Corporate Magazine April 2017

April 2017 

The Tee 

Time Interview 

with PGA Pro Mark Lloyd 

Cancer Research UK 

Boat Race 

Oxford or Cambridge? 

The Lakes Distillery 

Add a bespoke spirit tasting to your next event! 

Art Deco reigns in the 

Earl of Doncaster

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Contents 

Contents 

Front Cover: Macdonald Hill 

Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa 

This month's 

top picks: 4 >> 

Earl of Doncaster: 

5 >> 

Coventry Transport 

Museum: 6 >> 

The Lakes Distillery: 

7 >> 

Sharing our Showcase News: 8 - 14 >> 

The Herbert Art 

Gallery: 15 >> 

Pinewood Hotel: 

16 >> 

The Old Grammar 

School: 17 >> 

The Tee Time 

Interview: 18 -21 >> 

Macdonald Hotels 

Group: 22 - 23 >> 

Cancer Research UK 

Boat Race: 24 - 25 >> 

Latest Offers: 

26 - 27 >> 

Industry Interview: 

28 - 29 >> 

Using our service 

& Meet the Team: 

30 - 31 >> 

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This month's top picks 

A selection of top meeting & conference venues 

Venue 360 

Shendish Manor Hotel & Golf Course 

Regency Park Hotel 

Totally Wicked 

Stadium 

Holiday Inn Birmingham 

North Cannock 

Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Country Club 

Hilton Cobham 

Slaley Hall Northumberland 

Bunk Inn 

View more >> 


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Featured Venue 

Earl of Doncaster Hotel 

Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN2 6AD 

Day Rates from 

£29 

24hr Rates from 

£130 

The Earl of Doncaster and Café Bar Concerto 

have undergone a dramatic change over recent 

years and now welcome guests and delegates 

to an elegant, imaginatively designed hotel and 

restaurant, complementing its 1920s Art Deco 

roots. 

With an established reputation as one of 

Doncaster's leading conference venues, The Earl 

offers superb facilities for up to 350 delegates. 

The impressive Ballroom is full of character, has 

its own sprung dance floor and private bar, and 

can be easily transformed from a banqueting 

venue to a formal conference setting. Located on 

the ground floor and with its own separate entrance, 

the Concorde has a crisp, modern look with marble 

effect floors while the Ripon and Wetherby Room, 

also on the first floor, provides excellent 

syndicate areas. 

A full range of business services are available, 

including facsimile, photocopying and secretarial 

support, together with a wide range of conference 

aids and equipment. 

60 Spaces 

On-site FREE 

FREE 

WiFi 

Restaurant/ 

Catering 

Bar 

Weddings 

& Parties 

Fitness 

Centre 

Ballroom 

Live 

Music 

300 Max 

Delegates 

3 Function 

Rooms 

Read more on the Earl of 

Doncaster in our interview 

with Jonathan Bradwell >> 


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Coventry Transport Museum 

Coventry, Warwickshire CV1 1JD 


£31 

With excellent modern facilities and 

an attentive personal service, guests 

and delegates can enjoy privileged 

access to a world-class attraction 

perfect for daytime or evening events. 

The museum's prestigious collection 

creates a dramatic backdrop for 

meetings, conferences, exhibitions, 

receptions and special occasions, 

and with everything from boneshakers 

to high speed simulators available, 

Coventry Transport Museum is 

certain to impress and inspire. 

Corporate hospitality and themed 

events are a speciality, with the 

venue working with a select preferred 

group of caterers who can create 

menus from simple buffets to 

gourmet dishes. A dedicated event 

organiser is available to assist from 

initial enquiry through to the 

successful completion of events. 

Located in the heart of Coventry and 

within ten minutes from the M6, M69 

and approximately 15 minutes from 

the M1, M40 and M42. 

