

HOUGHAM SUITE

30

12

15

13

–

–

6.1

2

5.3

SYNDICATE ROOMS

–

–

8

–

–

–

–

–

–

VENUES | THE MIDLANDS 131

BET365 STADIUM STANLEY MATTHEWS WAY STOKE-ON-TRENT STAFFORDSHIRE ST4 4EG

T 01782 592233 E EVENTS@STOKECITYFC.COM W WWW.STOKECITYFC.COM

"A super location and flexibility of meeting space make for a winning choice."

CARL BRINDLEY

132 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

STOKE CITY FOOTBALL CLUB Hold your corporate event at the bet365 Stadium.

A substantial amount of investment in the upgrade of facilities over the past couple of years and has enabled the bet365 Stadium to fully utilise its excellent location in the heart of the country, by attracting a wide range of off-the-field events.

With executive catering for more than 1,000 people, a variety of function suites to choose from, and a number of large car parks, which can be used for many different purposes including the installation of an 800 square metre marquee, there are a multitude of possibilities to satisfy the needs and budgets of event planners.

MEETING ROOM

The Tony Waddington Suite is a popular choice for many functions with its capacity to hold up to 350 people banqueting style for dining, as well as even larger events including exhibitions, conferences and other special business occasions. For those seeking to accommodate smaller numbers, there is the nearby Stanley Matthews Lounge, the 1863 Lounge, The Gordon Banks Suite and Chairman’s Suite on level three, while executive suites on levels two and four are also available to hire as meeting rooms or break out facilities.

The Club have a team who specialise in the field of event planning, with the expertise and attention to detail to deliver the perfect event.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1000

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

TONY WADDINGTON SUITE

400

100

50

50

200

350

23.725

3

22.48

STANLEY MATTHEWS LOUNGE

170

60

40

30

84

160

23.72

2.3

10

1863 LOUNGE

100

–

28

30

42

130

16.9

2.9

11

STUDIO 1 OR 2

–

–

20

–

–

–

6.8

2.9

5.3

EXECUTIVE SUITE(S)

–

–

10

–

–

–

5.2

2.9

3.4

GORDON BANKS SUITE

40

10

20

16

24

32

9.3

3

5.7

CHAIRMAN'S SUITE

40

10

16

12

18

30

7.9

3

5.7

PLAYERS' LOUNGE

50

15

30

24

–

–

9.3

3

6.85

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LONDON ROAD TOWCESTER NORTHANTS NN12 6LB

T 01327 353414 E EVENTS@TOWCESTER-RACECOURSE.CO.UK W WWW.TOWCESTER-RACECOURSE.CO.UK

"Towcester Racecourse function room hire provides a stunning location in which to stage your corporate event and beyond, offering you and your delegates a unique business venue."

MEGAN GAMMAGE

134 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

TOWCESTER RACECOURSE AND CONFERENCE CENTER Set in beautiful parkland, Towcester racecourse is one of the most picturesque racing and events venues in the country. Being centrally located to all major commuting networks – the M1, M40, A43 and A5 makes our conference center the perfect choice for your event.

Towcester Racecourse has a proud reputation for having hosted events for some of the country’s most prestigious corporations. Our unique venue with its surrounding countryside and state-of-the-art facilities is the perfect setting to launch any product, from garden machinery to cars and trucks.

Bar 4000 and its adjoining marquee is the ideal layout for a large number of people and the area’s flexibility means that small-scale events can also be perfectly accommodated. Bar 4000 also

offers ample exhibition space under a high ceiling, with direct vehicle access and loading bay.

Purpose designed for corporate use, both the Empress Stand and Grace Stand boast commanding views over the racecourse and the rolling Northamptonshire countryside, offering you and your delegates a spectacular view. The Empress Suite is an excellent space for meetings and conferences with its ability to suit many styles from cabaret and theatre to boardroom and even gala dinners it makes for a completely unique event space.

We allow you the flexibility to stage even the most complex of events from large product launches, executive meetings or an exclusive event for 300 guests, our team will ensure your objectives are fulfilled.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

230

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

EMPRESS SUITE

400

230

180

160

230

200

38.12

3

W (M) 9.9

POMFRET SUITE

180

110

80

60

70

120

24.72

3.03

8.52

EMPEROR BOX

50

30

30

20

40

60

14.23

2.65

9.87

BOX 1

55

30

20

16

30

50

6.56

2.4

7.71

BOX 2

30

20

10

10

20

20

6

2.4

7

BOX 3

35

30

10

10

25

30

6.5

2.4

7

BOX 4

40

20

20

16

30

30

6.56

2.4

7.71

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UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK GIBBET HILL RD COVENTRY CV4 7AL

T 024 7652 3222 E CONFERENCES@WARWICK.AC.UK W WWW2.WARWICK.AC.UK/SERVICES/CONFERENCES

"The spaces on offer at Warwick Conferences are hugely diverse and can accommodate an event of any size and complexity."

