MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS

Convention CENTRES • Hotels • Academic • Unique • HISTORIC • SPORTING Welcome to the heart of great events. Welcome to one of the UK’s biggest events capitals, a place that has inspired the world of science, industry, sport and business.

This is and , a leading Discover our great location, 2 hours from London Meet, rest or play we have all the ingredients destination welcoming over 12million visitors and 3 hours from 70% of the UK. Choose from for a great event. per year. Big investment has been at the over 40 venues from trendy hotels to world class We look forward to welcoming you. heart of its success including the ambitious convention centres.

£250million transformation of Telford with its Enjoy award winning attractions, fine food and new Convention Quarter, new city style hotels, unforgettable great days and nights out. leading restaurants and bars and new indoor and

outdoor leisure and entertainment facilities.

Sarah Bird Business Tourism Manager “Why fit in, when you can STAND Out.” Meet Telford & Shropshire Dr Seuss

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 03 Stand out - Conventions, Meetings and Events

Ranked among the UK’s top convention capitals - our venues will inspire you…

“Telford and Shropshire is one of the Our new purpose-designed Convention Quarter in For an exclusive or executive meeting enjoy For residential conferences you can choose from the heart of Telford is home to The International some of ’s finest stately homes. If you’re city style hotels and country houses and resort, up-and-coming convention capitals of Britain, Centre, the UK’s 6th largest convention centre and looking for unusual and inspiring, we have the golf and spa hotels. Academically we are home one of the leading venues for National Association finest choice of unique venues including Steam to three major academic venues each offering driven by an imaginative and enthusiastic team.” and Corporate conventions and events. Trains, Science Museums and Aviation history. excellent residential meeting options. Paul Colston, Editor, Conference News For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 05 Drive times “Telford is within 3 hours Birmingham 45 mins Manchester 1.5 hrs drive time of 70% Liverpool 1.5 hrs Glasgow London 2 hrs of the UK population.” Cardiff 3 hrs Glasgow 5 hrs

Manchester Getting here Liverpool In the heart of England, within just 3 hours travel of 70% of the UK population, Telford and Shropshire has great transport links, unbeatable access by road, rail and air and all the infrastructure you would expect from a city without the congestion.

Telford Birmingham Roads Rail Air The M54 serves the region linking directly to the We’re connected to all of the main UK lines, With two of the UK’s biggest International Cardiff M6 putting Telford & Shropshire in the heart of with services to London via the Midlands. airports within 1 hour of the region we connect the UK within 45 minutes of Birmingham and just to over 100 airlines with direct flights to over 190 London 2 hours from London. destinations worldwide.

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 07 “Things don’t just happen, things are made to happen.” John F Kennedy

Big investment

Telford Convention Quarter Historic transformations Hotel Developments A £250 million development is transforming Recognised as one of England’s finest stately Park Inn by Radisson Telford has unveiled a the heart of Telford with the expansion of the Homes, Weston Park has continued its £4million refurbishment creating a stylish and iconic International Centre convention complex, development with the refurbishment of all 28 trendy new look to all 153 bedrooms, its bar, the development of a vibrant pedestrianised bedrooms to exquisite standard, the restoration restaurant and reception. Mr and Mrs Smith’s Convention Quarter that includes city style hotels of it opulent Orangery with its beautiful glass roof famous Lion and Pheasant hotel in with new on-site accommodation, cosmopolitan originally designed by John MacVicar in 1865 has been further developed to offer contemporary restaurants and bars, leisure and entertainment and the expansion of its on-site attractions within chic in their award winning restaurant and rooms. venues and much more. the 1000 acre Capability Brown parkland.

