manchester conference & exhibition guide 2012/13

The Manchester Conference & Exhibition Guide 2012/13

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The convention bureau here at VisitManchester will help you every step of theway - from finding the perfect venue andsecuring accommodation for delegates tohelp with applications for civic funding andthe options surrounding city dressing.

You’ll also find information about thehidden gems that will make any socialprogramme a hit and details of the nationaland international connectivity provided byManchester Airport.

Our colleagues at Congrex have also pulledtogether a few top tips for how to plan areally successful conference.

For more in-depth profiles of each of thevenues outlined in this guide, or to submitan event enquiry to the team, check out:visitmanchester.com/conference

Alternatively, if you would like to discuss therequirements of your event, give us a call on+44 (0)161 238 4597. You can also follow theteam on Twitter: @mcr_conf

We look forward to welcoming you toManchester.

Paul SimpsonManaging Director, Visit Manchester

visitmanchester.com | @visit_mcr

How to UseWe hope you find the information in thisguide useful, we’ve tried to include all youneed to make choosing Manchester andplanning for your event easy. The directorypart of the guide is broken down into eighteasy to use sections, each giving outdetailed information about the venues.We’ve also included handy info boxesproviding at-a-glance facts about the venues’meeting and conference facilities.

The diagram below will provide you with anoverview of what you need to know:

GTBS – indicates whether a venue is partof the Green Tourism Business Scheme.This is a national sustainable tourismcertification scheme recognised byVisitBritain.

AIM – the only recognised accreditationscheme for the meetings industry in the UK.A quality indicator for conference, meetingand conference service suppliers.

Leisure – this indicates whether a venueoffers an onsite gym, swimming pool orspa facilities.

Welcome to theManchester Conference &Exhibition Guide 2012/13If you’re organising a meeting, incentiveexperience, conference or event inManchester – this is the guide for you.

The following pages showcase the city’sbusiness tourism product – highlighting itspurpose built conference centres, ‘out of theordinary’ spaces, academic venues, hotelsand accommodation providers. We’ve alsooutlined the local service providers andtransport operators that can contributetowards a successful event.

Contents

Features

02 - 02 Manchester’s Convention Bureau

03 - 03 Looking Ahead

04 - 05 Ten Tips for Foolproof Conference Planning

06 - 07 News & Developments

08 - 09 Ten Ways to Discover Manchester

10 - 11 Dining Rooms of Distinction

12 - 12 Cocktail Hour

13 - 14 Greater Manchester’sHidden Gems

15 - 15 Gateway to a Great Get-away

69 -69 Manchester Airport

90 - 90 Transport Information

92 - 93 Maps

94 - 95 Venues & Services Index

96 - 96 The Last Word

Venue & Services Listings

16 - 21 Manchester Central Convention Complex

22 - 41 Conference Centres & Hotels

42 - 65 Out of the Ordinary Venues

66 - 69 Airport Venues

70 - 77 Academic Venues

78 - 81 Accommodation Only

82 - 85 Service Providers

86 - 91 Transport Providers

Editorial PhotographyPercy Dean, Jonty Wilde, Jan Chlebik,Ben Page, Photolink, David Lake, Carl Hodgson,Northwest Regional Development Agency

Visit Manchester is the Tourist Board for Greater Manchester and is a division of Marketing Manchester, the agency charged with promoting Manchester on a national andinternational stage. For further information please visit marketingmanchester.comor contact (0161) 237 1010.

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - someGTBS Accredited YesAIM Accredited Entry

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We understand how daunting a prospect itcan be to host a conference in a destinationthat you may not be familiar with. But with ateam of dedicated conference and meetingprofessionals who specialise in eventplanning, bidding, client support, who alsohave local knowledge that is second to none,you can be sure that every aspect of yourconference is expertly planned and runssmoothly. The team understand what youneed to make a good event a great one.What's more, they do everything for free.

The team, and the city as a whole, take greatpleasure in hosting events. The conferenceand events specialists work tirelessly withorganisers so that they can get under theskin of the event and gain an understandingof your key objectives. You’ll be assigned asingle point of contact for your conference- meaning that a dedicated professional willbe with you from your initial enquirythrough to post event evaluation. This closeworking relationship enables them to notonly provide services to meet your needs,but to make suggestions that add value to an

event, improving the delegate experienceand the return on investment to both youand your delegates.

There are a range of complimentaryservices, from finding the right venue,accommodation booking, negotiating pricesand processing bookings on your behalf, tosocial programme planning, organisingincentive events and sourcing suppliers forevery conceivable conference need. Theycan also help with securing key speakersand civic receptions; liaising with othercity stakeholders to deliver services such ascity dressing, security and road closures forconference parades. Should you wish toconduct a site visit, the team can arrange thiswith ease.

Why not discover first-hand whatManchester can do for you? Call the team on +44 (0)161 238 4597 or head tovisitmanchester.com/conference to findout how the team can help your event tobe a resounding success.

Nice things peoplesay aboutManchesterManchester has a proven track record ofhosting world-class events and is firmlyestablished on the worldwide conventionand events stage as a leading destination.But don’t just take our word for it; hearfirst hand from the organisers of some ofManchester’s success stories.

“It’s a thrill to be holding the ECRO congressin Manchester and the help from the staff at Visit Manchester has been invaluable.The congress is an established forum forinteraction of leading scientists and youngresearchers and we expect intense scientificdiscussions as well as social interaction.”

Professor Krishna Persaud, The EuropeanChemoreception Organisation (ECRO)

“I had never been to Manchester and had a picture in my head of a grim, cold,industrial town..Well, how mistaken could I be? From the minute I stepped off thetrain, I was absolutely amazed at theexperiences and the welcome I received.From the fantastic hospitality to some ofthe most stunning venues and the greatservice, I simply couldn't find fault with my trip. As a delegate, Manchestercertainly does the conference and meetingindustry proud. I can't wait to go back”

Samme Allen, MPI President, speaking after the MPI UK & Ireland Board Meeting

“Visit Manchester’s support has beeninvaluable in helping us to bring a truly international gathering of world-leading scientists to Manchester. It is a thrill for me to host this meeting inManchester. The event was a wonderfulopportunity to showcase Manchester asa vibrant and cosmopolitan city.”

Professor Dean Jackson, International Chromosome Conference (ICC)

Manchester’s Convention BureauHere to help you plan a successful conference


FestivalsFutureEverythingMay 2012 | futureeverything.org

Sounds From the Other City, SalfordMay 2012 | soundsfromtheothercity.com

Manchester Day Parade10 June 2012 | themanchesterdayparade.co.uk

Manchester Jazz FestivalJuly 2012 | manchesterjazz.com

Manchester Pride17 – 27 August 2012 | manchesterpride.com

Rochdale Canal Festival18 - 26 August 2012 | thewaterwaystrust.org.uk

Bolton Food & Drink Festival24 - 27 August | boltonfoodanddrinkfestival.com

Manchester Food & Drink FestivalOctober 2012 | foodanddrinkfestival.com

Manchester Comedy FestivalOctober 2012 | manchestercomedyfestival.co.uk

The Manchester Weekender12 - 14 October 2012 | creativetourist.com

Manchester Science FestivalOctober 2012 | manchestersciencefestival.com

Manchester Literature FestivalOctober 2012 | manchesterliteraturefestival.co.uk

Looking Ahead

CultureTurn Dance FestivalMay 2012 | contactmcr.com

Tatton Park Biennial, ‘Flights of Fancy’May - September 2012 | tattonparkbiennial.org

Alan Turing & Life’s EnigmaMarch - November 2012 museum.manchester.ac.uk

Museums at Night FestivalMay 2012 | culture24.org.uk

Temperance & the Working Class ExhibitionJuly 2012 | phm.org.uk

The First Cut ExhibitionOctober 2012 | manchestergalleries.org

SportGreater Manchester Marathon29 April 2012 | greatermanchestermarathon.com

European Taekwondo ChampionshipsMay 2012

Manchester Rugby 7sMay 2012 | manchesterrugby7s.com

Bupa Great Manchester Run20 May 2012 | greatrun.org

NBA BasketballJuly 2012 | nba.com/uk

London 2012 Olympic Games (Football)25 July - 7 August 2012

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

International ConferencesSoccerex European ForumMarch 2012 & 2013 | soccerex.com/events/europe

European Biosafety AssociationJune 2012 | ebsaweb.eu

IEEE 1st Imaging Systems & TechniquesConferenceJuly 2012 | ieee.org

European Nuclear Society Top Fuel ConferenceSeptember 2012 | euronuclear.org

European Microscopy CongressSeptember 2012 | emc2012.org.uk

Congress of the International Society ofPediatric Sleep DisordersDecember 2012 | pedsleep.org

National ConferencesMS Life ConventionApril 2012 | mssociety.org.uk

Institute of Civil Engineers ConferenceApril 2012 | ice.org.uk

7th Annual Light Rail ConferenceMay 2012 | lrtf.org.uk

Chartered Institute of HousingAnnual Conference and ExhibitionJune 2012 | cihhousing.com

The Annual Hotel ConferenceOctober 2012 | theahc.co.uk

To view a comprehensive list of conferences and to upload your own go to visitmanchester.com/conference


If only planning conferences were as straightforward as peopleoutside the industry think it is.Book a venue, invite your delegates and you’re done. Right? Your audience will happilyinvest their time, money andattend without question, don’tthey? In short, no, they won’t.

In today’s competitive marketplace, with thecontinued tightening of budgets, it’s moreimportant than ever to provide value andreturn on investment to your delegates.

The key thing to planning a successfulconference or event is to bear in mind the4Ds: Design, develop, deliver and delight.

• Design a detailed and succinct conference plan

• Develop a programme that’s attractive, intriguing and of value to your potential delegates

• Deliver to the best of your ability • Delight your delegates, stakeholders,

suppliers and your team.

In order to make the 4Ds a reality, don’t forgetto create a roadmap. These ten tips willensure your next conference is a success.

Ten Tips forFoolproof Conference PlanningBy Martin Boyle, director of association andconference development, Congrex UK Ltd


1. Do your researchConsider why you’re thinking about organisinga conference. Does this conference have asuccessful history or are you planning theinaugural conference? It’s important to havea realistic assessment of the requirementsof the host and their colleagues. You’ll alsoneed to evaluate the skill sets within youror your clients’ organisation and who/whatcan be available and committed to theplanning process. Research the delegatesso that you know what their expectationsare before they arrive onsite.

2. Share the loadIt is important to try and involve otherpeople that can add value by bringingknowledge and expertise as well as sharingsome of the tasks involved.

3. Define rolesWhere does the expertise lie within yourteam? Set clear and measureable tasks foreach member and ensure that theyunderstand how their involvementcontributes to the success of the conference.

4. Prepare for the worstYou should consider all eventualities in yourconference strategy to ensure there are nocostly or embarrassing surprises.Contingency strategies are essential – askyourself ‘what if?’ every step of the way.

5. Devise a financial plan for all scenariosThe tip here is to plan for two scenarios. Onewith a desired level of attendance that includesall of the ‘nice to have’ options for thedelegates’, (for example, three course lunch,state-of-the-art AV, high-end giveaways) andanother that’s more stripped down (boxedor cash lunches, basic AV, etc). You can thenassess what can stay and what needs to bereduced throughout the planning phases inthe lead up to your conference start date,depending on your budget/income.

6. Build a timelineSet a clear timeline within your conferencestrategy with key performance indicators(KPIs) along the way. These KPIs will helpto assess if you’re on target to achieve thedesired performance levels and allow youto adjust strategy if needed.

7. Make sure everyone is on the same pageIt is essential that all parties involved in thedelivery of the event understand the mainobjective for the conference and what thedesired outcome is. This includes everyonefrom service providers, venue team andvolunteers to the host city partners.

8. Accelerated accountsTry to reconcile your accounts as quickly aspossible. But don’t forget attention to detailis essential.

9. Gather feedbackThere are lots of tools available to helpgather delegate, partner and sponsors’feedback. Whether you do this through theuse of external tools or carry this out as partof your service, it is important to gather andreport on feedback to recommend strategyadjustments for future conferences. Applywhat you have learned from this conferenceto your/your clients’ next one.

10. Choose Manchester!Manchester has over 250 inspiring venuesand fantastic entertainment options that willimpress even the most discerning delegates.Plus the experts at Visit Manchester canadvise on venues, infrastructure, andsuppliers and they are able to put you intouch with a variety of people who canenhance your conference, from the CityCouncil to the academic community.

For further information on Congrex UK Ltd see page 85.

News & Developments

National Football MuseumManchester will welcome the National FootballMuseum in 2012. The NFM will become one of thecity’s ‘must see’ attractions incorporating threefloors of legendary objects, stories, ‘hands on’interactives and a changing temporary exhibitionprogramme showing that it’s not just football –fashion, art and photography will also bring thestory to life. The Museum will provide a permanenthome for its nationally-recognised Hall of Fame,with new legends being inducted in a prestigiousannual awards ceremony.nationalfootballmuseum.com

MediaCityUKMediaCityUK has welcomed the arrival of its firsttenants; five BBC departments including Sport,Radio 5 Live and Children’s along with the showBlue Peter. They will be joined by BBC Breakfastlater in 2012. Other tenants who have moved intothe 36-acre community include ITV; the world’slongest running soap opera, Coronation Streetand the University of Salford. The community,which is on the Metrolink network, comprisesoffices, residential apartments, retail, event andleisure spaces, a 218 bedroom hotel as well ashigh quality public spaces.mediacityuk.co.uk

Manchester MetropolitanUniversity Business SchoolDue to open autumn 2012, the University’simpressive new Business School will offerspacious, stylish conference and events facilitiesunder a stunning glass atrium. As well as being astriking addition to Manchester’s contemporaryskyline, the new school will enhance theUniversity’s meeting and conferences facilitiesoffering additional lecture theatres, exhibition spaceand dining facilities. The Business School wasdesigned by award-winning sustainable architectsand will lead the way with its green credentials.business.mmu.ac.uk

Airport CityManchester Airport’s position as a word-leadingtransport hub is due to be enhanced with theannouncement that it will become an Airport Cityand form part of Manchester’s local EnterpriseZone. This £650m investment will transform theAirport and surrounding area into a leadingbusiness destination, bringing 2,400 additionalhotels rooms, restaurants and retail facilities aswell as a wealth of office space and logistics andwarehousing.manchesterairportez.co.uk

First Street and NOMATwo of Manchester iconic cultural institutions willmove to the city’s new Cultural Hub at First Street.The Hub will become home to the Cornerhouseand the Library Theatre Company Theatre. The£19m development, which will open in 2014, willalso house bars, restaurants, shops and two hotels.Another landmark development is NOMA. This£800m development will transform 20 acres ofManchester city centre into office, retail, leisureand residential space. NOMA will be the newhome of the Co-operative Group and will firmlyposition Manchester as key choice for businessin the UK.noma53.com

Hotel UpdateHoliday Inn Express Manchester City Centre -Manchester Arena is the latest hotel to open itsdoors in the city. The contemporary 192 bedroomhotel is conveniently located in the vibrant NorthernQuarter with its cosmopolitan mix of boutique shops,nightlife and art galleries. Max Serviced Apartmentshave also recently opened contemporaryaccommodation near Piccadilly railway station.Premier Inn will also be opening a 193 bedroomhotel in Piccadilly in 2012. Meliá Hotels have chosenManchester as the home of its four star 208-bedInnside Hotel, the first of its kind in the UK. Plansfor the hotel, due to open by summer 2014, includea restaurant, bar, spa and conference facilities.



Salford City StadiumSalford’s newest sporting and conference venueopened its doors in January 2012. The £26mstadium, which is one of the host venues for the2013 Rugby League World Cup, adds to GreaterManchester’s rich sporting and meetings offering.With a capacity of 12,000 and offering280 m² of external space and a wide range ofsuites the Stadium will become a favourite ofsports fans and events planners alike.salfordcitystadium.com

Year of the Co-operativesThe UN has declared 2012 the Year of the Co-operatives, recognising the diversity of themovement around the world. Rochdale, GreaterManchester will celebrate being the birthplace of the co-operative movement with a series ofevents being held throughout the year. This willculminate in November 2012 in Manchester withthe International Co-operative Alliance Expotaking place in the city.2012.coop

2012 Sporting HighlightsIt's an exciting year of world-class sports inManchester. Old Trafford, home of ManchesterUnited, will host nine of the London 2012 Olympicand Paralympic Games football matches. The citywill welcome competing nations including Team GBfootball team, who will kick start their campaign forglory at Old Trafford. Teams such as Swim Australiawill call Manchester home whilst training for theGames. The city will also host other excitingsporting competitions including NBA basketball,the Bingham World Cup and the EuropeanTaekwondo Championships.

Lancashire County Cricket ClubThe Club, which will be home of the Ashes in 2013,enters the second phase of its £32m redevelopment.The additional work will complement The Point, the venue’s conference and events facility. Whencompleted, the redevelopment will enhance theClub’s conference offerings providing state-of-the-art meetings and events facilities,additional accommodation and an extension tothe successful indoor Cricket School. lccc.co.uk

Food and Drink UpdateSet in the Malmaison Hotel, minutes fromPiccadilly station, Smoak Bar and Grill is one of thecity’s latest dining venues and offers the finest cutsof meat and fresh fish. Smoak is total indulgencefor the senses. Imagine great cocktails beingserved from an unusual sunken bar, with highlyskilled mixologists serving you while you stayseated. Another new arrival to Manchester’s diningscene is Jamie Oliver’s Jamie’s Italian. Located inthe Grade II listed former HSBC Bank building onthe trendy King Street and spanning over threefloors, the restaurant will also offer three separateprivate dining rooms. smoak-grill.com | jamieoliver.com/italian

Manchester CentralThe Hub at Manchester Central ConventionComplex will be the latest addition to the award-winning venue due to open in April 2012. Offeringstunning views out over Barbirolli Sq, The Hub is aself-contained, purpose built conference suite rightin the heart of the city centre. The suite of roomscan be combined to hold up to 221 delegatesproviding further breakout capacity. manchestercentral.co.uk

News & Developments

1. Be energetic…and squeeze in a walking tour ofManchester's city centre. There's no betterway to get to grips with your surroundings.Manchester has over twenty professionaltour guides who know the city inside out, allof whom provide guided walks, coachsightseeing and themed tours in and aroundManchester and the North West.

