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<strong>Meet</strong> <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference Guide 2009<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com
INSPIRATIONAL<br />
CENTRAL<br />
DEDICATED<br />
EFFECTIVE<br />
WORLD-CLASS<br />
CREATING<br />
CONNECTIONS<br />
Your outstand<strong>in</strong>g venue for world-class<br />
conferences at the heart of the nation.<br />
The ICC, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham – why consider anyth<strong>in</strong>g less?<br />
Please contact Richard Smith, Head of Conference Sales<br />
+44 (0) 121 644 5025<br />
richard.smith@theicc.co.uk<br />
theicc.co.uk<br />
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The home of<br />
extraord<strong>in</strong>ary events<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham has an energy you’ll feel the moment you arrive. This is the<br />
country’s natural meet<strong>in</strong>g place, and one of Europe’s f<strong>in</strong>est conference and<br />
exhibition dest<strong>in</strong>ations. Centrally located, with excellent national transport l<strong>in</strong>ks,<br />
it’s easy to reach and the one place that holds it all together.<br />
Our flexibility is a key benefit for organisers.<br />
Whether you need space for several, or several<br />
thousand, the city and the wider area offer everyth<strong>in</strong>g<br />
you need for a successful event.<br />
For your convenience, the award-w<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g services of the<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau are always available.<br />
Us<strong>in</strong>g them will help you plan and deliver to the style and<br />
budget of your brief.<br />
For details, visit www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com<br />
or call +44 (0)121 202 5151. Textphone is available on<br />
0121 202 5080 and BT Typetalk calls are welcome.<br />
Welcome to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham..................................4<br />
A perfect place to meet..................................8<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau.....................10<br />
Hotels..............................................................12<br />
Serviced apartments......................................33<br />
Conference & exhibition venues....................36<br />
Conference & support services......................54<br />
Gett<strong>in</strong>g to and around Birm<strong>in</strong>gham...............56<br />
Transport providers..........................................59<br />
Ask<strong>in</strong>g for help................................................61<br />
Maps..............................................................64<br />
This directory of conference, exhibition and meet<strong>in</strong>g facilities is the result of detailed<br />
enquiries and check<strong>in</strong>g of available <strong>in</strong>formation. Details of the facilities quoted here<strong>in</strong><br />
are as supplied by the respective establishments and to the best of our knowledge<br />
were correct at the time of go<strong>in</strong>g to press February 2009. There may have been<br />
amendments s<strong>in</strong>ce then and <strong>in</strong> your own <strong>in</strong>terests you should check before mak<strong>in</strong>g a<br />
book<strong>in</strong>g. Market<strong>in</strong>g Birm<strong>in</strong>gham can accept no responsibility for any errors.<br />
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Alive with possibilities<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s transformation has been – and still is – a breathtak<strong>in</strong>g experience.<br />
Proud of our heritage, yet energised by Europe’s youngest population, you’ll f<strong>in</strong>d<br />
a cosmopolitan city that has all the answers. World-class cultural and sport<strong>in</strong>g<br />
facilities, a vibrant nightlife and a vast choice of accommodation.<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham means bus<strong>in</strong>ess <strong>in</strong> more ways than one.<br />
One thousand shops, right <strong>in</strong> the<br />
heart of the city<br />
Away from the conference hall, there’s a fabulous<br />
choice of shopp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the pedestrian-friendly city centre<br />
of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
The glitter<strong>in</strong>g malls of high fashion, <strong>in</strong>dependent and<br />
department stores, national cha<strong>in</strong>s and bustl<strong>in</strong>g market<br />
stalls, comb<strong>in</strong>e to create a retail experience second only to<br />
the West End.<br />
Bullr<strong>in</strong>g is a focal po<strong>in</strong>t, landmarked by the iconic Selfridges<br />
build<strong>in</strong>g which, together with Debenhams bookends a threestorey<br />
mall of 160 outlets. At The Mailbox, there’s even more<br />
designer style from Harvey Nichols, Emporio Armani and<br />
Hugo Boss. A flagship House of Fraser store is among the<br />
highlights of nearby Corporation Street.<br />
Stroll north-west from the city centre and you’ll discover our<br />
Jewellery Quarter.<br />
A unique shopp<strong>in</strong>g environment, that’s the UK’s favourite<br />
dest<strong>in</strong>ation for jewellery, home to hundreds of retailers and<br />
craftsmen and birthplace to a third of British bl<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
Inspir<strong>in</strong>g talent<br />
The diversity and high quality of the city’s year-round arts<br />
programme provides a lively and enterta<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g backdrop to<br />
your work<strong>in</strong>g day.<br />
The City of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Symphony Orchestra is right at home<br />
<strong>in</strong> our magnificent Symphony Hall, tw<strong>in</strong>ned with Town Hall<br />
and its own eclectic schedule. Stunn<strong>in</strong>g dance performances<br />
from the Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Royal Ballet light up the Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Hippodrome, while live theatre and world-class gallery and<br />
museum collections amaze and <strong>in</strong>spire across the city.<br />
For event list<strong>in</strong>gs check out visitbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Refresh<strong>in</strong>gly diverse<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s cultural mix has created a feast of difference<br />
from our restaurants and bars. Choos<strong>in</strong>g where to eat out<br />
becomes someth<strong>in</strong>g of a global treat, with the chance to<br />
sample the cook<strong>in</strong>g styles of 27 countries.<br />
Budgets of all sizes can be met from f<strong>in</strong>e d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g to everyday<br />
eat<strong>in</strong>g. A Michel<strong>in</strong>-starred menu is offered at Simpsons,<br />
while Bank, Opus and Purnell’s are among the city’s other<br />
award w<strong>in</strong>ners.<br />
For the authentic taste of a style created locally, Al Faisals<br />
serves one of the country’s best baltis. You’ll f<strong>in</strong>d it among<br />
more than 50 restaurants <strong>in</strong> the celebrated Balti Triangle,<br />
all putt<strong>in</strong>g their own sp<strong>in</strong> on this popular, home-grown dish.<br />
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Front runners for sport<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham has staged more major sport<strong>in</strong>g events than<br />
any other UK city and was the first to be awarded the<br />
title of National City of Sport. S<strong>in</strong>ce then, we have added<br />
‘European City of Sport for All’ to our accolades.<br />
Venues <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g Villa Park, St Andrews, Edgbaston Cricket<br />
Ground and The Belfry cater for corporate events, with the<br />
facilities to accommodate your bus<strong>in</strong>ess needs and provide<br />
a recreational break from the schedule.<br />
See<strong>in</strong>g the bigger picture<br />
A city with so many attractions deserves to be explored.<br />
The Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Museum and Art Gallery is home to the<br />
country’s largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite art, while the<br />
Ikon Gallery, housed <strong>in</strong> a dist<strong>in</strong>ctive, neo-Gothic former<br />
schoolhouse, offers a wide range of contemporary art.<br />
Next to the Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hippodrome, the city’s last<br />
rema<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g Back-to-Back houses are now owned by<br />
The National Trust, offer<strong>in</strong>g a fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g glimpse of<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s history.<br />
Head for Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace and The National Sea Life Centre, or<br />
futuristic Millennium Po<strong>in</strong>t, where Th<strong>in</strong>ktank, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s<br />
science museum and planetarium await your discovery.<br />
Shakespeare’s Stratford and Kenilworth Castle are among<br />
Warwickshire’s best attractions. The Ironbridge Gorge<br />
Museum Trust and RAF Museum <strong>in</strong> Shropshire, and the<br />
historic Severn Valley Railway <strong>in</strong> Worcestershire, are all<br />
with<strong>in</strong> easy reach.<br />
Bitesized<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
For everyth<strong>in</strong>g you’ll need<br />
to plan a visit<br />
to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham go to<br />
visitbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Welcome to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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K<strong>in</strong>naree Thai Restaurant<br />
22 Water Front Walk, Holliday Wharf Build<strong>in</strong>g, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 1SN<br />
Tel: 0121 665 6568 www.k<strong>in</strong>naree.co.uk<br />
San Carlo – Ristorante Italiano<br />
4 Temple Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B2 5BN<br />
Tel: 0121 633 0251 www.sancarlo.co.uk<br />
K<strong>in</strong>naree <strong>in</strong>vites you to her beautiful, new restaurant <strong>in</strong><br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s canalside, for authentic Thai cuis<strong>in</strong>e.<br />
Indulge yourself <strong>in</strong> the classic cuis<strong>in</strong>e K<strong>in</strong>naree offers.<br />
Many people th<strong>in</strong>k of Thai food as spicy. In truth dishes run<br />
the gamut from pleasantly mild to piquantly spicy.<br />
At K<strong>in</strong>naree Thai Restaurant, <strong>in</strong>dividual dishes<br />
are adjusted to taste with our superb sauces<br />
and dips. K<strong>in</strong>naree has over 100 dishes on her<br />
menu prepared by our experienced<br />
Thai chefs.<br />
W<strong>in</strong>ner of 8 prestigious awards, San Carlo’s all Italian management<br />
team guarantee authentic Italian cuis<strong>in</strong>e, a fabulous w<strong>in</strong>e list and<br />
attentive service.<br />
With 25 fish and seafood dishes and a large range of classic Italian<br />
specials, the enormously popular San Carlo is a Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
<strong>in</strong>stitution and a must for visitors and residents alike.<br />
Orig<strong>in</strong>ale Cuc<strong>in</strong>a Italiana <strong>in</strong> the heart of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s city centre.<br />
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Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace<br />
Tel: 0121 643 6866<br />
www.br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace.com<br />
Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace is an attractive canalside dest<strong>in</strong>ation situated next door to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s National<br />
Indoor Arena, <strong>International</strong> Convention Centre and the world famous Symphony Hall.<br />
Superb restaurants, art galleries, three stunn<strong>in</strong>g squares and beautiful architecture are wrapped<br />
up together <strong>in</strong> the safest and cleanest environment <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
The Water’s Edge is home to lively, stylish bars and eateries and is the perfect place for<br />
an excit<strong>in</strong>g night out or relaxed meals. Live music <strong>in</strong> the bandstand creates a cosmopolitan<br />
atmosphere throughout the year like no-where else <strong>in</strong> the City.<br />
Picturesque Oozells Square, is the perfect sett<strong>in</strong>g for number of award w<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g restaurants <strong>in</strong><br />
Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace and is the ideal place to relax over a glass of w<strong>in</strong>e with friends or enterta<strong>in</strong> clients<br />
over d<strong>in</strong>ner.<br />
Central Square, with its stunn<strong>in</strong>g founta<strong>in</strong>s is a beautiful sett<strong>in</strong>g at the heart of the bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />
community.<br />
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All the space you need<br />
F<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g a venue that suits you is what we do best. With so many potential solutions<br />
<strong>in</strong> and around the city, the perfect one is wait<strong>in</strong>g. At the hub of the nation’s<br />
<strong>in</strong>frastructure and boast<strong>in</strong>g a wealth of outstand<strong>in</strong>g conferenc<strong>in</strong>g facilities,<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham is fast becom<strong>in</strong>g the home of world-class events.<br />
When biggest is best, the <strong>International</strong> Convention Centre (ICC)<br />
plays a lead role. With 11 fully equipped halls, and 10<br />
executive meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms, The ICC offers outstand<strong>in</strong>g facilities,<br />
accommodat<strong>in</strong>g 8,000 delegates <strong>in</strong> the bustl<strong>in</strong>g canalside area.<br />
On a similar scale, the National Indoor Arena (NIA) has become<br />
one of the most sought after sport<strong>in</strong>g and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment venues <strong>in</strong><br />
Europe, yet it also hosts major trade shows and conventions.<br />
Millennium Po<strong>in</strong>t is a unique, futuristic environment for sem<strong>in</strong>ars,<br />
product launches and corporate hospitality.<br />
The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) adjacent to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
<strong>International</strong> Airport is Europe’s busiest venue for bus<strong>in</strong>ess,<br />
stag<strong>in</strong>g 368 trade and public shows last year alone.<br />
2008 was a landmark year for<br />
The ICC, and the city. First it<br />
welcomed the Labour Party for<br />
its Spr<strong>in</strong>g Conference <strong>in</strong> February<br />
then the Conservative Party<br />
Conference <strong>in</strong> September. Both<br />
reflected the remarkable pull<strong>in</strong>g<br />
power of the city to attract major<br />
headl<strong>in</strong>e events.<br />
On a different scale<br />
For every major, <strong>in</strong>ternational conferenc<strong>in</strong>g facility <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham,<br />
there are dozens of smaller, more <strong>in</strong>timate venues <strong>in</strong> and around<br />
the city that could fit your bill perfectly.<br />
Among them are some unique and unusual sett<strong>in</strong>gs that will<br />
fire your imag<strong>in</strong>ation and create a successful event to live long<br />
<strong>in</strong> the memory. The list <strong>in</strong>cludes museums, theatres, theme<br />
parks, historic build<strong>in</strong>gs and sport<strong>in</strong>g arenas, all with a special<br />
atmosphere ready to turn to your advantage. Venues of this<br />
k<strong>in</strong>d are flexible, with the option to add extra activities for your<br />
delegates to enjoy, like team-build<strong>in</strong>g challenges, demonstrations<br />
or live enterta<strong>in</strong>ment.<br />
Whatever you want from an event, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham makes it happen.<br />
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Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau<br />
is here to help<br />
With thousands of events staged <strong>in</strong> venues across the city<br />
and beyond annually, the knowledge and experience of our<br />
Convention Bureau experts is called upon by many of their<br />
co-ord<strong>in</strong>ators. There’s no better way to impress your team,<br />
your suppliers and your customers than with your commitment<br />
to mak<strong>in</strong>g the occasion the best it can be. We’re here to help.<br />
“The BCB makes it so simple and much easier for us. They<br />
co-ord<strong>in</strong>ate and organise over 500 rooms for us each year<br />
which enables us get on with plann<strong>in</strong>g the events and not have<br />
to worry about coord<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g accommodation for our guests.<br />
Their service is <strong>in</strong>valuable!”<br />
Jeanette Scarfe, Event Co-ord<strong>in</strong>ator for Slimm<strong>in</strong>g World<br />
Bitesized<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
This summer, we’re proud to<br />
be host<strong>in</strong>g the 100th Rotary<br />
<strong>International</strong> Convention here<br />
<strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham. A lead<strong>in</strong>g<br />
organisation deserves the<br />
very best.<br />
“The assistance of the BCB was <strong>in</strong>valuable <strong>in</strong> reliev<strong>in</strong>g entirely<br />
my team of the task of secur<strong>in</strong>g and manag<strong>in</strong>g accommodation<br />
for our 850 delegates from 46 different countries. This – along<br />
with their help <strong>in</strong> recruit<strong>in</strong>g a reliable social events organiser –<br />
allowed I and my team to get on with manag<strong>in</strong>g the scientific<br />
and technical aspects of runn<strong>in</strong>g a major <strong>in</strong>ternational<br />
symposium. I would recommend BCB to anyone else <strong>in</strong> a<br />
similar situation.”<br />
Dr. Stuart Harrad, Reader <strong>in</strong> Environmental Chemistry,<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
A perfect place to meet<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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A city at your service<br />
Hav<strong>in</strong>g someone ‘on the ground’ to help with your plans is <strong>in</strong>valuable.<br />
Local knowledge, personal contacts and an <strong>in</strong>st<strong>in</strong>ctive sense for what suits you<br />
best makes Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau (BCB) the smart choice to help<br />
you with your event. Especially when most services come free of charge.<br />
In the safe and expert hands of the dedicated BCB<br />
team, every aspect of your event plann<strong>in</strong>g is taken<br />
care of. That means help<strong>in</strong>g you f<strong>in</strong>d the right venue,<br />
book<strong>in</strong>g your hotel and reserv<strong>in</strong>g your tables for<br />
d<strong>in</strong>ner. Our real-time onl<strong>in</strong>e accommodation book<strong>in</strong>g<br />
service matches your requirements to the best places<br />
to stay, <strong>in</strong> and around Birm<strong>in</strong>gham and allocates<br />
rooms exclusively to your event. It lifts the burden,<br />
with m<strong>in</strong>imum fuss and maximum attention to detail.<br />
The scale of your requirements or budget makes no<br />
difference to the level of service we provide.<br />
We know the city, we know the area and we know the<br />
people. Choose Birm<strong>in</strong>gham and your stay will be as<br />
successful as it is enjoyable.<br />
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Your style, your budget<br />
We’ll listen to what you need and deliver it. That could<br />
mean a week at the NEC, or an afternoon <strong>in</strong> a quiet,<br />
country hotel with no expense spared on your key client.<br />
The recommendations are ours, the f<strong>in</strong>al decision yours.<br />
That’s booked for you<br />
With our full accommodation reservation service, book<strong>in</strong>g<br />
is available onl<strong>in</strong>e <strong>in</strong> real-time, with enquiries answered<br />
by phone, email and fax. Everyth<strong>in</strong>g is covered from room<br />
allocations to reservation forms, customised with your own<br />
corporate identity if required.<br />
Tak<strong>in</strong>g time out<br />
Private lunches, team activities, excursions or even<strong>in</strong>g<br />
enterta<strong>in</strong>ment are all details that can be safely left with us.<br />
We can create a personalised diary for you that frees your<br />