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Meetings Mini Guide Meetings Web Portal Convention Bureau - How we can help This mini guide includes a full directory of For more information on each of the venues visit Meet Telford & Shropshire, the official venues and services. Each listing provides a our dedicated web portal where you can explore convention bureau provides a range of free taster of the venue, a summary of their each venue further or enquire or book online. Use services to help you plan the perfect event: facilities, a selection of their event packages, the portal to redeem your exclusive Meeting and Call the team for free professional support an exclusive offer and details on how you can Convention offers and enjoy special rewards for Call 0845 0750 552 contact the venue or service direct. choosing Telford and Shropshire for your next event. Visit meet-telford.co.uk/standout

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 11 THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE Bedrooms 343 Key FEATURES With over 15,000m2 of event space and a renowned in-house conference team, • 15,000 square metres of event space Meeting rooms 23 you’re absolutely spoilt for choice at The International Centre. Boasting contemporary facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and a truly versatile • 3 Exhibition Halls offer, functions from exclusive board meetings to large scale conference and Capacity 4500 • 3000 bed spaces in commutable area exhibitions can be smoothly and seamlessly catered for. • 1500 car parking spaces on-site Contact Details • Outside Exhibition area St Quentin Gate, • In-house Catering, Production and Telford, Accommodation Booking Shropshire, TF3 4JH • Expert Sales and Marketing team T. 01952 281500

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 13 Bedrooms - RAF MUSEUM COSFORD EXCLUSIVE OFFER The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford provides a truly unique location Meeting rooms 4 for important business events. Conferences, meetings, dinners, Book now and exhibitions, training seminars, receptions and product launches can ORGANISERS GO FREE Capacity 1000 all be catered for within one of Britain’s premier aviation attractions. Exclusive offers are changing throughout the year, please Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages keep an eye on the website. , Valiant Day Vulcan Day Victor Day Shropshire, From From From TF11 8UP Redeem your offer at £32.00 £35.00 £40.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout T. 01902 376200 per delegate per delegate per delegate

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 15 Bedrooms - IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUM - COALBROOKDALE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Offering the rare opportunity to host an event in a UNESCO World Heritage Meeting rooms 6 site, the Ironbridge Gorge’s unique Coalbrookdale site has a diverse and unique range of venues available. Perfect for groups from 20 to 200, Book now to receive Capacity 300 whichever you choose, you’re assured beautiful surroundings, a true sense of history, and an event which will be remembered for all the right reasons. 10% off published venue hire Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages Coach Road, Day Delegate Executive Day Delegate Coalbrookdale, From From Telford, Redeem your offer at TF8 7DQ £36.00 £43.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per delegate per delegate T. 01952 435935

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 17 Bedrooms - IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUM - BLISTS HILL VICTORIAN TOWN EXCLUSIVE OFFER Blists Hill Victorian Town offers unrivalled possibilities for interesting and Meeting rooms 3 unique events in an authentically reconstructed late-Victorian working town. As well as our individual venues, the whole town at Blists Hill can also Book now to receive Capacity 3000 be hired, along with Victorian Fairground and the horse and cart to really complement your event. 10% off published venue hire Contact Details Legges Way, Madeley, Redeem your offer at Telford, TF7 5DU www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout T. 01952 435935

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 19 Telford & Wrekin Council Telford Town Park Meeting rooms 1 Key FEATURES Nestled beside Telford’s vibrant shopping district and its exciting Southwater conference 2 • 450 acres of park land Capacity 30 quarter development, Telford Town Park offers a staggering 6,500m of flat, grassed area just perfect for outdoor events. Two vehicle access points, three pedestrian points, and • 1000 capacity for Marquee event Outdoor space Capacity various electric supply points are available, which, added to mature planting, excellent 2 varies 6500m per event leisure facilities and superb transport links make this a must-visit destination. • 6000 capacity for concert • Direct Ramp link to Contact Details The International Centre Telford Town Park Visitor Centre, • 30 capacity Visitor Centre Hinkshay Road, Telford, Shropshire TF3 4EP T. 01952 382362

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 21 Bedrooms - Acton Scott Historic Working Farm EXCLUSIVE OFFER As home to the BBC2 series, Victorian Farm, Acton Scott is a venue famed Meeting rooms 1 for the engaging and unique experience it offers business visitors. Tucked away within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the ancient estate and renowned farm provide a full range of options from small 10% off Capacity 60 meetings, to larger event venues for up to 75 delegates. room hire when you quote Contact Details Room Hire Per Hour Meet Telford & Shropshire Wenlock Lodge, Early Start (8.30-9.30am) Daytime (9.30-4.30pm) Evening (4.30-11.00pm) Acton Scott, From From From , Redeem your offer at Shropshire SY6 6QN £33.00 £19.75 £24.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout T. 01694 781307