Each of the guides specialise in a variety offascinating subject areas. They can bring youup to date with Manchester's music scene,give you insight into Manchester’s quirkypast, or share recommendations about whatevents are taking place in the city. Bespoketours can be created in several differentlanguages, so whatever the topic of yourconference or seminars, a guided tour willcomplement it perfectly. manchesterguidedtours.com

2. Be entertained…with a calendar of city festivals and eventscovering everything from literature, poetry,comedy to jazz, coupled with a fine array ofmuseums, galleries, theatres and live musicvenues it's impossible not to be caught up inall that’s happening. visitmanchester.com

3. Be intrigued…by the Northern Quarter and discover howthe streets of Manchester were transformedinto 1940s New York for Captain America orVictorian London for Guy Ritchie’s SherlockHolmes. Hop onto a tram and head to TheQuays. This waterside haven is home to theImperial War Museum North an impressivebuilding which explores the effect of waron society with artefacts and an audiovisual presentation. northernqtr.co.uk | iwm.org.uk

4. Be sports crazy…at any of the four premiership teams inGreater Manchester. Manchester United,Manchester City and Bolton Wanderers allhave fascinating tours allowing you to treadin the footsteps of some of the most famousfootballers in the world. Cricket enthusiastscan catch a test match at the other OldTrafford, home to Lancashire County CricketClub. manutd.com | mcfc.co.ukbwfc.co.uk | lccc.co.uk

There’s plenty to do for those who prefer toparticipate. Why not test the track of theBritish Olympic Cycling Team at TheNational Cycling Centre? Take to the slopesat Chill Factore, the UK largest real indoorsnow centre, or adrenaline junkies can trytheir hand at indoor skydiving at Airkix. nationalcyclingcentre.com chillfactore.com | airkix.com

Ten Ways to Discover Manchester Whether you've got a break during your meeting, coming to the end of your conference and planning toexplore Manchester further, or putting together a social programme, it’s always difficult knowing where tobegin in a city you’re not familiar with. That’s why we’ve taken the hard work out of it and have put togethersome suggestions to help you and your delegates get the most out of Manchester.



5. Be inspired…by Manchester Art Gallery. This fantasticgallery houses the UK's finest Pre-Raphaeliteart collection in spectacular surroundings,with superb visitor facilities and friendly,welcoming staff. Surprise yourself with yourmusical talent and head to the world famousBand on the Wall to be part of the band.Alternatively, get on stage and stand in thesteps of musical greats at Manchester Arena. manchestergalleries.orgbandonthewall.org | men-arena.com

6. Be adventurous…by exploring the diversity of life andlandscape that can be found in GreaterManchester. Ride a steam locomotivethrough the rolling countryside, explorecanals, stately homes, picturesque villagesand traditional market towns in thesedistinctive districts.visitmanchester.com

7. Be indulgent…and reward yourself whilst you’re here. Takea chauffeur driven private tour with aManchester Tour Guide. Indulge in asumptuous Cantonese banquet from YangSing in Manchester’s Chinatown. Enjoy atraditional afternoon tea at the renownedMidland Hotel, where Mr. Rolls met Mr. Royceto form their iconic brand. Dine in style on theOrient Express Northern Belle and take inthe spectacular views.qhotels.co.uk | orient-express.com/uktrains

8. Be a culture vulture or a party animal…the city’s theatre and arts venues play hostto West End shows, plays, ballet and muchmore. So whether you’re looking for a quietpint in a traditional pub, want to dance thenight away in one of the city’s lively clubsand bars or enjoy live music, you areguaranteed to have a fun time in Manchester.visitmanchester.com

9. Be fashionable…in a city that’s in a league of its own when itcomes to shopping. From designer labels toindependent outlets, markets and shoppingcentres, Manchester’s shopping scene isdiverse. For exclusive labels visit ExchangeSquare for luxury retailers such as Selfridgesand Harvey Nichols. Manchester Arndaleand Market Street are awash with well-known high street brands and the bohemianNorthern Quarter offers independentboutiques, clothing emporiums such asAfflecks Palace, record stores and more.manchesterarndale.com | afflecks.com

10. Be relaxed…chill out at the luxurious spas in the LowryHotel, the Radisson Edwardian Manchesteror the Mere Golf Resort and Spa. Theserelaxing havens offer a wide selection oftreatments specifically designed to restorebody and mind.radissonedwardian.com/manchesterthemereresort.co.uk | roccofortehotels.com

For further itinerary suggestions or help with putting together a social programme contact Visit Manchester’s convention bureauon +44 (0)161 238 4597. The team’s expert knowledge of Greater Manchester will ensure that your delegates will enjoy all theregion has to offer. You can also check out visitmanchester.com/conference for further information.

Yet visitors could be missing a trick here. Formuch of the city’s style, culture and heritage– not to mention some of its finest cuisine – islocated right there in the elegant and varieddining rooms of Manchester’s hotels.

From the grandeur of Louis XV style and theintimacy of the Belle Époque’s Art Nouveauto the most glamorous of contemporarysurroundings, the city’s hotel restaurantsimpose their own graceful individuality andrelaxed ambience in which to enjoyoutstanding cooking.

The Midland Hotel, home to the renownedFrench Restaurant, has been at the epicentreof Manchester matters for more than acentury. It was here in 1904, a year after itwas built, that Hon Charles Stewart Rolls firstmet with Frederick Henry Royce. Two yearslater the world’s most famous motor carcompany was founded. The Parisian-styledFrench has served crowned heads, worldleaders, movie legends, rock stars andfootballing greats down the years with elegant,white-gloved panache. David and VictoriaBeckham dined here on their first date.

Head chef Paul Beckley’s modern Frenchcooking fashioned from the finest of localingredients has won the French two covetedAA rosettes and it was awarded LifeMagazine’s accolade ‘City Restaurant of theYear’ in 2010.

If the Midland’s majestic terracotta facadewas the iconic symbol of Mancunian prideand prosperity at the turn of the lastCentury, the Hilton Hotel, occupying the first23 storeys of the tallest building in the northof England, marks the confident renaissanceof the city following the devastation causedby the IRA bombing of 1996. With its discreetbanquette seating, dim lighting and crisplinen tablecloths, it has a sexy, old schoolNew York vibe and is an impressive settingfor any occasion.

David Gale, the Executive Chef and winnerof the Chef of the Year 2010 award at theManchester Food & Drink Festival, is astrong supporter of local producers,believing this allows him to satisfy the widedemographics and genre of the hotel.

Another star of the modern era is Sir RoccoForte’s five-star Lowry Hotel, dominating theSalford bank of the River Irwell at the headof the elegant Calatrava bridge. The style ofthe chic, award-winning River Bar andRestaurant is fully in tune with the rest ofthis prestigious hotel, an enduring favouriteof visiting sports and pop stars. Therestaurant has recently acquired the servicesof internationally-acclaimed New YorkerRyan Murphy as executive head chef.

With a culinary pedigree honed in Michelin-starred restaurants in Sweden, Austria andthe United States, where he worked withAlain Ducasse at Essex House and Jean-Georges Vongerichten at the Trump Tower,Murphy was among the re-opening brigadewhen the refurbishment of the world-renowned Savoy in London was completed.His cooking style reflects a modern, stylishapproach to classic dishes enabling the bestavailable seasonal ingredients to ‘sing’ withmaximum flavour.

Dining Rooms of Distinction

By Ray King

It’s almost instinctive; the hurly-burly of the day done, we return to the hotel, change, cleanup and head out again to catch a flavour of the city. And from Chinatown to the fashionablehaunts of Deansgate and beyond, Manchester’s vast range of bars and restaurants delivers a vibrant nightlife perfect for unwinding after a busy day of meetings and seminars.



Manchester’s wonderful Victorianarchitectural heritage owes much to theimaginative conversion and reuse of thegrand textile warehouses of the 19th Centurycity they nicknamed ‘Cottonopolis’. One ofthe most imposing and one of the first sightsto greet visitors arriving at Piccadilly railwaystation is now the Malmaison Hotel, one ofthe earliest of the boutique hotel group’s re-adaptations of striking buildings, blendingperiod features with a thoroughly modernapproach to hospitality.

The Art Noveau style of the former Brasseriehas given way to Smoak Bar and Grill, acontemporary American style diner withpewter counters and red leather boothseating that’s quite unlike anything that hasbeen seen before in the midst of aManchester hotel. The atmosphere’s chargedwith the aromas from the menu’s fresh fish,prime steaks and ribs, sizzling on its oak-fired grill. The ingredients – many of themsourced locally – are so good that thebutchery is on display.

The two-Michelin starred celebrity chefMichael Caines – hailed as ‘the UK’s No 1Restaurateur’ in the Sunday Times’ Food List- also recognised the potential of one ofManchester’s iconic textile palaces. Thedramatic red-sandstone Victorian building inPiccadilly, two minutes from the rail station,is one of Caines’ ABode Hotels group andboasts a signature Michael Caines Restaurantand MC Champagne Bar.

The atmospheric lower ground floor diningroom with its innovative lighting, split level

seating arrangement, contemporary decorand moody portraits by the celebratedphotographer Brian Aris provide an ultra-sophisticated setting for enjoying excitingEuropean cuisine using the best produce andingredients from Manchester, Lancashire,Cheshire and surrounds. Executive ChefMark Rossi, in consultation with Caines, hascreated an exciting range of menus that havewon critical acclaim for both the exceptionalquality of the dishes and their remarkablevalue for money.

There is no building in the city whose storyhas been more interwoven with the historyof Manchester than the Free Trade Hall inPeter Street, close to the scene of the‘Peterloo Massacre’ of 1819 when cavalryattacked a crowd demanding Parliamentaryreform. The Hall was the setting forimportant political events; Gladstone,Disraeli, Lloyd George and Churchilldelivered key speeches here. As a musicvenue, it was home to the Halle Orchestraand audiences have cheered Charles Dickensand jeered Oscar Wilde, encored EllaFitzgerald and booed Bob Dylan there.

Many historic artefacts are on display inwhat is now the Radisson Edwardian Hotel.Its flagship restaurant, Opus One, is adestination in its own right as one ofManchester's most popular dining rooms. Under the direction of head chef NeilArmstrong, Opus One serves innovativemodern British food using the best of localproduce, presented in a modern,contemporary way. The surroundings aredramatically theatrical, with soaring ceilings,

velvet red walls, high gloss black woodwork,antique gold wall coverings and bespokefurniture. Opus One bar, with its play on aglamorous Manhattan provides the perfectdestination to sip cocktails and enjoy company.

Despite its reputation as the workshop of theworld, forged during the Industrial Revolution,the bright lights of Manchester city centreare closer to the countryside than manypeople imagine, and the delights of countryhouse hospitality are virtually on its doorstep.

One of the most celebrated culinary gemsamid the leafy Cheshire villages onManchester’s southern fringe is the AlderleyEdge Hotel & Restaurant, where head chefChris Holland’s superb cooking has earnedthree AA Rosettes recognising ‘exceptionalstandards of cuisine’ in which technique,flair, imagination, balance, textures andcreative depth of flavour come through inevery exciting dish. The à la carte menu ofoften classic traditional British dishes withextravagant twists – supported by anextensive wine list – includes innovative‘sous vide’ specialities and a six-courseGourmet Tasting Menu demonstrating theexceptional breadth and variety of its cuisine.

The light and airy conservatory restaurant,with panoramic views over the Cheshireplain, seats from one person to a party of 25.Everything is prepared onsite using bestquality fresh produce from local suppliers …from the bread at your table to the biscuitswith your morning coffee.

24 Bar and GrillFound in the basement of the Arora Hotelthis uber sexy bar is ideal for a stylishget-together or post meeting debrief.Renowned for its friendly bartenders,24 Bar is the place to go for tailor madecocktails. And the best bit — the menuchanges every season offering some ofthe finest ingredients in the North West.

24 Princess Street, M1 4LY obsidianrestaurant.com

RoomRoom is famous for its cocktail hour(Monday to Friday - 5.00pm to 8.00pm)were you can try a number of their retrococktails for just £4.50 — bargain. Try aSherbet Dip Dab, a Kola Kube or a SourBlack Jack and be immediately transportedback to your youth.

81 King Street, M2 4AH roomrestaurants.com

Cloud 23For cocktails with a view, Cloud 23 is oneof the best spots in Manchester. Take in thecity’s skyline whilst sipping their signaturecocktails. We suggest you try one of theManchester inspired drinks — Cottonopolis,Alexandra Park and The ‘Hac’ for a realtaste of the city. With its sensual andcontemporary design, Cloud 23 createsan atmosphere like no other.

Hilton Manchester Deansgate, M3 4LQcloud23bar.com

Cocktail Hour Manchester is well-known for its love of real ale and local breweries. But just as some places are known for pulling a good pint,others are ahead of the pack when it comes to mixing-up a cocktail or two. Whether delegates are looking for a Mojito, a FrenchMartini or a Strawberry Daiquiri, somewhere in town there's a bartender just waiting to mix it for them. Here’s our pick of thecity’s best cocktail haunts...

The AlchemistFast becoming the place to see and be seen,the Alchemist is a fashionable choice forcocktail lovers. No visit would be completewithout trying one of their ‘Artisan Cocktails’— The Godfather, Summer of Love orTorreador. These hand-crafted rustic drinkshave been created using the finestingredients; but the real experience iswatching the in-house mixologists preparingthem with their impressive techniques.

3 Hardman Street, M3 3HF thealchemist.uk.com

Fusion BarLocated in Manchester235, the UK’s firstluxury gaming, dining and live music venueFusion lets you enjoy the glitz and glamourof Las Vegas whilst sampling some ofManchester’s finest cocktails The bespokelounge furniture and chic atmosphere createan intoxicating social scene. Behind the baryou'll find innovative mixologists, stirring,mixing and shaking exquisite creations totantalise your taste buds.

2 Watson Street, M3 4LPmanchester235.com

ApothecaWinner of the 2010 ‘Best Cocktails in Town’award (City Life Awards) Apotheca isrenowned for serving high quality drinksfrom an ever-growing menu. The namecomes from the antique pharmacy cabinetswhich are displayed at the front of the bar.With many flavours often unseen in cocktailmenus Apotheca really offers somethingdifferent. Try some of their signature slicks— Bees Knees Daiquiri, Kryptonite, GorillaArms or Space Lust.

17 Thomas Street, M4 1FSapothecabar.co.uk



Manchester has some of the UK’sfinest museums and art galleries.These include the nationalcollections of the Imperial WarMuseum North and the People’sHistory Museum, which will bejoined by the National FootballMuseum at Urbis in 2012. Lessknown, however, are the hiddengems across Greater Manchesterthat are equally impressive. Here’s our pick of the best.

Ordsall Hall

Ordsall Hall dates back over 820 years.Throughout history it has been put to manyuses - a family home, working men's cluband church hall. The most important periodof its life is undoubtedly as the family seat ofthe Radclyffe family who resided here forover 300 of those years.

Legend has evolved that Ordsall Hall was thelocation for Guy Fawkes and Robert Catesbyto plot the overthrow of King James in whatwas to become the famous Gunpowder Plot.Such has this legend gained credibility thatthe street directly adjacent to the hall hasbeen named 'Guy Fawkes Street'.salford.gov.uk/ordsallhall

Red House Farm

Set in the heart of the rural Cheshire villageof Dunham Massey, Red House Farm hasbeen under the direction of the Clare familyfor over 100 years. Though the farm hastaken on many guises through the years, ithas steadily developed into the thriving farmshop, tea rooms and tourist attraction.

A variety of activities take place throughoutthe year, the bedrock of which is the annualMaize Maze. Running from mid-July to earlySeptember, the event attracts thousands ofvisitors every year ready to take on thechallenge of the maze, as well as enjoyingthe plethora of courtyard activities. Otherevents include periodic farmers markets,and seasonal activities at Easter,Halloween and Christmas.redhousefarm.co.uk

Greater Manchester’s Hidden Gems

Bury Transport Museum

Bury Transport Museum offers interactiveexhibits that explain the development oftransport in the North West. It also outlineshow the Goods Warehouse in which it ishoused was used and the types of materialsthat would have been handled here. eastlancsrailway.org.uk/bury-transport-museum

Astley Green Colliery Museum

Located in the picturesque village of AstleyGreen, the Astley Green Colliery Museumoccupies some fifteen acres of the AstleyGreen Colliery site. To the south lies theBridgewater Canal and Astley Moss, animportant mossland site. The low-lyinglandscape ensures that the museum's 98fthigh lattice steel headgear can be seen for manymiles, a fitting memorial to days now past.

Apart from the steam winding engine andheadgear the museum houses many exhibits,not least of which is the collection of 28colliery locomotives, the largest collection ofits type in the UK. agcm.org.uk

Oldham Coliseum

Oldham Coliseum Theatre is one of the mostestablished and well-attended venues in theNorth West, producing eight in-house showseach year. The Coliseum is also a receivinghouse for a variety of visiting companies andartists. Widely considered as the true homeof the pantomime, the coliseum commissionsand produces a new production each yearattracting delighted audiences of over 35,000.

Early performers included Charlie Chaplinand Stan Laurel. The theatre has recentlybeen granted a new lease of life, following apledge of capital investment.coliseum.org.uk

Greater Manchester Fire andRescue Service Museum

The museum opened in September 1983after three years work in converting a former fire engine workshop building atRochdale fire station. The collections anddisplays in the museum portray the proudrecord of achievement and development of fire brigades, fire-fighters, personalitiesand manufacturers associated with fireheritage in Greater Manchester. The many

and varied exhibits include several full-sizefire appliances, along with a large collectionof equipment, photographs, uniforms,medals, insignia, models and othermemorabilia. Inside the station stands ahorse-drawn steam pump surrounded byvarious contemporary items and fittings.There is also a 1940s Blitz scene featuring atrailer fire pump with uniformed personneland equipment.manchesterfire.gov.uk


Gateway to a Great Get-awayManchester offers a great gatewayto England’s North West. Once thebusiness in the conference hall isdone why not take advantage ofManchester’s location and givedelegates the chance to experiencethe very best of the UK.

Cumbria – the Lake District

From 16 sparkling lakes and England’shighest mountains, to sheltered valleys,heather moorlands and salty seascapes,Cumbria and the Lake District have inspiredand captivated generations of visitors,famous writers and poets such as WilliamWordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Alongsidestunning scenery, the area has a richheritage, a vibrant and contemporarycultural scene and a growing reputationfor fine food and drink.

Sculpture trails, poetry programmes, streetart and theatre add up to a thriving culturalscene. The area has a fascinating heritage too.In stone circles and Roman forts, in historichouses and museums, the past still echoes.golakes.co.uk

Lancashire and Blackpool

Discover the heart of the colourful countyof Lancashire, where you will encounterbeautiful countryside, seascapes andhistorical sights. Make the most of thePreston Guild in 2012, the only of its kind inthe UK. Enjoy a Guild programme of festivalsand events taking place throughout the year.

The Lancashire coast covers around 137miles. It provides fascinating landscapesand attractions that you would find difficultto surpass elsewhere on the UK coast.

