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2223info@derryvisitor.com arts & entertainment including craftsTheatresMillennium ForumNewmarket Street, BT48 6EBT: (028) 7126 4455 (Box Office)T: (028) 7126 4426 (Admin)F: (028) 7127 2799E: info@millenniumforum.co.ukwww.millenniumforum.co.ukThe Millennium Forum offers a challenging and vibrantprogramme of events, from drama to dance, comedy tomusicals and light entertainment tochildrens shows. It alsooffers the largestconference andexhibition facility inthe North Westwhich operatesto the highestnational andinternationalstandards. Itoffersconferenceaccommodationfor up to 1020delegates as well as upto 15 ‘breakout rooms’which can hold from 12 to 100people.The PlayhouseOrchard Street, BT48 6EGT: (028) 7126 8027 (Box Office)F: (028) 7126 1884E: info@derryplayhouse.co.ukwww.derryplayhouse.co.uk orwww.the-source.org.ukAward winning Arts Centre featuring year roundprogramme of local, national and international Theatre,Dance,Visual Arts, Education & Outreach, and ArtResources. Also houses the Context Gallery, Sole PurposeProductions, Lilliput Theatre Company, The Walled CityIrish Dance Company, CarmelMcCafferty School ofDrama, Ms Mary HillSchool of Balletand the DerryPlayhouseWriters. ThePlayhousealso hostsNorthernIreland’sbiggestannual ComedyFestival, “TheBig Tickle” (5-14September 2008).Tickets can be purchasedat the box office or on-line.The Waterside TheatreThe Ebrington Centre, Glendermott Road, BT47 6BGT: (028) 7131 4000F: (028) 7131 1637E: info@watersidetheatre.comF: www.watersidetheatre.comHoused within a beautifully converted old factory, thetheatre programmes a range of quality arts andentertainment throughout the year such as drama,dance, comedy, live music andchildren’s theatre. It alsoproduces anextensiveEducationProgrammewhichcomplimentsthat of thetheatre andcaters for allages frompre-schoolchildren tosenior citizens.With a capacity of372, free on-site carparking, a full screen cinema and a fully licensedrestaurant and lounge bar, this is the perfect venue forevening entertainment or hosting a conference.Breakout rooms are also available.Other Arts/Performance VenuesGasyard Centre - A Space For All128 Lecky Road, Brandywell, BT48 6NPT/F: (028) 7126 2812E: martyjoe@hotmail.comwww.freederry.orgA community-led regeneration project in the heart ofthe Bogside & Brandywell neighbourhoods, The GasyardCentre nestles in a large landscaped greenspace close tothe City centre. It hosts a large multi-use auditoriumwith state of the art sound system, non-residentialconference facilities, ahealthy lifestyleeatery and anarts space, allatcompetitiverates withplentifulfree carparking.The centrehas beenhosts tointernationalartists such asSharon Shannon,Damien Dempsey,The Undertones and worldrenowned theatre companies.The Nerve Centre7-8 Magazine Street, BT48 6HJT: (028) 7126 0562F: (028) 7137 1738E: info@nerve-centre.org.ukwww.nerve-centre.org.ukThe Nerve Centre has beendescribed as ‘One of themost dynamic andinnovative multi mediacentres in the British Isles’.The Oscar nominatedcentre is housed in a newstate of the art buildingcontaining a multitude offacilities. These include edit suites,rehearsal and recording studios, in-house animation andfilm production companies. The building also includes abar, coffee house, in-house cinema and two venues(capacity 600 & 100) which regularly host internationalacts such as Ash, Sinead O’Connor, Sepultura, The Thrillsand Idlewild. The Nerve Centre also runs the annualFoyle Film Festival every November.The Verbal Arts CentreStable Lane and Mall Wall,Bishop St. Within, BT48 6PUT: (028) 7126 6946F: (028) 7126 3368E: info@verbalartscentre.co.ukwww.verbalartscentre.co.ukIreland’s only centre devoted toliterature in all its formsproviding a vibrant scheduleof events which encouragesvisitors to read or to write,to tell their stories, to learnfrom others, to talk, listen,communicate or create.Integrated within thebuilding are a number of artsand crafts pieces includingworks by Louis Le Brocquy and JohnBehan. The Centre has a number of accessible andflexible spaces for hire and is suitable for a varietyof events.CraftsCity of Derry Crystal22 The Craft Village,Shipquay Street,BT48 6ART/F: (028) 7137 0042E: derrycrystal@ireland.comwww.derry-crystal.comProducers