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 23 Bedrooms 28 Weston Park Enterprises EXCLUSIVE OFFER As one of England’s finest stately homes, the House at Weston Park is a divine Complimentary Meeting rooms 6 setting for any meeting, conference or special event. Comfortably hosting the most discerning business leaders throughout history – from Disraeli, to overnight accommodation for the organiser if the event Capacity 400 world leaders attending the 1998 G8 summit – Weston Park has long been the is residential venue of choice for peace, tranquillity and discerning luxury. • Complimentary Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages delegate rate Weston-under-Lizard, 24hr Residential Rate Dinner & Overnight Rate Day Delegate Rate for a non-residential event Nr Shifnal, Shropshire, £250pp £235pp £195pp £80pp £60pp Redeem your offer at TF11 8LE based on min based on min based on min based on min based on min www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout of 12 guests of 20 guests of 12 guests of 12 guests of 50 guests T. 01952 852100

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 25 Bedrooms 80 Macdonald Hill Valley Spa, Hotel and Golf EXCLUSIVE OFFER A haven of tranquility, yet convenient for the motorway network, the Macdonald Meeting rooms 8 Hill Valley offers a range of comfortable, well-equipped meeting rooms for up Book now to receive to 300 delegates, as well as exciting team-building activities. And after-hours, 30% off stylish, luxury bedrooms are complimented with a renowned golf course and Capacity 300 spa treatments or golf divine health-club, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. • 10% off drinks bill Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages for all team build packages Tarporley Road, Day Delegate 24 Hour Team Build Whitchurch, From From From Shropshire, Redeem your offer at SY13 1HA £29.50 £125.00 £69.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per delegate per delegate per delegate T. 0844 8799049

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 27 Bedrooms 62 THE BUCKATREE HALL HOTEL EXCLUSIVE OFFER Nestled at the foot of the beautiful Wrekin Hill, this newly-refurbished and EarLy Bird Meeting rooms 5 refreshingly different country house hotel is surrounded by mature gardens, Book your event 6 weeks out a beautiful lake and peaceful woodland. Conveniently located for both Telford and receive 15% off our published rates. Expiry date February 2014 Capacity 150 and Shrewsbury, our events team is renowned for hosting up to 150 delegates • across a variety of business conferences, events, and celebrations. WINE & DINE Book a residential conference and receive half a bottle of house wine Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages per person FREE. Minimum numbers apply of 10 rooms. The Wrekin, Conference light Day delegate 24 hour delegate Expiry date February 2014 Telford, From From From Shropshire, Redeem your offer at TF6 5AL £18.00 £29.00 £109.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per delegate per delegate per delegate T. 01952 641821

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 29 Bedrooms 153 Park Inn BY RADISSON TELFORD EXCLUSIVE OFFER Boasting a fabulously convenient location, just off the M54, with ample Meeting rooms 9 parking and within walking distance of Telford Station, the Park Inn is a great Book now to receive choice for the business traveller. And with the stunning results of a £4 million One night refurbishment just unveiled, the Park Inn can stylishly host events and Capacity 400 COMPLIMENTARY ROOM functions from just a handful of delegates to 400 theatre-style. • £25 Food & Beverage Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages voucher Forgegate, Day Delegate 1 Day Delegate 2 24 Hour Telford Centre, From From From Telford, Redeem your offer at TF3 4NA £19.00 £26.00 £120.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per delegate per delegate per delegate T. 01952 429933

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 31 Bedrooms 29 ALBRIGHT HUSSEY MANOR HOTEL EXCLUSIVE OFFER Perfectly combining state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and conference Book now to receive: Meeting rooms 3 facilities, with a heritage dating back almost 500 years, this stunning Tudor manor house offers an inspiring venue perfectly appointed to stage your conference, First Time Buyers Offer Capacity 180 product launch, training course or meeting. Family-owned and run, the experienced hosts provide an excellent service and attention to detail that is second-to-none. 10% DISCOUNT on any of the Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages DELEGATE PACKAGES Broad Oak, Business Day Delegate Executive Day Delegate 24hr Business Delegate Shrewsbury, From From From Shropshire, Redeem your offer at SY4 3AF £35.00 £42.00 £125.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per delegate per delegate per delegate T. 01939 290523

