Gwasanaethau Cynadleddau, Prifysgol Bangor University, Conferencing Services

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Bangor offers an experience unlike any other.

Historical landscapes, mythical legends, arts and crafts as well as a taste of the modern; the space to explore them all is in abundance.

Let the dramatic scenery inspire you while our facilities at Bangor University impress you. With a dedicated team of staff on hand throughout your visit, we have everything you need to ensure your time with us is memorable.

So whether you’re a group of 3 or a company of 300, if you’re looking for an inspirational location, nature’s own adventure playground, a dramatic wedding venue, or a place to rest your head between activities in North Wales, then join us at Bangor .

Time, space and freedom to explore beautiful NORTH WALES

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Conferences We’ll take care of you We pride ourselves in our ability to provide conference organisers with a comprehensive and personalised service, where flexibility and customer service are key.

We will find the most suitable venues, those with facilities that match your requirements, availability and budget. We provide the support you need to achieve your goal – a successful and memorable conference.

Bangor is the ‘greenest’ University in Wales and one of the best in the UK according to ‘People and Planet’ We are committed to continual environmental improvement and achieved the highest grade in the Green Dragon Environmental Standard for our Environment Management System.

Our Green Dragon and Green League Awards

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We offer...

• Individually tailored packages

• Fine dining

• Catered individual & group accommodation

• Corporate meeting space

• Conference & banqueting • Weddings

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• Social functions • Executive boardroom hire • On site leisure facilities

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Meetings

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Meeting Rooms We’re confident we have some of the most delightful and unusual venues the UK can offer.

They lend themselves perfectly to residential conferences, day meetings, training away days, lectures, exhibitions, gatherings and award ceremonies.

The University’s meeting rooms are available to all. In total there are over 30 meeting rooms with capacities from 5 to 500, with most available all year.

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Cabaret Style

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Past customers have commented that the change of environment and peaceful atmosphere of Bangor and the surroundings have enabled delegates to really concentrate on the work in hand.This peacefulness is complemented by the stunning scenery and easy access to an array of natural resources.

Technical Services Conference spaces that have never looked better Our meeting rooms have undergone extensive refurbishment and some of our lecture theatres are now equipped with brand new, highdefinition, widescreen audio visual projectors, with further developments planned. Our lecture theatres and meeting rooms are usually equipped with a data projector and fixed PC as standard or there is the option to connect your own laptop.

All larger rooms have a wireless microphone as standard. Extra sets and microphones in smaller rooms can be arranged but should be booked in advance.

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Main Arts Floor Plans Lecture Rooms

Council Chamber

First Floor

Main Arts Lecture Theatre Prichard Jones Hall

Powis Hall Ground Floor

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Prichard Jones Hall

15.30m

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Powis Hall 17.89m

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Main Arts Lecture Theatre

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Council Chamber

First Floor

83.2m2

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13.74m Ground Floor

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Lecture Rooms

14.76m 7.95m

Lecture Room 1 69.70m2 8.94m

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Lecture Room 2 90.41m2

Lecture Room 3 90.75m2

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Lecture Room 4 115.03m2

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Lecture Room 5 79.10m2

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Reichel Hall

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Catering We’re passionate about food!

We care about what goes into our food so we only use the freshest ingredients, the best quality products and local suppliers wherever possible. This means with every meal you’re experiencing home made and lovingly crafted cuisine.

We offer exceptional quality, choice and value for money throughout our range of menus. Choose from a wide selection, whether it’s simple refreshments or a working lunch, a more formal two or three course lunch, or perhaps an evening gala dinner.

We pride ourselves in catering to our customers needs. So if you require something a little different for your event then all you have to do is ask!

Bangor University is Fairtrade accredited.

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Accommodation Our 4 star campus has excellent views of the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Straits.

All bedrooms are single occupancy only and have en-suite and WC facilities.

All bed linen and towels are provided. Bedrooms are arranged in units of 8 rooms.

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Conference Packages Conference 24hr Rate Includes bed and breakfast, morning refreshments, lunch, afternoon refreshments three course dinner.

Day Delegate Rate Day delegate rate includes an element of room hire for the Main Plenary Room appropriate to the size of the group, morning refreshments, 2 course buffet lunch and afternoon refreshments.

A range of conference dinners from buffets through to formal gala dinners with tailor made menus to suit your budget requirements.

Current prices

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Events With our talented staff, experienced managers and wide range of venues we can help you organise an event to remember.

We have worked with national organisations to arrange formal dinners, concerts and helped our customers to enjoy memorable wedding receptions and society functions.

Here to help..