Blackpool, the UK's most visited seasideresort, boasts its magnificent tower thatstands 518 feet and nine inches high onCentral Promenade and the Pleasure Beachprovides 40 acres of fun with breath-takingattractions and world-class shows.visitlancashire.com

Chester and Cheshire

Head southwest of Manchester and delegateswill discover the five star luxury of theRoman city of Chester, with its 21st Centurydelights. Cheshire's sumptuous countrysidewelcomes all with fine food, world-classheritage and stunning scenery.

Encircled by a glorious two-mile ring ofRoman and medieval walls, Chester is a rareand truly magical blend of the ancient andtraditional with modern cosmopolitan chic.Situated on the River Dee, close to the Welshborder, Chester is home to 2,000 years ofhistory and is one of Britain’s Heritage Cities.

Step back in time amid pristine Georgian andVictorian architecture, shop in the uniquemedieval two-tier galleries called the Rowsand enjoy the city's classy café culture.visitcheshire.com

Liverpool City Region

Liverpool is most famous as a port townand the birthplace of The Beatles. The cityhas so many claims to fame, that itactually appears in the Guinness Book ofWorld Records as the place with the mostrecords. Whether it’s football at Liverpoolor Everton, horseracing at Haydock orAintree, or retracing the rock ‘n’ roll stepsof the Fab Four, Liverpool genuinely doeshave something for everyone to enjoy. Ifculture is your thing there’s the Walker ArtGallery or TATE Liverpool. Great shoppingcan be found at the Liverpool One or one ofthe many boutiques dotted around the city.Being just 30 minutes from Manchester bytrain, a day trip to Liverpool is easilyachieved.visitliverpool.com

Further afield

Nowhere in mainland Britain is that far fromManchester. The delights of Wales and thePeak District can be reached in just under anhour by road from Manchester city centre.Both the dramatic grandeur of Scotland andthe vibrancy of London are just over twohours by train.enjoyengland.com


Manchester CentralConvention Complex

The iconic building has been a key feature ofManchester’s skyline for more than 150years, opening as the historic CentralRailway Station in 1880. Closed in 1969 andfirst opened as an exhibition centre in 1986,Manchester Central is celebrating 25 years ofregeneration from railway station to award-winning conference venue.

The venue is a state-of-the-art, contemporarycomplex which offers some of the mostflexible and versatile events spaces inEurope. The famous Victorian Central Hall isrenowned as a feat of engineering and, withits 10,000m2 of column-free space, it is idealfor hosting exhibitions, conferences,banquets, and seminars of all sizes. Inaddition, Manchester Central boasts a

purpose-built 804 seat auditorium and afurther exhibition hall, as well as a suite ofcorporate facilities and breakout rooms.Manchester Central’s footprint ispredominantly on ground level, making itfully accessible and easy to navigate.

Manchester Central attracts clients frommany sectors, particularly national andinternational associations, as well as tradeunions, political parties, trade and publicexhibitions and corporate clients.

Event organisers can take advantage of thetop quality in-house catering headed byinternationally renowned chef, Simon Firth.Manchester Central Hospitality caters for alltypes of events; from a business lunch for

Manchester Central is a unique convention complex on the site of Manchester’s originalmeeting place in the heart of the city. People have come to the historic Petersfield area ofManchester to meet and debate the issues of the day since the 19th Century.

40, a black tie dinner for 1,000 or more, or abuffet for 4,000. Simon will help createmenus for each client, choosing fromexisting gourmet options, or designingsomething bespoke for the individual event.

Manchester is easily accessible from all overthe world, with the city’s internationalairport less than half an hour’s drive away.Manchester Central is well connected by railand road infrastructure, with three largerailway stations in the city centre, each withtram and bus links to the venue, making itone of the easiest city centre venues toaccess. There are a multitude of hotels in theimmediate vicinity, eliminating longtransfers and ensuring delegates are able tomake the most of their time in Manchester.

Manchester Central


TestimonialsThe Conservative Party Conference 2011

As one of Europe’s largest political conferences,the Conservative Party Annual Conferenceattracts over 15,000 delegates, together withglobal leaders and the world’s press.

“Thank you very much for the enormousamount of hard work and effort that went into this year’s Conservative Party Conference at Manchester Central.

“The venue looked fantastic and I was so impressed with the politeness and enthusiasm of all the staff I met throughout the week.”

Rt Hon David Cameron MP, Prime Minister and Leader of the Conservative Party

ATL, The Education Union, 2011

“I cannot praise the team at ManchesterCentral too highly. Everything for our AnnualConference ran smoothly and nothing was toomuch trouble. Without exception everyone wascheerful regardless of the time we got them upor finally let them go home! We have alreadybooked to come back in 2012 and 2014.”

David Kimber, Event Co-ordinator, ATL

ACSL, Association of School and College Leaders, 2011

“Thank you so much for your help and supportboth in the run up, set up and open days of the conference. We were very impressed withthe venue as a whole and have received verypositive feedback from our delegates. Theorganisation and standard of facilities wassuperb and all the staff were unfailingly helpful, friendly, efficient and professional.”

Jenny Jones, Business Development Manager, ASCL


Manchester Central Convention Complex

There are additional meeting rooms available at this venue.

Petersfield, Manchester, M2 3GX | t. (0161) 834 2700 | e. [email protected] | w. manchestercentral.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3, (1.5 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

Manchester Central Convention Complex offers anaward-winning combination of conference andexhibition facilities that form a unique conventionoffering right at the heart of one of Europe’s mostexciting and dynamic cities.

The complex boasts a wide spectrum of flexiblehalls and conference suites with space for events ranging from 30m2 to over 10,000m2. This versatility and an enviable location within afive minute walk of over 2,500 hotel rooms,ensures that Manchester Central is a highlyattractive venue for organisers, exhibitors,delegates and visitors.

MAX THEATRE 9,000MAX BANQUETING 4,000MEETING ROOMS 22BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE C5STAR RATING n/a

9,000

2,000

8,000

128

170

80

804

1,800

80

40

400

150

800

170

2,400

720

1,800

36

60

24

-

480

24

12

190

75

400

60

-

-

-

48

60

24

-

-

36

20

60

50

60

40

4,000

1,200

3,000

60

100

40

-

850

40

20

240

80

510

80

9,000

2,000

8,000

115

170

65

-

1,800

80

40

320

100

800

170

Central Hall (1, 2 combined)

Central 1

Central 2

Central 3 – 4 combined (divisible)

Central 5, 6, 7 combined (divisible)

Central 8

Exchange Auditorium

Exchange Hall

Exchange Room 1

Exchange Room 2,3,4,5,6,7

Exchange 8, 9, 10 (divisible)

Exchange 11

Charter 1, 2, 3 (divisible)

Charter 4

10,000

2,750

7,250

114

189

70

540

1,800

67

33

512

202

950

225


SUITECAPACITY

THEATRE CABARET BOARDROOM BANQUETING DRINK RECEP M2

DIMENSIONS


Conference Centres & Hotels

Britannia Hotels

30

30

30

30

150

-

-

-

-

120

15

15

15

15

80

-

-

-

-

100

-

-

-

-

150

Northenden A

Northenden B

Northenden C

Northenden D

Northenden Suite

33.6

33.6

33.6

33.6

134.4

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.5

Britannia Airport HotelPalatine Road, Northenden, Manchester, M22 4FH | t. (0161) 455 0166 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 3 milesDistance from City Centre 7 milesNearest Railway Station Manchester Airport (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M56, J3 (0 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure NoAir Conditioning NoWIFI Yes - partGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

SUITECAPACITY

THEATRE CABARET BOARDROOM BANQUETING DRINK RECEP M2 HEIGHT

DIMENSIONS (M)

This purpose built hotel is only three miles fromManchester Airport; a shuttle service to the Airportoperates on a regular timetable, 24 hours a day.Located adjacent to Junction 5 of the M60 andJunction 3 of the M56, Manchester city centre,The Trafford Centre, Old Trafford, and Manchester’suniversities are all within a 15 minute drive. The

MAX THEATRE 150MAX BANQUETING 120MEETING ROOMS 7BEDROOMS 212GM MAP REFERENCE EE6STAR RATING «««

Hotel has modern bedrooms and a good range ofmeeting rooms. WiFi is complimentary throughoutthe conference suites and public areas. TheHotel has 300 onsite car parking spaces. This is agreat venue in a prime location for training,meetings and exhibitions.



100

50

20

20

8

70

-

-

-

-

40

25

15

15

10

50

-

-

-

-

80

50

30

30

15

Beaumont

Garden

Lostock

Rivington

Syndicate 49 and 50

134

48

26

22

6

3

3

3

3

3

Britannia Hotel BoltonBeaumont Road, Bolton, BL3 4TA | t. (01204) 855582 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 15 milesDistance from City Centre 12 milesNearest Railway Station Lostock (1.3 miles)Nearest Motorway M61, J5 (1.1 miles)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

Situated close to major motorways M6 and M61,the Britannia Hotel Bolton offers 120 parkingspaces, six conference rooms and suitable for 1-120 delegates. All types of events are cateredfor, including civil ceremonies and partnerships.Our largest suite has a separate entrance and isideal for exhibitions. We offer a full range ofcatering and all diets can be catered for.

MAX THEATRE 100MAX BANQUETING 50MEETING ROOMS 6BEDROOMS 96GM MAP REFERENCE CC2STAR RATING «««

The Hotel offers day delegate and 24 hour ratesand complimentary Internet access is available.This quiet, accessible location is perfect for yournext event. Contact our dedicated conference andevents booking line on (01204) 855582.


200

90

80

30

200

90

40

30

-

-

50

35

30

25

25

120

60

40

-

-

200

100

80

30

200

The Lancashire Suite

The Cheshire Suite

The Derbyshire Suite

The Boardroom

The Britannia Suite

224

-

87.5

52.5

184

4

4

4

2.5

3

Britannia Country House HotelPalatine Road, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2WG | t. (0161) 434 3411 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 5 milesDistance from City Centre 5.5 milesNearest Railway Station East Didsbury (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M56, J2 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - chargeableAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - someGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

The Country House Hotel is located in theDidsbury area of Manchester, next to a superb 18-hole golf course. The Hotel is quietly located inits own grounds with an onsite car park boasting650 parking spaces, yet it’s only five minutes fromthe motorway network, 5.5 miles fromManchester city centre and only five miles fromManchester Airport. All 255 en-suite bedrooms arefitted with modern facilities and are comfortable


and tastefully furnished. The Country House Hotelis a fantastic corporate venue offering eightconference, exhibition, meeting and banquetingrooms. All rooms are conveniently located on theground floor with natural light holding up to 350delegates and can be arranged for all styles ofevents. WiFi is complimentary throughout theconference suites and public areas.


Britannia Hotels


400

200

200

70

300

120

120

60

-

-

-

30

250

100

100

-

250

100

100

70

Shires Suite

Lancashire

Cheshire

Shropshire

540

196

204.6

103

3.5

3.5

3.5

2.8

Britannia Hotel Stockport67 Dialstone Lane, Offerton, Stockport, SK2 6AG | t. (0161) 930 1000 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 7 milesDistance from City Centre 8 milesNearest Railway Station Stockport (2 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J27 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking No

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure YesAir Conditioning NoWIFI Yes - partGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

The Britannia Hotel Stockport is a modern hotelsituated in a quiet residential district close toStockport's bustling town centre with its widerange of shops and entertainment. The spaciouslounge and bar areas complement the carveryrestaurant and there is also an attractive leisurecentre with pool. The Hotel offers spacious rooms

MAX THEATRE 400MAX BANQUETING 400MEETING ROOMS 7BEDROOMS 187GM MAP REFERENCE FF6STAR RATING «««

that are ideal for training courses, conferences, ora private dinner party. All of our stylish roomsprovide the perfect location with first-classfacilities catering for up to 400 people, so ideal for larger conferences and meetings. WiFi isavailable in a number of the meeting rooms,bedrooms and lounge area.


300

170

60

30

45

160

120

30

15

20

-

50

30

24

30

250

120

55

-

-

350

150

80

-

-

Brooks

Standish

Langtree

Rivington

Mawdsley

250.5

158.6

105.7

45.9

60.9

3

2.6

2.3

2.5

2.5

Britannia Hotel WiganAlmond Brook Road, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0SR | t. (01257) 499988 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 25 milesDistance from City Centre 22 milesNearest Railway Station Wigan (4 miles)Nearest Motorway M6, J27 (0.5 mile)Parking NoAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue YesLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

An attractive, modern hotel which is situated in aquiet location only one minute from J27 off theM6. The 14 dedicated meeting rooms, ampleparking, general ambience and excellentmotorway connections make this hotel the perfect

MAX THEATRE 300MAX BANQUETING 250MEETING ROOMS 14BEDROOMS 124GM MAP REFERENCE AA3STAR RATING «««

location for meetings and conferences. The Hoteloffers 124 en-suite bedrooms, a restaurant offering English and international cuisine, excellentleisure facilities, as well as a dedicated andprofessional team.


Britannia Hotels


200

70

20

20

20

100

30

-

-

-

50

28

12

10

12

180

-

-

-

-

200

30

-

-

-

Crystal Suite

Cheshire & Lancashire Suites

Oxford Suite

Portland Suite

Boardroom

283

107.5

31.1

41.8

33.3

4.8

3

3

3

3

Britannia Manchester Hotel35 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 3LA | t. (0161) 228 2288 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.5 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (4 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning NoWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


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The Grade II listed Britannia Manchester Hotel is oneof Manchester's premier architectural buildingsfeaturing a balconied stairway throughout the building.All bedrooms are equipped with a TV, hairdryer,telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities. TheHotel offers three restaurants and nine conference,meeting and banqueting rooms, capable of cateringfor up to 200 people. WiFi is available throughoutthe Hotel’s public areas and in certain bedrooms.

MAX THEATRE 200MAX BANQUETING 180MEETING ROOMS 9BEDROOMS 363MAP REFERENCE E4STAR RATING «««

This centrally located hotel is close to everythingthe city offers including Manchester CentralConvention Centre, the city’s financial district anda myriad of bars and restaurants. Excellent transport links offer easy access to most ofManchester's famous attractions. ManchesterAirport is only 10 miles away and Piccadilly railway station is a five-minute walk.


300

150

100

200

50

300

90

40

120

20

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50

40

50

20

550

150

30

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-

600

180

50

-

-

USA

Washington

Madison

Lincoln

Roosevelt

911

250.3

132.7

317.3

68

3.66

3.66

3.66

3.66

2.9

Britannia Sachas HotelTib Street, Piccadilly, Manchester, M4 1SH | t. (0161) 228 1234 | e. [email protected] | w. britanniahotels.com

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.5 mile)Nearest Motorway M56, J3 (4 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - chargeableAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - someGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

Britannia Sachas Hotel offers excellent facilities forany type of conference or banqueting event for upto 600 people. Exhibitions, product launches,training sessions and business workshops can beheld with ease. We offer a wide variety of menusfor banquets and conferences along with individual


private bars for our function rooms. A dedicatedprofessional team can help you design and run asuccessful conference. For an additional cost wecan also provide the following: in-houseaccommodation, flowers, place cards, menuprinting, table decor, balloons and band/disco.


Britannia Hotels


35

45

56

105

120

170

28

35

77

40

18

18

24

42

42

78

12

18

30

24

18

20

28

52

52

70

18

18

36

24

18

20

36

62

66

128

18

24

50

40

50

60

70

130

140

200

40

45

90

50

Atholl

Scone

Linlithgow

Atholl & Linlithgow

Linlithgow & Scone

Palaces

Brodick

Cawdor

Brodick & Cawdor

Sky Lounge

50.2

44

66

116.1

110

184.8

42.9

46.8

89.7

81.8

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

2.4

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly Hotel


One Piccadilly Place,1 Auburn Street, Manchester, M1 3DG | t. (0161) 242 [email protected] | w.manchesterpiccadilly.doubletree.com

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly, (0.1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue FullLeisure YesAir Conditioning FullWIFI Yes - freeGTBS Accredited SilverAIM Accredited Entry

A contemporary hotel located opposite Piccadillyrailway station with 285 bedrooms, 26 City Clubrooms and seven suites all offering complimentary WiFi and broadband. The Hotel has iMaccomputers in every room along with a state-of-the-art entertainment system.

The Hotel boasts 15 purpose-built private dining,meeting and event rooms, including theSkyLounge penthouse with its own privateoutdoor terrace offering breathtaking views acrossManchester. All meeting and private dining roomsoffer natural daylight with floor-to-ceiling windows,enhanced fresh air conditioning, superb soundproofing and complimentary WiFi access. Self-contained on one floor, the Hotel can offer flexiblespaces and seamless coordination. Our meetingrooms are complemented by City Café andPiccadilly Lounge where you can relax and enjoyaward-winning food and drink.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 170MAX BANQUETING 128MEETING ROOMS 15BEDROOMS 285MAP REFERENCE E4STAR RATING ««««


600

200

25

40

25

40

10

450

100

-

-

-

-

-

-

80

14

20

14

22

8

550

120

-

-

-

-

-

600

200

-

-

-

50

-

Deansgate Suite

Deansgate Suite Section 1/2/3

Meeting Room 1 - 4

Boardroom

Meeting Room 5 - 7

Meeting Room 9

Meeting Room 10

588

197

27.7

37.8

25

61.6

13.5

7

7

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

3.1

Hilton Manchester Deansgate303 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LQ | t. (0161) 870 1700 | e. [email protected] | w. hilton.co.uk

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2.5 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - freeAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - chargeableGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

Spectacular. Stylish. Innovative. Hilton ManchesterDeansgate is all this and more. Housed in theBeetham Tower - Manchester’s first trueskyscraper, Hilton Manchester Deansgate is adestination in itself. It takes pride of place in thecity centre and is walking distance from thethriving business districts.

From the moment you experience the elegantPodium Restaurant, or the views from Cloud 23bar, you’ll know you’re somewhere special. TheDeansgate Suite is a bold statement by anyone’sstandards. Its vast, pillar-free space is flexible,catering for up to 600 people, or divisible intothree areas, each for 200 delegates, and can bepaired with breakout areas and syndicate rooms.Its walls are oak-clad with the exception of onefloor-to-ceiling glazed wall that can fill the spacewith natural light or, with curtains drawn, be usedas a projection screen. For smaller gatherings our11 striking Hilton meeting rooms provide anoutstanding choice for any occasion. Bedroomsare spacious, with floor-to-ceiling windows, roomsoffer stunning views of Manchester and arebathed in natural daylight, providing a privatesanctuary. Our gym and spa facilities are free toguests and the new Spa 303 offers the besttreatments in Manchester.