FREE 

WiFi 

Catering 

Coffee 

Shop 

Private 

Parties 

Museum 

500 Max 

Delegates 

4 Function 

Rooms 


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The Lakes Distillery 

Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 9SJ 


£40 


£150 

Housed in a beautifully renovated 1850s Victorian 

model farm, The Lakes Distillery provides a unique 

setting for private events. The Boardroom offers a 

luxurious environment for meetings, Christmas 

parties and special occasions. 

The Boardroom can be complemented with special 

spirit tastings, evening distillery tours and dedicated 

staff for private dining. Bespoke menus from Head 

Chef Andrew Beaton and his team guarantee a 

memorable experience. 

Every detail has been considered with the quality 

of the leather seating to the Murano glass lighting 

fixtures. A unique viewing window provides views of 

the beautifully lit oak casks maturing in the distillery 

warehouse. 

FREE 

Parking 

FREE 

WiFi 

Restaurant/ 

Catering 

Bar/Coffee 

shop 

Audio & 

Visual 

300 Max 

Delegates 

12 Function 

Rooms 


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Sharing our Showcase News 

Every month, the teams at Findmeaconference 

and Findmeahotelroom get to increase their 

knowledge on specific venues through 

our showcase events. 

These informative opportunities let the teams ask questions, 

build relationships and hear all the latest news from the visiting 

venue representatives. 

A round-up from some of the venues 

we've welcomed to the office over the 

last month can be found on the next 

six pages... 

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The Elvetham Hotel & Business 

Hook, Hampshire RG27 8AS 

This 19th Century mansion is situated in beautiful Hampshire and offers 

20 dedicated meeting and syndicate rooms, accommodating up to 110 

delegates. With 35 acres of immaculate gardens, this venue also provides 

an ideal location for team-building, such as motorised sport, clay shooting 

and raft building. 


£50 


£170 

Our Pro Tip: fabulous for impressing delegates, guests and clients with 

real wow factor from the impressive exterior to the stately interior. 



Allianz Park 

Hendon, London NW4 1RL 

Home to the Saracens Rugby Club, Allianz Park lets organisers take a blank 

canvas to create the perfect event for up to 600 delegates. For large events, 

The Tulip Club provides flexible space at the centre of the stadium, with a 

private balcony overlooking the pitch. 


£45 

There are more than 800 free on-site car parking spaces and the venue has 

easy connections to overland rail at Mill Hill Broadway, and underground 

stations at Mill Hill East, Finchley Central and Hendon. 

Our Pro Tip: For smaller meetings with inspiring views of the pitch, pick 

one of the executive boxes. They're furnished to a high standard and include 

state-of-the-art AV equipment. 



Moorhill House Hotel 

Burley, Hampshire BH24 4AH 

Ideally placed just five minutes from The New Forest village of Burley, and in easy reach of 

Southampton, Salisbury and Bournemouth, the Moorhill House Hotel offers an idyllic setting and 

a choice of three stylish, well equipped rooms, catering for up to 90 delegates. 

A dedicated on-site events team will ensure organisers make the most of all the facilities available, 

including country pursuits designed to test a team's abilities or take to the water for canoeing, 

kayaking and sailing. 

Our Pro Tip: For overnight stays delegates can enjoy the heated indoor swimming 

pool and Nordic sauna before dining in the warm hospitality of the Burley Restaurant. 


£30 

24hr 

Rates from 

£110 



Heythrop Park Resort 

Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7 5UF 

Dating back to 1710, this English country estate boasts an 18 hole championship golf course 

and state-of-the-art conference facilities in 20 flexible rooms, including the unique and purpose 

built, 400 seated, tiered Auditorium. On-site audio visual assistance and technical support, along 

with translation booths and a production room put this venue in a special league of its own. 

Our Pro Tip: The largest meeting room is The Ballroom which accommodates up 

to 450 delegates and has its own private entrance, planner's desk and foyer, or the 

space can be broken down into three individual rooms. Either way, it's an impressive 

area for meetings and special occasions. 