time to plan for the more important items on your agenda.<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau<br />
Event Support Package<br />
Our Event Support Package (ESP) is a unique, premier<br />
service specifically designed to assist event organisation.<br />
It offers a range of benefits that help events to run like<br />
clockwork and ensures that your delegates, exhibitors and<br />
visitors are welcomed to the city.<br />
Onl<strong>in</strong>e market<strong>in</strong>g – web list<strong>in</strong>gs, bespoke Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
web page, exclusive Birm<strong>in</strong>gham discounts at top<br />
local restaurants, venues and retailers<br />
Public Relations support – press release, media contacts,<br />
support quotes, news stories <strong>in</strong> pr<strong>in</strong>t and onl<strong>in</strong>e<br />
Welcome brand<strong>in</strong>g – event signage, city dress<strong>in</strong>g<br />
and outdoor advertis<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Images – supply of city imagery and DVD footage<br />
Pr<strong>in</strong>ted materials – pocket guide to the city to help all<br />
your delegates, exhibitors and visitors get the most out<br />
of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Contact our team of experts and f<strong>in</strong>d<br />
out how we can make your event the<br />
best it can be.<br />
Venue location and conference services –<br />
bcb.conferencesales@market<strong>in</strong>gbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Accommodation and event support –<br />
bcb.accommodation@market<strong>in</strong>gbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau –<br />
Level 4,<br />
Millennium Po<strong>in</strong>t,<br />
Curzon Street,<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
B4 7XG<br />
Tel: 0121 202 5151<br />
Fax: 0121 202 5123<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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Hotels<br />
Malmaison<br />
There are more than 26,000 beds with<strong>in</strong> 15 miles of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s city centre, cater<strong>in</strong>g for every need and<br />
budget. Our onl<strong>in</strong>e accommodation reservation service has its f<strong>in</strong>ger on the pulse, with real-time availability.<br />
Contact Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau for expert advice.<br />
Plan it now at www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com or call 0121 202 5151<br />
Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
Apollo Hotel<br />
0121 455 0271<br />
www.apollobirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Back to Backs Holiday Cottages<br />
(50 & 54) 0844 888 3883<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.co.uk/<br />
backtobacks<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Marriott<br />
0121 452 1144<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghammarriott.co.uk<br />
Briar Rose<br />
0121 634 8100<br />
www.jdwetherspoonlodges.co.uk<br />
Britannia Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 631 3331<br />
www.britanniahotels.com<br />
Campanile Hotel<br />
0121 359 3330<br />
www.campanile.com<br />
Comfort Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 643 1134<br />
www.hotels-birm<strong>in</strong>gham-city.com<br />
Conference Aston<br />
0121 204 4300<br />
www.conferenceaston.co.uk<br />
City Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 643 1003<br />
www.city<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
3 126 2 16 120 162.3 120 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 2 0 9 - - - 4 - - - - -<br />
4 104 0 11 90 82 60 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 40 0 10 25 0 25 - 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 195 0 10 150 284 150 4 - 4 4 - 4<br />
- 111 1.5 7 300 285 200 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 40 0 10 45 - - 4 - - 4 - -<br />
- 163 0 8 235 166 250 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
4 238 0 14 100 99 60 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Crowne Plaza Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0870 400 9150<br />
www.crowneplaza.co.uk<br />
4 284 0 12 150 188 150 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
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Etap<br />
0121 622 7575<br />
www.etaphotel.com<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City<br />
0871 423 4876<br />
www.hiexpress.com<br />
- 250 0 10 - - - 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 120 0 9 30 - - 4 4 4 4 - -
Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City<br />
0870 400 9008<br />
www.HolidayInn.co.uk<br />
3 280 0 14 630 489 500 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Hotel Du V<strong>in</strong><br />
0121 200 0600<br />
www.hotelduv<strong>in</strong>.com<br />
4 66 0 10 100 - 84 4 - 4 4 4 -<br />
Hyatt Regency Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 643 1234<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.hyatt.com<br />
4 319 0 8 240 224 200 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Ibis Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Bordesley Circus<br />
0121 506 2600<br />
www.ibishotel.com<br />
Ibis Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Holloway Circus<br />
0121 622 4925<br />
www.ibishotel.com<br />
Ibis Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Centre<br />
0121 622 6010<br />
www.ibishotel.com<br />
Jurys Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 606 9000<br />
www.jurys<strong>in</strong>ns.com<br />
Malmaison Hotel<br />
0121 246 5000<br />
www.malmaison.com<br />
Menzies Strathallan Hotel<br />
0121 455 9777<br />
www.menzieshotels.co.uk<br />
- 87 1 10 - - - 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 51 0 8 - - - - - 4 4 - 4<br />
2 159 0 16 120 - 80 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
3 445 0 16 275 247 200 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
4 189 0 10 60 - 60 4 - 4 4 4 4<br />
3 135 1.8 12 170 180 120 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
Nitenite Cityhotels<br />
0845 890 9099<br />
www.nitenite.com<br />
- 104 0.5 10 - - - 4 - 4 4 4 4<br />
Novotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Centre<br />
0121 643 2000<br />
www.novotel.com<br />
4 148 0 12 300 243 200 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Paragon Hotel<br />
0121 627 0627<br />
www.dhillonhotels.co.uk/paragon<br />
3 250 1 8 250 627 590 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Central East<br />
0870 238 3312<br />
www.premier<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
(Hagley Road)<br />
0870 850 6354<br />
www.premier<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Premier Inn Broad Street<br />
(Canal Side)<br />
0870 197 7031<br />
www.premier<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
- 82 1.6 10 14 - 40 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 65 2.9 12 - - 160 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 85 0 8 - - 50 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
13
Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Quality Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 454 6621<br />
www.quality-hotel-birm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
3 174 2 12.5 85 74 75 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Radisson SAS Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 654 6000<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.radissonsas.com<br />
- 211 0 8 130 108 88 4 - 4 4 4 4<br />
Ramada Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Mailbox<br />
0121 643 9344<br />
www.ramadabirm<strong>in</strong>ghamcity.co.uk<br />
3 90 0 11 40 - - 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Plough & Harrow Hotel<br />
0121 454 4111<br />
www.swallowhotels.com/birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
3 44 1 5 70 - 90 4 4 4 - 4 -<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
Purple Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0844 482 3823<br />
www.purplehotels.co.uk<br />
The MacDonald Burl<strong>in</strong>gton Hotel<br />
0844 879 9019<br />
www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/<br />
Burl<strong>in</strong>gton<br />
Thistle Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City<br />
0870 333 9126<br />
www.thistle.com/birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Woodlands Hotel & Restaurant<br />
0121 420 2341<br />
www.thewoodlandshotel.co.uk<br />
NEC, Airport & Solihull<br />
Arden Hotel and Leisure Club<br />
01675 443 221<br />
www.ardenhotel.co.uk<br />
- 90 2 9 40 - - 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
4 112 0 8 400 459 400 - - 4 4 4 4<br />
- 133 0 8 180 191 120 - - 4 4 4 4<br />
2 20 0 12.8 40 - 100 4 4 - - - 4<br />
3 216 8 0.5 150 - 150 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Corus Hotel Solihull<br />
0121 745 0404<br />
www.corushotels.com<br />
3 111 10 5 180 - 120 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Crowne Plaza NEC Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0870 400 9160<br />
www.crowneplaza.co.uk<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham NEC<br />
0870 720 2297<br />
www.hiexpress.com<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Castle Bromwich<br />
0121 747 6633<br />
www.hiexpress.com<br />
Gables Hotel & Restaurant<br />
0121 782 1780<br />
www.gableshotelsolihull.co.uk<br />
4 242 10 0.5 180 - 168 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 179 8 1 100 90 35 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- 110 6 9 25 - - 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 14 8 1.5 - - 200 - 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Hilton Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Metropole Hotel<br />
0121 780 4242<br />
www.hilton.co.uk/birm<strong>in</strong>ghammet<br />
4 790 5 0 2000 1299.3 1440 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
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Accessibility<br />
NEC, Airport & Solihull<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Airport<br />
0870 400 9007<br />
www.holiday<strong>in</strong>n.co.uk<br />
- 141 6 1.5 600 409 400 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Holiday Inn Solihull<br />
0121 623 9988<br />
www.holiday<strong>in</strong>n.co.uk<br />
- 115 8 5 250 165 192 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Nailcote Hall<br />
02476 466 174<br />
www.nailcotehall.co.uk<br />
4 40 15 8 150 600 240 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Premier Inn NEC/Airport<br />
0870 990 6326<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
- 247 6 2.3 25 - 100 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Ramada Encore Birm<strong>in</strong>gham NEC<br />
0844 801 3590<br />
www.encorenec.co.uk<br />
Ramada Solihull Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 711 2121<br />
www.ramadajarvis.co.uk<br />
St. Johns Hotel<br />
0121 711 3000<br />
www.pr<strong>in</strong>ciple-hayley.com<br />
The Manor Hotel<br />
01676 522 735<br />
www.manorhotelmeriden.co.uk<br />
The W<strong>in</strong>dmill Village Hotel,<br />
Golf & Leisure Club<br />
02476 404 040<br />
www.w<strong>in</strong>dmillvillagehotel.co.uk<br />
Heart of England<br />
- 166 8 - - - - 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
3 145 8 5 200 162 180 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- 180 8 6 700 700.53 450 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
3 110 13 3 270 203 210 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- 105 15.9 7 400 300 220 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
71 Rooms and Silk Suites<br />
0844 873 6500<br />
www.ricoharena.com<br />
- 71 20 12 5000 6000 5000 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Allesley Hotel<br />
02476 403 272<br />
www.allesleyhotel.com<br />
3 75 20 10.5 450 308 350 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Ardencote Manor Hotel<br />
01926 843 111<br />
www.ardencote.com<br />
4 110 25 14 175 182 180 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Best Western Westley Hotel<br />
0121 706 4312<br />
www.westley-hotel.co.uk<br />
3 37 5 5 180 397 180 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Britannia Hotel Coventry<br />
0871 222 0095<br />
www.britanniahotels.com<br />
- 211 18 11 400 354 400 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Britannia Royal Court Hotel<br />
0871 222 0096<br />
www.britanniahotels.com<br />
- 210 19 10 650 550 450 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151 15
Accessibility<br />
Heart of England<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Brockencote Hall Country<br />
House Hotel<br />
01562 777 876<br />
www.brockencotehall.com<br />
Coleshill Hotel<br />
01675 465 527<br />
www.coleshillhotel.com<br />
- 17 15 20 30 40 85 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 23 8 3 150 570 120 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Coombe Abbey Hotel<br />
02476 430 536<br />
www.coombeabbey.com<br />
4 119 20 15.5 120 - 160 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Copperfield House Hotel<br />
0121 472 8344<br />
www.copperfieldhousehotel.co.uk<br />
2 17 3 12 - - - 4 - - - - -<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
Coventry Hill Hotel<br />
02476 402 151<br />
www.britanniahotels.com<br />
Days Inn Telford<br />
01952 238 400<br />
www.days<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Days Inn Warwick<br />
08454 566 399<br />
www.days<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Dayspr<strong>in</strong>g Hotel<br />
0121 240 5844<br />
reception@dayspr<strong>in</strong>ghoteluk.com<br />
Days Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 604 8111<br />
www.days<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Express by Holiday Inn Redditch<br />
01527 584 658<br />
www.hiexpress.com/redditch<br />
- 192 15 8 120 209 100 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 48 30 25 10 - 10 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 53 25 18 10 - 20 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 15 2 3 - 20 - 4 4 4 4 - -<br />
- 52 2 6 150 - 60 - 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- 100 14 20 50 - - 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Express by Holiday Inn Walsall,<br />
M6 J10<br />
01922 705 250<br />
www.hiexpress.com<br />
Grimstock Country House Hotel<br />
01675 462 121<br />
www.grimstockhotel.co.uk<br />
- 120 10 15 60 87 - 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
3 44 7 4 90 107.25 100 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Hilton Coventry Hotel<br />
02476 603 000<br />
www.hilton.co.uk/coventry<br />
Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Bromsgrove<br />
01527 576 600<br />
www.pedersenhotels.com<br />
Honiley Court Hotel<br />
& Conference Centre<br />
0844 855 9130<br />
www.foliohotels.com<br />
Ladybird Hotel<br />
01527 889 900<br />
www.ladybirdhotel.co.uk<br />
- 169 18 12 600 - - - - - 4 - -<br />
- 110 16 23 200 252 180 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
3 62 15 9 200 197 170 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
3 44 22 20 36 - 32 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
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Accessibility<br />
Heart of England<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Marston Farm Hotel<br />
08127 872 133<br />
www.brook-hotels.co.uk<br />
3 37 12.9 10 150 120 130 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
New Hall Hotel & Spa<br />
0121 378 2442<br />
www.handpicked.co.uk<br />
4 60 8.5 10 150 324 150 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Park Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham West, M5 Jct 1<br />
0121 609 9988<br />
www.park<strong>in</strong>n.co.uk<br />
3 166 4 5 150 148 120 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham (Oldbury)<br />
0870 197 7202<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
- 60 7.9 20 - - - 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham North<br />
(Sutton Coldfield)<br />
0870 990 6320<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham South<br />
(Hall Green)<br />
0870 111 2948<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham South<br />
(Rubery)<br />
0870 990 6538<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Premier Inn West Bromwich<br />
0870 197 7264<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Premier Inn West Bromwich Central<br />
0870 850 6340<br />
www.premiertravel<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
Quality Hotel Coventry<br />
0247 640 3835<br />
www.hotels-coventry.com<br />
- 42 - - - - - 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- 51 6.5 10.9 - - - 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- 62 - - - - - 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- - - - - - - 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
- 85 4 5 - - - 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
3 80 15 8 150 - 120 4 - - 4 - 4<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
Ramada Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, Sutton Coldfield<br />
0844 815 9022<br />
www.ramadajarvis.co.uk<br />
3 170 7 7 450 - - 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Ramada Hotel & Suites Coventry<br />
0870 890 3722<br />
www.ramadacoventry.co.uk<br />
- 166 15 10 60 - 50 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
Strawberry Bank Hotel & Restaurant<br />
01676 522 117<br />
www.strawberrybank.co.uk<br />
3 47 - - 140 178.50 120 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel<br />
01827 713 156<br />
www.atherstoneredlion.co.uk<br />
- 30 15 10 - - - 4 4 - - - -<br />
The Belfry<br />
0870 900 0066<br />
www.TheBelfry.com<br />
4 324 12 10 400 350 300 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
The Elms Hotel & Spa<br />
01299 896 666<br />
www.theelmshotel.co.uk<br />
3 23 30 25 50 875 50 4 - 4 4 - 4<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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Accessibility<br />
Heart of England<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
The Glebe Hotel<br />
01926 624 218<br />
www.glebehotel.co.uk<br />
3 39 40 20 120 - 110 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
The Lodge at Hall Green<br />
0121 777 3480<br />
www.thelodge.hallgreen.cwc.net<br />
The Mount Hotel<br />
& Conference Centre<br />
01902 752 055<br />
www.signaturegroup.co.uk<br />
Westmead Hotel<br />
0870 609 6119<br />
www.foliohotels.com/westmead<br />
- 48 6 7 - - - 4 4 4 4 - -<br />
3 56 25 20 200 - 120 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
- 56 8 16 220 - 180 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
Hotels / B&B / Hostels / Eat & Sleep<br />
Eat & Sleep<br />
Simpsons Restaurant<br />
0121 454 3434<br />
www.simpsonsrestaurant.co.uk<br />
The Old Crown<br />
0121 248 1368<br />
www.theoldcrown<br />
Wroxall Abbey Estate<br />
01926 485 206<br />
www.wroxall.com<br />
Bed & Breakfast<br />
Fillongley Manor<br />
01676 540101<br />
www.necbandb.co.uk<br />
1 4 1 12 - - 24 4 4 4 - 4 4<br />
- 8 1 15 16 - 50 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
3 70 15 10 300 500 300 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- 11 8 1 - - - - - - - - -<br />
Sutton Park Bed & Breakfast<br />
0121 682 4284<br />
- 3 7.3 13.6 - - - - - - - - -<br />
Twelfth Night Guesthouse<br />
01789 414 595<br />
www.twelfthnight.co.uk<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference<br />
0121 415 8400<br />
www.has.bham.ac.uk/conferences<br />
Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre<br />
0121 472 5171<br />
www.woodbrooke.org.uk<br />
4 6 26 27 - - - - - - - - -<br />
- 106 2 10 1000 - 480 4 4 4 - 4 -<br />
- 69 4 17 90 - - 4 4 4 4 4 4<br />
Hostels<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central Backpackers<br />
0121 643 0033<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamcentralbackpackers.<br />
com<br />
Hatters Hostel<br />
0121 236 4031<br />
www.hattersgroup.com/birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
- 18 0 9 40 - 52 - 4 4 4 - -<br />
3+ 20 0 10 - - - 4 - 4 4 - 4<br />
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Nailcote Hall Hotel<br />
Nailcote Lane, Berkswell, Warwickshire CV7 7DE Tel: 02476 466174<br />
<strong>in</strong>fo@nailcotehall.co.uk<br />
Be<strong>in</strong>g just 10 m<strong>in</strong>utes drive from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport/Station and at the centre of<br />
the Midland’s motorway network, Nailcote Hall is a convenient meet<strong>in</strong>g po<strong>in</strong>t for all major towns<br />
and cities.<br />
Quality, style and a spirit of fun sets us apart from other country house hotels, a real home away<br />
from home. All of our bedrooms are furnished to a consistently high standard and are equipped<br />
with plasma televisions and Sky.<br />
Whether you’re arrang<strong>in</strong>g corporate promotional events, d<strong>in</strong>ners, parties, wedd<strong>in</strong>g receptions or<br />
murder mysteries, our fabulous range of facilities make Nailcote Hall the ideal venue to create the<br />
‘right impression’.<br />