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MAX THEATRE 600MAX BANQUETING 550MEETING ROOMS 14BEDROOMS 279MAP REFERENCE B5STAR RATING ««««



280

270

100

120

40

-

90

50

-

21

-

48

30

-

28

-

180

60

-

-

-

300

80

-

40

Weston Theatre

Weston 1

Weston Room II

Cockcroft

Boardroom Level 6

199

259

97

80

50

3.7

4.6

2.7

3.7

4.8

Manchester Conference Centre & Hotel


Sackville Street, Manchester, M1 3BB | t. (0161) 955 8000 | e. [email protected] | w.manchesterconferencecentre.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.3 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J1 (2.4 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning YesWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

An unbeatable city centre venue, equipped withstate-of-the-art AV offering versatile conferencesuites and unique tiered theatres. ManchesterConference Centre suits all requirements andbudgets.

Perfectly located in the heart of Manchester citycentre, just 300 metres from Piccadilly railwaystation, and only 20 minutes from ManchesterAirport. The Conference Centre offers direct accessfrom the Manchester ring road and is close to theMetrolink, making it one of the most convenientlylocated conference venues in the North of England.

The Conference Centre offers a choice of twolecture theatres with a variety of AV options to suitconferences, seminars, lectures or corporateevents. A dedicated entrance foyer and registrationdesk is provided, ensuring the management ofyour conference is seamless. The ten additionalconference rooms are able to deal with a range ofcapacities and requirements alongside foursyndicate rooms which can be added onto yourmain conference or hired individually.

Because of our flexibility, the large open planrooms are capable of catering for all types ofevents; from the traditional theatre style meeting,large corporate dinners, to the more social cabaretstyle conferences and formal cocktail receptions.

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400

100

100

40

40

210

70

70

20

20

100

50

48

20

20

360

120

150

-

-

450

160

300

40

40

Medici Ballroom

Michelangelo

Galileo

Raphael

Vasari

381

209

300

42

42

3.35

3.35

3.35

2.8

2.8

The Renaissance Manchester HotelBlackfriars Street, Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2EQ | t. (0161) 831 6000

e. [email protected] | w. RenaissanceManchester.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Victoria (0.3 mile)Nearest Motorway M60, J5 (5 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - offsiteAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - partGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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The Renaissance Manchester Hotel -Manchester’s best address in the heart of the cityon the corner of Blackfriars Street and Deansgate.Its modern, dedicated conference, exhibition andbanqueting floor, all located in one area, providesone of the largest and most flexible venues incentral Manchester. Whether staging a largeconference for 400, board meeting for 12 or an

MAX THEATRE 400MAX BANQUETING 360MEETING ROOMS 12BEDROOMS 203MAP REFERENCE C3STAR RATING ««««

elegant dinner for 360 you can be assured ofmaking the right impact. Offering over 200bedrooms with stunning city views, theRenaissance is the ideal venue for large residentialevents. The Renaissance is very proud of itsculture of customer care, putting your needs at theheart of everything they do. Your expectations willalways be exceeded.


Marriott Hotels


250

80

50

15

-

120

30

30

-

-

70

32

20

15

14

240

50

50

-

-

400

70

60

15

-

John Logie Baird Suite

JLB 1, 2 and 3

The Victoria Room

The Boardroom

The Irwell Room

337

81

49

23

21

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.4

2.4

Marriott Victoria and Albert HotelWater Street, Manchester, M3 4JQ | t. (0161) 832 1188 | e. [email protected] | w.ManchesterMarriottVA.co.uk

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Deansgate (0.5 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J1 (0.5 mile)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - offsiteAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - partGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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The Marriott Victoria and Albert - Manchester'soriginal modern hotel. Set in the vibrant city centreon the banks of the River Irwell, located adjacentto Manchester’s newest business and leisuredistrict Spinningfields, the Manchester MarriottVictoria and Albert Hotel is a perfect venue for thediscerning business or leisure guest. The Grade IIlisted building displays architectural detail withcontemporary flair, comfort and services.

MAX THEATRE 250MAX BANQUETING 240MEETING ROOMS 8BEDROOMS 148MAP REFERENCE A4STAR RATING ««««

Luxuriously appointed guest rooms are graced byoriginal oak beams, exposed brick and city or riverviews. The Hotel has eight flexible conferencerooms, two outdoor patio areas and is ideal for avariety of social and corporate events. Onsite valetparking for residents ensures a smooth arrival andthe experienced Hotel team creates a professional,but welcoming environment for all guests.


700

240

100

130

50

90

50

30

30

80

400

120

60

70

30

40

40

30

30

50

400

120

60

70

30

40

40

30

30

50

620

180

80

96

-

40

-

-

-

-

750

300

160

150

70

80

60

50

50

120

Alexandra Suite

Trafford Suite

Stanley Suite

Derby Suite

Chester Suite

Lancaster Suite

Fairclough Suite

Rolls Suite

Royce Suite

Victoria Suite

696.4

246.1

181

114.5

60.2

75.6

62.7

46.5

46.5

132

4

5.3

4.7

4

4

4.3

4.4

3.9

3.9

2.6

The Midland Hotel


Peter Street, Manchester, M60 2DS | t. (0161) 236 3333 | [email protected] | w. qhotels.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Oxford Road (0.2 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (0.5 mile)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes Air Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited GoldAIM Accredited Entry

This historic Edwardian hotel is set in the heart ofManchester within minutes of major roadnetworks and rail links with direct services fromLondon and Edinburgh. The Midland offers 312en-suite and air conditioned rooms, a large, openlounge bar and a choice of dining options,including the double AA rosette award-winningFrench Restaurant.

Conference facilities consist of 11 versatilemeeting and event rooms including the AlexandraSuite, capable of holding up to 700 delegatestheatre style and The Trafford Suite, located on theground floor and able to accommodate 220 guestsfor a dinner. The Hotel provides the scope andcapacity for any event, from the most high profileAGM to informal meetings. The Midland is situatedopposite Manchester Central ConventionComplex, making it the ideal venue to stay ifattending events held there.

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DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 700MAX BANQUETING 740MEETING ROOMS 11BEDROOMS 312MAP REFERENCE E6STAR RATING ««««


1,000

200

250

100

50

30

30

40

40

60

550

80

100

70

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

40

40

40

24

12

12

20

20

30

850

200

250

80

20

12

12

20

30

30

1,000

200

200

100

-

-

-

-

-

-

Grand Room

Whitworth Suite

Buckingham Suite

Director’s Suite

Palace 1

Palace 2

Palace 3

Palace 4

Palace 5

Palace 6

885

285

415

109

62

33

33

44

56

50

7.0

5.5

3.7

5.0

4.8

4.8

4.8

4.8

4.8

4.8

The Palace Hotel


Oxford Road, Manchester, M60 7HA | t. (0161) 288 1111 | e. [email protected] | w. principal-hayley.com

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Oxford Road (0.1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J4 (2 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - offsiteAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited Gold AIM Accredited Entry

If you are looking to hold a large scale conferenceor small board meeting, the Palace Hotel has theflexible space you need with large central spaces,break-out rooms and sub-conference areas.Cutting-edge technology, dedicated support andunlimited refreshments at the Coffee Centralstations come as standard to ensure that you haveeverything you need to deliver the best event.

To make life easier take advantage of the fantasticbenefits given by joining the Principal HayleyTrainers’ Club, which is free to join, and will enableyou to concentrate on your training sessions.

All 275 of the spacious bedrooms offercontemporary and traditional styles and have high-speed broadband Internet access. The Tempus Barand Restaurant offers pre-theatre dining and is theperfect place to meet friends whether for largecelebrations or intimate dining for two. WiFi isavailable in public areas and guests have reducedparking rates at Euro Car Park.

The Palace Hotel has won the Gold EnvironmentBusiness Pledge Award for the fourth year running.

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MAX THEATRE 1,000MAX BANQUETING 850MEETING ROOMS 19BEDROOMS 275MAP REFERENCE D5STAR RATING ««««


60

15

-

150

100

50

-

-

100

120

24

10

12

-

45

-

-

-

250

120

50

-

-

400

200

Manchester Suite

London Suite

Piccadilly Suite

The Bistro

Pennine Room

52.5

21

22

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

The Place Apartment HotelDucie Street, Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2TP | t. (0161) 778 7500 | e. [email protected] | w. theplacehotel.com

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.1 mile)Nearest Motorway M60, J5 (5 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure YesAir Conditioning NoWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited BronzeAIM Accredited Entry

The Place Hotel can host everything fromconferences, corporate dinners to exhibitions. Theunique Grade II listed setting gives an inspirationalbackdrop for your meetings. Choose between theHeritage Suites, three self-contained meetingrooms which can accommodate up to 60 delegates.Alternatively, for larger conferences and exhibitionsthe Hotel can offer The Bistro and Pennine Room.The Bistro boasts a multitude of Grade II listedfeatures, including open brickwork, barrelledceiling and iron girders, all of which make anunusual and unique environment for your delegates.

The Pennine offers a private entrance into ThePlace’s very own Victorian garden, which is hometo an array of fabulous exotic plants, old fashionedstreet lights, ornate furniture, and a relaxing water feature, all of which makes for a tranquilenvironment. Whatever the use; this space isguaranteed to be a conversation starter, this reallyis an unforgettable addition to the main room.

The Place Hotel offers a city centre location, withconvenient onsite parking and located only oneminute’s walk away from Manchester Piccadillyrailway station.

You can choose from day delegate, 24 hourpackages, or simply just hire a room. We are ableto tailor-make delegate rates to suit all budgetsand requirements.

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MAX THEATRE 150MAX BANQUETING 250MEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS 107MAP REFERENCE F4STAR RATING ««««


350

80

90

80

70

-

30

-

16

220

36

56

36

30

-

18

-

-

90

32

32

30

36

16

14

12

10

240

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

400

70

100

60

70

-

30

-

-

Hallé Conference &Banqueting Suite

Walters Suite

Stanley / Livingstone

Dickens / Thackeray

Pankhurst

Peterloo / Hunt / Bamford

Peel / Disraeli / Gladstone

Cobden / Bright / Villiers

Kenney / Mursell / Collier

357

106.4

125

106.4

88

34

36

24

28.8

3.6

2.25

2.1

2.25

2.25

2.1

2.25

2.1

2.1

Radisson Edwardian Hotel


Free Trade Hall, Peter Street, Manchester, M2 5GP | t. (0161) 835 9929e. [email protected] | w. radissonedwardian.com/manchester

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from city centre In the City CentreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (1 mile)Nearest Motorway M60, J17 (1.5 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - freeGTBS Accredited SilverAIM Accredited Entry

The Radisson Edwardian Hotel is one ofManchester's finest luxury hotels offering 263bedrooms and suites, and is in an exceptionallocation in the heart of the city.

The Hotel, which scooped the Silver award for theBest Large Hotel of the Year at The Enjoy EnglandAwards for Excellence 2011, is situated on one ofManchester's most historic sites - The Free TradeHall, Peter Street - next to Manchester CentralConvention Complex, formerly known as G-Mex.

In addition to 17 meeting and function suiteshosting up to 400 guests, The Hotel offers TheOpus One restaurant and two bars incontemporary classic interior design, combinedwith powerful new architecture. The Hotel alsoboasts a luxurious spa, health club and swimmingpool. Complimentary WiFi is available throughoutthe hotel for guests.

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MAX THEATRE 350MAX BANQUETING 240MEETING ROOMS 17BEDROOMS 263MAP REFERENCE C4STAR RATING «««««


400

175

125

35

40

90

80

40

150

80

70

12

12

42

36

12

-

40

40

16

18

38

38

18

300

150

130

20

30

40

40

40

600

200

150

30

35

90

90

35

Grand Ballroom

Ballroom 1

Ballroom 2

Meeting Rooms: 1 - 6

Meeting Room 7

Meeting Room 2, 3 & 4 (combined)

Meeting Room 7 & 8 (combined)

Meeting Room 8

360

180

180

33.7

49

101

91

42

3.8

3.8

3.8

2.86

2.86

2.86

2.86

2.86

Rocco Forte's The Lowry Hotel


50 Dearmans Place, Chapel Wharf, Salford, Manchester, M3 5LH | t. (0161) 827 4000 e. [email protected] | w. roccofortehotels.com

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Victoria (1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J1 (3 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - freeAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited BronzeAIM Accredited Silver

Part of Rocco Forte hotels, the exclusive LowryHotel offers the ultimate in comfort, leisure andcuisine, as well as boasting extensive conference,exhibition and business resources.

The dedicated conference area, with exclusiveentrance at street level, allows for exhibitionexclusivity. All function suites are equipped withthe latest technology, and events can be tailor-made to accommodate a maximum of 600people and smaller suites to accommodatesmaller meetings. There are 13 dedicated meetingspaces, rooms 1, 5 and 6 are fixed, and rooms 2, 3 and 4 and 7 and 8 can be combined to suityour needs.

The fully equipped Business Centre is available toassist you with any administrative task and toensure that all messages are delivered with theutmost speed and efficiency. All meeting roomsare individually climate-controlled, with easyaccess to all public facilities including cloakroomsand telephones. Broadband and wireless Internettechnology is available throughout the Hotel. The Lowry Hotel also offers an in-house Koshercatering service.

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MAX THEATRE 400MAX BANQUETING 300MEETING ROOMS 15BEDROOMS 165MAP REFERENCE B3STAR RATING «««««


90

30

15

50

n/a

n/a

30

18

12

120

-

-

140

-

-

Laurent Perrier

Fallibroome

Brynlow

145

22.4

22.4

-

-

-

Alderley Edge HotelMacclesfield Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7BJ | t. (01625) 583033 | e. [email protected] | w. alderleyedgehotel.com

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre 12 milesNearest Railway Station Alderley Edge (0.5 mile)Nearest Motorway M6, J19 (8 miles)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - freeGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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Built in 1850, this Elizabethan-Gothic styleconference venue guarantees a personal,professional and attentive conference service.Practical and creative advice is given for every typeof event from senior board meetings, symposium,exhibitions and forums to full scale conferencing.The Hotel provides high-speed wireless Internetaccess for WiFi enabled conference equipment,laptops and PDAs.


Alderley Edge Hotel offers competitive delegaterates enabling you to their enjoy excellenthospitality. The Hotel offers complete flexibility so conference packages can be tailored to suitindividual requirements. As part of your packageyou can choose from a three course table d’hote menu or buffet lunch served in the award-winning three AA rosette AlderleyRestaurant or your private conference suite.

100

25

-

-

-

54

-

-

-

-

45

18

14

14

8

70

-

-

-

-

100

-

-

-

-

Charters Suite 1 & 2

Princess Lounge

Boardroom 1

Boardroom 2

Boardroom 3

84.9

29.7

19.5

19.5

19.5

2.4

2.4

2.2

2.2

2.2

Arora Hotel Manchester18-24 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 4LY | t. (0161) 236 8999 | [email protected]

w.manchester.arorahotels.com


Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI YesGTBS Accredited BronzeAIM Accredited No

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From the boardroom table to the dining table; fromthe bar chart to the bar stool; the award-winning 4 star Arora Hotel is where you want to be.Contemporary in design, yet still maintaining theunique character of its Grade II listed heritage, the4 star Arora Hotel has the perfect location in theheart of Manchester city centre.

Ideally situated within close proximity to allbusiness, conference and cultural quarters, the

MAX THEATRE 100MAX BANQUETING 70MEETING ROOMS 6BEDROOMS 141MAP REFERENCE D4STAR RATING ««««

Arora is the perfect destination for conference andbusiness travellers alike.

Home to some of the city’s premier conferencefacilities, each of our six meeting rooms are ideal for meetings from 2 - 100 delegates. Eachconference room is fully air conditioned andfeatures the latest audio visual equipment including built-in plasma screens and wirelessInternet access.



125

-

60

45

40

80

-

40

32

32

40

-

26

20

14

120

120

40

-

32

120

150

-

-

32

Flowers Theatre

Christies Bistro

Marquis Suite

Griffith Room

CP Scott Room

196

150

75

61

46

8

-

-

-

-

Chancellors Hotel and Conference CentreChancellors Way, Moseley Road, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 6NN | t. (0161) 907 7414 e. [email protected] | w. chancellorshotel.co.uk

Distance from Airport 5 milesDistance from City Centre 3 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J5 (4 miles)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure NoAir Conditioning NoWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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Chancellors Hotel exudes the elegant ambience ofa country house. Set in five acres of beautifullylandscaped gardens, it is hard to believe the citycentre is just three miles away. A dedicatedconference centre, its well equipped meetingrooms range from a circular theatre seating 125 tosix well appointed conference rooms for up to 60.Located in the original mansion house are sixstylish executive boardrooms ideal formanagement meetings and interviews. As well as


the conference space, Chancellors has 70 threestar hotel bedrooms comprising singles, twins,doubles and suites. The superb Carriage Restaurantoffers dining for conferences, events, weddings,dinners and private parties. Free secure parking isavailable onsite as well as free Internet access andWiFi. Chancellors’ sister venue, Christies Bistro,located on Oxford Road minutes from the citycentre, offers dining for dinners, private parties,events and weddings for up to 120 people.


160

75

75

40

30

90

40

40

20

20

70

40

40

20

20

150

-

-

70

-

155

-

-

70

-

Heritage Suite

Kings Suite

Regents Suite

Chandlers

McCallum Suite

148

74

74

135

53

3

3

3

3

3

Copthorne Hotel ManchesterClippers Quay, Salford Quays, Manchester, M50 3SN | t. (0161) 873 7321 | e. [email protected] w.millenniumhotels.co.uk/copthornemanchester

Distance from Airport 12 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (2 miles)Nearest Motorway M602, J2 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - partGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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The Copthorne Hotel Manchester is a modern 4star hotel located on the attractive waterfront atSalford Quays. The Hotel is only a short distancefrom the city centre, yet its picturesque locationoverlooking the Quays seems a world away.

The Metrolink tram stop, Exchange Quay, isdirectly opposite the Hotel providing easy accessto both the city and Manchester Piccadilly railwaystation. The motorways and the Airport are within

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easy reach. Local attractions within walkingdistance from the Hotel include the ManchesterUnited Football Club & Museum Tour.

With an excellent range of purpose built andsyndicate rooms to choose from, seating up to160 guests, the Copthorne Hotel Manchesteroffers the ideal combination of space, facilities andexpertise and is an excellent choice of venue for awide range of meetings and events.