£50 

24hr 

Rates from 

£150 



Sixways Stadium 

Worcester, Worcestershire WR3 8ZE 

Home to Sixways Events and the Premiership rugby team 

Worcester Warriors, Sixways Stadium provides versatile space 

in a 65 acre complex. Fabulous and flexible, it offers suites and 

rooms for up to 1000 delegates, and free parking to match. 

Tackle a board meeting in one of the executive boxes with views 

of the pitch or entertain families with a corporate fun day taking 

centre stage on the artificial pitch. 

Our Pro Tip: From Breakfast to bespoke buffet via sandwich 

platters, the experienced team of chefs provide great tasting 

seasonal menus using the freshest and finest ingredients. 


£30 



We also welcomed representatives from Hilton Hotel 

& Resorts for a fun and informative quiz about Hilton 

Manchester Deansgate, Hilton Brighton Metropole 

and Hilton London Kensington. 

It was a case of 'we do like to be beside the 

seaside' when we were introduced to Hilton 

Brighton Metropole! 

With Brighton's mix of history and heritage, arts and 

culture, beachfront buzz and sensational shopping, 

it’s own Regency royal palace and being situated 

only 30 minutes from London Gatwick, this venue 

really does have bucket loads to offer organisers 

and delegates. 

Fabulous exhibition space, a maximum banquet 

style capacity of 1300 guests, and spectacular 

panoramic city and sea views from the Chartwell 

Suite. What's not to love? 

Our Pro Tip: The Salt Rooms restaurant serves 

fresh British fish and crustaceans cooked over a 

real charcoal oven. Enjoy! 

Hilton London Kensington has recently refurbished 

their 11 meeting rooms, taking inspiration from its 

location in the leafy district of Holland Park. 'A walk in 

the park' theme flows through the new design, with 

attractive shades and layered patterns to create a 

rural-meets-urban, eclectic city feel. 

A particular highlight is the venue's atrium, which 

offers a fabulous break out area, full of natural light. 

Our Pro Tip: To be in London and to not shop, 

dine or be entertained would be a crime! The West 

End, shops and restaurants are all within walking 

distance so pack some flats! 

Hilton Manchester Deansgate really wowed us! 

Forming part of the Beetham Tower, there's an 

impressive 47 stories, making it the tallest UK 

building outside of London. Cloud 23, the 

sophisticated sky bar, looks amazing with its 

panoramic views of Manchester, and makes a 

perfect backdrop for popping open a bottle of 

champagne, or enjoying cocktails and afternoon 

tea while the Podium Restaurant offers deliciously 

innovative cuisine. 

Our Pro Tip: Not just for entertaining guests in 

Cloud 23! The hotel has 11 meeting rooms and 

suites, with the Deansgate Suite providing the 

largest capacity (600 delegates). Located minutes 

from Piccadilly and Victoria Railway Stations, with 

Manchester International Airport only 25 minutes 

away. Organisers looking for a Manchester 

meeting or event space will find this venue 

ticks all the boxes. 



The Herbert Art Gallery 

Coventry, Warwickshire CV1 5QP 


£31 

The Herbert Art Gallery and 

Museum situated in the cultural heart 

of Coventry, offers flexible spaces, 

including the spectacular Covered 

Court; a large lofty atrium space 

with striking, contemporary roof 

architecture suitable for theatre style 

events for up to 200 delegates or 

600 guests attending receptions. 

Two light and airy training rooms 

offer inspiring views of the Cathedral 

ruins and provide organisers with AV 

equipment, flip charts, PC and pens, 

or pick The Studio for black box 

space equipped with projection, 

a PA system, theatre lighting and 

a sprung dance floor. 

A team of professional catering 

partners and in-house media experts 

will ensure events are truly memorable, 

and with the addition of guided tours 

to bring museum objects to life, 

delegates and guests will be truly 

enthralled. 