Marquees can also be arranged for parties of up to 240 people; set <strong>in</strong> our picturesque grounds<br />
they’re perfect for both wedd<strong>in</strong>gs and corporate events. Guests can also enjoy the delights of our<br />
<strong>in</strong>door leisure complex.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 40<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 150<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 15<br />
Miles from NEC 8<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 150<br />
Class room 80<br />
U shaped 50<br />
Boardroom 36<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 135<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
No<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
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Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Marriott Hotel<br />
12 Hagley Road, Five Ways, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B16 8SJ Tel: 0121 452 1144 www.marriott.co.uk<br />
The Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Marriott offers warm hospitality <strong>in</strong> the commercial heart of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
Here traditional architecture and lavish modern facilities compell<strong>in</strong>gly comb<strong>in</strong>e to create<br />
a haven for relaxation and clear th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g. Close to shops and restaurants, <strong>in</strong>ner city energy<br />
is never far away, and we’re also just a short hop from the ICC and the NIA.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 104<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 65<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0.5<br />
Miles from NEC 12<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 80<br />
Class room 30<br />
U shaped 30<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 96<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
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CityNites<br />
Arena View, Edward Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2RX Tel: 0121 233 1155<br />
www.city-nites.com<br />
City Nites are specialists <strong>in</strong> “luxury serviced apartments” a truly fabulous alternative to a hotel<br />
room. Whether you wish to stay for a night, a week or longer you can enjoy spacious, comfortable<br />
apartment-style liv<strong>in</strong>g, located <strong>in</strong> a quiet residential area adjacent to the national <strong>in</strong>door arena and<br />
Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace, <strong>in</strong> the heart of the city.<br />
One Bedroom Apartments<br />
These prestigious suites will sleep two guests and boast a large double bedroom, bathroom<br />
and a spacious open plan lounge/d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g room with a fully fitted luxury kitchen.<br />
Two Bedroom Apartments<br />
The two Bedroom suites can accommodate a maximum of four guests. With two double<br />
bedrooms, a large family bathroom and spacious open plan lounge/d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g room with fully fitted<br />
luxury kitchen.<br />
• All apartments encompass free wireless <strong>in</strong>ternet.<br />
• Purchase a pass to Bannatynes Health Club<br />
• On-site reception manned from 8.00am - 10.00pm<br />
• Cont<strong>in</strong>ental or Gourmet Breakfast available<br />
• Closest accommodation venue to the NIA<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 60<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 60<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 10<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms N/A<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style<br />
N/A<br />
Class room<br />
N/A<br />
U shaped<br />
N/A<br />
Boardroom<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
Yes<br />
In-house AV<br />
No<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Yes<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
No<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
No<br />
Fitness centre<br />
No<br />
Spa<br />
No<br />
Sauna<br />
No<br />
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Hyatt Regency Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
2 Bridge Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2JZ Tel: 0121 643 1234 www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.regency.hyatt.co.uk<br />
Located <strong>in</strong> the city of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, Hyatt Regency Birm<strong>in</strong>gham is a modern and luxurious hotel<br />
centrally located for both bus<strong>in</strong>ess and leisure. L<strong>in</strong>ked directly to the <strong>International</strong> Convention<br />
Centre (ICC) and Symphony Hall, the hotel is only ten m<strong>in</strong>utes by tra<strong>in</strong> from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
<strong>International</strong> Airport and the National Exhibition Centre (NEC).<br />
Facilities <strong>in</strong>clude:<br />
• 319 spacious guest rooms <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g 12 suites with stunn<strong>in</strong>g panoramic views<br />
• 8 <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g Rooms<br />
• Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Centre<br />
• Wireless <strong>in</strong>ternet access throughout the hotel<br />
• Covered Bridge L<strong>in</strong>k to ICC & Symphony Hall<br />
• Executive Club lounge<br />
• Aria Restaurant & Atrium Lobby<br />
• Stylish Bar Pravda<br />
• Amala Spa & Club with relax<strong>in</strong>g spa services<br />
• Central location with excellent road, rail and air connections.<br />
10 m<strong>in</strong>utes walk from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham New Street and Snow Hill Station,<br />
M6, M5 with connections to M40 and M42<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome • Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible bedrooms • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 319<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
No<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 10.5<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 8<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 240<br />
Class room 120<br />
U shaped 76<br />
Cabaret style 160<br />
Boardroom 56<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 200<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 225<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
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Macdonald Burl<strong>in</strong>gton Hotel<br />
Burl<strong>in</strong>gton Arcade, 126 New Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B2 4JQ Tel: 0844 879 9019<br />
www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/burl<strong>in</strong>gton<br />
A warm welcome to the Macdonald Burl<strong>in</strong>gton Hotel, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
The Burl<strong>in</strong>gton has been Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s premier <strong>in</strong>dependent hotel, offer<strong>in</strong>g four star<br />
accommodation for well over 125 years. The hotel build<strong>in</strong>g is a superb illustration of the 125<br />
year family history; the grand staircase is lavishly decorated with marble and each bedroom<br />
is large and airy. Completely and sympathetically refurbished at the turn of the 21st century,<br />
the hotel has effortlessly kept pace with the demands of the modern event organiser.<br />
With 112 air-conditioned bedrooms and 16 modern meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms, the largest of which can<br />
accommodate 400 guests theatre style, the Macdonald Burl<strong>in</strong>gton has the adaptability to meet<br />
all your needs <strong>in</strong> the comfort and style expected from a four star hotel.<br />
Whatever your reasons for visit<strong>in</strong>g, you’ll always be made welcome at the Macdonald<br />
Burl<strong>in</strong>gton Hotel, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Accessible Bedrooms • Accessible Cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 112<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 0<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 12<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 16<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 400<br />
Class room 175<br />
U shaped<br />
N/A<br />
Cabaret style 200<br />
Boardroom<br />
N/A<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 320<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 459<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
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St. John’s Hotel<br />
651 Warwick Road, Solihull B91 1AT. Tel: 0121 711 3000 www.pr<strong>in</strong>cipal-hayley.com<br />
The St. Johns Hotel offers a stylish and contemporary sett<strong>in</strong>g located only m<strong>in</strong>utes from the<br />
M42 and Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport.<br />
Recently refurbished public areas lead through to spacious conference and meet<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
with their own dedicated entrances. The largest conference room accommodates up to 750<br />
delegates <strong>in</strong> a magnificent suite, hav<strong>in</strong>g it’s own entrance foyer and bar and clear “pillar free”<br />
views. With natural daylight, you have truly impressive surround<strong>in</strong>gs to complement your event.<br />
Extensive car park<strong>in</strong>g is available and guests can make use of the modern leisure club with<br />
<strong>in</strong>door swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool. The St. Johns Hotel is a perfect Midlands location for conferences and<br />
events both large or small. Every bedroom has a high speed <strong>in</strong>ternet connection and work<strong>in</strong>g<br />
area. We have <strong>in</strong>stalled power showers, sourced the most comfortable beds, found the best<br />
Egyptian bed l<strong>in</strong>en and provided an array of quality amenities and refreshments to ensure your<br />
stay exceeds your expectations.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 180<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 350<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 4<br />
Miles from NEC 2<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 13<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 750<br />
Class room 350<br />
U shaped 40<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 709.53<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
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New Hall Hotel & Spa<br />
Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield B76 1QX Tel: 0121 378 2442<br />
www.handpicked.co.uk<br />
At 800 years old, New Hall has a long history of provid<strong>in</strong>g discern<strong>in</strong>g<br />
guests and residents the f<strong>in</strong>est English hospitality and today is arguably<br />
better than ever. Architecturally New Hall is a stunn<strong>in</strong>g build<strong>in</strong>g with<br />
many <strong>in</strong>tricate details and is surrounded by its ma<strong>in</strong> attraction – a moat<br />
– orig<strong>in</strong>ally designed to keep out <strong>in</strong>truders, today it plays home to a<br />
wide variety of wildlife <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g migrat<strong>in</strong>g ducks and geese and some of<br />
the largest carp to be found <strong>in</strong> the Midlands!<br />
Accessibility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome • Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible bedrooms • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 60<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 70<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 5.5<br />
Miles from NEC 6.8<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 180<br />
Class room 80<br />
U shaped 16<br />
Cabaret style 30<br />
Boardroom 30<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
The Manor Hotel<br />
Ma<strong>in</strong> Road, Coventry CV7 7NH Tel: 01676 522735<br />
www.manorhotelmeriden.co.uk<br />
This elegant hotel, dat<strong>in</strong>g from 1745, is situated <strong>in</strong> the country village<br />
of Meriden, believed to be the very centre of England. The Manor<br />
offers the ideal comb<strong>in</strong>ation – a picturesque country residence with a<br />
warm friendly atmosphere – yet only m<strong>in</strong>utes away from the National<br />
Exhibition Centre, The National Motorcycle Museum and Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
<strong>International</strong> Airport and Tra<strong>in</strong> Station. In addition to 110 excellent<br />
bedrooms and free car park<strong>in</strong>g, the hotel boasts two restaurants, the<br />
renowned 2 AA Rosette “Regency” and the less formal Houstons Bar<br />
and Gril.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome • Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible bedrooms • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 110<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 180<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 11<br />
Miles from NEC 3<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 275<br />
Class room 130<br />
U shaped 70<br />
Cabaret style 150<br />
Boardroom 50<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 220<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 222<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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Crowne Plaza<br />
Holiday Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 1HH<br />
Tel: 0870 400 9150 meet<strong>in</strong>gs@CPBhamCity.com<br />
Fillongley Manor<br />
Adk<strong>in</strong>s Croft, Fillongley, Coventry CV7 8PA<br />
Tel: 01676 540101<br />
Follow<strong>in</strong>g the very recent £16 million redevelopment, Crowne<br />
Plaza Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre is the place to meet. The 312<br />
bedroom hotel with substantial Event facilities is ideally located <strong>in</strong><br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre with excellent motorway, rail and air l<strong>in</strong>ks<br />
and only a short walk to the <strong>International</strong> Convention Centre.<br />
For further <strong>in</strong>formation call the <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g Success Office on<br />
0870 400 9150 or email meet<strong>in</strong>gs@CPBhamCity.com<br />
This modern, twelve room, home from home B&B ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong>s a<br />
professional <strong>in</strong>clusive service at a competitive daily rate. The<br />
rooms are all ensuite and one apartment is fully serviced. There<br />
are fitted wardrobes, TV’s, tea & coffee mak<strong>in</strong>g facilities and<br />
fridges <strong>in</strong> all bed rooms. There is a private guest’s only sitt<strong>in</strong>g<br />
room with access to a large and impressive rear garden area, for<br />
out door relaxation dur<strong>in</strong>g the good weather. Dur<strong>in</strong>g the summer<br />
months, and weather permitt<strong>in</strong>g, there is a weekly barbeque that<br />
is held for guests. When you book a room any dietary needs can<br />
be catered for. Tel: 01676 540 101.<br />
Jurys Inn<br />
245 Broad Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2HQ Tel: 0121 606 9000 www.jurys<strong>in</strong>ns.com<br />
Jurys Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham is the largest hotel <strong>in</strong> the city centre with 445<br />
en-suite bedrooms, 20 modern conference rooms with state-of-the-art<br />
audio-visual equipment and a maximum capacity of 275 delegates; all<br />
this <strong>in</strong> addition to newly refurbished lobby, restaurant and bar areas.<br />
Located on Broad Street <strong>in</strong> the centre of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, the Inn is with<strong>in</strong><br />
a short stroll of the NIA and ICC exhibition centres and with<strong>in</strong> easy<br />
travell<strong>in</strong>g distance of the NEC.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g • Accessible bedrooms<br />
Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 445<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 230<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 12<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 20<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 275<br />
Class room 144<br />
U shaped 44<br />
Cabaret style 160<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 200<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 247.2<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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The W<strong>in</strong>dmill Village<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Road, Allesley, Coventry CV5 9AL Tel: 024 76 40 40 40<br />
www.w<strong>in</strong>dmillvillage.co.uk<br />
With<strong>in</strong> easy reach of national travel l<strong>in</strong>ks to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham and the NEC,<br />
The W<strong>in</strong>dmill Village hotel is set <strong>in</strong> lush surround<strong>in</strong>gs with panoramic<br />
views of our stunn<strong>in</strong>g 18 hole golf course.<br />
We offer comfortable accommodation and the facilities you would expect<br />
from a luxury hotel. Whether you stay is for bus<strong>in</strong>ess or pleasure, our aim<br />
is to ensure your comfort, enjoyment and satisfaction are guaranteed.<br />
Located on the outskirts of Coventry, we are ideally placed for a visit to<br />
many local attractions.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assictance dogs welcome<br />
Accessible bedrooms<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 105<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 200<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 15<br />
Miles from NEC 7<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 8<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 400<br />
Class room 145<br />
U shaped 20<br />
Cabaret style 160<br />
Boardroom 70<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 220<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
The Spires Serviced Apartments<br />
Viva, 10 Commercial Street Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 1RH<br />
Tel: 0845 270 0090 www.thespires.co.uk<br />
Moor Hall Hotel & Spa<br />
Moor Hall Drive, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B75 6LN<br />
Tel: 0121 308 3751 www.moorhallhotel.co.uk<br />
Next to the prestigious Mailbox,<br />
The Spires provides the ultimate<br />
<strong>in</strong> space, style and comfort. Why<br />
squeeze <strong>in</strong>to a standard hotel<br />
room - relax <strong>in</strong>stead <strong>in</strong> a fabulous<br />
suite with lounge, kitchen and a<br />
choice of one or two bedrooms.<br />
Director’s suites <strong>in</strong>clude a<br />
separate office too – ideal for<br />
small meet<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 31<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 0<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 9<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 0<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style<br />
Class room<br />
U shaped<br />
Cabaret style<br />
Boardroom<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
This delightful four star country<br />
house hotel is ideally located <strong>in</strong><br />
peaceful parkland but with<strong>in</strong> easy<br />
reach of the motorway network,<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham and the NEC.<br />
The seven well equipped meet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
rooms all have natural light and<br />
free Wi-Fi access and <strong>in</strong> addition,<br />
the hotel offers a choice of two<br />
restaurants, an <strong>in</strong>door pool and 82<br />
bedrooms with free Wi-Fi access<br />
and Freeview TV. These first class<br />
facilities are coupled with friendly<br />
service from a professional team<br />
who will ensure the success of<br />
your event.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 82<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 170<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 8<br />
Miles from NEC 14<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 7<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 250<br />
Class room 120<br />
U shaped 40<br />
Cabaret style 90<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 220<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 240<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
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Thistle Hotel<br />
St. Chad’s, Queensway, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B4 6HY Tel: 0871 376 9005<br />
www.thistlehotels.com<br />
Be<strong>in</strong>g so close to the airport, motorways and the NEC, Thistle Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City is the ideal venue<br />
for meet<strong>in</strong>gs, tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g sessions, sem<strong>in</strong>ars, conferences – <strong>in</strong> fact any time you need to get people<br />