50

100

16

20

36

30

60

-

-

24

25

35

12

14

20

44

88

12

14

30

50

90

-

20

35

Mal 1

Mal 2

Mal 3

Mal 4

Mal 5

52.5

84.7

25.2

33.3

32.4

2.3

2.7

2.7

2.7

2.7

Malmaison Hotel1-3 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 1LZ | t. (0161) 278 1000 | e. [email protected] | w. malmaison.com


Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure Yes - freeAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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At Malmaison Manchester, we put the show backinto business. It is the perfect venue for businessmeetings and conferences for up to 100 people. Ifyou’re planning a high powered board meeting oran annual conference, we have a range ofprofessional meeting rooms to suit your needs.


For more informal occasions why not book a tablein Smoak Bar & Grill or for drinks to remember trythe Ember Lounge. Our event organisers will doeverything they can to make sure your event is asuccess so get in touch to discuss yourrequirements.

Malmaison hotels that dare to be different.

180

-

50

100

80

70

12

24

40

40

50

20

20

40

50

-

-

-

-

-

150

-

-

-

-

The Hall

Woods

Mary Quaile

John Tocher

Peterloo

192

32

63

127

122

3

3

-

-

6.7

Mechanics Centre Ltd.103 Princess Street, (Major Street entrance), Manchester, M1 6DD | t. (0161) 236 9336

e. [email protected] | w. mechanicsinstitute.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking No

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning NoWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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The Mechanics Institute is a Grade II* listedbuilding located in the centre of Manchester. It isbest known as the birthplace of the TUC, whichwas founded in the building in 1868, but it wasalso the birthplace of UMIST and the Co-operativeInsurance Society.

The Centre has a variety of rooms available to hiresuitable for conferences, meetings, training events

MAX THEATRE 180MAX BANQUETING n/aMEETING ROOMS 7BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE D5STAR RATING n/a

and social events including weddings and civilpartnerships. The Centre can provide an excellentrange of buffets and refreshments to suit allevents and budgets.

The Centre is a not-for-profit organisation andideally located for parking and all public transport.



800

130

80

80

60

330

70

35

35

35

_

_

30

30

28

650

100

_

_

_

1,000

160

90

90

70

International Suite

Park Suite

Senate Suite

Executive Suite

Park Avenue

819

154

93.7

66

68

6

3.2

2.5

2.4

3.5

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly HotelPortland Street, Manchester M1 4PH | t. (0844) 815 9024 e. [email protected] | w.mercure.com

Distance from Airport 9.3 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.5 mile)Nearest Motorway M56, J1 (5 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited SilverAIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel, home to theInternational Suite, one of Manchester’s largestand most versatile venues. The Suite offers naturaldaylight, fixed stage, climate control, 6 metresceiling height, high-speed broadband and is perfect for any event. A further nine meetingrooms complement this flexible space, all with WiFi access.

MAX THEATRE 800MAX BANQUETING 650MEETING ROOMS 10BEDROOMS 280MAP REFERENCE D4STAR RATING «««

The Hotel comprises 280 modern bedrooms withclimate control, on demand movies, high-speedbroadband and laptop safes. Secure onsite parkingis available. The Hotel is a five-minute walk fromPiccadilly railway station, ten minutes frommotorway links and just over nine miles fromManchester Airport.


220

70

24

30

18

130

35

10

12

-

45

24

12

16

14

180

40

16

24

-

200

50

25

25

-

Victoria

Piccadilly

Deansgate

Castlefield

Trinity

202

83

35

41

21

2.96

2.96

2.96

2.96

2.96

Park Inn by Radisson4 Cheetham Hill Road, Manchester, M4 4EW | t. (0161) 832 6565 e. [email protected] | w. parkinn.co.uk/hotel-manchester

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Victoria (0.2 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J1 (4 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - free Air Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited Gold AIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

The 4 star Park Inn by Radisson opened in June2009. Designed in the innovative Park Inn style.The Hotel is located opposite the ManchesterArena and Victoria railway station.

The meeting rooms accommodate up to 220delegates, five well equipped modern suites offera range of options for events from gala dinners,

MAX THEATRE 220MAX BANQUETING 180MEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS 252MAP REFERENCE D1STAR RATING ««««

main board meetings, to team-building activities.The majority of rooms have natural daylightthrough large windows, complemented with airconditioning, WiFi, wireless data projectors and afresh, vibrant colour scheme.

Parking is located nearby with discounts availablefor hotel guests.


300

30

30

20

180

144

18

18

n/a

96

-

16

16

16

50

220

20

20

20

150

300

30

30

20

180

The Lakeland

Mercer

Busby

Manchester

Windermere & Buttermere

278

45

40

36

172

3

2.2

2.2

2.3

3

Portland by Thistle3 - 5 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 6DP | t. (0871) 376 9026 | [email protected] | w. thistle.com/manchester

Distance from Airport 11 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.25 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (3 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

The Portland by Thistle Manchester, has beentransformed following a substantial refurbishment.All bedrooms have been fully refurbished and nowinclude air conditioning. In addition to this, theHotel has reverted back to its original name – ThePortland – as it reclaims its position at the forefrontof stylish Manchester city centre hotels. Locatedin the city centre near Piccadilly Gardens, ThePortland by Thistle has 204 bedrooms, includingdeluxe rooms and suites. Relaxed and welcoming,


the Portland Street Restaurant has an enticingmenu featuring home cooked British andcontinental dishes, complemented by anextensive wine list. The Hotel also offers a range offacilities to help you enjoy your stay. Whetheryou’re on a strict training programme, or justlooking to let off some steam, our 'Just Gym',with its gym, plunge pool, sauna and jacuzzi isideal. Car parking is available nearby at anadditional charge.


150

42

47

100

42

80

24

24

42

24

72

18

18

36

18

130

42

30

60

42

150

42

47

100

42

Oasis Suite

Cinnamon Suite

Factory Suite

Songbird Suite

Supernova

299.6

40.6

40.6

109.5

109.5

2.7

2.7

2.7

2.7

2.7

Ramada Manchester Salford QuaysTrafford Road, Salford Quays, M5 3AW | t. (0161) 876 5305 | e. [email protected] | w. ramadasalfordquays.com

Distance from Airport 7.5 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Salford Crescent (1.5 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J12 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited BronzeAIM Accredited Entry

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

The Ramada Hotel Manchester Salford Quays is amodern, contemporary hotel ideally situated ashort stroll from the Metrolink, MediaCityUK, theSoapworks and within one mile of the majormotorway network. The dedicated conference andbanqueting floor offers a choice of five qualitymeeting rooms that offer full flexibility fromboardroom meetings, exhibitions, private dining to

MAX THEATRE 150MAX BANQUETING 150MEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS 142MAP REFERENCE Quays MapSTAR RATING ««««

dinner dances. Whether your requirements are fortwo to 150, we have a room that will suit yourrequirements. All rooms are equipped withcomplimentary WiFi, daylight, climate control, LCDand projector screens. All this, combined with anunparalleled service from the events team andvalue for money and you really are on to a winningformula for your event.


Out of the Ordinary Venues

1,730

440

250

90

40

20

240

150

40

100

100

60

60

240

-

-

-

120

48

24

-

120

96

24

48

-

36

36

164

-

-

-

60

42

18

14

66

60

18

42

-

36

36

-

-

-

-

180

60

-

-

260

120

-

60

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

300

100

-

-

300

150

40

100

-

60

60

240

200

Lyric Theatre

Quays Theatre

Compass Room

Hexagon Room

South Room

North Room

The Studio (all sections)

Studio 1

Studio 2

Studio 3

Conference Theatre

West Room

East Room

Exhibition Space

LS Lowry Galleries

216

132

64

36

403.2

191.5

65.5

128.5

-

68.6

77.7

356.3

678.5

Auditorium

Auditorium

4.5

4.5

3.0

3.0

4.5

4.5

4.5

4.5

-

3.5

3.5

3.5

-

The Lowry


Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ | t. (0161) 876 2040 | e. [email protected] | w.www.thelowry.com

Distance from Airport 14 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Salford Crescent (2 miles)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (0.25 mile)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Yes

With our stunning location, dramatic architecture,experienced team and flexible facilities, when itcomes to creating your special event, you’ll findthat The Lowry has everything you need! Whetherit’s a conference, exhibition or a Christmas party,our bespoke events service means that we cantailor an individual package to suit your exactrequirements.

Set against the impressive backdrop of SalfordQuays, close to the soaring architecture ofMediaCityUK, Old Trafford and the Imperial WarMuseum North, The Lowry has excellenttransportation links, making it easily accessible by car or Metrolink.

The strikingly modern building has a wide range ofconference rooms, catering for anywhere betweenten and 1,730 guests. We also have a collection ofmeeting rooms on the ground floor of Digital WorldCentre, a state-of-the-art facility adjacent to TheLowry. The facilities include a fixed seated, tieredTheatre for 100 delegates and 350 m2 of exhibitionspace with the flexibility of floor-to-ceilingsoundproof partitioning which can transform thespace to eight individual meeting rooms withcapacities ranging from 2 - 70 delegates.

Our in-house technical support provides the higheststandard in AV technology. We offer an excellentservice utilising a range of professional equipmentof the highest specification and our highlyexperienced technical team provides a level of servicethat rivals any professional production company.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 1,730MAX BANQUETING 260MEETING ROOMS 18BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE Quays MapSTAR RATING n/a


We can provide a variety of refreshment options,from simple drinks to fine dining menus personallydesigned by our Executive Head Chef. We aim toprovide a perfect service and our menus have beencreated to accommodate your every need.

From the moment of your first enquiry up until theday of your event, you’ll be looked after by a highlyskilled and committed team of event co-ordinators,who will be on hand to offer you assistance and advice.

By holding an event at The Lowry, you will besupporting the work of The Lowry Centre Trust, anot-for-profit organisation and registered charity (no. 1053962).

Lyric TheatreImpressive in size, this modern and vibrant theatrecan seat up to 1,730 delegates. Used byour corporate clients for events such as AGMs,sales conferences and presentations.

Quays TheatreHydraulic technology allows a range of seatingconfigurations to make events unique, such ascatwalk, flat floored or theatre in the round.Alternatively, the traditional end-stage settingproves popular for conferences up to 440 people.

North and South RoomsThe ground floor rooms both feature dramaticcolour schemes, perfect for smaller meetings and break out sessions.

Compass RoomThe stunning 4th floor circular room has floor-to-ceiling windows allowing an abundance ofnatural daylight to illuminate the room, whilstelectronic blinds provide partial or completeblackout facilities. Panoramic views of The Quays,MediaCityUK and the Manchester skyline from aprivate balcony add the wow factor to anyconference or event.

Hexagon RoomAccessible via the internal Hexagon Bridge, whichprovides a unique area for registration orrefreshments, the Hexagon Room has fantasticviews of The Quayside and the interior of The Lowry.

The StudioThe highly versatile Studio can be used as a singlespace or as three conference rooms of varyingcapacities. When used as one room The Studio hasa vast floor space making it ideal for exhibitions orprivate dinners for up to 280 people. When divided,Studio 1 has the option of a tiered auditoriumperfect for conferences of up to 150 people. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning waterfrontviews whilst blackout facilities feature throughout.

Conference TheatreLocated in Digital World Centre, adjacent to TheLowry, the Conference Theatre holds up to 100delegates. Comfortable seating with fold awaywriting tablets and built-in AV equipment makes itthe perfect space for presentations and lectures.

East and West RoomsThe flexible East and West Rooms with views ofMediaCityUK can be separated by soundproofpartitioning to make two smaller meeting rooms,perfect for small meetings or break out spaces.

Exhibition Space Our 350m2 of exhibition space has removablepartition walls which can create a maximum ofeight separate rooms. Hire includes theConference Theatre making the space highlyversatile and adaptable.

Lowry GalleriesWith the world’s largest public collection of LS Lowry’s work on display, the Galleries offer anexciting and unique space to entertain guests anddelegates. Inspire delegates with an introductorytalk during the day or exclusively hire the Galleriesduring the evening for a private drinks reception or networking event.


1,875

250

50

-

40

-

136

32

-

24

-

136

32

-

24

-

170

40

240

30

-

240

40

500

40

Auditorium

Barbirolli Room

Charles Hallé Room

Circle Foyer

Green Room

Irregular

240

88

Irregular

42

-

9

3.3

3.1

-

The Bridgewater HallLower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3WS | t. (0161) 950 0000 | e. [email protected] | w. bridgewater-hall.co.uk

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.7 miles)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - partGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

Officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen, TheBridgewater Hall is Manchester’s iconic andprestigious international concert venue, built togive the best possible spaces for music, whilstalso providing a unique and exciting environmentfor a diverse range of events.

Situated in the heart of the city centre, the locationcombines a setting steeped in history with anarchitecturally stunning, contemporary andinnovative building. Adjacent to ManchesterCentral Convention Complex, with excellent linksto hotels and public transport, the venue offersbeautiful spaces for a range of events; fromintimate meetings to large-scale conferences,filmings and exhibitions to elaborate receptions.

The in-house Bars and Catering team offer anextensive range of options from simple buffetsand breakfasts, to full banqueting menus andimaginative canapé solutions, and in-housetechnical equipment is available for all your AVneeds. The Conference and Events team offer aprofessional and personal approach from start tofinish, always aiming to meet and exceedexpectations, and to bring your ideas andinspiration to life.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 1,875MAX BANQUETING 600MEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE C5STAR RATING n/a


1,500

550

450

150

100

700

160

200

100

80

-

60

-

30

30

1,000

400

320

160

120

1,000

400

320

160

120

Premier Suite

Lion of Vienna Suite

Platinum Suite

Hall of Fame Suite

Wanderers Suite

2,278.5

609.00

549.32

258.00

198.75

7.5

2.75

2.7

2.7

2.7

De Vere Venues Whites


Reebok Stadium, De Havilland Way, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 6SF | t. (01204) 667788 | [email protected] | w. devere.co.uk/our-locations/whites

Distance from Airport 19 milesDistance from City Centre 17 milesNearest Railway Station Horwich Parkway (0.25 mile)Nearest Motorway M61, J6 (0.25 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

OTHER INFORMATION

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Yes

Whites is an ultra-modern venue with extra time –it shares the home of Bolton Wanderers FC!

Fully integrated into the Reebok Stadium, Whitesis used to the roar of the crowd and provides amemorable location for a stay or an event.

This unique, flexible meeting space can beconfigured to host up to 3,000 delegates.However big your event, Whites’ expert team willtake it in their stride and provide a bespokeservice, from pre-planning to event finish andensure you get the perfect event for your needs.

You can take a trip to the health club or enjoy thebeautiful game in style with Whites’ fantasticpitch-view football packages for this Premiershipseason. Later on, relax with a drink in the Pure Barand enjoy a local dish in Reflections Restaurant.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 1,500MAX BANQUETING 1,000MEETING ROOMS 57BEDROOMS 125GM MAP REFERENCE BB2STAR RATING ««««


2,000

1,500

17,500

5,000

1,500

1,000

7,500

3,000

-

-

-

-

1,500

1,000

7,500

3,000

2,000

1,500

7,500

3,000

Hall 1

Hall 2

Hall 3

Hall 4

3,566

2,761

16,000

5,850

6

6

8.5

6

EventCity


Phoenix Way, off Barton Dock Road, Urmston, Manchester M41 7TB | t. (0161) 870 9800 | e. [email protected] | w. eventcity.co.uk

Distance from Airport 9.8 milesDistance from City Centre 4.5 milesNearest Railway Station Deansgate (4.2 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J9 (0.5 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue YesLeisure NoAir Conditioning NoWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

EventCity is an exhibition and events venuesituated next to The Trafford Centre, Britain’s mostsuccessful shopping and leisure destination. Thesecond largest space outside London, the venueoffers over 28,000 square metres of versatilespace across four inter-connecting halls presentingan ideal blank canvas for any type of consumer,trade or private event.

The unrivalled location boasts free parking for over 3,000 cars, immediate access to the M60,excellent public transport links and over 60restaurants and bars at The Trafford Centre.EventCity visitors can also enjoy the benefits ofaccommodation on the doorstep (over 330 hotelrooms within a one mile radius) plus a range ofsuperb leisure facilities nearby that include Trafford Golf Centre, Legoland Discovery Centre,Chill Factore, Airkix, Powerleague Soccer Dome,David Lloyd Leisure and DW Fitness. Alongsidethe significant advantages of location, organiserscan expect first-class planning and operationalservice levels. The EventCity team approach is towork in partnership with clients from the outset,understand their commercial objectives anddeliver a professional event management serviceto achieve them.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 17,500MAX BANQUETING 7,500MEETING ROOMS 10BEDROOMS n/aGM MAP REFERENCE DD4STAR RATING n/a


200

-

450

40

-

-

450

-

450

100

Exclusive use

Rock Lounge

Hard Rock CafeExchange Square, Manchester, M4 2BS | t. (0161) 831 6700 | e. [email protected] | w. hardrock.com


Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

The Manchester Cafe in the heart of the citycentre is the largest Hard Rock in the UK. It has anawe-inspiring collection of authentic musicmemorabilia, with priceless pieces from Oasis,Elvis Presley, John Lennon and Elton John gracingthe Cafe walls along with more recent additionsincluding stage costumes worn by the ArcticMonkeys and Natasha Bedingfield. So, if rock isyour thing, you will feel right at home here.

Corporate hospitality and party venue available forup to 450 guests. The Cafe can be divided intoexclusive areas for all types of events. Hard RockCafe caters for all occasions with menus to suitknife and fork diners, drinks receptions or butlerserved pass food. Menus range from 'Mosh Pit' to'Groupies' for food offerings, with drinks packagesavailable on request. Our 'Shake it Up' cocktailbuffet packages are perfect for corporate teambuilding events, birthdays, hen parties or just tohave a 'rockin' good time.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 200MAX BANQUETING 450MEETING ROOMS 2BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE D2STAR RATING n/a

Irregular

Irregular


70

1,000

660

1,000

300

-

70

1,000

660

1,000

300

-

45

-

126

-

90

-

60

840

400

620

180

-

-

1,000

800

1,000

300

-

Red Rose

The Point

The Point - Ashes & Boundary

The Point - Ashes, Boundary & Century

The Point Maiden

New Pavilion to open in 2013

144

1,125

528

839

283

-

2.38

19.5

19.5

19.5

19.5

-

Lancashire County Cricket Club & Old Trafford Lodge


Talbot Road, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0PX | t. (0161) 282 4020 | e. [email protected] | w. lccc.co.uk

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre 3 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J7 (2.5 miles)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited YesAIM Accredited Entry

Lancashire County Cricket Club, a prestigiousInternational Cricket venue, is the home of The Point, purpose-built to an extremely highspecification and incorporating a range ofenvironmental innovations.