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 33 Bedrooms 22 Hadley Park HoUSE EXCLUSIVE OFFER A beautiful, fully-renovated country house, Hadley Park House Hotel offers Meet for FREE Monday Meeting rooms 4 a peaceful setting within its own private, landscaped grounds, yet is situated FREE MEETING ROOM HIRE just a few miles from the centre of Telford. With a choice of stylish rooms when £100 is spent on food or beverages. through to a purpose-built conference suite with state-of-the-art wireless Available Mondays for up to 10 delegates. Capacity 200 Subject to availability. Expiry date 31st December 2013. lectern, a variety of events can be superbly catered for. Summer Special Day delegate rate reduced to £25 per person Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages Available for all conferences or meeting in June, July and August 2013. Subject to availability. Hadley Park East, Day Delegate Rate 24hr Delegate Rate Executive Package Expiry date 31st August 2013. Telford, From From From Shropshire, Redeem your offer at TF1 6QJ £45.00 £150.00 £55.00 £170.00 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per person per person per person (day) per person (24hr) T. 01952 677269

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 35 Bedrooms 350 TELFORD INNOVATION CAMPUS EXCLUSIVE OFFER For the ultimate in flexibility, combined with lots of affordable accommodation, Meeting rooms 25 you’re sure to love the University of Wolverhampton’s compact and accessible Telford Campus. Brilliantly mixing traditional and modern, the two dedicated Book now to receive a Capacity 300 conference centres offer 20 event room options, plus this year also sees the launch of a fabulous new function and social space too, ensuring you’re spoilt for choice. COMPLIMENTARY Event Organisers Office Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages University of Wolverhampton, Day Delegate Residential Delegate Accommodation Shifnal Road, From From From Priorslee, Redeem your offer at Telford TF2 9NT £26.95 £74.50 £24.95 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout per delegate per delegate per delegate T. 01902 321259

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 37 Bedrooms 523 Harper Adams University 378 ensuite EXCLUSIVE OFFER With a truly idyllic setting right in the heart of a 700-acre rural campus, Meeting rooms 46 Harper Adams University can cater for conferences and corporate parties, to May Madness training and team building. The facilities are superb, the on-site residential Capacity 399 accommodation comfortable, and the catering and leisure facilities excellent. All in all, it’s a truly unique venue for unique events. 25%

Contact Details DISCOUNT Meeting & Conference Packages off the Day Delegate rate Edgmond, 24hr Delegate 8hr Delegate Bed and Breakfast Shropshire, From From From TF10 8NB Redeem your offer at £87.15 £29.90 £44.10 www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout T. 01952 815324 / 815300 per delegate per delegate per delegate

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 39 Lilleshall National Sports & Conferencing Centre Bedrooms 130 ADDITIONAL FACILITIES A stunning English Heritage site, this is a venue with a difference. From the golden- • 9 Grass Pitches Meeting rooms 13 gated entrance to the 100-acres of Capability Brown-inspired gardens, the wow factor is always in evidence. Comfortably hosting up to 250 delegates, facilities • 2 Floodlit Synthetic Pitches Capacity 400 include a lecture theatre, conference suite, and meeting rooms, plus a variety of • 2 Multipurpose Sports Halls outdoor locations just perfect for events, break-outs, team-building, and launches.

Contact Details Meeting & Conference Packages Near Newport, Day Delegate Residential Delegate Tailored Package Shropshire, From From From TF10 9AT £36.00 £99.00 £POR T. 01952 603003 per delegate per delegate per delegate

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 41 Stagecraftuk Key Services From the dry hire of equipment, to full event management, Stagecraftuk • Set design and installation offers a truly professional specialist stage and production management service which ensures event objectives are fully met, within budget. Made up • Production and event management of experienced live event professionals, the company has the skills, resources • Dry hire of stage and and knowledge to make every event go smoothly. production equipment • Electrical services Contact Details • Exhibition solutions St Quentin Gate, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4JH T. 01952 281600

For more information & free venue finding call0845 0750 552 or visit www.meet-telford.co.uk/standout 43 For further information on the Southwater development please contact: 01952 384037 or visit www.heartoftelford.co.uk