together <strong>in</strong> a relaxed yet professional sett<strong>in</strong>g. We offer a choice of 12 meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms, with the<br />
largest seat<strong>in</strong>g up to 180 people theatre-style. All the technology and equipment you need is to<br />
hand, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g BT Openzone wireless <strong>in</strong>ternet access throughout the hotel, so you can be out of<br />
the office without be<strong>in</strong>g out of touch.<br />
If you’re here for bus<strong>in</strong>ess, you’ll need a relax<strong>in</strong>g room to return to. All our 133 bedrooms are<br />
designed with comfort and convenience <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d, with all the facilities you’d expect from a major<br />
city-centre hotel. And with Monty’s Brasserie and Wimsey’s Bar for f<strong>in</strong>e food and enterta<strong>in</strong>ment,<br />
we’ll make sure you’re satisfied.<br />
• Ideal city centre location<br />
• Choice of 12 meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms<br />
• Flexible range of delegate packages<br />
• Friendly, professional support team on hand<br />
• BT Openzone throughout<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome • Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible bedrooms • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 133<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 500<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 14<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 12<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 180<br />
Class room 90<br />
U shaped 40<br />
Cabaret style 80<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 120<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 430<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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The Belfry<br />
Lichfield Road, Wishaw, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands B76 9PR Tel: 08709 00 00 66<br />
www.TheBelfry.com<br />
The Belfry is one of the best located conference, golf and leisure resorts <strong>in</strong> Europe. Set <strong>in</strong> 550<br />
acres of stunn<strong>in</strong>g countryside <strong>in</strong> the heart of England and only m<strong>in</strong>utes from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City<br />
Centre, road, rail and air l<strong>in</strong>ks. Other facilities <strong>in</strong>clude a selection of restaurants, bars and three<br />
golf courses <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g the world famous Brabazon course, four times host to the Ryder Cup.<br />
Our team of experienced professionals are as welcom<strong>in</strong>g as they are passionate about creat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
your perfect event and will truly go the extra mile.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome • Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible bedrooms • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 324<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 1000<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 11<br />
Miles from NEC 6<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 21<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 400<br />
Class room 214<br />
U shaped 44<br />
Cabaret style<br />
N/A<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 1707<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
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City Inn<br />
1 Brunswick Square, Br<strong>in</strong>dley Place, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2HW Tel: 0121 643 1003 www.city<strong>in</strong>n.com<br />
City Inn Hotels offer specially designed meet<strong>in</strong>g spaces that create the ideal environment for your meet<strong>in</strong>g; whether<br />
it is a presentation, discussion, motivation, tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g or <strong>in</strong>terview<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
We comb<strong>in</strong>e hi-tech flexible spaces with a ‘service promise’ guarantee and break out areas (<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g an art gallery)<br />
to <strong>in</strong>spire. Little wonder we’ve been voted Best Hotel Brand at the Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Travel Awards, three years <strong>in</strong> succession.<br />
We believe attention to detail makes the biggest difference. Like our floor to ceil<strong>in</strong>g w<strong>in</strong>dows which maximize natural<br />
daylight, and our ‘fresh’ air-condition<strong>in</strong>g system which <strong>in</strong>troduces up to 30% more oxygen than most. Technology<br />
is also major part of our offer<strong>in</strong>g, from free Wi-Fi to our all-<strong>in</strong>-one iMac multimedia enterta<strong>in</strong>ment system, featur<strong>in</strong>g:<br />
<strong>in</strong>ternet access, video conferenc<strong>in</strong>g, Skype and access to 38 Sky channels – all with our compliments.<br />
Our aim is to make life as simple as possible through service that’s smooth, swift and supportive – and an Events<br />
Team to help you with everyth<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
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Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B26 3QJ Tel: 0844 576 6000<br />
www.bhx.co.uk<br />
The Gateway to your event <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport serves nearly 150 direct dest<strong>in</strong>ations throughout Europe, North<br />
America and the Middle East with connections to several hundred more worldwide dest<strong>in</strong>ations<br />
with one stop.<br />
Perfectly situated at the heart of the motorway and rail networks, adjacent to the NEC and with a<br />
ma<strong>in</strong>l<strong>in</strong>e station next door l<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g you to the city centre <strong>in</strong> 10 m<strong>in</strong>utes, the airport can connect you<br />
to your event with ease.<br />
Whilst <strong>in</strong> the term<strong>in</strong>als a fantastic range of shops and restaurants awaits, with someth<strong>in</strong>g to suit<br />
all tastes and pockets. The airport has excellent facilities for passengers travell<strong>in</strong>g on bus<strong>in</strong>ess,<br />
with Wi-Fi available throughout the term<strong>in</strong>als, executive lounges and a dedicated bus<strong>in</strong>ess centre<br />
at ‘The Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Po<strong>in</strong>t’ provid<strong>in</strong>g meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms and support services.<br />
Easy to get to, easy to get through and so much to do while you’re there. For your next event<br />
avoid long transfers from other airports and choose Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport to fly you to<br />
the doorstep.<br />
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Serviced apartments<br />
The Spires Serviced Apartments<br />
If your bus<strong>in</strong>ess is br<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g you to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham for longer than just a few days, a stylish, serviced apartment<br />
could be the answer. There are plenty to choose from, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g many with<strong>in</strong> walk<strong>in</strong>g distance of the<br />
convention quarter.<br />
Plan it now at www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com or call 0121 202 5151<br />
Accessibility<br />
City Centre,<br />
Hagley Road<br />
and Edgbaston<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
BridgeStreet Worldwide<br />
0121 616 0722<br />
www.bridgestreet.co.uk<br />
4 60 - 11 - - - - -<br />
Burne Jones House<br />
0845 402 5000<br />
www.cityquarters.co.uk<br />
- 29 - 11 - - - - -<br />
City Nites<br />
0121 233 1155<br />
www.city-nites.com<br />
- 60 1.8 13 4 4 - - -<br />
Comfort Zone Serviced Apartments<br />
0121 270 1915<br />
www.comfortzoneapartments.com<br />
HOME Serviced Apartments<br />
0845 680 0941<br />
www.louisgrouphome.com<br />
Premier Apartments Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 666 4444<br />
www.premierapartmentsbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
SACO Liv<strong>in</strong>gbase Apartments<br />
0121 643 8585<br />
www.sacoapartments.co.uk<br />
- 37 0.8 11 4 - - - -<br />
- 15 - 11 4 - - - -<br />
4 67 - 10.2 - - - - -<br />
4 35 0.5 14.8 - - - - -<br />
Serviced apartments<br />
SACO Apartments – Edgbaston<br />
0121 643 8585<br />
www.sacoapartments.co.uk<br />
4 20 1 12 - - - - -<br />
Shaftesbury House<br />
0845 402 5000<br />
www.cityquarters.co.uk<br />
- 17 - 9.8 - - 4 - -<br />
The Spires<br />
0845 270 0090<br />
www.thespires.co.uk<br />
- 31 1.8 10.8 - - - - -<br />
Stay Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 622 7020<br />
www.staybirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
4 91 1.9 10.7 - - - - -<br />
Stay<strong>in</strong>g Cool<br />
0121 643 0815<br />
www.stay<strong>in</strong>gcool.com<br />
- 17 - - - - - - -<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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cityQuarters Serviced Apartments<br />
Head Office: Cornwall House, 31 Lionel Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B3 1AP Tel: 0845 402 5000<br />
www.cityquarters.co.uk<br />
A cityQuarters serviced apartment balances the amenities and personal service of a hotel with the<br />
comfort of a fully appo<strong>in</strong>ted luxury apartment, a flexible space to work, relax and enterta<strong>in</strong>.<br />
cityQuarters has the largest portfolio of serviced apartments <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham giv<strong>in</strong>g you the best<br />
access to the commercial districts, enterta<strong>in</strong>ment and transport l<strong>in</strong>ks.<br />
• 3 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham schemes, 3 central locations<br />
• 30% sav<strong>in</strong>g when compared to hotels<br />
• More space to relax and enjoy your stay<br />
• Full kitchen facilities sav<strong>in</strong>g you time and money<br />
• 24-hour easy check <strong>in</strong> – no need to visit a front desk<br />
• Onl<strong>in</strong>e book<strong>in</strong>g facility<br />
Discover a space that gives you room to live, visit www.cityquarters.co.uk<br />
or simply call: 0845 402 5000<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 100<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 50<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 15<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms N/A<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style<br />
N/A<br />
Class room<br />
N/A<br />
U shaped<br />
N/A<br />
Cabaret style<br />
N/A<br />
Boardroom<br />
N/A<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
Yes<br />
In-house AV<br />
No<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Yes<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
No<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
No<br />
Fitness centre<br />
No<br />
Spa<br />
No<br />
Sauna<br />
No<br />
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HOME Serviced Apartments<br />
Cutlass Court, Granville Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2LJ Tel: 0845 680 0941<br />
www.louisgrouphome.com<br />
Welcome to the luxury serviced apartments of Louis Group HOME <strong>in</strong> the<br />
Heart of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s vibrant city centre. Offer<strong>in</strong>g a choice of stylish one<br />
and two bed apartments, each unique liv<strong>in</strong>g space has all the comforts of<br />
home. From high speed broadband with ample workspace to <strong>in</strong>tegrated<br />
enterta<strong>in</strong>ment systems, Louis Group HOME gives you the flexibility to<br />
work and enterta<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong> a property that is entirely your own.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total apartments 15<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 22<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 5<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms N/A<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Located on Granville Street, Louis Group HOME is alongside<br />
Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace and a short stroll form The Mailbox and Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s<br />
famous Bullr<strong>in</strong>g shopp<strong>in</strong>g centre.<br />
Theatre style<br />
Class room<br />
U shaped<br />
Cabaret style<br />
Boardroom<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 )<br />
N/A<br />
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Conferences & exhibitions<br />
The NEC<br />
With so many potential venues for your event, the choice <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham might seem overwhelm<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
That’s why the Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau is <strong>in</strong>dispensable. This guide can help you make a shortlist,<br />
before you visit our website or give us a call.<br />
Plan it now at www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com or call 0121 202 5151<br />
Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Adrian Boult Hall<br />
0121 331 5909/5921<br />
www.conservatoire.bcu.ac.uk<br />
- - - - 520 178 - 4 4 4 4 4 -<br />
Aston Science Park<br />
0121 260 6000<br />
www.astonsciencepark.co.uk<br />
- - 1 10 100 87 - - - - 4 - 4<br />
Aust<strong>in</strong> Court<br />
0121 600 7500<br />
www.aust<strong>in</strong>court.co.uk<br />
- - - - 150 - 100 4 4 4 - - -<br />
Conferences & exhibitions<br />
Berrow Court<br />
0121 454 7114<br />
www.berrowcourt.co.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Chamber<br />
Of Commerce<br />
0121 454 6171<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham-chamber.com<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Children’s Hospital<br />
Education Centre<br />
0121 333 9999<br />
www.bch.org.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Football Club<br />
0844 557 1875<br />
www.bcfc.com<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City University -<br />
Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Services<br />
0121 331 5677<br />
www.bcu.ac.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hippodrome<br />
0844 338 6500<br />
www.conferences<strong>in</strong>birm<strong>in</strong>gham.co.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hotel<br />
& Cater<strong>in</strong>g Academy<br />
0121 456 3458<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham-hca.com<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Museum & Art Gallery<br />
0121 303 2834<br />
www.bmag.org.uk<br />
- - - - 70 - 80 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - - - - - - - - - - - -<br />
- - - - - - - - - - - - -<br />
- - 1 8 300 332 200 4 4 - 4 4 -<br />
- 851 3 10 215 200 350 - - - - - -<br />
- - 0 8 1,850 256 180 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
- - 1 10 20 - - - - - - - -<br />
- - 0 8 - - 140 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Repertory Theatre<br />
0121 245 2000<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham-rep.co.uk<br />
- - 0 8 160 - 80 4 - - 4 - -<br />
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Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
British Jewellery Giftware<br />
& F<strong>in</strong>ish<strong>in</strong>g Federation<br />
0121 236 2657<br />
www.bjgf.org.uk<br />
Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Villa<br />
0800 612 0960<br />
www.avhe.co.uk<br />
- - - 8 80 - - - - - - - -<br />
- - 1 8 800 929 648 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
CBSO Centre<br />
0121 616 6500<br />
www.cbso.co.uk<br />
- - 0 8 310 90 250 4 4 - 4 4 -<br />
Clarendon Suites<br />
0121 454 2918<br />
www.clarendonsuites.co.uk<br />
- - - - 494 276.8 300 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Conference Aston<br />
Lakeside Centre<br />
0121 204 4300<br />
www.conferenceaston.co.uk<br />
Crescent Theatre<br />
0121 643 5858<br />
www.crescent-theatre.co.uk<br />
Edgbaston Cricket Ground<br />
0870 062 1902<br />
www.edgbaston.com<br />
eOffice Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0870 8904488<br />
www.eoffice.net<br />
etc Venues<br />
0121 212 8200<br />
www.etcvenues.co.uk<br />
- - 0 9 200 218 160 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - 0 14 340 - 60 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - 2 10 300 1200 260 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - 0 9 88 - 50 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - - - 160 400 80 4 - 4 4 4 4<br />
Conferences & exhibitions<br />
Family Conference Centre<br />
0121 766 1150<br />
conference@family-hous<strong>in</strong>g.co.uk<br />
- - 3 9 50 - - 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Highbury Hall<br />
0121 449 6549<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.gov.uk/highbury<br />
- - 3 6 100 107 100 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Library Theatre<br />
0121 303 2868<br />
marje.westley@birm<strong>in</strong>gham.gov.uk<br />
- - 0 10 254 - - 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
Mechu<br />
0121 710 4222<br />
www.mechu.com<br />
- - 0 10 100 500 500 4 - - 4 - -<br />
MWB Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Exchange<br />
0121 237 6252<br />
www.mwbex.com<br />
- - 0 - 90 194.4 - - - - 4 4 4<br />
NTI <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 202 4800<br />
www.ntibirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
- - 0 6 79 - - 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
Oceana<br />
0845 402 5390<br />
www.oceanaclubs.com<br />
- - 0 8 250 100 200 4 - - 4 - 4<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151 37
Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
QED Studies<br />
0121 471 3434<br />
www.qedstudies.com<br />
- - - - 25 - - - - - 4 - -<br />
Redpo<strong>in</strong>t Climb<strong>in</strong>g Centre<br />
0121 359 1777<br />
www.redpo<strong>in</strong>tclimb<strong>in</strong>gcentre.uk<br />
- - - - 100 - - 4 - - 4 - 4<br />
Second City Suites<br />
0121 666 7610<br />
www.secondcitysuite.co.uk<br />
- - 0.5 5 650 817 700 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
Smartspace<br />
0121 702 1402<br />
www.centre-court.com<br />
- - 4 4 50 300 - 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
Conferences & exhibitions<br />
Symphony Hall<br />
0121 780 3333<br />
www.thsh.co.uk<br />
Tally Ho Conference<br />
@ Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre<br />
0121 626 8228<br />
www.westmidlandspoliceclub.com<br />
Targetspace (Baskerville House)<br />
0203 102 5100<br />
www.targetspace.co.uk<br />
Teamworks Kart<strong>in</strong>g<br />
0870 900 30 20<br />
www.teamworkskart<strong>in</strong>g.com<br />
The Alison Nicholas<br />
Golf Academy<br />
0121 360 7600<br />
www.thehostcorporation.com/golf<br />
- - 0 8 2000 - 800 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - 1 15 350 - 260 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - - - 100 - 50 4 - - 4 - 4<br />
- - 0.4 9.4 120 210 80 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - - - - - - 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
The Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Suite<br />
0121 303 3024<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.gov.uk/cater<strong>in</strong>g<br />
- - 0 8 200 432 328 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
The Barber Institute of F<strong>in</strong>e Arts<br />
0121 414 7333<br />
www.barber.org.uk<br />
- - 3 6 345 - 150 4 4 4 - 4 -<br />
The Beeches<br />
0121 433 3311<br />
www.chartridge.co.uk<br />
- 54 - - 275 176.72 54 - 4 4 4 4 4<br />
The Centennial Centre<br />
0800 389 8950<br />
www.redcliffe.com<br />
- - 1.5 5 700 667 600 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
The Custard Factory<br />
0121 200 0910<br />
www.custardfactoryspaces.co.uk<br />
- - - - 800 870 350 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
The Drum<br />
0121 333 2416<br />
www.the-drum.org.uk<br />
- - - - 200 - 200 - - - 4 4 4<br />
The ICC<br />
0121 200 2000<br />
www.theicc.co.uk<br />
- - 0 8 3,000 3,000 1500 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
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Accessibility<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
The Jam House<br />
0121 200 3030<br />
www.thejamhouse.com<br />
- - 0 7.5 100 - 200 - 4 - 4 - -<br />
The Liv<strong>in</strong>g Room Bar & Restaurant<br />
0121 616 6820<br />
www.theliv<strong>in</strong>groom.co.uk<br />
- - - - 70 - 180 - - - - - -<br />
The Loft Lounge<br />
0121 622 2444<br />
www.theloftlounge.co.uk<br />
- - 0 5 50 10 30 4 - - 4 4 -<br />
The New B<strong>in</strong>gley Hall<br />
0121 554 6561<br />
www.thenewb<strong>in</strong>gleyhall.co.uk<br />
- - - - 2500 2400 2000 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
The NIA<br />
0121 780 4141<br />
www.thenia.co.uk<br />
- - - - - - - 4 4 - 4 - -<br />
The Old Jo<strong>in</strong>t Stock Pub<br />
& Theatre Venue<br />
0121 200 1892<br />