of the finestquality, traditional hand cutglass crystal – see our cuttersat work – personalise yourgift with names – your family,coat of arms or have it printedin full colour with your familyhistory while you wait.GalleryE: INFO@DERRYVISITOR.COMGordon Gallery13a Pump Street, BT48 6JGT: (028) 7137 4044E: info@gordon-gallery.comwww.gordon-gallery.comThe Gordon family has been associated with visual art inDerry since c1860 and exhibits the work ofcontemporary, mostly Irish, artists with national andinternational reputations.OPENING HOURS:Tuesday – Saturday: 10.00am-5.00pmADMISSION: FreeThe McGilloway Gallery6 Shipquay Street, BT48 6DNT: (028) 7136 6011E: ken@themcgillowaygallery.comwww.themcgillowaygallery.comThe McGilloway Gallery isdedicated to showing the verybest in contemporary Irish art,both traditional and modern andhas over 150 paintings on displayat all times.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Sat: 10.00am–5.00pmADMISSION: FreeVoidOld City Factory, Patrick Street,BT48 7ELT: (028) 7130 8080F: (028) 7136 4055E: karenhagan@derryvoid.comwww.derryvoid.comOpened in 2005, Void is an artist-led spacewhich has quickly established an internationalreputation. With a remit to exhibit the work ofestablished, contemporary international and Irish artists,Void has a varied programme which has included The2005 Turner Prize recipient Simon Starling and Beck'sFutures 2006 winner Matt Stokes. Void has two largegalleries, a community gallery, six studios, a conferenceroom and an education space.OPENING HOURS:Tuesday–Saturday 11am–5pmADMISSION: FreeIrish Dancing SchoolMcKinney Academy of Irish DanceContact: Louise/Giovanna McKinneyT: 077 3495 4210Why not entertain your visitors/guests toan informal ceili evening of music, song ordance? The Academy takes bookings forperformances at weddings, parties, groupfunctions, etc. Also Irish dancing classesfor competition or pleasure.www.derryvisitor.com arts & entertainment including crafts
25www.derryvisitor.com24info@derryvisitor.com where to stayWhere to stayKey to accommodationHotel, Guesthouse, B&B 2008 symbols} Off-street parkingO Building of historical interest* Gardenm Rural settingf Air conditioningb Central heatingF Ground floor room availableG Family room available on request; Reduced rates for older persons (over 55)) Price reduction for childrenf Cots/highchairs availablew Baby listening/sitting serviceC Dogs/pets accepted by arrangementk Guide dogs accepted( TV in bedrooms) Satellite TV% Tea/coffee making facilitiesS Evening meal on request; Hairdryer available^ Telephone for guest useG Lift/elevatorz Laundry serviceA Left luggage facilities[ No smoking area/bedrooms] Totally non smokingC SaunaY Solariumw Jacuzzi! Indoor swimming pool} Gymnasium/ health clubO Entertainment- Tennis courts on site2 Fishing arranged on request Golf arranged on requestn Pony trekking/riding arrangedK Boat hire/cruising arrangedL Watersports/ sailing arranged} Conference facilitiesr Audio visual facilitiesμ Internet access availableWiFi Wireless Internet access availablek Credit cards acceptedv Restaurant on premisesC Licensed premisesx Special dietary needs catered for on requestVA Vouchers accepted5 Euro acceptedOn-line information & reservations orbookable via local TICsThe selection of accommodation available in the NorthWest offers an excellent choice of quality hotels, cosybed & breakfasts, stylish self-catering and comfortablehostels to suit each and every visitor.Don’t resist the warmth of the welcome!Please note: all prices in sterling and euro are correct at time of going to print, but pleaseconfirm when booking accommodation. €- EURO. Note pps - per person sharing.www.discovernorthernireland.comSelf-Catering 2008 symbols} Dedicated parkingO Building of historical interest* Gardenm Rural settingf Air conditioningb Central heating; Reduced rates for older persons (over 55)) Children welcomef Cots/highchairs availableC Dogs/pets accepted by arrangementk Guide dogs accepted( Television) Satellite television^ DVD Playeru Video Recorderz Hi-Fi/CD playerμ Internet access availableWiFi WiFi available^ Telephone for guest use] Totally non smokingP Gas/electricity/oil charged by metery Washing machineb Tumble Dryerg DishwasherO Microwavev Ironing