The Point can cater for a variety of events and has capacity for between 100 and 1,000delegates. An elevated glass fronted suite with abalcony overlooking the famous Old Trafford cricketpitch, the suite offers seven metre headroom withno pillars to impede the view! The room itself isflexible and can be divided into three sections -perfect for smaller events.

A wonderful mezzanine bar area overlooks themain suite. Large, full of light, and modern thisversatile suite has been built to a high technicalspecification and features full blackout facility andamazing lighting.

The adjacent 68 bedroom Old Trafford Lodgecomplements the main site, with 36 of thebedrooms having balconies directly overlookingthe Old Trafford pitch. LCCC is ideally located nextto the Metrolink, a 10-minute ride from centralManchester, close to the motorway network andoffers free car parking.

New Pavilion facilities will be opening in 2013.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 1,000MAX BANQUETING 840MEETING ROOMS 15BEDROOMS 68GM MAP REFERENCE Quays MapSTAR RATING «««


1,000

40

25

20

150

60

60

600

40

25

15

100

40

40

100

25

20

15

60

40

30

800

-

-

-

120

-

-

1,000

40

50

25

120

60

60

Nave

Cathedral Refectory

Bishop Wykeham Library

Chapter House

Regiment Chapel

Conference Room 1

Conference Room 3

Irregular

48

53

26

180

180

10

8

5

5

3

Victoria Street, Manchester, M3 1SX | t. (0161) 833 2220 | e. [email protected] | w. manchestercathedral.org


Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited No AIM Accredited Entry

Offering an oasis amidst the bustle of the city,Manchester Cathedral and its conference centreoffer some of the most impressive andbreathtaking spaces in England.

The Cathedral with its centuries-old architectureand medieval interior can accommodate up to1,000 people, and is matched only by its awe-inspiring presence. The connecting rooms,chapels and library offer the same atmosphericenvironment on a smaller scale.

In contrast the adjacent Cathedral conferencefacilities offer two modern conference rooms,which are ideal for training courses and meetings,having state-of-the-art equipment, plasma TVs and natural daylight on all sides.

Catering in the Cathedral is provided on a bespokebasis, and can accommodate anything from grandbanquets to drinks and canapé receptions.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 1,000MAX BANQUETING 960MEETING ROOMS 7BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE C2STAR RATING n/a

Manchester Cathedral In partnership with Harvey Nichols and Pickled Walnut Bespoke Catering

Irregular

Irregular


200

-

350

300

150

1,000

-

100

150

150

-

200

150

96

600

-

56

120

70

10

90

100

30

-

16

30

30

220

10

320

200

104

800

16

160

150

250

-

500

400

200

1,200

-

250

250

The Boardroom

Platinum Boxes

Citizens

Commonwealth

The Mancunian

East Executive Concourse

Platinum Box Superior

Legends

1894 Club Bar

360

18

400

300

380

1,000

37

460

280

3.4

2.8

3.4

3.8

2.9

4.3

2.8

2.7

2.9

Manchester City Football Club


Etihad Stadium, Etihad Campus, Manchester, M11 3FF t. (0161) 444 4141 Option 1 | e. [email protected] | w. etihadstadium.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10.7 milesDistance from City Centre 1.8 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (1.8 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J23 (2 miles)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

The Etihad Stadium was host venue to thespectacular 2002 Commonwealth Games and isthe home of Manchester City Football Club. Thisstate-of-the-art facility provides an ideal setting forconferences, meetings, dinners, wedding partiesand much more. The seven individually themedsuites cater for all tastes, from the glass frontedMancunian Suite overlooking the pitch, to theCommonwealth Suite styled to reflect the passionof the games. In addition there are 66 hospitalityboxes with magnificent views of the pitch andseveral other smaller rooms all of which are idealfor syndicate groups or meetings.

Events can be tailored to your exact needswhether it's for two people or 1,200. All of this isrepresented by the professional service and first-class cuisine available at the stadium. 2,500 freecar parking spaces are on offer onsite, making thisa very convenient venue.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 1,000MAX BANQUETING 800MEETING ROOMS 73BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE Eastlands MapSTAR RATING n/a


200

100

500

100

100

60

40

200

50

40

60

40

100

40

40

120

50

270

50

50

200

120

500

120

120

Banqueting Room

Conference Hall

Great Hall

Lord Mayor's Parlour

Reception Room

180

135

457.5

144

135.5

9

9

21

9

9.1

Manchester Town HallEvents & Conference Office, Room 101, Albert Square, Manchester, M60 2LA

t. (0161) 234 4343 | e. [email protected] | w.manchester.gov.uk



There is no finer choice for your event thanManchester Town Hall, one of the most iconiclandmarks in the city. A Grade I listed building in amagnificent setting, steeped in a wealth of historyand is definitely one of the hidden jewels inManchester's crown.

This unique venue with its comprehensive rangeof state rooms, chambers and halls is anoutstanding choice for your conference or event.

You will enjoy an unparalleled level of service fromour dedicated events team, in an elegant andimpressive environment built in celebration of thetrade and commerce for which Manchester is sorightly famous. Manchester Town Hall is the idealvenue to add a touch of prestige and grandeur toyour event.

SUITECAPACITY


DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 500MAX BANQUETING 350MEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE C4STAR RATING n/a


1,100

322

252

639

188

155

149

80

176

-

640

168

120

320

136

120

88

64

104

-

-

84

66

-

66

78

64

32

42

8

950

290

210

580

270

200

150

200

200

8

1,110

350

250

600

280

300

180

200

250

-

Manchester

Salford I

Salford II

International

Europa

Trafford

Stretford

Premier

Evolution

Boxes

1,122

528

440

759

484

390

300

252

-

-

4.22

3.15

2.95

3.05

2.92

2.67

2.62

2.57

-

-

Manchester United


United Events, Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0RA | t. (0161) 868 8000 e. [email protected] | w.ManUtd.com/unitedevents

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited SilverAIM Accredited Entry

At Old Trafford, we know that event organisers lista number of different priorities when choosing avenue, but whatever their preferences they almostalways name accessible location, excellentfacilities, great service, fantastic cuisine andmemories to take away, which is why Old Traffordshould feature at the top of any wish list.

Renowned as the home of the world’s mostfamous football club, Manchester United, OldTrafford is one of the leading conference,banqueting and meeting venues in the UK.Boasting 24 purpose-built event suites and 158smaller syndicate rooms, Old Trafford offersunrivalled choice and flexibility for any event, froman AGM for 1,100 or a banquet for 1,000 to aprivate dinner for a few friends.

Located less than two miles from Manchester citycentre and even closer to the motorway network,Old Trafford is easily accessible and unlike manycity centre based venues, boasts secure onsiteparking for over 5,000 vehicles.

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MAX THEATRE 1,100MAX BANQUETING 950MEETING ROOMS 24BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE Quays MapSTAR RATING n/a


700

150

200

30

30

350

100

70

14

14

-

40

40

22

18

550

80

120

22

20

600

150

200

30

30

James Braid Suite

The Mere Suite

George Duncan Suite

Executive Boardroom

George Duncan Boardroom

682

254

137

30

358

4

4

2.5

2.5

2.34

The Mere Golf Resort & SpaChester Road, Mere, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6LJ | t. (01565) 830155 | e. [email protected] | w. themereresort.co.uk

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre 15 milesNearest Railway Station Knutsford (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M6, J19 & M56, J8 (1 mile)Parking YesAccessible Parking Yes

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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MAX THEATRE 700MAX BANQUETING 550MEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS 81GM MAP REFERENCE DD7STAR RATING n/a

The Mere Golf Resort & Spa is the perfectdestination for your conference, event or specialoccasion. The newly opened 81 bedroom hoteland the expansive conference and banquetingfacilities for up to 550 guests are surrounded byour Championship golf course, the Cheshirecountryside and overlook the Mere Lake.

Our meeting and event facilities can accommodateconferences, business meetings, exhibitions, teambuilding events and formal dinners, with a widerange of suites and meeting rooms available. TheJames Braid Suite, which is perfect for an exclusiveevent is the largest event space and can hold up to550 delegates for a reception or dinner. With warmwalnut panelling, light interiors and beautiful viewsacross the Mere Lake, hosting your event here issure to be a memorable occasion. The GeorgeDuncan Suite is traditional in style and has its ownbar, lounge area and connecting syndicate room.The Executive Boardroom is ideal for smallermeetings, interviews and syndicate work.

Known throughout the country for its beautifulscenery and unparalleled guest experience, TheMere Golf Resort & Spa offers a wide variety ofactivities and entertainment which will enhancethe success of any event. From the Championshipgolf course to the Health Club & Spa including a20m indoor swimming pool, you will experience astandard of excellence which is second to none.


650

70

40

30

30

20

20

30

20

450

48

32

24

24

8

16

16

16

100

26

18

18

18

8

12

14

12

500

40

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

1,000

80

40

30

30

15

20

15

20

Main Space

Private Chapel

Pugin Suite

Uriel Suite

St. Francis Suite

Gabriel Suite

Michael Suite

Chapter House

Patrick Dalton Suite

733

58.9

35.3

33.6

33.6

16.7

22

-

22

45

9

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

The Monastery Manchester


Gorton Lane, Manchester, M12 5WF | t. (0161) 223 3211 | e. [email protected] | w. themonastery.co.uk

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (2 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J24 (2 miles)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

OTHER INFORMATION


Following a £6.5 million restoration, this hiddentreasure is now Manchester’s most unique andinspiring venue. The stunning architecture andpeaceful atmosphere combine to make this GradeII* listed building the perfect setting for conferences,weddings, gala dinners, exhibitions and fashionshows. The cathedral-like proportions of thebreathtakingly beautiful Main Space make it perfectfor unforgettable award dinners and parties, withample space for fashion shows and product launches.The former Friary now houses a range of adaptablemeeting and conference rooms, with competitiveday delegate packages for groups of 10 to 650 people.With an exclusive event management and cateringservice, The Monastery team pride themselves ondelivering world-class events. Facilities includecomplimentary onsite car parking with over 400spaces, a refectory and the tranquil Cloister Garden.

The Monastery is just two miles from the citycentre with easy transport links via road and rail tonational networks and Manchester Airport.

All profits from events held are donated to theCharitable Trust which saved The Monastery fromruin. This provides for the maintenance of thebuildings and supports the local communitythrough our charitable projects in education, skills,arts and health. What better way for companies todemonstrate corporate social responsibility inaction by contributing to an award-winning, flagshipcommunity renewal programme.

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DIMENSIONS (M)

MAX THEATRE 650MAX BANQUETING 580MEETING ROOMS 11BEDROOMS n/aGM MAP REFERENCE FF4STAR RATING n/a


300

300

125

200

30

30

70

24

-

-

-

160

56

84

-

-

35

-

-

-

-

160

56

84

20

20

35

15

-

-

250

190

60

90

-

-

-

-

100

170

450

350

-

-

-

-

-

-

250

300

Revolution Manchester Gallery

The Garratt Suite

Garratt Suite 1

Garratt Suite 2

Dalton Suite

Joule Suite

Dalton and Joule SuiteCombined

Whitworth Suite

Power Hall

Air and Space Hall

625.5

301.6

119.6

179.4

38.4

51.6

228.8

33.9

2,960

2,461

4

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

The Museum of Science and IndustryLiverpool Road, Castlefield, Manchester, M3 4FP | t. (0161) 606 0174 | e. [email protected] | w. mosi.org.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Deansgate (0.4 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (1.5 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - someWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

The Museum of Science and Industry inManchester is an inspiring and exciting venue tohold your event. Located on the historic site of theworld's first purpose-built passenger railwaystation, the museum provides an atmospheric andstimulating environment for conferences, seminarsand especially team building and away days.

The new conference centre is located in theMuseum's main building, a former warehousebuilt to store goods carried by the Great WesternRailway Company. The conference centre includesone large function room which can accommodatea maximum capacity of 300 theatre style. Fouradjacent meeting rooms are also available whichare each able to accommodate between 25-70people. An internal balcony area provides a further flexible area for registration, catering orexhibition stands.

Conveniently located in the city centre and withsecure onsite car parking, the Museum is anexcellent choice for any event.

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MAX THEATRE 300MAX BANQUETING 250MEETING ROOMS 10BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE A5STAR RATING n/a


300 180 - 240 500Hall of Fame 485 -

National Football MuseumUrbis Building, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG | t. (0161) 605 8200 e. [email protected] | w. nationalfootballmuseum.com


Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

Opening in summer 2012, the National FootballMuseum is the biggest and best football museumin the world, providing a unique, exciting andcontemporary setting for your evening hospitalityand corporate events. The Museum offers atailored approach, with flexible spaces, includingthe opportunity to expand your event into theoutside space with a marquee.

The ‘Hall of Fame’ space provides the perfectbackdrop with the opportunity to exclusively viewsome of the amazing objects housed here beforeyour event. Or, for a fun start to any event you canalso hire the Museum’s interactive floor to testyour reactions, speed and penalty skills!

With outstanding food and service to complementits new hospitality areas, the National FootballMuseum has installed the very latest in-house AVand lighting equipment, all to ensure a memorableevening for you and your clients.

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130

50

50

50

20

62

36

36

36

-

20

20

20

-

16

100

50

100

100

-

250

50

80

250

-

Anton and Aspen

Aspen

Eiger

Chillis

Vail

140

62

182

226

36

3.5

3.4

2.8

3.4

2.6

Chill FactoreTrafford Leisure Village, Manchester, M41 7JA | t. (0161) 749 2249 | e. [email protected] | w. chillfactore.com

Distance from Airport 4 milesDistance from City Centre 2.5 milesNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (3.5 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J10 (0.1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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Whatever your agenda, be it a simple meeting, a large conference or something a little morebespoke, the team at Chill Factore have theexperience and passion to make your event one to remember.

Located on the first floor of Manchester’s indoorreal snow centre, Chill Factore’s modernconference rooms and event spaces can cater forbetween 5 - 130 delegates and for up to 400

MAX THEATRE 130MAX BANQUETING 100MEETING ROOMS 6BEDROOMS n/aGM MAP REFERENCE DD4STAR RATING n/a

guests for an event. The suites and boardroomscan be arranged in a variety of ways, making iteasier for you to plan any type of event.

Your guests can experience the thrill of Tubing orthe fast paced adrenalin ride of the Luge ice slide.Corporate discounts are available on groups of 10and above. Chill Factore offers everlasting andmemorable events for your guests that will havethem talking for months.


80

-

-

-

-

40

-

-

-

20

25

-

-

8

18

-

-

-

-

-

120

250

450

-

-

CUBE Seminar Suite

CUBE Lower Ground Floor

CUBE Complex (over 2 floors)

Meeting Room 1

Meeting Room 2

120

300

500

15

64

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

3.5

CUBE (Centre for the Urban Built Environment)113 - 115 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 6DW | t. (0161) 237 5525 | e. [email protected] | w. cube.org.uk



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CUBE is a uniquely designed venue located onPortland Street in Manchester’s city centre, withinwalking distance of Oxford Road and Piccadillyrailway stations and local hotels. It is the idealspace for exhibitions, conferences and meetingsfor people who want something different fromtheir events. The versatile spaces can be utilised tosuit your event, ensuring that you have the bestexperience. CUBE is effortlessly contemporary

MAX THEATRE 80MAX BANQUETING n/aMEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE D5STAR RATING n/a

whilst offering the best of the original features ofthe building, making it a stylish environment foryou and your delegates.

The CUBE Complex offers a number of flexiblespaces for hire including: three gallery spaces, aseminar suite and two meeting rooms, catering forbetween 8 - 450 people. Rates include integratedAV equipment.


450

200

150

200

80

350

100

80

100

60

150

45

40

45

30

450

170

180

120

100

500

350

350

350

120

Park Suite

Premier Suite

Horseshoe Suite

Lancaster Suite

Jubilee Suite

658

407

530

445

167

3.67

2.82

2.58

2.40

2.74

Haydock Park RacecourseLodge Lane, Newton-le-Willows, St Helens, Merseyside, WA12 0HQ | t. (01942) 402623e. [email protected] | w. haydock-park.co.uk

Distance from Airport 22.5 milesDistance from City Centre 22.5 milesNearest Railway Station Newton-le-Willows (2 miles)Nearest Motorway M6, J23 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes – fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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Haydock Park isn’t just a leading venue for premierracing, it is also a firm favourite with businesseslooking to host meetings, corporate days,conferences and events.

Set in 127 acres of parkland, there are 1,000square metres of indoor exhibition areas and over 13 acres of hard standing outdoor exhibitionspace for major events accommodating up to20,000 people.

MAX THEATRE 450MAX BANQUETING 450MEETING ROOMS 42BEDROOMS n/aGM MAP REFERENCE BB5STAR RATING n/a

After hours, you can entertain clients in one of thebeautifully appointed banqueting suites, perfect forgala evenings and dinner dances, with panoramicviews of the racecourse.

Situated in the heart of the North West, atJunction 23 of the M6 with guaranteed freeparking for all your guests, the excellent transportlinks, signage and parking facilities ensure thateveryone gets to your event on time.


150

70

-

-

200

50

18

18

-

40

100

36

40

-

80

300

200

40

300

700

-

-

-

60

120

WaterShard Café

Libeskind Room 1 / 2

Libeskind Room (1&2 combined)

Main Exhibition Space

Harrier Area

Irregular

84

164

165

2.5

2.5

-

Imperial War Museum NorthThe Quays, Trafford Wharf Road, Manchester, M17 1TZ | t. (0161) 836 4042/32 | e. [email protected] | w. iwm.org.uk/north

Distance from Airport 11.4 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Oxford Rd (3.7 miles)Nearest Motorway M602, J2 (1 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free


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IWM North, the first UK building designed byworld-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind, is aremarkable experience. Within its striking,innovative structure, you will find a unique venuefor your meetings and events. You can dine, make presentations, hold launches and entertainin our dramatic spaces. Whatever your plans – aspecial event, grand, formal or intimate – we’reable to accommodate.

MAX THEATRE 200MAX BANQUETING 700MEETING ROOMS 3BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE Quays MapSTAR RATING n/a

Evening events have exclusive use of theMuseum, offering a high degree of flexibility. Youcan dine under a suspended Harrier jump-jet,make a presentation with the backdrop of historicartillery, or dance beside a T34 Russian tank.Offering comfort and style choose from the newlyrefurbished Libeskind Rooms or the scenicWaterShard Café for breakfast meetings,conferences, presentations and lunches.

Irregular

Irregular


100

25

130

100

-

25

-

60

50

20

30

-

-

-

-

50

-

120

100

40

-

300

200

150

100

Lecture Room

Pre-Raphaelite Galleries

Atrium

Restaurant

Entrance Hall

86

900

135

197

116

5

-

-

3.5

-

Manchester Art GalleryMosley Street, Manchester, M2 3JL | t. (0161) 235 8866/8862 | e. [email protected] | w.manchestergalleries.org

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (1 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (4 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - someGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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Manchester Art Gallery provides the perfect venuefor both daytime meetings and evening events.