www.oldjo<strong>in</strong>tstocktheatre.co.uk<br />
The Pavilion<br />
0121 331 6515<br />
www.thepavilion.co.uk<br />
The Priory Rooms <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
and Conference Centre<br />
0121 236 2317<br />
www.theprioryrooms.co.uk<br />
The REP Conference<br />
& Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre<br />
0121 236 4455<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham-rep.co.uk<br />
The Studio<br />
0800 079 0909<br />
www.studiovenues.co.uk<br />
- - 0 9.8 80 50 50 4 4 - 4 - -<br />
- - 2.5 5 180 260 200 4 4 - 4 4 -<br />
- - 0 12 180 637 36 4 4 - 4 4 -<br />
- - 0 8 160 110 - - 4 - - 4 -<br />
- - 0 10 200 - 160 4 - - 4 4 -<br />
Conferences & exhibitions<br />
Th<strong>in</strong>ktank<br />
0121 644 6053<br />
events@th<strong>in</strong>ktank.ac<br />
- - 0 11 900 503 300 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Town Hall Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
0121 780 3333<br />
www.thsh.co.uk<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference Office<br />
0121 415 8400<br />
www.bham.ac.uk<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference Park<br />
0121 415 8400<br />
www.bham.ac.uk<br />
Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre<br />
0121 472 5171<br />
www.woodbrooke.org.uk<br />
Wynner House Tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
& Conference Centre<br />
0121 622 4218<br />
www.gbtra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g.org.uk<br />
- - 0 8 900 391 300 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- 900 2 10 950 900 600 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- 106 2 12 90 - 90 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- 69 4 17 90 - - 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - 0 8 - 1000 500 - - - - - -<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151 39
Accessibility<br />
NEC, Airport & Solihull<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Cranmore Park<br />
0121 713 4450<br />
www.cranmorepark.co.uk<br />
Renewal Conference Centre<br />
0121 711 1234<br />
www.renewalcc.com<br />
The Lake at Barston<br />
01675 444 890<br />
www.thelakeatbarston.co.uk<br />
The NEC<br />
0121 780 4141<br />
www.thenec.co.uk<br />
- - - - 450 2445 130 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - 8 4 1000 - - 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - - - 150 360 200 4 4 - - - 4<br />
- - 8 - 720 20000 500 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Heart of England<br />
Conferences & exhibitions<br />
Baraset Barn<br />
01789 295510<br />
www.lovelypubs.co.uk<br />
Bethel Convention Centre<br />
0121 553 5566<br />
www.bethelconventioncentre.co.uk<br />
Black Country Liv<strong>in</strong>g Museum<br />
0121 521 5619<br />
www.bclm.co.uk<br />
Brockencote Hall Country<br />
House Hotel<br />
01562 777876<br />
www.brockencotehall.com<br />
Coventry Transport Museum<br />
02476 234270<br />
www.transport-museum.co.uk<br />
- - 14 27.4 - - 100 4 - 4 - - -<br />
- - 4 15 2500 400 250 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - - - 100 140 70 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- 17 15 20 30 40 85 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - 18 10 120 465 200 4 4 - 4 4 -<br />
Drayton Manor Park<br />
0844 472 1950<br />
www.draytonmanor.co.uk<br />
- - 14 12 400 820 300 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
Hagley Hall<br />
01562 887 290<br />
www.hagleyhall.com<br />
Hall Green Conference<br />
& Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre<br />
0870 840 7400<br />
www.lovethedogs.co.uk<br />
Harvest Fields Centre<br />
0121 323 2401<br />
www.harvestfieldscentre.org.uk<br />
- - - - 140 135 110 4 4 - 4 - -<br />
- 48 4.5 7 120 - 78 4 4 4 4 - 4<br />
- - - - 300 270 180 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Heritage Motor Centre<br />
01926 645040<br />
www.conferencehmc.co.uk<br />
- - 34 30 600 750 460 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
40<br />
Hillscourt Conference Centre<br />
0121 457 6100<br />
www.hillscourt.co.uk<br />
IEC (<strong>International</strong> Events Centre)<br />
at the Ricoh Arena<br />
0844 873 6591<br />
www.theiec.com<br />
- 58 8 22 - 196 - - - - - - -<br />
- - 15 10 5000 6000 4000 4 4 - 4 4 4
Accessibility<br />
Heart of England<br />
VB/AA rat<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Number of bedrooms<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Miles from NEC<br />
Capacity of largest<br />
room – theatre style<br />
Exhibition space <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room (sqm)<br />
Banquet capacity <strong>in</strong><br />
largest room<br />
Assistance dogs<br />
welcome<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g for blue<br />
badge holders<br />
Bedrooms<br />
Toilets<br />
Induction loop<br />
facility<br />
Accessible<br />
cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Innovation Centre<br />
0121 222 5555<br />
www.longbridgebirm<strong>in</strong>gham.co.uk<br />
- - 8.4 17.3 100 130 - 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Ironbridge Gorge Museums<br />
01952 884391<br />
www.ironbridge.org.uk<br />
- - - - - - - 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
Lighthouse Media Centre<br />
01902 716 055<br />
www.light-house.co.uk<br />
National Metalform<strong>in</strong>g<br />
(NMC) Centre<br />
0121 601 6350<br />
www.nmcvenue.com<br />
New Hall Hotel<br />
0121 378 2442<br />
www.handpicked.co.uk<br />
Royal Air Force Museum, Cosford<br />
01902 376200<br />
www.rafmuseum.org<br />
Sandwell Park Farm<br />
0121 553 0220<br />
www.sandwell.gov.uk<br />
Shakespeare Memorial Room<br />
0121 303 2868<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.gov.uk<br />
Sutton Coldfield Town Hall<br />
0121 464 8990<br />
www.suttoncoldfieldtownhall.co.uk<br />
The Boot Inn<br />
01564 782464<br />
www.lovelypubs.co.uk<br />
The Conference Suite<br />
0121 553 5655<br />
www.theconferencesuite.co.uk<br />
- - - - 242 308 150 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
- - 5 12 200 130.5 100 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
4 60 8.5 10 150 324 150 4 4 - 4 - 4<br />
- - 29.5 38.5 400 600 300 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
- - 4 14 50 - - 4 4 - - 4 4<br />
- - - 8 20 - - - - - - - -<br />
- - 8 12 427 325 400 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
- - 12 12 80 - 95 4 4 - - - -<br />
- - 6 12 1000 1488 1000 4 - - 4 4 4<br />
Conferences & exhibitions<br />
The Public<br />
0121 533 7161<br />
www.thepublic.com<br />
Warwick Conferences<br />
@ University of Warwick<br />
02476 523222<br />
www.warwickconferences.com<br />
West Bromwich Albion Football Club<br />
0871 271 9815<br />
www.albionbus<strong>in</strong>ess.co.uk<br />
- - 4 14 300 - 250 - - - - - -<br />
- 1679 20 12 1200 600 600 - - - - - -<br />
- - 4 14 300 597 300 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
West Bromwich Town Hall<br />
0121 569 4693<br />
www.sandwell.gov.uk<br />
- - 4 15 600 - 180 - 4 - 4 - -<br />
Woodside Conference Centre<br />
01926 852217<br />
www.sundialgroup.com/woodside<br />
- 74 18 7 120 82 120 4 4 - 4 4 4<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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Th<strong>in</strong>ktank<br />
Th<strong>in</strong>kbus<strong>in</strong>ess, Millennium Po<strong>in</strong>t, Curzon Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B4 7XG Tel: 0121 202 2333<br />
www.th<strong>in</strong>ktank.ac/bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />
Your next Venue. Do you have to th<strong>in</strong>k twice?<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Situated with<strong>in</strong> the award-w<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g science museum at Millennium<br />
Po<strong>in</strong>t, Th<strong>in</strong>kbus<strong>in</strong>ess is a premier centre where the historic and the<br />
ultra-modern come alive to provide an awe-<strong>in</strong>spir<strong>in</strong>g environment for all<br />
corporate events. The venue is the perfect sett<strong>in</strong>g for conferences and<br />
sem<strong>in</strong>ars, product launches and corporate hospitality.<br />
Unique, <strong>in</strong>novative and spectacular, Th<strong>in</strong>kbus<strong>in</strong>ess is sure to engage<br />
delegates’ m<strong>in</strong>ds <strong>in</strong> a way other venues will struggle to match.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 0<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 500<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 1<br />
Miles from NEC 12<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 350<br />
Class room 24<br />
U shaped 3<br />
Cabaret style 108<br />
Boardroom 24<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 300<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 900<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Edgbaston, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B15 2TT Tel: 0121 414 3344<br />
www.bham.ac.uk<br />
Whether you are plann<strong>in</strong>g a conference for hundreds or a tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
session for two, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Conference & Events has the facilities<br />
and expertise needed to help you organise someth<strong>in</strong>g really special.<br />
The facilities are a mix of traditional red-brick build<strong>in</strong>gs and<br />
contemporary centres set <strong>in</strong> leafy and landscaped parkland and<br />
a self conta<strong>in</strong>ed environment that makes it the perfect sett<strong>in</strong>g for<br />
any occasion.<br />
So whatever you’re plann<strong>in</strong>g, we can take care of it all. All you have<br />
to do is have a great stay!<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 105<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 125<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 2<br />
Miles from NEC 10<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 12<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 900<br />
Class room 40<br />
U shaped 30<br />
Cabaret style 520<br />
Boardroom 36<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 520<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 900<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
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Aston Villa Football Club<br />
Villa Park, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B6 6HE Tel: 0800 612 0960<br />
www.avhe.co.uk<br />
Villa Park stadium, home of Aston Villa Football Club, has undergone significant improvements<br />
to ensure that its facilities are among the f<strong>in</strong>est <strong>in</strong> the Midlands. With its central location, less than<br />
two miles from the M6, it benefits from over 1,000 free car park<strong>in</strong>g spaces. The venue offers<br />
a variety of hospitality packages and match-day sponsorship opportunities, along with excellent<br />
facilities for a special function or bus<strong>in</strong>ess event. Aston Villa has a wide range of suites and meet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
rooms suitable for conferences, exhibitions and banquets with a mix of historic features and<br />
contemporary facilities.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome • Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
• Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
We can also assist you with:<br />
Conferences • Banquets • D<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g • Exhibitions • Sem<strong>in</strong>ars • Product<br />
launches • Interviews • Breakfast meet<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 1000<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 3<br />
Miles from NEC 6<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 122<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 800<br />
Class room 300<br />
U shaped 150<br />
Cabaret style 550<br />
Boardroom 52<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 648<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 929<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
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Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hippodrome<br />
Hurst Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B5 4TB Tel: 0870 730 2050<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamhippodrome.com<br />
S<strong>in</strong>ce its award-w<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g £35m redevelopment, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hippodrome is now one of the UK’s<br />
f<strong>in</strong>est theatres, boast<strong>in</strong>g a superb range of conference and meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms on site, along with<br />
outstand<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>-house cater<strong>in</strong>g and technical support.<br />
The theatre itself has a 1,850 auditorium plus a 200 seat technologically advanced studio space,<br />
and several meet<strong>in</strong>g and hospitality rooms. The Hippodrome Restaurant offers a flexible 110<br />
covers and the recently launched StageSide boasts a 120 guest function room as well as the<br />
relaxed and stylish bar and restaurant.<br />
Recent corporate clients <strong>in</strong>clude Virg<strong>in</strong> Tra<strong>in</strong>s, Channel 4, The Gambl<strong>in</strong>g Commission, Learn<strong>in</strong>g<br />
& Skills Council, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Council, Npower, and the BBC.<br />
Are you look<strong>in</strong>g for the perfect place to enterta<strong>in</strong> and build bus<strong>in</strong>ess relationships <strong>in</strong> a unique and<br />
dist<strong>in</strong>ctive way? Comb<strong>in</strong>e award w<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g cuis<strong>in</strong>e, world-class live enterta<strong>in</strong>ment and exclusive<br />
VIP service at the Hippodrome.<br />
“I should like to put on record our extreme appreciation for the absolutely first class attention to<br />
every aspect of our Event last week.’’ Sharon Kirkham PA to Directors National Youth Agency<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 0<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 0<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 8<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 1850<br />
Class room 100<br />
U shaped 48<br />
Cabaret style 180<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 180<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 256<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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Aust<strong>in</strong> Court<br />
80 Cambridge Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2NP<br />
Tel: 0121 600 7500 www.aust<strong>in</strong>court.co.uk<br />
The Barber Institute of F<strong>in</strong>e Arts<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, Edgbaston, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B15 2TS<br />
Tel: 0121 472 0962 www.barber.org.uk<br />
Aust<strong>in</strong> Court is a beautifully<br />
converted Grade II listed<br />
Georgian build<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the heart<br />
of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace<br />
bus<strong>in</strong>ess district. The venue<br />
offers the very latest <strong>in</strong> event<br />
facilities with a modern tiered<br />
lecture theatre for up to 150<br />
guests. The venue boasts many<br />
historical features <strong>in</strong> addition<br />
to a landscaped courtyard and<br />
canalside views.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 18<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 8<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 15<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 147<br />
Class room 64<br />
U shaped 60<br />
Cabaret style 80<br />
Boardroom 70<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 120<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 200<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
The Barber is the Midlands’ own<br />
m<strong>in</strong>i National Gallery. Housed <strong>in</strong><br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s f<strong>in</strong>est Art Deco build<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
the collection <strong>in</strong>cludes masterpieces<br />
by Rubens, Rembrandt and Renoir,<br />
Monet, Manet and Magritte,<br />
Ga<strong>in</strong>sborough, Turner and Picasso.<br />
The venue’s elegant galleries,<br />
foyer, lecture theatre and concert<br />
hall make ideal venues for private<br />
views, product launches, receptions<br />
presentations and conferences, and<br />
are available for hire.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 0<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 200<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 3<br />
Miles from NEC -<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 1<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 132/349<br />
Class room 0<br />
U shaped 0<br />
Cabaret style 0<br />
Boardroom 10<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 250<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
N/A<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
The Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Botanical Gardens<br />
Redcliffe Cater<strong>in</strong>g Limited, Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B15 3TR. Tel: 0800 389 8950 www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghambotanicalgardens.org.uk<br />
Set <strong>in</strong> the midst of some of the most fasc<strong>in</strong>at<strong>in</strong>g and beautifully landscaped<br />
gardens <strong>in</strong> the country, the Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Botanical Gardens offers a highly<br />
prestigious and unique venue for all k<strong>in</strong>ds of bus<strong>in</strong>ess, conferences, d<strong>in</strong>ners<br />
and receptions, <strong>in</strong>deed, it was chosen as the Venue for the Birm<strong>in</strong>gham G8<br />
Heads of State Summit D<strong>in</strong>ner.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 180<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 1<br />
Miles from NEC 7<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 4<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 400<br />
Class room 180<br />
U shaped 50<br />
Cabaret style 220<br />
Boardroom 50<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 432<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 550<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
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Drayton Manor<br />
Near Tamworth, Staffordshire B78 3TW Tel: 01827 252 408<br />
www.draytonmanor.co.uk<br />
Whether you are plann<strong>in</strong>g a conference, exhibition, presentation, wedd<strong>in</strong>g,<br />
corporate or personal celebration, Drayton Manor, with its 280 acres of lakes and<br />
parkland can offer your occasion someth<strong>in</strong>g truly unique. As well as a 900 seat big<br />
top theatre, we cater for parties of 50 to 500. Each of our suites is self-conta<strong>in</strong>ed<br />
and comes with its own park<strong>in</strong>g, reception area, bar and cater<strong>in</strong>g.<br />
To discuss your specific requirements, obta<strong>in</strong> further <strong>in</strong>formation, arrange<br />
a view<strong>in</strong>g or check availability call: 01827 252408, fax: 01827 288916 or email:<br />
banquet<strong>in</strong>g@draytonmanor.co.uk<br />
Centennial Centre<br />
100 Icknield Port Road, Edgbaston, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B16 0AA Tel: 0800 389 8950<br />
www.centennialcentre.com<br />
Ideally located just one mile from the City Centre and with<strong>in</strong> easy reach of<br />
motorway and rail networks, the Centennial Centre offers a superb comb<strong>in</strong>ation<br />
of suites with various capacities, secure car park<strong>in</strong>g, comfort, fantastic service<br />
and cuis<strong>in</strong>e with the flexibility to accommodate all types of events.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility<br />
Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated Park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 0<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 220<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 1<br />
Miles from NEC 7<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 3<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 650<br />
Class room 200<br />
U shaped 40/50<br />
Cabaret style 360<br />
Boardroom 40/50<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 720<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 700<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
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Concept Conference Centre<br />
58-72 John Bright Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 1BN Tel: 0121 655 4250<br />
www.rnib.org.uk/concept<br />
Concept is a Social Firm provid<strong>in</strong>g tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g opportunities for Bl<strong>in</strong>d and<br />
partially sighted people.<br />