FREE 

Parking 

FREE 

WiFi 

Catering 

& Cafe 

Bar 

Arts Centre 

& Gallery 

600 Max 

Delegates 

5 Function 

Rooms 


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Pinewood Hotel 

Slough, Berkshire SL3 6AP 


£40 


£170 

The Pinewood Hotel is a fantastic 

new conference venue with three 

purpose built rooms, stylish and 

contemporary, all with natural 

daylight, and located less than 

ten miles from Heathrow Airport, 

with good access to the M4, 

M40 and M25. 

Situated on the ground floor, The 

Symak Room accommodates up 

to 120 delegates theatre style and 

provides access to the terrace and 

views of the landscaped gardens. 

The Maple Room provides a 

breakout space from the main 

meeting room and is also perfect for 

board meetings, while The Acacia 

Room, on the first floor, is superb 

for training events and private dining 

with a maximum capacity of 60 

guests for a reception. 

100 Spaces 

On-site FREE 

FREE 

WiFi 

Restaurant/ 

Catering 

Bar Park & Fly Golf Fitness Indoor 

Centre & Spa Pool 

250 Max 

Delegates 

3 Function 

Rooms 



The Old Grammar School 

Coventry, West Midlands CV1 1JD 


£35 

This newly renovated 12th Century 

listed building is situated next to 

Coventry Transport Museum and 

provides stunning surroundings for 

conferences, dinners, networking 

events and weddings. 

The Great Hall, sitting at the heart 

of the building, has impressive 14th 

and 15th Century windows, carved 

oak stools and a rich historical 

atmosphere creating an inspiring 

backdrop for events accommodating 

up to 80 guests or delegates. 

Equally impressive and suitable for 

more intimate meetings and as a 

syndicate room for up to 12 delegates. 

The Chapel and the Private Courtyard 

is perfect for summer drinks receptions, 

al fresco dining or special occasion 

photography. 

The highly experienced staff and 

exquisite bespoke catering add the 

finishing touches to a memorable and 

magnificent venue. 

FREE 

Parking 

80 Max 

Delegates 

3 Function 

Rooms 


The Tee Time Interview 

PGA Professional Mark Lloyd joined 

Macdonald Hotels & Resorts in June 2016 

before being appointed Director of Golf at 

Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa in 

October. The Shropshire based resort offers 

two challenging golf courses, both designed 

by distinguished TV commentator Peter Aliss 

and former Ryder Cup player Dave Thomas 

in 1975, making it one of the UK’s leading 

golf venues. 

What makes Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, 

Golf & Spa so special for visiting golfers 

and corporate golf events? 

The Par-73 Emerald Championship Course is 

6,714 yards in length and features undulating 

fairways, natural water hazards and strategically 

placed bunkers. At 4,801 yards, the shorter, 

Par-66 Sapphire course is slightly more forgiving 

than the Emerald course, but its tight greens 

ensure the course is an enjoyable experience 

for visiting golfers. 

Away from the golf course, visiting golfers are 

also able to experience the resort, which is 

located amid acres of peaceful gardens, yet 

conveniently close to motorway networks. 

The recently refurbished 4-star hotel offers 86 

well equipped bedrooms, with its relaxed country 

club ambience and stylish, modern interiors 

helping to ensure an unforgettable stay. 

In addition, the hotel also offers guests the 

opportunity to enjoy the Vital Health & Wellbeing 

Club, which offers numerous treatments in the 

spa, including Rock Sauna and Aromatherapy 

Steam Room, eight Asian inspired treatment 

rooms, Mud Rasul, plus a 20m swimming pool 

and well equipped gymnasium. 

What's your favourite hole at Macdonald Hill 

Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa and why? 

We are fortunate to have two great golf courses 

and some really fantastic golf holes, but I would 

have to say that my favourite hole is the 18th on 

the Emerald Championship Course. 

Playing your final approach shot over water, with 

guests watching from the terrace that overlooks 

the green, helps to ensure it is an amazing way 

to finish your round of golf. 