Situated in the city centre, the Gallery is easilyaccessible and is home to one of the mostimportant art collections in the region.


Choose from a varied range of event spaces, fromelegant cocktail parties in amongst the treasuredmasterpieces of the Pre-Raphaelite collection, tostylish dinner dances in the modern glass Atriumand Restaurant. For daytime events, the LectureRoom is a light and airy, purpose-built conferenceroom located at the heart of the Gallery.

- - - 276 276Northern Belle - -

Northern Belle by Orient-Express LMWR Train Depot, Weston Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 6NE

t. (0845) 077 2222 | e. [email protected] | w. orient-express.com/uktrains

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Victoria (0 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J5 (5 miles)Parking NearbyAccessible Parking Nearby

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI NoGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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The Northern Belle by Orient-Express Train, thelatest Orient-Express family member, provides aluxury travel and dining experience with a year-round schedule of dining and day excursions. Thetrain departs from most major cities includingManchester Victoria railway station.

MAX THEATRE n/aMAX BANQUETING 276MEETING ROOMS 1BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE D1STAR RATING n/a

For the ultimate gala dinner venue for up to 276guests or an exclusive day trip experience, whynot exclusively charter the Northern Belle by Orient-Express. Seven luxurious carriages areavailable for spacious dining with a wide range of extras including table magicians and jazz band send off.


120

50

20

80

40

15

60

35

18

100

-

-

200

60

-

The Engine Hall

The Coal Store

The Meeting Room

222.5

73.1

26.6

12

7

4

People’s History MuseumLeft Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3ER | t. (0161) 838 9190 | e. [email protected] | w. phm.org.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Salford Central (0.1 mile)Nearest Motorway M62, J3 (4 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable


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Make a radical choice! Choose the People’sHistory Museum – a venue for a meeting ofminds. The People’s History Museum is a nationalmuseum which tells the story of ordinary people’sstruggle for democracy in Britain. Hold your eventin the company of some of the greatest teambuilders, motivational speakers, revolutionarythinkers and passionate problem solvers of the lasttwo centuries – and a few people who knew how

MAX THEATRE 120MAX BANQUETING 100MEETING ROOMS 3BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE B3STAR RATING n/a

to celebrate success as well! The museum’s new event and meeting facilities are located in aspectacular venue which fuses a magnificentlyrestored historic Edwardian Pump House and anaward-winning new build. Catering is provided by Couture, operators of the riverside cafe bar The Left Bank, who specialise in delicious, freshly prepared and locally sourced British food with a twist.

700

100

70

-

-

-

80

60

-

-

-

-

20

-

12

-

-

-

-

-

700

-

100

60

30

Theatre & Great Hall

Studio

The Front Room

The Round Restaurant

Insider Suite

Irregular

198

114.3

277.5

44.3

4

2.7

3.5

3.5

The Royal Exchange TheatreSt Ann's Square, Manchester, M2 7DH | t. (0161) 615 6793 | e. [email protected] | w. royalexchange.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Victoria (0.25 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J5 (5 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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The Royal Exchange Theatre provides the WOWfactor! The former Cotton Exchange Trading Hallhouses a striking ‘in the round’ steel and glasstheatre seating 700. The Hall holds 700 for standingbuffet/drinks reception. The Studio seats 100.

A scenic lift accesses the Front Room, self-contained with bar and facilities which is licensedfor weddings and civil partnerships. Imaginativecatering is provided by resident chef and team.

MAX THEATRE 700MAX BANQUETING n/aMEETING ROOMS 5BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE C3STAR RATING n/a

Situated in the heart of Manchester, the RoyalExchange Theatre contains some of the mostunusual and attractive spaces in the North West.Convenient for all major road, rail and airconnections, the Theatre is also within walkingdistance of several of Manchester’s top hotels.

Catering is of the highest standard, run inpartnership with Baxter Storey -royalexchange.baxterstorey.com

Irregular


616

466

100

100

110

-

-

60

-

-

-

-

40

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

120

-

-

RNCM Opera Theatre

RNCM Concert Hall

Carole Nash Recital Room

Lecture Theatre

Studio Theatre

Auditorium

Auditorium

Auditorium

Auditorium

Auditorium

Royal Northern College of Music124 Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9RD | t. (0161) 907 5353 | e. [email protected] | w. rncm.ac.uk

Distance from Airport 8.5 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Oxford Road (0.6 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (3 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - free


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With one of the largest theatres in Manchester, astylish concert hall, versatile studio theatre plus avariety of other spaces for hire, the RNCMwelcomes events of all scales and genres. TheRNCM can cover every aspect of your event, be ita small scale meeting or audition, a full dayconference or a multi-day convention. The RNCMboasts purpose-built conference facilities offeringstate-of-the-art AV and sound facilities. Catering

MAX THEATRE 616MAX BANQUETING 250MEETING ROOMS 10+BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE E7STAR RATING n/a

provides three retail outlets – Brodsky restaurantand bar, the Café and the Concert Bar. Whetheryou require a working lunch, drinks reception,meeting with breakfast, workshop with lunch,seminar with homemade cakes or perhaps aformal dinner, the RNCM can work with you tomake your event a success. Let us conduct yournext event!


1,150

420

420

310

80

620

240

240

150

50

190

65

65

60

30

750

285

285

180

60

930

325

325

280

90

City Suite

Irlam Lounge

Barton Lounge

Cadishead Lounge

Willows Room

86

32

32

22

13

4.2

4.2

4.2

4.2

2.5

Salford City Stadium1 Stadium Way, Eccles, Manchester M30 7EY | t. (0844) 844 8404

e. [email protected] | w. salfordcitystadium.com

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre 7 milesNearest Railway Station Eccles (3 miles)Nearest Motorway M60, J11 (0.5 mile)Parking Yes - free Accessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning YesWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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Opened in January 2012, Salford City Stadium isManchester’s newest conference and eventsdestination. The Stadium prides itself on offering atruly bespoke service to all its clients, whateverthe event. The venue boasts a series of suites and12 stunning hospitality boxes that can host eventsranging from 10-1,000+ delegates. This iscombined with an experienced and professionalevents team, a passion for fine dining andexceptional service standards throughout.

MAX THEATRE 1,150MAX BANQUETING 750MEETING ROOMS 16BEDROOMS n/aGM MAP REFERENCE DD4STAR RATING n/a

Salford City Stadium is ideally situated adjacent to The Trafford Centre and has excellent transportlinks to Manchester city centre and the NorthWest. The Stadium also offers more than 600 free car parking spaces.



140

20

25

30

30

64

16

18

20

22

40

14

16

18

18

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Main Hall

Room 3

Room 4

Room 5

Rooms 6&7

157

24

30

31

30

7.5

2.4

2.4

3

3

St Thomas Conference CentreArdwick Green North, Manchester, M12 6FZ | t. (0161) 277 1010 e. [email protected] | w. stthomascentre.org.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre 0.75 mileNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.6 mile)Nearest Motorway A57MParking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - free GTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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The St Thomas Conference Centre, located a short walk from Piccadilly railway station, is aunique conference and meeting venue housed inan 18th Century, Grade II listed church. Fullyequipped and accessible, the Centre has beenrecently refurbished to a high standard and offersgreat customer service at excellent rates. TheCentre can offer a number of flexible spaces forhire including the Main Hall, which can cater for upto 140 delegates. In addition, there are several

MAX THEATRE 140MAX BANQUETING n/aMEETING ROOMS 6BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE F5STAR RATING n/a

meeting rooms which are ideal for meetings for upto 30 people. The Centre also provides excellentcatering at competitive prices.

Managed by the Greater Manchester Centre forVoluntary Organisation, a registered charity, theCentre is available to all users. The Centre holdsthe Manchester City Council EnvironmentalBusiness Pledge at Silver Award level.


60

20

300

60

20

200

40

16

-

40

16

200

90

20

300

Boardroom

Borsa

Dining Room

-

-

-

-

-

-

Stock RestaurantThe Stock Exchange, 4 Norfolk Street, Manchester, M2 1DWt. (0161) 839 6644 | e. [email protected] | w. stockrestaurant.co.uk

Distance from Airport 10 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Victoria (0.4 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2.1 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Nearby - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - free GTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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Stock Restaurant is the perfect venue for all yourcorporate events and dining needs. Situated belowa magnificent 50 foot domed ceiling on the tradingfloor of Manchester’s former Stock Exchange, themain dining room can accommodate 200 diners(gala style).

Stock has a long experience of hosting largecorporate events, both formal and informal, and


the dedicated events team take pride in planningyour event and tailoring the restaurant’s facilitiesaround your individual requirements.

Fine food, award-winning wines coupled with awarm and friendly service, all set in a truly uniquevenue, will ensure that whatever the event, it willbe a great success.


Access to over 250 venuesis just a phone call away.

Looking for the perfect venue? Look no further.Manchester’s convention bureau can find the rightvenue for your event, check rates and availability andpresent you with a detailed proposal in just 24 hours.

Call us today on +44 (0)161 238 4597 and let us do allthe hard work for you.


Airport Venues

350

120

80

60

80

60

50

-

-

50

150

80

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Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport


Chicago Avenue, Manchester, M90 3RA | t. (0161) 490 5000 e. [email protected] | w. radissonblu.co.uk/hotel-manchesterairport

Distance from Airport At the airportDistance from City Centre 8 milesNearest Railway Station Manchester Airport (0 mile)Nearest Motorway M56, J5 (0.5 mile)Parking Yes - freeAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited SilverAIM Accredited Entry

Directly connected to Manchester Airport’s threeterminals, train and coach stations and easilyaccessible from the motorway network withparking onsite. The Airport’s largest conferencevenue offers two dedicated conference floors with31 impressive meeting rooms; ranging fromsyndicate rooms for up to eight peopleboardroom, to the impressive ScandinavianBallroom catering for up to 350 delegates and 230dinner guests. All meeting and event rooms offernatural daylight, air conditioning, complimentarywireless Internet access, business kits, the 8-hourchairs for maximum comfort, and the latest inaudio visual equipment. The ScandinavianBallroom incorporates a built-in back projection setand ceiling height of up to 3.8m. The Hotel boasts360 Radisson Blu themed bedrooms, tworestaurants, health club with full gym, swimmingpool, sauna, steam room and the Beauty Lounge.The Hotel also provides over 800 car parkingspaces.

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De Vere Mottram Hall

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre 15 milesNearest Railway Station Wilmslow (2.5 miles)Nearest Motorway M56, J6 (8 miles)Parking YesAccessible Parking Yes

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure YesAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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A grand entrance leads to an even biggerwelcome at Mottram Hall, a magnificent 18thCentury Georgian country house hotel set in amagnificent 270 acre estate. Explore the space,experience the fine touches and feel safe in theknowledge that the team is here to help yourmeeting, conference or event be the best it canbe. Whether a large gala dinner, a crucialconference or a brainstorming session, De VereMottram Hall offers you the space to think, the

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character to be individual and the attentive serviceto allow you to concentrate. Enjoy team-building inthe hotel’s stunning grounds, private dining in thebeautiful rooms and a restful night’s sleep in thecomfortable bedrooms. From the moment youcall, you will have a dedicated manager to supportand advise you with the sole purpose of makingsure your event is a success. So when it comes toplanning from beginning to end, think business,think Mottram.


Manchester Airport

Wilmslow Road, Mottram, St Andrews, Cheshire, SK10 4QT | t. (01625) 828135e. [email protected] | w. devere-hotels.com

Manchester’s award-winning airportprides itself on being one of the world’sbusiest and friendliest. As the largestairport outside of London, ManchesterAirport currently handles over 20 millionpassengers per year. Its facilities are world-class with three terminals and two runways.

Manchester is connected to more than 190destinations by 65 airlines, meaning that it’s easy to get here from anywhere in the world. With its comprehensive European and domesticair network, visitors can use the city as a convenient base for transfers to the rest of the UK and Europe.

For those who are looking for somewhere to workin peace and quiet, the Escape Lounges inTerminals 1 and 2 are ideal. With an onsite chefyou can enjoy freshly made food, book a private

meeting room, or relax at the spa. Businesstravellers can take advantage of the FastTracklanes at security that enables you to jump to thefront of any queue or if you book Valet Parking, it isincluded for free as part of the package. Executivetransfers and chauffeur services are also available.

If Manchester’s your destination for a meeting,why not take advantage of the fantastic offersavailable from the array of hotels located on thedoorstep of the Airport. From budget to four starluxury, these venues make for a perfect take off or touch down.

The Airport boasts a multi-million ground transportinterchange that brings rail, coach, bus and taxisunder one roof, offering frequent and directtransport services to Manchester city centre, andthe rest of the UK. A train service from the Airportto Manchester Piccadilly railway station operatesevery 10 minutes, with a journey time ofapproximately 15 minutes.

manchesterairport.co.uk


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Manchester Metropolitan UniversityVenues for Events, Cavendish Building, Cavendish Street, Manchester, M15 6BGt. (0161) 247 1565 | e. [email protected] | w.mmu.ac.uk/venues


Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

Manchester Metropolitan University offersexcellent facilities for events within Manchestercity centre. Due to open autumn 2012, theUniversity’s impressive new Business School willoffer spacious and stylish conference and eventsfacilities under a stunning glass atrium.

The highly-original jewel shaped building hasbeen designed to be at the forefront of greendevelopment in the city and will have strongsustainability credentials. With six tiered lecturetheatres on the ground floor (max 250), multiplesyndicate rooms on the upper floors (max 70),exhibition space (710 m2) and dining for up to 250 delegates it is definitely a venue with the‘wow’ factor!

Alongside the new Business School, the All SaintsCampus already offers a selection of impressivebuildings perfect for a range of events. Many haveattractive, award-winning design features and largeflexible atrium spaces as well as multiple meetingrooms and theatre space. All the venues are fullyequipped with excellent multi-media facilities,WiFi and technical support is available throughoutyour event. The University’s professional andfriendly Conference and Events team will be onhand from start to finish ensuring your event is agreat success.

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The University of Manchester


Conference Sales Office, Staff House Conference Centre, Sackville St, Manchester, M13 9PL | t. (0161) 306 [email protected] | w.meeting.co.uk

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre In the city centreNearest Railway Station Piccadilly (0.25 mile)Nearest Motorway M60, J5 (5 miles)Parking Yes - free & chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - free & chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - partLeisure Yes - chargeableAir Conditioning NoWIFI YesGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

The University of Manchester offers a diverserange of conference, event and meeting venuessuitable for everything from large internationalassociation conferences to corporate events andmeetings, many of which are available year round.Facilities include tiered theatres seating up to1,000, with WiFi across all sites, flat-flooredmeeting rooms for 4 to 675, high quality audio-visual equipment with support from a dedicatedtechnical team, imaginative menus, exhibitionspace, over 4,000 bedrooms in four types ofaccommodation as well as Chancellors Hotel andConference Centre.

The largest venue in the conference portfolio,University Place, offers a 1,000 seat lecturetheatre, 500m2 of exhibition space, marquee area and 24 syndicate rooms. The Universityboasts some of the finest sports facilities in Europe, and its very own museum, art gallery and observatory. With competitive day delegaterates and ConferCare, our delegate registrationand hotel booking service, the University is theideal choice for your next event.

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Manchester Business SchoolBooth Street West, Manchester, M15 6PB | t. (0161) 275 6424e. [email protected] | w.mbs.ac.uk/aboutus/conference-hotel/index.aspx

Distance from Airport 8 milesDistance from City Centre 1 mileNearest Railway Station Oxford Rd (0.25 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2 miles)Parking Yes - free & chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - free & chargeable


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Manchester Business School is rated as one of theworld’s leading business schools with a diverseand unique combination of conference facilities. Itboasts extensive IT and AV facilities and theservices of an expert conference team to ensurethe success of your meeting or event.

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With one of Europe’s leading business libraries in-house, a video conference facility and anobservation facility where you can remotelymonitor and record sessions, ManchesterBusiness School is the ideal choice for your next event.


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MANDEC3rd Floor, University of Manchester Dental Hospital, Higher Cambridge Street, Manchester, M15 6FH t. (0161) 275 6645 | [email protected] | w.mandec.co.uk

Distance from Airport 8.5 milesDistance from City Centre 1.5 milesNearest Railway Station Oxford Road (0.7 mile)Nearest Motorway M56, J3 (5.4 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - freeGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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MANDEC is a modern and user-friendly facilityoffering a choice of meeting and event spaces.Ideal for meetings, conferences and trainingMANDEC can cater for up to 120 delegates.

This unique facility is situated in the heart of theuniversity campus and includes a 120 seat tieredlecture theatre which is fully equipped withstate-of-the-art AV facilities. The venue also

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includes a dual purpose, flexible seminar roomalong with a dining area for up to 90 delegates and exhibition foyer.

MANDEC is a fully accessible venue, located closeto Manchester city centre with good and frequenttransport links to hand. Car parking is convenientlysituated directly opposite.

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UMIC Core Technology Facility46 Grafton Street, Manchester, M13 9NT | t. (0800) 014 1009 | e. [email protected] | w. umic.co.uk/conferencing

Distance from Airport 9 milesDistance from City Centre 1 mileNearest Railway Station Oxford Road (0.9 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (2 miles)Parking Nearby - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - free

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure NoAir Conditioning Yes - fullWIFI Yes - fullGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited Entry

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We don’t just do rooms. We do meeting, trainingand conference spaces for effective events.Meeting rooms are dedicated spaces for busypeople to think, discuss and plan, work throughagendas, achieve results, innovate and burst intoaction. The conference and event facilities in theCore Technology Facility are located in the heart ofManchester’s vibrant academic and businesscommunity, a place where ideas spark andinnovation and business meet.

MAX THEATRE 140MAX BANQUETING n/aMEETING ROOMS 9BEDROOMS n/aMAP REFERENCE Oxford Rd MapSTAR RATING n/a

With nine multi-function rooms capable of avariety of capacities and layouts, we offer a stylishsetting with first-class facilities and service, andare proud to be an AIM accredited venue. Whenyou book with UMIC you can expect flexiblepricing, a warm welcome and great service. TheEvents Team is experienced in the planning andimplementation of conferences and events, andcan be called upon to offer professional supportand advice for any event, large or small.