Concept provides competitively priced conferenc<strong>in</strong>g and cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities <strong>in</strong><br />
the heart of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre.<br />
Why choose Concept?<br />
• Fair Pric<strong>in</strong>g: Day Delegate Rate £31pp (£26pp for charities) excludes VAT<br />
• Free WiFi • Customer focused service • Five m<strong>in</strong>utes from New Street Station<br />
• Locally sourced and seasonal food • Fairtrade and organic tea and coffee<br />
Terms and conditions apply- Prices valid April 2009 - March 2010<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 0<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 0<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 15<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 4<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 80<br />
Class room 40<br />
U shaped 40<br />
Cabaret style 60<br />
Boardroom 40<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 250<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
Royal Shakespeare Company<br />
The Courtyard Theatre, Southern Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6BB Tel: 0844 800 1110<br />
www.rsc.org.uk<br />
RSC The Tam<strong>in</strong>g of the Shrew 2008. Photo Simon Annand.<br />
RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream 2008. Photo John Haynes.<br />
The world’s largest classical theatre company’s 2009 programme <strong>in</strong>cludes:<br />
• Romeo and Juliet • The W<strong>in</strong>ter’s Tale • Othello<br />
• The Tempest • As You Like It • Julius Caesar<br />
The Royal Shakespeare Company will be perform<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> The Courtyard Theatre,<br />
Stratford-upon-Avon throughout the transformation of our theatres.<br />
Visit our licensed café, enjoy a beh<strong>in</strong>d-the-scenes guided tour and take home a souvenir<br />
from our shop.<br />
RSC ticket hotl<strong>in</strong>e 0844 800 1110<br />
Book and shop onl<strong>in</strong>e www.rsc.org.uk<br />
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The Deaf Cultural Centre<br />
Ladywood Road, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B16 8SZ Tel: 0121 246 6100<br />
www.deafculturalcentre.com email: <strong>in</strong>fo@deafculturalcentre.com<br />
The Deaf Cultural Centre is a UK first. Deaf Cultural Centre has been designed to meet the<br />
needs of the deaf community and the modern bus<strong>in</strong>ess world. Our accessible and friendly<br />
venue offers you the opportunity to experience Deaf culture and support the valuable services<br />
the centre provides.<br />
Modern flexible meet<strong>in</strong>g spaces, a cafe, bar and cater<strong>in</strong>g service are available <strong>in</strong> addition to our<br />
ma<strong>in</strong> conference hall. We can host <strong>in</strong>timate meet<strong>in</strong>gs for 2 to 30 delegates and events for up<br />
to 180 delegates. We are fully equipped to service all A/V equipment requirements and we are<br />
happy to take even<strong>in</strong>g and weekend book<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
The Deaf Cultural Centre offers contemporary design, service with a smile and a convenient<br />
location. We can provide opportunities for your bus<strong>in</strong>ess to support a thriv<strong>in</strong>g social enterprise<br />
without compromis<strong>in</strong>g on quality. Competitive packages are available for charities.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 17<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 1.2<br />
Miles from NEC 11.53<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 6<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 180<br />
Class room 100<br />
U shaped 35<br />
Cabaret Style 90<br />
Boardroom 35<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 60<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 550<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
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Innovation Centre<br />
1 Devon Way, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B31 2TS Tel: 0121 222 5555 www.longbridgetechnologypark.co.uk<br />
The ultimate solution for bus<strong>in</strong>ess meet<strong>in</strong>gs and conference facilities, <strong>in</strong>corporat<strong>in</strong>g the latest,<br />
state-of-the-art technology, <strong>in</strong> a professional environment.<br />
This new landmark venue provides a wide range of facilities to accommodate between<br />
2-250 people, with a level of support services to match.<br />
Impressive, naturally-lit suites offer flexible layouts. Each is fully equipped with the latest<br />
presentation, IT and telecom facilities and fully <strong>in</strong>tegrated multi-media sound system (with<br />
wireless touch control panel and microphones).<br />
A bright and airy reception area ensures a warm and cheerful welcome for delegates who are<br />
assured of a high level of support service and attention throughout their stay.<br />
The strategic location of the Innovation Centre, adjacent to Longbridge rail-station is served by<br />
excellent public transport and is with<strong>in</strong> five m<strong>in</strong>utes drive of M42 and M5, and on a direct road<br />
route to the centre of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, mak<strong>in</strong>g it the ideal meet<strong>in</strong>g place.<br />
Accessibility<br />
Induction loop facility • Assistance dogs welcome<br />
Designated park<strong>in</strong>g • Accessible cater<strong>in</strong>g facilities<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 0<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 300<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 8.4<br />
Miles from NEC 17.3<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 17<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 250<br />
Class room 32<br />
U shaped 34<br />
Cabaret Style 100<br />
Boardroom 34<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 56<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 130<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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Conference Aston<br />
Aston Triangle, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B4 7ET Tel: 0121 204 4300<br />
www.conferenceaston.co.uk<br />
Conference Aston offers Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre’s premier group of dedicated event venues,<br />
<strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g a stunn<strong>in</strong>g conference hotel and a banquet<strong>in</strong>g and conference centre; all located with<strong>in</strong><br />
15 m<strong>in</strong>utes walk of 3 ma<strong>in</strong>l<strong>in</strong>e rail stations - just off junction 6 of the M6.<br />
Whatever your event, Conference Aston is the perfect choice. Award-w<strong>in</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g chefs serve locallysourced<br />
dishes, 163 luxurious hotel bedrooms keep everyone relaxed and refreshed and our<br />
specialist Events Team will make sure your event achieves its objectives.<br />
Our event venues boast over 30 purpose-built, state-of-the-art conference and meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms,<br />
accommodat<strong>in</strong>g up to 235 people and are ideal for conferences, meet<strong>in</strong>gs, banquets, tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
courses, breakfast meet<strong>in</strong>gs, presentations, AGMs, exhibitions, product launches and<br />
corporate events.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 163<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 9<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 34<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 235<br />
Class room 148<br />
U shaped 47<br />
Cabaret Style<br />
N/A<br />
Boardroom 68<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 126.5<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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Town Hall, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Victoria Square, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, UK. B3 3DQ Tel: 0121 644 6053<br />
www.thsh.co.uk<br />
Set <strong>in</strong> the heart of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, this iconic build<strong>in</strong>g is the perfect venue for any event. Follow<strong>in</strong>g<br />
a £35 million renovation and its re-open<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> 2007 the beautiful surround<strong>in</strong>gs of the Grade 1<br />
listed build<strong>in</strong>g are second to none, mak<strong>in</strong>g each event unique and memorable. Town Hall is easily<br />
accessible by tra<strong>in</strong>, car and bus, and even plane.<br />
Full cater<strong>in</strong>g, technical and Front-of-House support is available for each event. The ma<strong>in</strong> hall can<br />
accommodate up to 300 people for banquet<strong>in</strong>g, up to 900 for presentations or be transformed<br />
<strong>in</strong>to a medium sized exhibition space. There are also smaller spaces available giv<strong>in</strong>g flexibility for<br />
events such as conferences, and dr<strong>in</strong>ks receptions.<br />
Previous clients <strong>in</strong>clude Wragge & CO, KPMG, Arts & Bus<strong>in</strong>ess, The Style Awards, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
City Council, Institute Of Directors and the BBC.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 8<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 3<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 900<br />
Dr<strong>in</strong>ks Reception 600<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g 300<br />
Buffet 450<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 502.76<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
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Broadway Plaza<br />
220 Ladywood Middleway, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B16 8LP www.broadway-plaza.co.uk<br />
Broadway Plaza is a whole world of enterta<strong>in</strong>ment <strong>in</strong> one location. Day<br />
or night, the Plaza has someth<strong>in</strong>g for everyone, whether you want to let<br />
your hair down, put your feet up or unw<strong>in</strong>d after a long day.<br />
From stylish bars and laid back restaurants to a state-of-the-art 12<br />
screen c<strong>in</strong>ema and one of the country’s f<strong>in</strong>est cas<strong>in</strong>os, Broadway Plaza<br />
has it all. We even have an affordable hotel right on site, leav<strong>in</strong>g no<br />
excuse not to make the most of your visit.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms 74<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 1400<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 12<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms -<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style - AMC C<strong>in</strong>ema 450<br />
Class room -<br />
U shaped -<br />
Cabaret style -<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g -<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Away2meet<br />
3 Br<strong>in</strong>dley Place Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B1 2JB<br />
1SN Tel: 0845 644 5244 www.away2meet.co.uk<br />
The Priory Rooms<br />
Quaker <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g House, 40 Bull Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, B4 6AF<br />
Tel: 0121 236 2317 www.theprioryrooms.co.uk<br />
Away2meet has a unique<br />
venue for a corporate<br />
meet<strong>in</strong>g or event on water.<br />
An <strong>in</strong>timate space designed<br />
for small groups of up to 20<br />
<strong>in</strong> a fresh and modern quality<br />
restaurant sett<strong>in</strong>g, free from<br />
boat<strong>in</strong>g clichés. An ultra<br />
modern boat with m<strong>in</strong>imalist<br />
contemporary <strong>in</strong>terior and deep<br />
panoramic w<strong>in</strong>dows, with a<br />
comprehensive cater<strong>in</strong>g service<br />
all freshly prepared on board.<br />
• Park<strong>in</strong>g is available close by.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g -<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 16<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 1<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style<br />
N/A<br />
Class room 20<br />
U shaped -<br />
Cabaret style<br />
Boardroom<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) N/A<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
The Priory Rooms <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g and<br />
Conference Centre.<br />
Situated <strong>in</strong> the heart of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham,<br />
The Priory Rooms provides 9<br />
extremely versatile meet<strong>in</strong>gs rooms<br />
to accommodate from 2 to 180<br />
delegates. All <strong>in</strong>clusive full and half<br />
day delegate packages are available<br />
and all of our profits are donated to<br />
the local Quaker community for use<br />
<strong>in</strong> their charitable projects.<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 8<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0<br />
Miles from NEC 13<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 9<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 180<br />
Class room 30<br />
U shaped 27<br />
Cabaret style<br />
N/A<br />
Boardroom 28<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 64<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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Oriental Bar Restaurant<br />
The Mailbox, Unit 128/130 Wharfside Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, B1 Tel: 0121 633 9988<br />
www.theoriental.uk.com<br />
Welcome to The Oriental Bar Restaurant.<br />
The Oriental Bar Restaurant can be found with<strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s prestigious Mailbox. It is set beside the canal, with<br />
stunn<strong>in</strong>g views and with<strong>in</strong> easy walk<strong>in</strong>g distance of the ICC on Broad Street and Ch<strong>in</strong>atown.<br />
Voted as the top ten Asian restaurant by both The Times and The Independent. The Oriental takes the essence of<br />
Oriental cuis<strong>in</strong>e at its f<strong>in</strong>est levels and <strong>in</strong>terprets it for the western environment <strong>in</strong> which it is served. The A-La Carte<br />
menu <strong>in</strong>cludes dishes like Jade lobster <strong>in</strong> sp<strong>in</strong>ach & Garlic, Grilled Chilean Sea Bass <strong>in</strong> Ch<strong>in</strong>ese Honey, Malaysian<br />
Beef Rendang, and of course the famous Thai Tom Yum soups. These are available for lunch and <strong>in</strong> the even<strong>in</strong>gs.<br />
A carefully selected w<strong>in</strong>e list has been created to go with dishes. The bar also offer exotic cocktails, us<strong>in</strong>g many<br />
oriental fruits and spices and beers from Ch<strong>in</strong>a, Thailand and Malaysia.<br />
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Conference & support services<br />
The Alison Nicholas Golf Academy 0121 360 7600 www.thehostcorporation.com/golf<br />
Just north of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, the Academy offers some of the best golf practice facilities <strong>in</strong> the Midlands, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g a floodlit, double-decker<br />
driv<strong>in</strong>g range and lessons from a team of PGA Professionals. The n<strong>in</strong>e-hole, Par 3 Academy Course recently played host to regional f<strong>in</strong>als<br />
of prestigious junior competitions and is available for exclusive use for corporate guests or societies.<br />
Audiences Central 0121 685 2600 www.audiencescentral.co.uk<br />
Audiences Central is the audience development agency for arts and culture across the West Midlands. We provide a wide range of support<br />
services <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g market<strong>in</strong>g and research for organisations host<strong>in</strong>g large events with<strong>in</strong> the region. If you wish to arrange bespoke leaflet<br />
distribution, e-market<strong>in</strong>g activity or simply f<strong>in</strong>d out more about your visitors, call 0121 685 2600 for a no-obligation quote.<br />
Aventeq 0845 900 0606 / 0121 711 3134 www.aventeq.co.uk<br />
We are Aventeq and have many years experience <strong>in</strong> the Events Industry. We are the lead<strong>in</strong>g supplier of Audio Visual Equipment and<br />
Technical Crew for that one off or regular event.<br />
Conference & support services<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau 0121 202 5151 www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention Bureau lifts the burden of organisation and delivers the support you need for your event <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
From venue location through to accommodation and social programme plann<strong>in</strong>g, no one knows the city better or makes your life easier.<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Focus on Bl<strong>in</strong>dness 0121 478 5200 www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamfocus.org.uk<br />
For over 150 years Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Focus have provided advice, support and care services to <strong>in</strong>dividuals with a visual impairment, physical and<br />
learn<strong>in</strong>g disabilities. Our aim is to cont<strong>in</strong>ue to do so for another 150 years, to ma<strong>in</strong>ta<strong>in</strong> or improve the quality of life of all those we come <strong>in</strong> to<br />
contact with.<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Picture Library 0121 765 4114 www.bplphoto.co.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Picture Library owns a huge collection of stock photography of contemporary Birm<strong>in</strong>gham and its surrounds, available <strong>in</strong><br />
medium and large formats, orig<strong>in</strong>als and via an extensive digital library. Reproduction rights can be granted for pr<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g exhibition display,<br />
audiovisual and other applications. We are also publishers of ‘Positively Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’, photos and text of today’s city, and ‘Discover<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’, a tourist guide.<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Tours 0121 427 2555 www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham-tours.co.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Tours organises friendly and professional walk<strong>in</strong>g and driv<strong>in</strong>g tours <strong>in</strong> the city, mak<strong>in</strong>g your stay an enjoyable and unique<br />
experience. With so much to see and admire <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, we’ll tailor your tour to suit the <strong>in</strong>terests of your group, <strong>in</strong> conjunction with<br />
any event. Whether you choose a snapshot, panoramic coach tour, or head off on a Bonanza Walk, you’ll discover a city full of surprises.<br />
Bowlplex – Bowl<strong>in</strong>g Complex 0121 410 5888 www.bowlplex.co.uk<br />
Bowlplex provides ‘Total Enterta<strong>in</strong>ment’ for everyone <strong>in</strong> a family-friendly environment. Much more than just bowl<strong>in</strong>g, it’s the perfect time<br />
out for toddlers and grandparents alike. Open every day from 10am, we also cater for celebrations, with party packages for teenagers,<br />
children’s birthdays (recommended for children aged 4-10) families, groups and workmates.<br />
FCS Events 0121 322 2722 www.fcs-events.co.uk<br />
Flights Conference Services Ltd, a team of dedicated professionals, offers a range of services to event organisers. These <strong>in</strong>clude conference<br />
and event management, organis<strong>in</strong>g secretariat, exhibition management, delegate registration, event f<strong>in</strong>ancial accounts, hotel accommodation<br />
bureau, venue placement, corporate hospitality, ground handl<strong>in</strong>g and <strong>in</strong>novative social programmes. Email organisers@fcs-events.co.uk<br />
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Conference & support services<br />
GoApe 01284 850 858 www.goape.co.uk<br />
Go Ape! High wire Forest Adventure – 21 courses UK wide <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g Cannock Forest, Staffs. Corporate team days – escape the office<br />
and share an unforgettable teambuild<strong>in</strong>g experience with your work colleagues 40 feet up <strong>in</strong> the trees! Full and half day packages can<br />
<strong>in</strong>clude: a dedicated host for the day, exclusive reserved time on the course, flexible cater<strong>in</strong>g options, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g hot breakfasts, forest<br />
picnics & bbqs, mounta<strong>in</strong> bike hire, exclusive use of the forest base camp shelter & outdoor games, fully equipped meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms,<br />