NIAMH HILES

136 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

WARWICK CONFERENCES Located in the heart of the UK, within the world-renowned University of Warwick Campus.

Warwick Conferences is a collection of three outstanding training and conference centres Scarman, Radcliffe and Arden, facilitating up to 180 delegates. We also offer relaxed meeting environments designed to inspire creativity.

In these spaces furniture and flip charts are forgotten, bean bags become your chairs and the chalkboard walls become your thought space.

Our new venue, The Slate is 650 square metres of flat-floor space for up to 400 delegates.

Available for exclusive use only, built from BREEAM architecture, and adorned with a glass facade situated on a lake, The Slate is there for you to make your mark and it's a venue that's as flexible as you are. For larger events up to 1,200, we also use the eclectic spaces in and around the University.

When it comes to food, we’ve got some of the country’s best produce on our doorstep.

Wherever we can, we make the most of it, using locally sourced ingredients, supporting leading local producers and have been awarded Soil Association accreditation. Whatever your choice with us, you’ll find that fine food, cooked well and to your requirements is always flavour of the month.

Our scale of accommodation is exceptional.

With 1,600 bedrooms across our venues, we’ve got something to suit every need and budget.

Our spaces range from hotel-styled rooms to simple campus bedrooms.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

1200

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM TIERED LECTURE THEATRE, SC

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

130

–

–

–

–

–

10.2

–

16.9

LARGE KITCHEN SPACE, SC

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

SPACE 9, LIVING SPACE, SC

–

–

–

–

15

15

6

–

7

110

50

40

32

60

60

–

–

–

1,200

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

550

192

100

264

264

–

–

– 15

SPACE 42, SC BUTTERWORTH HALL, CPK PANORAMA, CPK SPACE 2, RD

180

74

48

32

80

80

8.6

–

SPACE 5, RD

100

44

38

30

46

46

7.5

–

11

SPACE 3, AR

100

48

28

20

40

40

9

–

10.1

SPACE 9, AR

25

18

18

14

12

12

5.05

–

5.5

KEY: SC = Scarman, CPK = Conference Park, RD = Radcliffe, AR = Arden

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YARNFIELD STONE STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 0NL

T 01785 762900 E INFO@YARNFIELDPARK.CO.UK W WWW.YARNFIELDPARK.COM

"Yarnfield Park is ideally located and provides the best environment for learning with over 30 flexible conference and training spaces, extensive accommodation and first class catering."

CARL BRINDLEY

138 MEETINGS GUIDE 2018

YARNFIELD PARK TRAINING & CONFERENCE CENTRE Yarnfield Park is well versed in organising and accommodating a range of events from small to large scale, whether you’re looking for a specific one off conference, regular training courses or a series of events. Its central location makes it easily accessible, close to the M6 and only 1½ hours by train from London.

With a successful track record in delivering residential conference and training programmes for associations, government and corporate clients, it offers 32 diverse meeting spaces, the Knighton Suite being the largest space, suitable for up to 450 delegates, along with multiple breakout spaces.

Catering is at the heart of any training event or conference at Yarnfield Park, whether you are with us for a day meeting or a residential

conference. We offer a wide variety of conference and catering options for your events, from our all-inclusive day delegate choices through to individually designed menus.

The venue also has one of the UK’s fastest free Internet and Wi-Fi solutions with a dedicated 300Mbps capacity allowing up to 800 devices to be connected at any one time.

In addition, there are 338 en suite bedrooms, masses of outdoor space for team building, free car parking and a central location and equal distance between Birmingham and Manchester.

As one of the UK’s largest conference centres, we’re able to offer huge flexibility and choice when it comes to choosing the right facilities and space for your event, big or small.

MAXIMUM DELEGATE CAPACIT Y

450

Featured below are a selection of some of the rooms we have available for use. For details of other available rooms, please visit our website or get in touch.

MEETING ROOM

THEATRE

CLASSROOM

BOARDROOM

U-SHAPE

CABARET

BANQUET

L (M)

H (M)

W (M)

KNIGHTON SUITE

450

HOWDEN SUITE

250

80

36

44

224

80

28

30

128

280

19

2.84

14.8

160

15.4

2.84

LEIGHTON SUITE

250

80

28

30

14.8

128

160

15.9

2.84

MAPLE SUITE

110

40

34

15

40

60

70

14.99

2.84

7.1

WILLOW SUITE

110

40

MEETING ROOM 3

30

24

34

40

60

70

15.77

2.84

7.1

20

16

24

30

10.7

2.84

4.52

MEETING ROOM 7

120

MEETING ROOM 10

20

48

36

34

60

70

15.4

2.84

7.8

12

12

–

–

–

7.16

2.84

3.4

MEETING ROOM 11 MEETING ROOM 12

50

18

22

20

32

40

9.27

2.84

7.1

50

22

24

24

32

40

9.2

2.84

7.0

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