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    University of Bath

    University of Bath

    Sales and Events, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7AY
    • Academic
    • ·386 attendees
    • ·2000 bedrooms
    • ·15 meeting rooms

    At the University of Bath conference delegates benefit from a beautiful city and stunning countryside on the doorstep whilst retaining the focus and concentration offered by a campus. Lecture theatres and syndicate rooms offer purpose built facilities with excellent audio-visual support available. Year round we can cater for meetings of up to 56 theatre style and up to 18 classroom and boardroom style. During vacation time conferences of up to 386 theatre style, 126 classroom and 60 boardroom can be accommodated. Our dedicated sales and events team understand how important and unique each event is, and aim to provide a first class service from the initial contact right through to the conference itself providing pre event support and on the day coordination. Throughout the event constant contact is maintained with the organiser to answer any questions that may arise and to ensure everything runs according to plan. Delegates can also benefits from our on site accommodation. We have a range of accommodation to suit all budgets including, single, twin and double en-suite rooms. In 2009 over 350 new state of the art bedrooms will be available. Conference dinners for up to 280 can be hosted in our modern Claverton Rooms. For a more intimate and elegant venue, up to 80 guests can dine in our newly refurbished Wessex restaurant. In addition excellent sporting facilities are available in our renowned Sports Training Village. We are ideally located just 1.9 miles from the city centre, 2 miles from Bath Spa train station and 10.7 miles from the M4. There is ample car parking and frequent shuttle buses to the city centre.

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    Swansea University Bay Campus

    Swansea University Bay Campus

    Swansea University Bay Campus Fabian Way Crymlyn Burrows Skewen Swansea, SA1 8EN
    • Academic
    • ·Conference centre
    • ·Exhibition
    • ·Training centre
    • ·800 bedrooms
    • ·10 meeting rooms

    With private beach and nature reserve and minutes from the M4, Swansea University’s Bay Campus is one of Wales’ most exciting venues. Whether an international conference, a musical performance or a gala dinner, it offers first-class meeting spaces in a stunning beachfront setting. The key space within the impressive Great Hall is the magnificent 708-seat Sir Stanley Clarke Auditorium. With flexible staging, international-standard acoustics and retractable seating, it converts into a large, flat-floor space, perfect for dinners and exhibitions. Next to the Auditorium 2 galleries lead to a bar and balcony, offering sweeping views of Swansea Bay. They can be used in conjunction with the Auditorium, or as a space in their own right, for receptions, launches and exhibitions. On the floor below, lecture theatres and meeting rooms with state-of-the art AV make ideal breakout spaces, or provide venues for smaller events. The School of Management with outstanding glass Atrium and Harvard-style meeting rooms is perfect for smaller events or exhibitions. The main dining space, the Core, is ideal for buffet lunches, or gala dinners for up to 260. We also have a number of other, smaller spaces available for hire, perfect for events of all sizes. During summer, delegates can stay on site in en-suite accommodation with access to an array of campus facilities.

    The Haliwell Centre Carmarthen

    The Haliwell Centre Carmarthen

    The Halliwell Conference Centre Trinity College College Rd Carmarthen SA31 3EP United Kingdom, SA31 3EP
    • Academic
    • ·Conference centre
    • ·Exhibition
    • ·Training centre
    • ·5 meeting rooms

    The Halliwell Centre in Carmarthen is a large venue with a broad range of rooms to suite any function. The Halliwell Centre is located in the north of the beautiful and picturesque town of Carmarthen. The Halliwell Centre is a purpose designed all year conference venue which is ideal for both day and residential conferences. Our suites ensure that our guests have modern conference facilities required to make every conference successful. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service and strive to deliver a ‘home from home’ atmosphere. This, combined with our delicious and varied catering options, ensure that you and your guests have a memorable experience. The Halliwell Centre is the perfect location for all types of corporate events, situated on the outskirts of the market town of Carmarthen with good transport links to South and West Wales. Whether you are planning a conference, a launch, or a networking event we can help ensure it will be a success. With a wide choice of flexible meeting rooms available throughout the day and evening, each having its unique style and ambiance. State of the art AV equipment is available for hire and free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.

    Swansea University Singleton Park

    Swansea University Singleton Park

    University of Swansea Singleton Park Swansea, SA2 8PP
    • Academic
    • ·Conference centre
    • ·Exhibition
    • ·Training centre
    • ·500 attendees
    • ·800 bedrooms
    • ·8 meeting rooms

    Set in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay, our Singleton Park Campus offers over 100 versatile spaces to suit all your meeting and event needs. From traditional lecture theatres to large, flat-floor spaces, we can accommodate events of all shapes and sizes. All rooms come with first class AV facilities, WIFI and state-of-the-art IT and video conferencing facilities, including a range of fully equipped IT training suites. At the heart of the campus is the Grade II listed Fulton House, with The Refectory being Singleton Park’s largest flat-floor space with a lovely terrace area and spectacular views over Swansea Bay. It’s the perfect place for gala dinners, receptions and functions of all kinds. Fulton House, Callaghan, Grove and Wallace buildings also offer a host of accompanying event spaces, conference and meeting rooms which can be used for anything from workshops and seminars to smaller exhibitions, poster displays and receptions. With a bright and spacious foyer space, a large tiered lecture theatre that seats up to 250 people and a series of smaller theatres and meeting room’s available close by for breakout sessions, the Faraday building is perfect for large meetings, conferences and events. Singleton Park Campus is also home to the prestigious arts venue, the Taliesin Theatre with its 380 seat auditorium with its attractive lobby area, bar and café space, ideal for exhibitions, refreshments and receptions. Our renowned International Sports Village (including the Wales National Pool) is a Centre of Sporting Excellence in Wales, offering world-class facilities for sports training and competition, making it the ideal venue to host your next sporting event.

