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City of Bristol College

City of Bristol College Ashley Down Centre Ashley Down Road Bristol, BS7 9BU

Academic
·Conference centre
·250 attendees
·7 meeting rooms

With four sites spread across Bristol including a city centre location, the college is able to provide a variety of spaces for events. Whether a meeting for three people or sales conference for 150, the college has the space perfect for any event. All sites are available to hire throughout the year and can be hired on a weekend & evening for private functions. Ashley Down Steeped in history, the Ashley Down centre is part of the famous orphanage opened in 1849 by George Muller. Based within the original buildings, the event spaces benefit from high ceilings, natural day light and included the Cabot Pool Room which was originally the swimming pool at the orphanage. The college can host events for up to 175 people at Ashley Down. Free parking on site South Bristol Skills Academy Completed in 2010, this modern & spacious building has been highly commended at the South West built environment awards. The contemporary environment is host to a lively student & staff environment perfect for events which encompass networking, workshops & exhibitions for up to 160 people. Free parking 10 minutes walk from site. College Green Based in the city centre the site is perfect for delegates arriving via public transport. As a hub for the college, it offers a wide variety of computer rooms, classrooms and larger spaces to suit your needs. No parking on site. Soundwell Perfect for smaller events, the site has computer rooms & classrooms which can be hired for private hire. The site has ample car parking & is based off of the city ring road.

University of the West of England

Frenchay Campus Coldharbour Lane Bristol Gloucestershire, BS16 1QY

Academic

The UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre offers a fully versatile and dynamic 4000 sq m space, providing you with the choice of utilising it as a single dramatic area, or dividing the space to fit your requirements. 450 free, secure car parking spaces are available onsite and extra car parking can be arranged within the vicinity. The 18 meeting rooms available at UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre are ideal for smaller gatherings, offering fully flexible seating arrangements for between 2 and 165 delegates. These rooms are all equipped with the latest technology so whatever your business requirements, we can provide exceptional facilities which will ensure that each event runs like clockwork. The Exhibition and Conference Centre is set in the peaceful surroundings of the University's Frenchay Campus whilst offering a dedicated entrance and free onsite parking for 450 cars. It is also ideally situated with excellent transport links for the M4, M5 and M32 motorways. Bristol Parkway train station is just a 5 minute taxi ride or 15 minute walk away. Bristol Airport is within easy reach and the historic, vibrant cities of Bristol and Bath are on the doorstep. Our dedicated Events Team can offer a wealth of experience and support for events of any size and will assist you at every stage of planning and delivery, ensuring that every event is successful. Members of the Events Team will be on hand from the moment you arrive, to provide a warm welcome and ensure that all you need to think about is the business of the day. Our flexible meeting space can be tailored to your needs, ensuring that your event is a resounding success. UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre is a perfect venue for the following events: Large Wedding Receptions Conferences Exhibitions AGM’s Sporting events Public sector events Award ceremonies Training programmes Examinations

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