facilitiess RefrigeratorI Electric shaver pointI Linen providedJ Linen for hire9 Food shop/mobile shop on site! Indoor swimming pool on site- Tennis courts on site% Games room on site2 Fishing arranged on request Golf arranged on requestn Pony trekking/riding arrangedK Boat hire/cruising arrangedL Watersports/sailing arrangedk Credit cards acceptedv Restaurant/eating place on siteC Bar nearbyN Welcome Pack providedd Barbecue facilities for guest useF Garden/Patio Furniture5 Euro acceptedOn-line information and reservations orbookable via local TICsHOTELSBeech Hill Country House HotelDERRY-LONDONDERRY★★★★ Hotel32 Ardmore Rd, BT47 3QPT: (028) 7134 9279 F: (028) 7134 5366E: info@beech-hill.comwww.beech-hill.comRooms 27 Ensuite 27B&B single £90.00/€129B&B double £55.00-£100.00/€79-€143ppsMidweek Break from £99.00/€142ppsWeekend Break from £110.00/€158ppsBeech Hill is a privately owned country house hotel, 2 miles fromLondonderry. It retains the elegance of country living and has beenrestored to create a hotel of charm, character and style. Its ambienceis complemented by the surrounding grounds, planted with a myriadof trees, including beech. Superb cuisine using local produce andhomemade specialties. NITB Highly Commended MarketingExcellence Award 2004 and Flavour of Northern Ireland 2005.} O * mfb G ; ) fC(%^GzA[Cw }2 n KL}rk v C x VA 5Best Western White Horse HotelLeisure and Conference Centre68 Clooney Rd, BT47 3PAT: (028) 7186 0606 F: (028) 7186 1438E: info@whitehorsehotel.bizwww.whitehorsehotel.bizRooms 57 Ensuite 57B&B single £60.00-£65.00/€85-€92B&B double £35.00-£45.00/€50-€64ppsMidweek/Weekend Breaks from £75.00/€107ppsA luxury family-run hotel with 57 bedrooms including 16executive rooms and leisure complex. The hotel is ideal forpleasure and business with 4 conference suites. Only 10minutes from the historic city of Londonderry and on the mainroute to the Giant’s Causeway. Award-winning restaurant andbar. AA selected.} * m b G ; ) f w (%^zA[CYw !}2 n K}rk v C x VA 5City HotelQueen’s Quay, BT48 7AST: (028) 7136 5800 F: (028) 7136 5801E: reservations@cityhotelderry.comwww.cityhotelderry.comRooms 145 Ensuite 145B&B single from: £80.00/€116B&B double from: £49.50/€74.25ppsWeekend break from: £99.00/€144pps★★★ Hotel★★★★ HotelThe City Hotel is a stylish modern 4 star hotel in the heart ofthe city centre, it has magnificent views of the River Foyleand the Guildhall. Amenities include full leisure facilities andThompson’s on the River Restaurant, one of Derry’s finest.The hotel has conference facilities for up to 450 delegates.} f b G ; ) f ()%^GzA[Y w ! } }rk v C x VA 5City of Derry Travelodge22-24 Strand Rd, BT48 7ABT: (028) 7127 1271/08701 911733F: (028) 7127 1277E: derry@travelodge.iewww.travelodge.co.ukRooms 39 Ensuite 39Room rate: £35.00-£55.00/€50-€78Thirty nine ensuite bedrooms, located in the heart of thecity within walking distance to the city walls and localattractions. All rooms are based on room only withbreakfast served daily.} O CGb(^%[ 2 n L}k 5Hastings Everglades Hotel41-53 Prehen Rd, BT47 2NHT: (028) 7132 1066 F: (028) 7134 9200E: res@egh.hastingshotels.comwww.hastingshotels.comRooms 64 Ensuite 64B&B single £70.00-£100.00/€100-€145B&B double £50.00-£65.00/€70-€93ppsSituated on the banks of the River Foyle and within easyaccess to the City of Derry lies the magnificent 4-starEverglades Hotel. This contemporary hotel offers excellentcuisine and professional service combined with outstandingconference and banqueting facilities.Ramada Da Vinci’s Hotel★★ Hotel★★★★ Hotel} * C ) Gbf ( ; ^%[ 2 n L}rμWiFi k v C x 5★★★ Hotel15 Culmore Rd, BT48 8JBT: (028) 7127 9111 F: (028) 7127 9222E: info@davincishotel.comwww.ramadahotelderry.comRooms 65 Ensuite 65Room rate: £65.00/€100.00Midweek/Weekend Breaks from £85.00-£99.00/€130-€155 ppsStylish sophistication comes as standard in this uniquelydesigned and impeccably managed hotel. With highstandards, fine facilities and an array of bedroom types to suitall, Ramada is the number one choice. With 3 different bars,award winning Grillroom Restaurant and private car parking,there is no need to leave this superior haven.} ) f k G z A b FG() ; ^%[ 2 n } O r μ WiFi k v x C 5where to stayE: INFO@DERRYVISITOR.COM
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