Our Events Team are here to help you realise your vision and relieve you of the organisational pressures so that you can enjoy a stress free event along with your guests.

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Education

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Education We are proud to support the University`s educational aims by providing facilities and services for schools and Universities visiting North Wales.

Whether you are looking for a base for fieldwork, or you need an introduction to higher education courses for your pupils, we work closely with the University’s student recruitment services and are always happy to respond to any particular requirements.

Higher Education programme

Additional facilities In addition to your accommodation package you may wish to use our science laboratories or computer labs. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

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Accommodation Much of our 4 star campus accommodation has excellent views of the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Straits.

All bedrooms are single occupancy only and have en-suite and WC. All bed linen and towels are provided. Bedrooms are arranged in units of 8 rooms.

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Catering We’re passionate about food!

We care about what goes into our food so we only use the freshest ingredients, the best quality products and local suppliers wherever possible. This means with every meal you’re experiencing home made and lovingly crafted cuisine.

We offer exceptional quality, choice and value for money throughout our range of menus. Choose from a wide selection, whether it’s simple refreshments or a working lunch, a more formal two or three course lunch, or perhaps an evening gala dinner.

We pride ourselves in catering to our customers needs. So if you require something a little different for your event then all you have to do is ask!

Bangor University is Fairtrade accredited.

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Holidays A great place to visit....

Here to help....

Whether you’re a group of 3 or a company of 300, if you’re looking for an inspirational location, nature’s own adventure playground, or a place to rest your head between activities in North Wales,then join us at Bangor.

Organising a group holiday can be a stressful experience and our friendly, helpful staff offer a comprehensive information service which combines our excellent knowledge of the area with a network of expert local contacts to ensure that your itinerary both delights and surprises your group!

Group accommodation packages Our accommodation packages offer groups a high quality catering and accommodation in single, en-suite rooms.

Catering is of exceptionally high standard with specially designed menus to include full breakfast, packed lunches or hot lunches and evening meals.

Many groups also choose to have a celebration dinner during their stay and we can offer a range of special menus and entertainment, such as a Welsh harpist or disco to make the evening memorable.

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Bangor is ideally placed for touring the Snowdonia National Park, and the beautiful Isle of Anglesey, and yet is easily accessible from across the country to help you plan your visit. We can suggest itineraries for you and provide local contacts to organise visits to places by special arrangement We hope that we will have the pleasure of welcoming you to Bangor, please do not hesitate to contact us for more information.

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Penrhyn Castle

Llechwedd Slate Caverns Green Wood Forest Park Ropes and Ladders The Fun Centre

Nant Gwrtheyrn Inigo Jones Slate Works Tree Top Adventure Llanberis Lake Railway Lloyd George Museum National Slate Museum Gwynedd Museum & Art Gallery Electric Mountain

Quaker Heritage Centre Snowdon Mountain Railway On the Quay at Barmouth Sygun Copper Mine Glynllifon Park

• Trefriw Woollen Mills • Padarn Country Park • Oriel Plas Glyn-y-Weddw Arts Centre • Caernarfon Castle (CADW) • Glasfryn Parc Activity Centre • Conwy Castle (CADW) • Caban Cafe

• Criccieth Castle (CADW) • King Arthur’s Labyrinth • Harlech Castle (CADW) • Bodnant Garden

• Plas Mawr Elizabethan Town House (CADW) • Portmeirion

• Beaumaris Castle (CADW) • Welsh Highland Railway • Cadwaladers Ice Cream

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Weddings eich diwrnod chi it’s your day

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Weddings

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hy not hold your wedding at a venue steeped in history and grandeur, yet intimate enough to ensure that personal touch.

We have a choice of 5 licensed rooms including the prestigious Pritchard Jones Hall or perhaps one of the elegant Teras Rooms, that enjoy striking views over the city, Hirael Bay and surrounding mountain range.

Please speak to one of our team who will be delighted to discuss your hopes and aspirations for your big day...

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idden away within our grounds is an elegant selection of venues providing ideal locations for you and your wedding party. We invite you to choose from the traditional and impressive Main Arts Building, or the versatility and charm of our more contemporary and recently renovated Reichel Hall with its sweeping lawn. These beautiful locations make a dramatic and impressive setting for your photographs, and the welcoming ambience ensures it is a very special place for that magical day. The variety of venues to choose from really puts the University in a league of its own.

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Prichard Jones Hall

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his is a venue for those seeking somewhere truly out of the ordinary, either for an evening celebration, a daytime wedding breakfast or wedding ceremony. This is the largest of our venues, able to host a ceremony for up to 400 guests and a reception for up to 240 guests.