a great teambuild<strong>in</strong>g experience, pre-paid park<strong>in</strong>g. Prices start from £40 per person. Watch the video at goape.co.uk or call 0845 094 9683.<br />
Media Control (Europe) LTD 0121 433 8899 www.mcl-av.com<br />
MCL is a supplier of audiovisual services to conferences and events. Our ‘total event solutions’ <strong>in</strong>clude sound, vision, light<strong>in</strong>g and stag<strong>in</strong>g from<br />
six branches that provide local support wherever your event location. With cont<strong>in</strong>ued <strong>in</strong>vestment <strong>in</strong> new technology and equipment, we are at<br />
the forefront of our <strong>in</strong>dustry.<br />
Open<strong>in</strong>g Doors & Venues 01562 881013 www.open<strong>in</strong>g-doors.org.uk<br />
Contact us for accurate project management of conferences and events of all sizes, from conception to completion, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g onl<strong>in</strong>e<br />
registration and delegate communication services. We can take total control of your project or dovetail with your <strong>in</strong>-house team and resources.<br />
Positive Pressure 0121 243 1952 www.positive-pressure.co.uk<br />
Positive Pressure offer a unique service provid<strong>in</strong>g energis<strong>in</strong>g Japanese acupressure massage at events, conferences, and team build<strong>in</strong>g days.<br />
Whether you are look<strong>in</strong>g to provide a refresh<strong>in</strong>g break for conference delegates or to attract attention at an exhibition, we can provide a team<br />
of qualified practitioners who will help make your event a truly memorable occasion. Feel great, achieve more!<br />
Redpo<strong>in</strong>t Climb<strong>in</strong>g Centre 0121 359 1777 www.redpo<strong>in</strong>tclimb<strong>in</strong>gcentre.co.uk<br />
Located <strong>in</strong> the centre of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, Redpo<strong>in</strong>t can provide the ideal venue for a conference with a difference. A dedicated <strong>in</strong>door climb<strong>in</strong>g<br />
centre, we can provide everyth<strong>in</strong>g from a small conference room to book<strong>in</strong>g the entire centre. Climb<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>struction and team build<strong>in</strong>g sessions<br />
can be provided, simply call Redpo<strong>in</strong>t to discuss your requirements.<br />
Rita Mansfield Associates 01789 415999 www.ritamansfield.co.uk<br />
Conference & support services<br />
Our experienced staff provide a complete service for your conference. Social programmes are our speciality, with guided tours throughout<br />
the region, airport transfers, meet and greet, corporate events, gala d<strong>in</strong>ners, coach transfers, hospitality desks, free venue f<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g service and<br />
much more. Our team of highly qualified guides, many with foreign language skills, will ensure the success of your event.<br />
Saville Audio Visual Ltd 02476 705380 www.saville-av.com<br />
The UK’s largest Conference and Live Events Provider, specialis<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> audiovisual equipment hire.<br />
Shows UK 0121 704 2649 www.showsuk.biz<br />
Suppliers of top quality personnel and speciality acts to exhibitions, launches and conferences.<br />
Unitemps 0121 202 4100 www.unitemps.co.uk<br />
Unitemps supplies high-calibre staff for events and exhibitions across the UK, <strong>in</strong> a range of positions <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g porters, stewards, box office<br />
staff, wait<strong>in</strong>g staff, registration staff, cashiers, preparation assistants and more. Owned by the University of Warwick, we specialise <strong>in</strong> plac<strong>in</strong>g<br />
students and graduates <strong>in</strong>to temporary employment. For a cost-effective solution to your staff<strong>in</strong>g problems, call 0121 202 4100.<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151 55
Gett<strong>in</strong>g around and about<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham is the UK’s most accessible city, a real benefit when you’re plann<strong>in</strong>g<br />
where to meet. Road and rail networks converge at its centre and visitors fly <strong>in</strong><br />
from over 100 worldwide dest<strong>in</strong>ations every year. No wonder more events are<br />
held here than any other European city.<br />
By road<br />
The M6, M42, M54 and M5 service<br />
the city from all directions, with many<br />
junctions just a few m<strong>in</strong>utes from the<br />
city centre.<br />
With over 25,000 well-sign posted car<br />
park<strong>in</strong>g spaces <strong>in</strong> the centre alone,<br />
you can arrive for your meet<strong>in</strong>g quickly<br />
and conveniently.<br />
As an alternative option to self-drive,<br />
the National Express coach service<br />
offers a fast and convenient l<strong>in</strong>k from<br />
most major UK towns and cities,<br />
straight <strong>in</strong>to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
Black cabs are a common sight<br />
wherever you are <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
Taxi ranks can be found at New Street<br />
Station, Stephenson Street (near the<br />
Pallasades shopp<strong>in</strong>g centre), The<br />
Mailbox and Digbeth Coach Station.<br />
By rail<br />
As one of the country’s busiest tra<strong>in</strong><br />
stations, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham New Street<br />
Station br<strong>in</strong>gs the whole country with<strong>in</strong><br />
easy reach, offer<strong>in</strong>g regular services to<br />
every major UK dest<strong>in</strong>ation.<br />
Virg<strong>in</strong> Tra<strong>in</strong>s arrive from London Euston<br />
<strong>in</strong> less than 90 m<strong>in</strong>utes. Chiltern Tra<strong>in</strong>s<br />
leave London Marylebone and pull <strong>in</strong>to<br />
Snow Hill or Moor Street stations, <strong>in</strong><br />
the heart of the city, <strong>in</strong> approximately<br />
two hours. CrossCountry, the UK’s<br />
most extensive rail network adds<br />
even more options for Birm<strong>in</strong>ghambound<br />
travellers.<br />
By air<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham offers its visitors the<br />
option of easy air access, with<br />
domestic l<strong>in</strong>ks from other major<br />
UK cities, and via carriers fly<strong>in</strong>g to<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport<br />
from over 100 locations worldwide.<br />
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More help when you need it<br />
Shopmobility<br />
This scheme loans equipment to anyone with a<br />
mobility difficulty to support them with easier access<br />
to the city centre.<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Shopmobility<br />
Snow Hill Station, 7 Colmore Row,<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, B3 2BJ<br />
Tel: 0121 236 8980<br />
Email: shopmobs@freeuk.com<br />
Bullr<strong>in</strong>g, Level 2,<br />
Centre Car Park,<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, B5 4BU<br />
Tel: 0121 616 2942<br />
Email: brshopmobility@freeuk.com<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamshopmobility.org<br />
Network West Midlands<br />
For visitors with a mobility disability there is a transport<br />
guide called ‘Gett<strong>in</strong>g Around <strong>in</strong> the West Midlands’ –<br />
available from travel company Network West Midlands on<br />
0121 214 7214 or on M<strong>in</strong>icom 0870 241 2216.<br />
Wayf<strong>in</strong>der<br />
Bl<strong>in</strong>d and partially sighted visitors are helped by the city’s<br />
Wayf<strong>in</strong>der talk<strong>in</strong>g signs. These are useful aids for street<br />
direction and improve access to transport, shopp<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
visitor attractions.<br />
Activation fobs are available to buy for £25 or to hire for a<br />
deposit of £25 from Shopmobility and Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Focus<br />
on Bl<strong>in</strong>dness.<br />
For more <strong>in</strong>formation, call Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre<br />
Partnership on 0121 616 2894<br />
Email: citycentre@birm<strong>in</strong>gham.gov.uk or<br />
visit www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham.gov.uk/wayf<strong>in</strong>der<br />
Gett<strong>in</strong>g to and around Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151 57
Johnsons Coach Travel<br />
Liveridge House, Liveridge Hill, Henley-<strong>in</strong>-Arden, Warks B95 5QS<br />
Tel: 01564 797010 www.johnsonscoaches.co.uk<br />
Johnsons Quality Coach Travel – Coach hire for all occasions.<br />
We offer seat<strong>in</strong>g capacities from 16 through to 53. Located<br />
close to the NEC, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Airport, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham city centre,<br />
Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and The Cotswolds,<br />
we are ideally placed for simple transfers, excursions and<br />
even<strong>in</strong>gs out.<br />
Modern fleet and smart uniformed drivers. Call for a quotation on<br />
01564 797010 or visit our web site www.johnsonscoaches.co.uk<br />
Teamworks Kart<strong>in</strong>g<br />
202 Fazeley Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B5 5SE<br />
Tel: 0870 900 3020 www.teamworkskart<strong>in</strong>g.com<br />
Located <strong>in</strong> central Birm<strong>in</strong>gham,<br />
Teamworks Kart<strong>in</strong>g is like no<br />
other <strong>in</strong>door go-kart<strong>in</strong>g circuit.<br />
The venue boasts a 750m track<br />
suitable for under-16’s, <strong>in</strong>dividuals,<br />
private groups and corporate<br />
parties, with unique rac<strong>in</strong>g and<br />
unrivalled facilities <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g<br />
spectator galleries, various<br />
conference rooms and even<br />
a fully licensed bar!<br />
Venue facilities<br />
Total bedrooms<br />
N/A<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g 40<br />
Miles from Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 0.5<br />
Miles from NEC 8.5<br />
No. of meet<strong>in</strong>g rooms 3<br />
Conference capacities<br />
Theatre style 150<br />
Class room 70<br />
U shaped 30<br />
Cabaret style<br />
N/A<br />
Boardroom 25<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g<br />
N/A<br />
Exhibition space (m 2 ) 50<br />
Conference facilities<br />
Internet<br />
In-house AV<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Air condition<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Leisure facilities<br />
Swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool<br />
Fitness centre<br />
Spa<br />
Sauna<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
No<br />
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Transport<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Coaches 0121 789 7878 www.birm<strong>in</strong>gham<strong>in</strong>ternationalcoaches.co.uk<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham’s lead<strong>in</strong>g luxury coach operator, offer<strong>in</strong>g s<strong>in</strong>gle transfers to large corporate events.<br />
bmibaby 08712 240224 www.bmibaby.com<br />
The low cost airl<strong>in</strong>e with t<strong>in</strong>y fares, fly<strong>in</strong>g several times daily <strong>in</strong>to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong> Airport from dest<strong>in</strong>ations across the UK and Europe.<br />
Chiltern Railways 08456 005165 www.chilternrailways.co.uk<br />
Chiltern Railways London Clubman tra<strong>in</strong>s are designed with the bus<strong>in</strong>ess traveller <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d, tak<strong>in</strong>g you from London Marylebone to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Snow Hill <strong>in</strong> approximately two hours.<br />
Dest<strong>in</strong>ations Passenger Transport 01675 461800 www.dest<strong>in</strong>ationsptc.com<br />
Dest<strong>in</strong>ations Passenger Transport Consultants locate, book and furnish coaches, m<strong>in</strong>ibuses, chauffeur-driven cars and limous<strong>in</strong>es for events,<br />
conferences, product launches and exhibitions throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe. Specialised site and traffic management services are<br />
available. Every major agency uses us.<br />
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Redditch 01527 507400 www.enterprise.com<br />
Enterprise offers great car rentals at low rates, with a large range of vehicles available. With free pick-up from your home, office or repair shop,<br />
rent<strong>in</strong>g a car <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham has never been easier! Choose your Enterprise location, choose your times, then choose a car.<br />
Johnsons Coach Travel 01564 797000 www.johnsonscoaches.co.uk<br />
Conveniently situated near to the NEC and Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, our large fleet of modern coaches and professional, uniformed drivers enable us to<br />
handle anyth<strong>in</strong>g from hotel transfers to <strong>in</strong>tegrated bus<strong>in</strong>ess, sightsee<strong>in</strong>g and social programmes; from s<strong>in</strong>gle coaches to multiple vehicles<br />
requir<strong>in</strong>g on-site coach management.<br />
LF Bowen Ltd (Bowens Coaches) 01827 300 000 www.bowenscoaches.com<br />
Bowen Travel provide corporate and quality coach hire for every occasion. We specialise <strong>in</strong> airport/hotel transfers; events/conferences and<br />
meet-and-greet services. We have a large and varied fleet, rang<strong>in</strong>g from 7 to 49 seats and a door-to-door chauffeur service. We can provide<br />
tailor-made packages, day excursions and theatre trips for all types of groups, clubs and associations.<br />
Transport<br />
London Midland 0121 634 2040 www.londonmidland.com<br />
Welcome to London Midland, operat<strong>in</strong>g tra<strong>in</strong> services through the heart of England, connect<strong>in</strong>g London, the Midlands and the North West.<br />
National Express 08717 818181 www.nationalexpress.com<br />
Every year, the UK’s favourite coach network carries over 16 million passengers safely and comfortably across England, Scotland and Wales,<br />
and to the airport, 24 hours a day. National Express consistently provides comfortable and convenient coach travel at great value for money.<br />
2009 will see the open<strong>in</strong>g of the brand new Digbeth Coach station <strong>in</strong> central Birm<strong>in</strong>gham.<br />
Network West Midlands 08712 002233 www.networkwestmidlands.com<br />
Local bus, tra<strong>in</strong> and metro tickets and <strong>in</strong>formation, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g special deals, are available for conference and exhibition organisers. Fast,<br />
frequent services l<strong>in</strong>k the NEC with central Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, with connections throughout the region.<br />
Silverl<strong>in</strong>e LandFlight Limited 0121 705 5555 www.landflight.co.uk<br />
With over 30 years experience <strong>in</strong> event and conference transport, from <strong>in</strong>dividual airport and city transfers to <strong>in</strong>tegrated social programmes<br />
and tours for large groups, Silverl<strong>in</strong>e is ready to provide your travel solutions, whatever your needs. A large, modern fleet of air-conditioned,<br />
chauffeur-driven, executive cars, people-carriers and coaches is at your service 24 hours a day.<br />
TOA Taxis (Radio System) Ltd 0121 427 8888 www.toataxis.net<br />
We are the city’s oldest and largest black cab firm, supply<strong>in</strong>g a 24-hour radio service and comply<strong>in</strong>g with all the licens<strong>in</strong>g requirements of<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Council.<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151 59
Chiltern Railways<br />
Customer Services, Banbury ICC, Merton St, Banbury OX16 4RN Tel: 08456 005 165<br />
www.chilternrailways.co.uk<br />
A great route to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham and the West Midlands from London.<br />
Chiltern Railways runs regular, reliable tra<strong>in</strong> services along the M40 corridor from Marylebone<br />
Station – the civilised London term<strong>in</strong>us, with easy Underground <strong>in</strong>terchange on the Bakerloo L<strong>in</strong>e<br />
– to Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Moor Street, right by the new Bullr<strong>in</strong>g shopp<strong>in</strong>g centre, and Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Snow<br />
Hill <strong>in</strong> the heart of the bus<strong>in</strong>ess district.<br />
Our service is one of the most reliable – 95% of tra<strong>in</strong>s run to time – and one of the most highly<br />
regarded by passengers – 90% would recommend it.<br />
But, you won’t pay through the nose for good service – most prices are considerably cheaper<br />
than Virg<strong>in</strong> from Euston and, with two tra<strong>in</strong>s an hour, the service is frequent too.<br />
Our spacious, comfortable ‘Clubman’ tra<strong>in</strong>s have power po<strong>in</strong>ts and space for a laptop at every<br />
table seat. ‘Quiet zones’ make life even better if you want an extra snooze <strong>in</strong> the morn<strong>in</strong>g or some<br />
peace and quiet after a hard day’s work.<br />
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Ask<strong>in</strong>g for help<br />
The city is here to help at two Tourism<br />
Centres <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre.<br />
Both are open 7 days a week, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Bank Holidays, and offer level access and<br />
a loop system for visitors with<br />
hear<strong>in</strong>g problems.<br />
The Rotunda Tourism Centre has a wide<br />
selection of literature, and customer<br />
service staff to help you make the most<br />
of your visit. Buy tickets for theatres,<br />
concerts and attractions; use the free<br />
accommodation book<strong>in</strong>g service, often<br />
with special rates available, or browse for<br />
souvenirs of your visit.<br />
The Welcome Centre offers leaflets,<br />
advice and <strong>in</strong>formation, giv<strong>in</strong>g you the<br />
confidence to get around like a local<br />
and enjoy the city.<br />
Rotunda Tourism Centre and Ticketshop<br />
The Rotunda, 150 New Street, Birm<strong>in</strong>gham B2 4PA<br />
Monday, Wednesday-Saturday...................09.30 - 17.30<br />
Tuesday.......................................................10.00 - 17.30<br />
Sunday and Bank Holidays.........................10.30 - 16.30<br />
The Rotunda has level access and a loop system<br />
for visitors with hear<strong>in</strong>g difficulties.<br />
Welcome Centre<br />
Junction of New Street and Corporation Street<br />
Monday, Wednesday-Saturday...................09.00 - 17.00<br />
Tuesday.......................................................10.15 - 17.00<br />
Sunday and Bank Holidays.........................10.00 - 16.00<br />
Information & Accommodation Hotl<strong>in</strong>e<br />
Tel: 0844 888 3883<br />
Monday-Friday............................................09.00 - 21.00<br />
Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.........09.00 - 17.00<br />
Email: callcentre@market<strong>in</strong>gbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Website: www.visitbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Ask<strong>in</strong>g for help<br />
Ticketshop<br />
Tel: 0121 202 5000<br />
Fax: 0121 616 1038<br />
Textphone: 0121 333 7544<br />
Email: ticketshop@market<strong>in</strong>gbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
Website: www.visitbirm<strong>in</strong>gham.com<br />
www.birm<strong>in</strong>ghamconventionbureau.com 0121 202 5151<br />
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A – Z of list<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
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71 Rooms and Silk Suites 15<br />
Allesley Hotel 15<br />
Apollo Hotel 12<br />
Arden Hotel and Leisure<br />
Club 14<br />
Ardencote Manor Hotel 15<br />
Atherstone Red Lion<br />
Hotel, The 17<br />
Back to Backs Holiday<br />
Cottages (50 & 54) 12<br />
Belfry, The 17 29<br />
Best Western Westley Hotel 15<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
Backpackers 18<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Marriott 12 20<br />
Briar Rose 12<br />
Britannia Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 12 68<br />
Britannia Hotel Coventry 15 68<br />
Britannia Royal Court Hotel 15 68<br />
Brockencote Hall Country<br />
House Hotel 16<br />
Campanile Hotel 12<br />
City Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 12 30<br />
Coleshill Hotel 16<br />
Comfort Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 12<br />
Conference Aston 12 50<br />
Coombe Abbey Hotel 16<br />
Copperfield House Hotel 16<br />
Corus Hotel Solihull 14<br />
Coventry Hill Hotel 16<br />