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ThinkLab

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University of SalfordThe Conference Office, Faraday House (Room 113), 43 The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WT

t. (0161) 295 7076/ 5950 | e. [email protected] | w. conference.salford.ac.uk

Distance from Airport 11 milesDistance from City Centre 2 milesNearest Railway Station Salford Crescent (0.3 mile)Nearest Motorway M602, J3 (3 miles)Parking Yes - chargeableAccessible Parking Yes - chargeable

Accessible Venue Yes - fullLeisure Yes - chargeableAir Conditioning Yes - partWIFI Yes - someGTBS Accredited NoAIM Accredited No

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The University’s Peel Park Campus is situated in34 acres of parkland on the banks of the RiverIrwell and is located less than two miles fromManchester city centre. Easy access frommotorway and national rail networks makes usconvenient for travel from anywhere in the UK.Facilities include concert halls, lecture theatres,conference space and meeting rooms - as well asstate-of-the-art video conferencing within the

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ThinkLab and the Innovation Forum. Each enquiryreceives individual attention and the Universityis committed to delivering the best package tomeet your event needs. We can accommodatemost events, from a meeting for ten delegates,a concert for 1,000 people to residentialconferences during the summer vacation.We offer a full range of event managementservices to assist you in your event planning.


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Academic Vacation Dates 2012/13

As well as year-round conferencefacilities Manchester’s academicinstitutions offer an increasedcapacity during vacation periods.

The University of Manchester

Easter 2012 23 March - 16 April

Summer 2012 8 June - 17 September

Christmas 2012/13 14 December - 14 January


Summer 2013 7 June - September

Manchester Metropolitan University






University of Salford






University of Bolton

Easter 2012 2 April - 22 April




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the benefits are invaluable.Call +44 (0)161 238 [email protected]

Be a part of the city’s continuing success storyas a world-class conference destination.

What’s in it for you?• Raise your personal profile and your organisation’s • Establish worldwide links and research partnerships

• Stimulate funding and investment opportunities

What we can do for you

We offer a range of free services:• One-to-one conference support• Expert local knowledge• Bid presentation support• Venue location service• Accommodation booking service

Manchester Conference Ambassadorsvisitmanchester.com/ambassadors

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ABode Manchester

The Grade II listed ABode Manchester offers comfort and luxury in theheart of the city. Home to the award-winning Michael Caines restaurant,the hotel is located close to Piccadilly station.

Enjoy a night’s stay at this stunning four-star hotel which offers the verybest in comfort. Rooms include Vi-Spring beds; DVD players andstate-of-the-art LCD televisions.

StayManchester.comLaystall Apartments, 40 Laystall Street, Manchester M1 2JZ | t. (0161) 236 7330e. [email protected] |w. staymanchester.com | Map Ref: F4

StayManchester.com provides a superb range of generously proportioned1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, ideal for the discerning business traveller.Conveniently located in the city centre, a short walking distance toPiccadilly railway station, the Metrolink and Manchester’s attractions.

StayManchester.com’s serviced apartments make the perfect choice forboth short and long term use. Free WiFi is available in all apartments.24 hour reception and onsite car parking.

StayManchester.com makes an ideal base to explore all that Manchesterhas to offer.

Victoria Hall Ltd281 Upper Brook Street, Manchester M13 0FZt. (0161) 607 8000 | [email protected] | w. victoriahall.com | Map Ref: Oxford Road Map

All flats are fully equipped, with broadband available and satellite TV. All bedrooms are en-suite.

107 Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 2DB | t. (0161) 247 7744e. [email protected] | w. abodehotels.co.uk/manchester | Map Ref: E4


Manchester by numbers…£1 The amount paid by Greater Manchester Council to purchase the 1830 part of Liverpool Road Station in

1978. The site is now home of MOSI (The Museum of Science & Industry) 25 The number of Nobel Prize winners from the University of Manchester 250 There are over 250 conference and events venues in Greater Manchester. This market is worth over £570

million per year, attracting more than 4 million delegates annually 43,593 The number of seats in Greater Manchester theatres and cultural venues


visitmanchester.com/conferenceThe home of great ideas and great events.

An intuitive venue directory that makeschoosing Manchester easy.

Downloadable event planningresources to save you timeand money.

Direct links to Manchester’sconvention bureau.

Dedicated event pages – makinglife easy for your delegates.

An inspiring collection ofincentive ideas.

Check out Manchester’s businesstourism website and discover:

Service Providers

Clear Presentations121 Palatine Road, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 3YA t. (0161) 448 2424 | e. [email protected] | w. clearpresentations.com

Working on both large and small scale events,Clear Presentations is a leading Manchester based event production agency. Services aretailored to your needs to ensure that your event or conference is a resounding success.

With highly experienced event managers and astrong creative team, Clear Presentations offer atotal event management solution from concept to delivery. They can be relied upon to bring freshideas to ensure that your event meets the desired objectives. Contact Caroline Ellison [email protected] to find out why weare the clear choice.

StagefreightUnit B, Gildersome Spur, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS27 7JZt. (0113) 238 0805 | e. [email protected] | w. stagefreight.com

The North’s leading road transport specialistsassisting the event, exhibition, television andtheatre industries. Stagefreight can offer any size vehicle including up to fifty trailers. We havethe best insurance cover and widest range ofvehicles and experience to assist you.

Piccadilly AVUnit 4, Great Jackson Street, Manchester, M15 4NP t. (0161) 238 9090 | [email protected] | w. picc.co.uk

Whatever your event, you want to create aninspiring experience.

Piccadilly AV are specialists in audio visual supportand set design/build, providing a cost effectiveturnkey service for any live event withoutcompromising quality.

We work in hotels, galleries, museums, civiccentres – in fact any venue, including outdoors!


Congrex UK26 - 28 Hammersmith Grove, London, W6 7BAt. (020) 8834 1014 | e. [email protected]. congrex.com

Experts in providing conference services that help you to deliver cost-efficient, professionalevents every time.

Event LinenFirst Floor, 12 Church Road, Gatley, SK8 4NQ t. (0161) 428 7535 | e. [email protected]. eventlinen.co.uk

Event Linen is an established nationwide linen hiresupplier for table cloths, chair covers and sashes.

Fluid Bars LtdHope Mills, 113 Pollard Street, Manchester, M4 7JAt. (0161) 275 9996 | e. [email protected]. fluidbars.co.uk

Fluid Bars provide a full mobile bar service forevents; a range of quality bars, premium andtrained mixologists, flair bartenders, floor staff, and equipment.

H2 EventsThe Events Suite, Bryant House, 61-63 Wellington Road North, Stockport, SK4 1HS t. (0161) 477 9877 e. [email protected]. h2-events.co.uk

Professional conference organisers. Eventmanagement services. Design and custom buildexhibition stands and conference sets.

Saville Audio VisualUnit 2, Fourth Avenue, The Village, TraffordPark, Manchester, M17 1DBt. (0161) 873 [email protected]. saville-av.com

The UK’s leading supplier of Audio Visual servicesfor all your conference and event requirementsincluding webcasting and voting systems.

Kenes1st Floor, Chesterfield House, 385 Euston Road, London, NW1 3AU t. (0207) 383 8030 | e. [email protected]. kenes.com/uk

Kenes UK - a world leader in professional congressorganisation and association management for themedical and scientific sectors.


Alternatively book online atvisitmanchester.com

Need help withaccommodationbooking?The team at Visit Manchester can help with all your accommodation needsCall +44 (0161) 238 4597Email: [email protected]

Transport Providers

Swans Travel LimitedStanley House, Broadgate, Broadway Business Park, Chadderton, Oldhamam, OL9 9XAt. (0161) 681 0999 | e. [email protected] | w. swanstravel.com

Swans Travel are specialists in the provision ofprofessional transport services for airport and hoteltransfers, conferences and corporate hospitality.Our fleet of executive cars, people carriers andcoaches are based within close proximity ofManchester city centre and Manchester Airport.

The experienced staff in our corporate traveldepartment specialise in providing a professionaltransport service and we are acknowledged as aleading transport provider for major businessesand corporate organisations visiting GreaterManchester.

The department’s expertise lies in the planningand co-ordination of every last detail of yourrequirements, ensuring that your visit is wellorganised and enjoyable. In addition, we canprovide a variety of ticketing, hospitality andaccommodation packages, enabling you to takeadvantage of all Manchester has to offer.

We also offer all aspects of logistical services forany size of conference or event, ensuring that yourguests, delegates, staff or visitors get to wherethey need to be, safely and on time.


Bullocks CoachesCommercial Garage, Stockport Road, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 2AG

t. (0161) 428 5265 | e. [email protected] | w. bullockscoaches.com

For more than 75 years and over threegenerations, Bullocks Coaches has developed the experience and professionalism that nowdrives our travel and transport services. The careof a family run company and the expertise andefficiency of a well organised business providesthe solution to all your travel needs.

Our fleet of modern comfortable luxury coachesand smart informed friendly drivers will ensurewhether it’s a day trip, or corporate event travelling with Bullocks Coaches will be a pleasure.


Manchester Visitor Information CentrePiccadilly Plaza, Portland Street, Manchester, M1 4AJ

Monday - Saturday: 9.30am - 5.30pmSunday: 10.30am - 4.30pm

Tel: +44 (0)871 222 8223Email: [email protected]

Buses

Buses are a great way to see both the citycentre and the wider city-region. Acomprehensive network of buses offerfrequent services to many destinations.When in the city centre, you can hop onone of the Metroshuttle buses. These arefree and link to all the main railwaystations, shopping districts and businessesin the city centre.

T (0161) 244 1000 | gmpte.com

Trams

Greater Manchester’s Metrolink network isone of the most successful light rail systemsin the UK, carrying nearly 20 millionpassengers every year. Running every fiveminutes, Metrolink is the perfect mode oftransport for those who require fast andfrequent transport. Trams run from the earlymorning until late in the evening; don’tforget to purchase your ticket from themachine at the platform before you board.

T (0161) 205 2000 | metrolink.co.uk

Trains

There are four key railway stations inManchester city centre – Deansgate, Piccadilly,Oxford Road and Victoria. Of these, Piccadillyattracts the most visitors and is the mainarrival point into the city centre. With a fully-developed network of services to both localdestinations and beyond, taking the train is anideal way to travel on your visit. Trains runapproximately every 10 minutes fromManchester Airport to Manchester Piccadillyrailway station, taking just 15 to 20 minutes.

T (08457) 484950 | nationalrail.co.uk

Daysaver Travelcard

DaySaver is a Travelcard that is accepted bymost bus, train and tram companies inManchester. It allows you to transfer easilyfrom one form of transport to another, asmany times as you wish. Daysavers areavailable from bus drivers, tram ticketmachines and railway stations.

T (0871) 200 22 33systemonetravelcards.com

Travelling further afield

If you are venturing to another UK city,National Express operates from the modernChorlton Street Coach Station.

T (08705) 808080 | nationalexpress.com

Virgin Trains run up to three trains perhour to London from Manchester Piccadillyrailway station, with frequent rail servicesto many other major UK cities available,including Birmingham, Glasgow, Leedsand Newcastle.

T (08457) 484950virgintrains.co.uk | tpexpress.co.uk

For more information about publictransport in Greater Manchester:

T (0871) 200 22 33 gmpte.com

Manchester is one of the most accessible cities in the UK, thanks to its central location andexcellent transport links. Manchester has a comprehensive public transport system, so onceyou’re in the city you should have no problems getting around using buses, trains or trams.

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ABode Manchester

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De Vere Mottram Hall

De Vere Venues Whites

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly Hotel

EventCity

Hard Rock Cafe

Haydock Park Racecourse

Hilton Manchester Deansgate

Imperial War Museum North

Lancashire County Cricket Club & Old Trafford Lodge

Lowry; The

Malmaison Hotel

Manchester Art Gallery

Manchester Business School

Manchester Cathedral

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Manchester City Football Club

Manchester Conference Centre and Hotel

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Town Hall

Manchester United

MANDEC

Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

Mechanics Centre Ltd.

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel

Mere Golf Resort and Spa; The

Midland Hotel; The

Monastery Manchester; The

Museum of Science & Industry; The

National Football Museum

E4

GM Map EE7

D4

C5

GM Map EE6

GM Map EE5

GM Map CC2

GM Map FF6

GM Map AA3

E4

E3

GM Map EE5

GM Map DD4

Quays Map

D5

GM Map FF7

GM Map BB2

E4

GM Map DD4

D2

GM Map BB5

B5

Quays Map

Quays Map

Quays Map

E4

D4

Oxford Road Map

C2

C5

Eastlands Map

E6

D6

C4

Quays Map

Oxford Road Map

A4

D5

D4

GM Map DD7

E6

GM Map FF4

A5

D2

-

90

100

1,875

150

350

100

400

300

200

300

125

130

160

80

220

1,500

170

17,500

200

450

600

200

1,000

1,730

100

130

200

1,000

9,000

1,000

280

280

500

1,100

120

250

180

800

700

700

650

300

300

-

30

45

136

80

50

40

30

50

50

50

40

20

70

25

40

60

70

-

-

150

80

100

126

66

35

30

50

100

60

100

48

40

100

84

50

70

50

30

40

400

100

160

-

61

50

141

-

212

255

96

187

124

363

223

70

-

166

-

131

125

285

-

-

-

279

-

68

-

167

-

101

-

-

-

117

500

-

-

-

148

-

280

81

312

-

-

-

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

MAP REFERENCE

CAPACITYTHEATRE

CAPACITYBOARDROOM

TOTALBEDROOMSVENUE

NO. ON

MAP

80

37

37

46

24

25

25

26

26

27

27

38

59

38

59

69

47

28

48

49

60

29

60

50

44

39

61

74

51

18

52

30

72

53

54

74

31

39

40

55

32

56

57

58

PAGENO.

Venue Index


Venue Index

Northern Belle by Orient-Express

Palace Hotel; The

Park Inn by Radisson

People’s History Museum

Place Apartment Hotel; The

Portland by Thistle

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport

Radisson Edwardian Hotel

Ramada Manchester Salford Quays

Renaissance Manchester Hotel; The

Rocco Forte’s The Lowry Hotel

Royal Exchange Theatre; The

Royal Northern College of Music

Salford City Stadium

St Thomas Conference Centre

StayManchester.com

Stock Restaurant

UMIC Core Technology Facility

University of Manchester; The

University of Salford

Victoria Hall Ltd

D1

D5

D1

B3

F4

E4

GM Map EE6

C4

Quays Map

C3

B3

C3

E7

GM Map DD4

F5

F4

D3

Oxford Road Map

Oxford Road Map

A3

Oxford Road Map

-

1,000

220

120

150

300

350

350

150

400

400

700

616

1,150

140

-

300

140

1,000

1,020

-

-

40

45

60

45

50

36

90

72

100

40

20

40

190

40

-

40

40

50

31

-

-

275

252

-

107

204

360

263

142

203

165

-

-

-

-

84

-

-

4,000

2,710

-

61

33

40

62

34

41

68

35

41

31

36

62

63

63

64

80

64

75

73

75

80

45

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

60

61

62

63

64

65

MAP REFERENCE

CAPACITYTHEATRE

CAPACITYBOARDROOM

TOTALBEDROOMSVENUE

NO. ON

MAPPAGENO.

Services Index

Bullocks

Clear Presentations

Congrex

Event Linen Hire Ltd

Fluid Bars

H2 Events

Kenes

Piccadilly AV

Saville Audio Visual

Stagefreight Ltd

Swans

Transport

Services

Services

Services

Services

Services

Services

Services

Services

Services

Transport

88

84

85

85

85

85

85

84

85

84

89

SERVICECOMPANYPAGENO.



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Manchester Arena will be the venue forbasketball with GB versus US. The RugbyLeague 'Magic Weekend' will take place inMay, whetting the city’s appetite for theRugby League World Cup 2013 which willalso be in Greater Manchester. Let’s notforget the other national and internationalchampionships covering cycling,Taekwondo, netball, squash and more.From this year’s exciting line-up we’redefinitely living up to the accolade as oneof the ‘Ultimate Sports Cities’.

As the city where John Rutherford first splitthe atom, scientific innovation has alwaysbeen of particular interest - and 2012 is noexception. This year sees the centenary ofAlan Turing’s birth. The Enigma codebreaker spent the last six years of his lifeworking at The University of Manchestercreating a software program for the world’sfirst recognisable modern computer, theManchester Mark 1. Several events will beheld across the city as part of his centenarycelebrations, MOSI (The Museum of Science& Industry) will be exhibiting works inspiredby and themed around Turing and hisachievements. The University will also behosting a conference, with speakers such asAndrew Hodges, Turing’s biographer.

It's interesting how Manchester’s innovativefirsts are still helping to influence majorinternational conferences, such as the threemajor nuclear conferences being held inManchester this year. Each conferenceshowcases the city’s heritage, commercialand academic excellence to a new globalaudience. I expect in years to come we willbe talking about current Manchester firsts,such as the development of Graphene, askey influences for innovation, investmentand future conferences.

As a host city, Manchester offers an endlesschoice of entertainment and leisure options.There are a number of spectacular showstaking place this year including the StoneRoses, Coldplay, Happy Mondays andBruce Springsteen – not to mention thecountless other music events that will takeplace in 2012.

Check out visitmanchester.com/conferencefor our annual calendar of festivals andevents. There’s so much to see and doeven the most discerning of delegates willbe spoilt for choice.

We’ve tried to fit as much information intothese 96 pages as possible. Hopefully it hasgiven you a flavour of what GreaterManchester has to offer and the diversityand quality of the venues we have within theregion. But rest assured, whatever type ofevent, Manchester has the space and, moreimportantly, the desire to deliver beyondyour expectations.

There’s no better time to give theVisit Manchester convention bureau a calland discover for yourself why, as a city,we’re known for our friendliness andattitude. It’s the same warmth yourdelegates will experience when you bringyour event to this city.

Manchester will continue to be a citywhich works hard but also knows how tocelebrate; whether it’s sport, music,science, media, culture or commerce- you’ll find it here in Manchester.

We look forward to welcoming you toManchester.

Steven SmallHead of Business Tourism, Visit Manchester

The Last Word

The world of conferences and events is allabout planning. It always seems as one eventfinishes we barely stop to catch our breathbefore moving onto the next. This yearseems a little more monumental than others,particularly with the London 2012 Olympicand Paralympic Games around the corner.I'm really quite excited at being part ofsomething that won't return to these shoresfor a long time to come - even if myparticipation is from the comfort of one ofthe fanzones.

There’s been so much talk about London2012 benefiting the rest of the UK; judging byall that’s going on in the region pre and postLondon 2012, this is definitely the case.

Manchester will proudly welcome a numberof nations. Old Trafford will be hosting nineof the Olympic football fixtures, includingthe very first Team GB match. Some teamsincluding Swim Australia, will callManchester home as they train for theGames. Along with the rest of the country,Greater Manchester will be celebrating theTorch Relay in true Mancunian style with anumber of special events.

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