    Newnham College Cambridge

    Newnham College Cambridge

    Sidgwick Avenue Cambridge, CB3 9DF
    • Academic
    • ·300 bedrooms
    • ·9 meeting rooms

    The College has six main function rooms, available for conferences, day meetings and other functions. Audiovisual and other equipment is available as required. In the College Hall, the imposing portraits of four of the Victorian founders of the College combine with six lofty south-facing windows to create a grand yet welcoming atmosphere for dinners and receptions. Sidgwick Hall, the Barbara White Room and the Jane Harrison Room are versatile function rooms. The Philippa Fawcett Room is suitable for smaller meetings or can even be a conference office. The Lucia Windsor Room, equipped with state of the art AV equipment and an air conditioning system, is a versatile space that can be divided into two separate meeting rooms. There is also a large foyer outside which can be used for refreshments and as a registration area. The Old Labs can be used as a function room but is mainly used for performing arts including concerts. It occupies a charming building in the grounds, whose first purpose was as a chemical laboratory. In addition to the main auditorium with its sound and lighting facilities, including front projection for video and Powerpoint, there are two practice rooms and a green room. In the lobby is a display of the building's history which invariably attracts the attention of visitors.

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    ARU Venue Hire Cambridge

    ARU Venue Hire Cambridge

    Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge Campus East Road Cambridge, CB1 1PT
    • Academic
    • ·400 attendees
    • ·8 meeting rooms

    ARU Cambridge campus is located a short stroll from the historic city centre. There are a variety of spaces available to hire all year round, with lectures theatres holding up to 400 people, and multiple classrooms to accommodate 5-70 people. Anglia Ruskin University hosts hundreds of meetings, conferences and training events each year. All rooms come with a built-in projector and screen, all operated with an easy to use touchscreen panel. Each room also comes with a PC, as well as the option to plug in your own laptop, and there is free Wi-Fi for all delegates. The in-house catering team offer a varied menu to suit any budget, and are also happy to come up with bespoke menus for your event.

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    Royal Holloway University of London

    Royal Holloway University of London

    Royal Holloway, University of London Egham Hill Egham, Surrey, TW20 0EX
    • Academic
    • ·Conference centre
    • ·400 attendees
    • ·2600 bedrooms
    • ·14 meeting rooms

    As you enter the grounds at Royal Holloway you are greeted by the grade 1 listed Founder’s building, which is widely recognised as one of the most spectacular university buildings in the world. The University campus has a portfolio of versatile spaces, suitable for residential conferences, day meeting, weddings (it is also licensed for civil wedding ceremonies) and banquets. What’s more, it’s situated in 135 acres of stunning wooded parkland, which makes the setting truly second to none. Situated in Egham, Surrey, Royal Holloway is a short drive from the M25, 7 miles from Heathrow and just 40 minutes by train from London. With a number of attractions, sporting and entertainment venues within easy reach, you’ll be hard pushed to find a better location for your conference or event.

    Newton Rigg Campus University of Cumbria

    Newton Rigg Campus University of Cumbria

    University of Cumbria Newton Rigg Penrith, CA11 0AH
    • Academic
    • ·140 attendees
    • ·6 meeting rooms

    The Campus at Newton Rigg, near Penrith is ideally situated close to J40 of the M6 and the mainline railway station yet is at the heart of a 200 hectare Estate and a short drive from Ullswater and the Lakes and Fells. There is a dedicated Conference Centre for year round use, residential accommodation for use during the summer and uniquly a Yurt camp for something just that bit different. There is a wide range of other facilities such as team sporting resources, high ropes course, fitness centre and climbing wall. Space is bookable for Meetings, Exhibitions, Training Days, Summer Schools, Dining, Residential and Non residential events. Our dedicated Conference Officer will take care of all your needs.

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    Royal College of Nursing

    Royal College of Nursing

    20 Cavendish Square Marylebone London, W1G 0RN
    • Academic
    • ·15 meeting rooms

    Cavendish Square is situated within a fine Georgian mansion house, which has been restored and extended to create an unusual blend of both historic and contemporary architecture. The full refurbishment included installing new state-of-the-art audio visual technology and many other improvements. 20 Cavendish Square offers a range of rooms suitable for all types of events; whether you are hosting a meeting, workshop or large conference. We have flexible rooms all fitted with high-tech audio visual equipment including Teleconferencing and Smartboard facilities. You can feel comfortable in the knowledge that there will be a dedicated conference team to help with your event. All our rooms are wheelchair accessible.