This is a grand hall for a grand celebration, complete with balcony seating and polished wood floors.

Capacity - up to 240 formally seated or 400 maximum capacity

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Powis Hall

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delightfully atmospheric and historic room, renowned for its acoustics and subtle elegance.

With a raised stage and stunning wall mural, Powis Hall will accommodate your wedding ceremony, wedding breakfast or an evening celebration.

Capacity - up to 90 formally seated or 200 maximum capacity

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Reichel Hall

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eichel Hall is a short drive from the Main Arts Building, slightly elevated from its own entrance off Ffriddoedd Road. This striking 1940’s building has been brought back to life with a modern twist. Choose to host your reception from a selection of rooms ranging in size but all of which offer the same feeling of space and light with their high ceilings and enormous windows.

Capacity in various rooms - 50 to 115 seated Capacity in various rooms - 50 to 150 for informal buffet

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Civil Ceremonies

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t Bangor University we have the luxury of having five licensed rooms for civil ceremonies. For large weddings, Powis Hall and Prichard Jones Hall can accommodate up to 200 and 400 respectively.

Then we have our more intimate Teras Rooms that enjoy striking views over the city, Hirael Bay and surrounding mountain range.

For an intimate ceremony, our two smaller rooms can accommodate up to 20 guests in each. Our larger room accommodates up to 60 guests for a ceremony and up to 50 for a wedding breakfast.

Additionally, The Teras Lounge is located next to these beautiful rooms and is perfect for hosting your drinks reception or a wedding breakfast. Direct access to the outside from the Teras Lounge provides the imposing backdrop of the Main Arts historic building for your photographs.

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e have an experienced team of event staff offering a warm welcome, dedicated to ensuring that everything runs smoothly both prior to and during the day itself.

Our award-winning chef will create menus to delight you and our skilled team ensure your every wish is catered for. Let us know if you have something more specific in mind which is not from our example menus, the only limit is your imagination. We also accommodate special dietary requirements.

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e can offer you advice, answer your queries and provide any assistance you may need in the organisation of your ceremony and reception. Flexibility is paramount and we will do everything we can to meet your individual requirements. This is your special day and we want to make sure everything is just right for you.

Bangor University is an unforgettable venue for your unforgettable day, but most importantly for us...

it’s your day

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e understand that the decision of where to hold your wedding and reception is hugely significant, so why not arrange a completely free and no-obligation viewing? We’d be delighted to meet you, to show you around our venues and talk through your requirements and we’re confident you will depart impressed. We can guide you in the direction of professionals who have worked with us before - photographers, florists, cake makers and chauffeurs to name but a few.

Please speak to us on 01248 383609 or email weddings@bangor.ac.uk

BANGOR Reichel Hall

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General Information Getting here The city of Bangor lies between the Menai Strait and the Snowdonia National Park.

Travel directions Bangor is probably easier (and quicker) to get to than you might think (by road, rail or bus)!

By road Our interactive location map (provided by Google map) provides you with directions to Bangor, using your postcode as the starting point. You can also ‘zoom-out’ to see exactly where we are located.

If you have a Satellite Navigation system in your car then using LL57 2UW will get you to Bangor, near to the Deiniol Building

By bus TrawsCambria serves Bangor daily and links with services to South and West Wales, Wrexham and Barmouth. Go to www.trawscambria.info for details.

Mae nifer o wasanaethau yn rhedeg yn gyson i Fangor. Os ydych am deithio ar y bws, ewch i wefan Traveline Cymru i gynllunio’ch taith neu ffoniwch 0871 200 22 33.

Traws Cambria - www.trawscambria.info

By rail See the National Rail website for frequent train services to Bangor station.

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General Information Getting here By sea If you’re coming to Bangor from Ireland you’ll be able to cross on the ferry to Holyhead, please see these external websites for timetables: www.irishferries.com www.stenaline.com If you are arriving at Holyhead, there is a rail link to Bangor (journey time about 30 minutes).Check National Rail website for details.

By air If you are arriving at Manchester or Liverpool Airport, there is a rail link to Bangor running frequently. Please check the National Rail website for further details.

Flights to Manchester: www.manairport.co.uk Flights to Liverpool : www.liverpooljohnlennonairport.com Anglesey Airport Anglesey Airport has hour-long flights between Cardiff International and Anglesey.

Visit www.maesawyrmon.com for more information.

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Conferences@Bangor Conference Office Reichel Hall Bangor University Ffriddoedd Road Bangor Gwynedd North Wales LL57 2TR Phone: 01248 388088 conferences@bangor.ac.uk www.bangor.ac.uk/conferences

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