Crowne Plaza Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 12 26<br />
Crowne Plaza NEC<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 14<br />
Days Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 16<br />
Days Inn Telford 16<br />
Days Inn Warwick 16<br />
Dayspr<strong>in</strong>g Hotel 16<br />
Elms Hotel & Spa, The 17<br />
Etap 12<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City 12<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham NEC 14<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Castle Bromwich 14<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Redditch 16<br />
Express by Holiday Inn<br />
Walsall, M6 J10 16<br />
Fillongley Manor 18 26<br />
Gables Hotel & Restaurant 14<br />
Glebe Hotel, The 18<br />
Grimstock Country House<br />
Hotel 16<br />
Hatters Hostel 18<br />
Hilton Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Metropole Hotel 14<br />
Hilton Coventry Hotel 16<br />
Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Airport 15<br />
Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City 13<br />
Holiday Inn<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Bromsgrove 16<br />
Holiday Inn Solihull 15<br />
Honiley Court Hotel &<br />
Conference Centre 16<br />
Hotel Du V<strong>in</strong> 13<br />
Hyatt Regency Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 13 22<br />
Ibis Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Bordesley Circus 13<br />
Ibis Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Holloway<br />
Circus 13<br />
Ibis Hotel<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Centre 13<br />
Jurys Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 13 26<br />
Ladybird Hotel 16<br />
Lodge at Hall Green, The 18<br />
MacDonald Burl<strong>in</strong>gton<br />
Hotel, The 14 23<br />
Malmaison Hotel 13<br />
Manor Hotel, The 15 25<br />
Marston Farm Hotel 17<br />
Menzies Strathallan Hotel 13<br />
Moor Hall Hotel 27<br />
Mount Hotel & Conference<br />
Centre, The 18<br />
Nailcote Hall 15 19<br />
New Hall Hotel & Spa 17 25<br />
Nitenite Cityhotels 13<br />
Novotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Centre 13<br />
Old Crown, The 18<br />
Paragon Hotel, The 13<br />
Park Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
West, M5 Jct 1 17<br />
Plough & Harrow Hotel 14<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Central East 13<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Central (Hagley Road) 13 32<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
North (Sutton Coldfield) 17<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
(Oldbury) 17<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
South (Hall Green) 17<br />
Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
South (Rubery) 17<br />
Premier Inn Broad Street<br />
(Canal Side) 13 32<br />
Premier Inn NEC/Airport 15 32<br />
Premier Inn West Bromwich<br />
Central 17 32<br />
Purple Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 14<br />
Quality Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 14<br />
Quality Hotel Coventry 17<br />
Radisson SAS Hotel<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 14<br />
Ramada Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Mailbox 14<br />
Ramada Birm<strong>in</strong>gham,<br />
Sutton Coldfield 17<br />
Ramada Encore<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham NEC 15<br />
Ramada Hotel & Suites<br />
Coventry 17<br />
Ramada Solihull<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 15<br />
Simpsons Restaurant 18<br />
St Johns Hotel 15 24<br />
Strawberry Bank Hotel<br />
& Restaurant 17<br />
Sutton Park Bed<br />
& Breakfast 18<br />
Thistle Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City 14 28<br />
Twelfth Night Guesthouse 18<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference 18<br />
Westmead Hotel 18<br />
W<strong>in</strong>dmill Village Hotel, Golf<br />
& Lesiure Club, The 15 27<br />
Woodbrooke Quaker<br />
Study Centre 18<br />
Woodlands Hotel<br />
& Restaurant 14<br />
Wroxall Abbey Estate 18<br />
Service Appartments Page Enhanced<br />
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BridgeStreet Worldwide 33<br />
Burne Jones House 33<br />
City Nites 33 21<br />
Comfort Zone Serviced<br />
Apartments 33<br />
HOME Serviced Apartments 33 35<br />
CityQuarters Serviced<br />
Apartments 34<br />
Premier Apartments<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 33<br />
SACO Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
– Edgbaston 33<br />
SACO Liv<strong>in</strong>gbase<br />
Apartments 33<br />
Shaftesbury House 33<br />
Spires, The 33 27<br />
Stay Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 33<br />
Stay<strong>in</strong>g Cool 33<br />
Conference & Exhibitions Page Enhanced<br />
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Adrian Boult Hall 36<br />
Alison Nicholas Golf<br />
Academy, The 38<br />
Aston Science Park 36<br />
Aston Villa Football Club 43<br />
Aust<strong>in</strong> Court 36 45<br />
Away2meet 52<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Suite, The 38<br />
Baraset Barn 40<br />
Barber Institute of F<strong>in</strong>e<br />
Arts, The 38 45<br />
Beeches, The 38<br />
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Berrow Court 36<br />
Bethel Convention Centre 40<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Botanical<br />
Gardens, The 45<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Chamber<br />
of Commerce 36<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Childrens<br />
Hospital Education Centre 36<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City<br />
Football Club 36<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City University<br />
– Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Services 36<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hippodrome 36 44<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hotel<br />
& Cater<strong>in</strong>g Academy 36<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Museum<br />
& Art Gallery 36<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Repertory<br />
Theatre 36<br />
Black Country Liv<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Museum 40<br />
Boot Inn, The 41<br />
Braodway Plaza 52<br />
British Jewellery Giftware<br />
& F<strong>in</strong>ish<strong>in</strong>g Federation 37<br />
Brockencote Hall Country<br />
House Hotel 40<br />
Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Villa 37<br />
CBSO Centre 37<br />
Centennial Centre, The 38 46<br />
Clarendon Suites 37<br />
Concept Conference Centre 47<br />
Conference Aston<br />
Lakeside Centre 37 50<br />
Conference Suite, The 41<br />
Coventry Transport Museum 40<br />
Cranmore Park 40<br />
Crescent Theatre 37<br />
Custard Factory, The 38<br />
Deaf Cultural Centre, The 48<br />
Drayton Manor Park 40 46<br />
Drum, The 38<br />
Edgbaston Cricket Ground 37<br />
eOffice Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 37<br />
etc Venues 37<br />
Family Conference Centre 37<br />
Hagley Hall 40<br />
Hall Green Conference<br />
& Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre 40<br />
Harvest Fields Centre 40<br />
Heritage Motor Centre 40<br />
Highbury Hall 37<br />
Hillscourt Conference<br />
Centre 40<br />
ICC, The 38<br />
IEC (<strong>International</strong><br />
Events Centre)<br />
at the Ricoh Arena 40<br />
Innovation Centre 41 49<br />
Ironbridge Gorge Museums 41<br />
Jam House, The 39<br />
Lake at Barston, The 40<br />
Library Theatre 37<br />
Lighthouse Media Centre 41<br />
Liv<strong>in</strong>g Room Bar &<br />
Restaurant, The 39<br />
Loft Lounge, The 39<br />
Mechu 37<br />
MWB Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Exchange 37<br />
National Metal Form<strong>in</strong>g<br />
(NMC) Centre 41<br />
NEC, The 40<br />
New B<strong>in</strong>gley Hall, The 39<br />
New Hall Hotel 41<br />
NIA, The 39<br />
NTI <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham 37<br />
Oceana 37<br />
Old Jo<strong>in</strong>t Stock Pub<br />
& Theatre Venue, The 39<br />
Oriental, The 53<br />
Pavilion, The 39<br />
Priory Rooms <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g and<br />
Conference Centre, The 39 52<br />
QED Studies 38<br />
Redpo<strong>in</strong>t Climb<strong>in</strong>g Centre 38<br />
Renewal Conference Centre 40<br />
REP Conference &<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre, The 39<br />
Royal Air Force Museum,<br />
Cosford 41<br />
Royal Shakespeare<br />
Company 47<br />
Sandwell Park Farm 41<br />
Second City Suites 38<br />
Shakespeare Memorial<br />
Room 41<br />
Smartspace 38<br />
Sutton Coldfield Town Hall 41<br />
Symphony Hall 38<br />
Tally Ho Conference @<br />
Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre 38<br />
Tartgetspace<br />
(Baskerville House) 38<br />
Teamworks Kart<strong>in</strong>g 38 58<br />
The Public 41<br />
The Studio 39<br />
Th<strong>in</strong>ktank 39 42<br />
Town Hall 39 51<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference Office 39 42<br />
University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham<br />
Conference Park 39 42<br />
Warwick Conferences @<br />
University of Warwick 41<br />
West Bromwich Albion<br />
Football Club 41<br />
West Bromwich Town Hall 41<br />
Woodbrooke Quaker<br />
Study Centre 39<br />
Woodside Conference<br />
Centre 41<br />
Wynner House Tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
& Conference Centre 39<br />
Conference Page Enhanced<br />
Support Services no list<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Alison Nicholas Golf<br />
Academy, The 54<br />
Audiences Central 54<br />
Aventeq 54 67<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Convention<br />
Bureau 54<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Focus on<br />
Bl<strong>in</strong>dness 54<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Picture Library 54<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Tours 54<br />
Bowlplex – Bowl<strong>in</strong>g<br />
Complex 54<br />
Br<strong>in</strong>dleyplace 7<br />
FCS Events 54<br />
GoApe 55<br />
K<strong>in</strong>naree Thai Restaurant 6<br />
Media Control (Europe) Ltd 55<br />
Open Doors & Venues 55<br />
Positive Pressure 55<br />
Redpo<strong>in</strong>t Climb<strong>in</strong>g Centre 55<br />
Rita Mansfield Associates 55<br />
San Carlo –<br />
Ristorante Italiano 6<br />
Saville Audio Visuals Ltd 55<br />
Seal 58<br />
Shimla P<strong>in</strong>ks 6<br />
Shows UK 55<br />
Signature 58<br />
Unitemps 55<br />
Transport Page Enhanced<br />
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Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong><br />
Airport 31<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham <strong>International</strong><br />
Coaches 59<br />
bmibaby 59<br />
Chiltern Railways 59 60<br />
Dest<strong>in</strong>ations Passengers<br />
Transport 59<br />
Enterprise Rent-A-Car<br />
Redditch 59<br />
Johnsons Coach Travel 59 58<br />
LF Bowen Ltd<br />
(Bowen Coaches) 59<br />
London Midland 59<br />
National Express 59<br />
Network West Midlands 59<br />
Silverl<strong>in</strong>e LandFlight Limited 59<br />
TOA Taxi 59<br />
A – Z of list<strong>in</strong>gs<br />
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Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Regional map<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Regional map<br />
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Map no.<br />
Map ref.<br />
1 71 Rooms and Silk Suites G5<br />
2 Allesley Hotel G5<br />
3 Arden Hotel and Leisure Club F5<br />
4 Ardencote Manor Hotel F7<br />
5 Baraset Barn F8<br />
6 Berrow Court D5<br />
7 Best Western Westley Hotel E5<br />
8 Bethel Convention Centre D5<br />
9 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City University – Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Services E4<br />
10 Black Country Liv<strong>in</strong>g Museum C4<br />
11 Boot Inn, The F6<br />
12 Britannia Hotel Coventry G6<br />
13 Britannia Royal Court Hotel G5<br />
14 Brockencote Hall Country House Hotel C6<br />
15 Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Villa E4<br />
16 Coleshill Hotel F4<br />
17 Conference Suite, The D4<br />
18 Coombe Abbey Hotel H5<br />
19 Copperfield House Hotel D5<br />
20 Corus Hotel Solihull F5<br />
21 Coventry Hill Hotel G5<br />
22 Coventry Transport Museum G6<br />
23 Cranmore Park E6<br />
24 Crowne Plaza NEC Birm<strong>in</strong>gham F5<br />
25 Days Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E5<br />
26 Days Inn Telford A3<br />
27 Days Inn Warwick G8<br />
28 Dayspr<strong>in</strong>g Hotel E4<br />
29 Drayton Manor Park F3<br />
30 Express by Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham NEC F5<br />
31 Express by Holiday Inn Castle Bromwich E4<br />
32 Express by Holiday Inn Redditch D7<br />
33 Express by Holiday Inn Walsall, M6 J10 D4<br />
34 Fillongley Manor G5<br />
35 Gables Hotel & Restaurant E5<br />
36 Glebe Hotel, The G7<br />
37 Grimstock Country House Hotel F4<br />
38 Hagley Hall C5<br />
39 Hall Green Conference & Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre E5<br />
40 Harvest Fields Centre E3<br />
41 Heritage Motor Centre G8<br />
42 Hillscourt Conference Centre D6<br />
43 Hilton Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Metropole Hotel F5<br />
44 Hilton Coventry Hotel H5<br />
45 Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Airport F5<br />
46 Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Bromsgrove C6<br />
47 Holiday Inn Solihull E6<br />
48 HOME Serviced Apartments G7<br />
49 Honiley Court Hotel & Conference Centre F6<br />
50 IEC (<strong>International</strong> Events Centre) at the Ricoh Arena G5<br />
51 Innovation Centre D6<br />
52 Ironbridge Gorge Museums A3<br />
53 Ladybird Hotel D7<br />
54 Lighthouse Media Centre C4<br />
55 Lodge at Hall Green, The E5<br />
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56 Marston Farm Hotel F4<br />
57 Mount Hotel & Conference Centre, The C4<br />
58 Nailcote Hall G6<br />
59 National Metal Form<strong>in</strong>g (NMC) Centre D4<br />
60 NEC, The F5<br />
61 New Hall Hotel E4<br />
62 Park Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham West, M5 Jct 1 D4<br />
63 Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham (Oldbury) D5<br />
64 Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham North (Sutton Coldfield) E4<br />
65 Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham South (Hall Green) E5<br />
66 Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham South (Rubery) D6<br />
67 Premier Inn Hotel West Bromwich D4<br />
68 Premier Inn NEC/Airport F5<br />
69 Premier Inn West Bromwich Central D4<br />
70 Purple Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E4<br />
71 QED Studies D5<br />
72 Quality Hotel Coventry G5<br />
73 Ramada Birm<strong>in</strong>gham, Sutton Coldfield E4<br />
74 Ramada Hotel & Suites Coventry G6<br />
75 Ramada Solihull Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E6<br />
76 Renewal Conference Centre E5<br />
77 Royal Air Force Museum, Cosford B3<br />
78 Sandwell Park Farm D4<br />
79 Shakespeare Memorial Room E5<br />
80 Smartspace E5<br />
81 St. Johns Hotel E5<br />
82 Strawberry Bank Hotel & Restaurant F5<br />
83 Sutton Coldfield Town Hall E4<br />
84 Sutton Park Bed & Breakfast E4<br />
85 Tally Ho Conference @ Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Centre D5<br />
86 The Alison Nicholas Golf Academy E4<br />
87 The Atherstone Red Lion G4<br />
88 The Barber Institute of F<strong>in</strong>e Arts D5<br />
89 The Beeches D5<br />
90 The Belfry F4<br />
91 The Centennial Centre D5<br />
92 The Drum E4<br />
93 The Elms Hotel & Spa A7<br />
94 The Lake at Barston F6<br />
95 The Manor Hotel F5<br />
96 The New B<strong>in</strong>gley Hall E4<br />
97 The Public D4<br />
98 Westmead Hotel D6<br />
99 Twelfth Night Guesthouse F8<br />
100 University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Conference Office D5<br />
101 University of Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Conference Park D5<br />
102 Warwick Conferences @ University of Warwick G6<br />
103 West Bromwich Albion Football Club D4<br />
104 West Bromwich Town Hall D4<br />
105 W<strong>in</strong>dmill Village Hotel, Golf & Lesiure Club, The G5<br />
106 Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre D5<br />
107 Woodlands Hotel & Restaurant D5<br />
108 Woodside Conference Centre G6<br />
109 Wroxall Abbey Estate F6
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City Centre map<br />
1 Apollo Hotel A2<br />
2 Adrian Boult Hall E3<br />
3 Aston Science Park F4<br />
4 Aust<strong>in</strong> Court D3<br />
5 Back to Backs Holiday Cottages (50 & 54) E2<br />
6 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central Backpackers F2<br />
7 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Chamber Of Commerce C1<br />
8 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Childrens Hospital<br />
Education Centre F3<br />
9 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Football Club G2<br />
10 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hippodrome E2<br />
11 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Hotel & Cater<strong>in</strong>g Academy C2<br />
12 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Marriott C2<br />
13 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Museum & Art Gallery E3<br />
14 Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Repertory Theatre D3<br />
15 Briar Rose E3<br />
16 BridgeStreet Worldwide E2<br />
17 Britannia Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E3<br />
18 British Jewellery Giftware &<br />
F<strong>in</strong>ish<strong>in</strong>g Federation D4<br />
19 Burne Jones House E3<br />
20 Campanile Hotel F4<br />
21 CBSO Centre D2<br />
22 City Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham D2<br />
23 City Nites D3<br />
24 Clarendon Suites B2<br />
25 Comfort Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E2<br />
26 Comfort Zone Serviced Apartments D2<br />
27 Conference Aston Aston<br />
Conference Centre F4<br />
28 Conference Aston Lakeside Centre F4<br />
29 Crescent Theatre D2<br />
30 Crowne Plaza Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E3<br />
31 Edgbaston Cricket Ground E1<br />
32 eOffice Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E2<br />
33 Etap E1<br />
34 etc Venues F3<br />
35 Express by Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City E3<br />
36 Family Conference Centre G2<br />
37 Hatters Hostel E4<br />
38 Highbury Hall E1<br />
39 Holiday Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City E2<br />
40 Hotel Du V<strong>in</strong> E3<br />
41 Hyatt Regency Birm<strong>in</strong>gham D3<br />
42 Ibis Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Bordesley Circus G2<br />
43 Ibis Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Holloway Circus E2<br />
44 Ibis Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Centre E2<br />
45 Jurys Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham D2<br />
46 Library Theatre E3<br />
47 MacDonald Burl<strong>in</strong>gton Hotel, The E3<br />
48 Malmaison Hotel E2<br />
49 Mechu D3<br />
50 Menzies Strathallan Hotel B2<br />
51 MWB Bus<strong>in</strong>ess Exchange E3<br />
52 NIA, The D3<br />
53 Nitenite Cityhotels D2<br />
54 Novotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Centre D2<br />
55 NTI <strong>in</strong> Birm<strong>in</strong>gham F3<br />
56 Oceana E2<br />
57 Old Crown, The G2<br />
58 Plough & Harrow Hotel C2<br />
59 Premier Apartments Birm<strong>in</strong>gham F2<br />
60 Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central East F4<br />
61 Premier Inn Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Central<br />
(Hagley Road) A2<br />
62 Premier Inn Broad Street (Canal Side) D2<br />
63 Quality Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham A2<br />
64 Radisson SAS Hotel Birm<strong>in</strong>gham E2<br />
65 Ramada Birm<strong>in</strong>gham Mailbox E2<br />
66 Redpo<strong>in</strong>t Climb<strong>in</strong>g Centre F4<br />
67 SACO Birm<strong>in</strong>gham – Edgbaston C2<br />
68 SACO Liv<strong>in</strong>gbase Apartments D2<br />
69 Second City Suites F1<br />
70 Shaftesbury House E2<br />
71 Simpsons Restaurant C1<br />
72 Stay Birm<strong>in</strong>gham F2<br />
73 Stay<strong>in</strong>g Cool F3<br />
74 Symphony Hall D3<br />
75 Tartgetspace (Baskerville House) D3<br />
76 Teamworks Kart<strong>in</strong>g G3<br />
77 The Banquet<strong>in</strong>g Suite E3<br />
78 The Custard Factory G2<br />
79 The ICC D3<br />
80 The Jam House E3<br />
81 The Liv<strong>in</strong>g Room Bar & Restaurant D2<br />
82 The Loft Lounge E2<br />
83 The Old Jo<strong>in</strong>t Stock Pub & Theatre Venue E3<br />
84 The Paragon Hotel F1<br />
85 The Pavilion F3<br />
86 The Priory Rooms <strong>Meet</strong><strong>in</strong>g and<br />
Conference Centre F3<br />
87 The Spires E2<br />
88 The Studio E3<br />
89 Th<strong>in</strong>ktank G3<br />
90 Thistle Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City E3<br />
91 Town Hall E3<br />
92 Wynner House Tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />
& Conference Centre E2<br />
Birm<strong>in</strong>gham City Centre map<br />
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