Describe the difference between playing 

at your course in the summer to a round in 

the winter? How would the course differ? 

Are there particular seasonal challenges? 

The green keeping staff do an amazing job to 

ensure the golf courses are in great condition, 

while the good drainage of the courses enables 

visiting golfers to have a memorable round of 

golf whatever time of year they visit. 

However, the big difference in playing the two 

courses between the summer and winter is with 

the trees. We have around 40,000 trees lining the 

fairways, so there is a little more forgiveness on 

any stray shots during the winter months. 

What programs are there at Macdonald Hill 

Valley Hotel, Golf & Spa for junior golfers? 

The Sapphire Course provides an ideal 

opportunity for junior golfers to get involved in 

the game as it's relatively short, so you don’t have 

to hit the ball long distances, but the tree-lined 

fairways help to promote accuracy from the tee, 

which is a great lesson to learn. 

Encouraging more juniors to take up the game 

is something I am passionate about, so in 2017 

I will be looking to introduce a number of junior 

classes and to work with local schools in order 

to attract the next generation of golfer. 

Have you ever made a hole-in-one? If so, 

what course and how did you celebrate? 

I have only ever had one hole-in-one and it 

was while I was playing socially with friends and 

aside from a few high-fives, the celebrations 

were fairly relaxed. 

However, I remember it was slightly different 

when I made an albatross on the 8th hole at 

Hawkstone Park Club, where I holed my second 

shot from about 220 yards. I celebrated by 

jumping up and down for about five minutes! 



How old were you when you first started 

playing golf? 

I played a number of different sports growing 

up, including football, tennis, table tennis and 

golf. My mum and dad were both keen golfers 

and I remember I first started playing with them 

when I was eight years old. I then got my first 

set of clubs when I was nine and then by the 

age of 12 I began to concentrate fully on golf 

and have loved it ever since. 

When you were at school, what did you want 

to be when you grew up? 

Growing up I knew I always wanted to be involved 

with sport in some way as it was such a huge part 

of my life. Being able to now have a job doing 

something I love is fantastic. 

What future plans do you have for the golf 

course? 

We have an on-going commitment to ensuring 

the courses remain in prime condition throughout 

the year and we completed a number of 

enhancements, including bunker renovation, 

greens project works and pathway redevelopment 

at the end of 2016, all designed to further enhance 

playing conditions and the overall customer 

experience. 

We're confident the upgrades will help showcase 

both courses in their best condition for the 2017 

season and beyond, ensuring both the Emerald 

and Sapphire are must-play courses for visiting 

golfers. 



What is the most popular post-round menu 

in the clubhouse? 

We have a number of food options available 

for golfers, from eating in the relaxed Sports or 

Lounge Bars, to dining in the more formal Border’s 

Restaurant, which serves a range of modern 

dishes, all prepared from the finest ingredients. 

However, despite all of the options available, the 

most popular post-round dish for visiting golfers 

is, without question, the fish and chips! 

Who is your golf hero and why? 

Tiger Woods. There is little I can say about him 

that hasn’t already been said, but he has had 

such a dramatic influence on the game and has 

inspired a generation of golfers to play a sport 

they might not have considered previously. 

Who would be in your ideal fourball? 

Tiger Woods 

Sir Alex Ferguson 

David Beckham 

About Macdonald Golf Venues 

Macdonald Hotels & Resorts has five golf venues 

in the UK: Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel Golf & Spa, 

Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa, Macdonald 

Aviemore Resort, Macdonald Cardrona Hotel, 

Golf & Spa and Macdonald Linden Hall Golf & 

Country Club. 

In addition, there are also a number of other hotels 

with close affiliations to golf courses across the UK 

and Spain, including Macdonald Rusacks Hotel, 

overlooking the historic Old Course at St Andrews 

as well as Macdonald Dona Lola, located near 

Marbella in southern Spain. 

The group is also particularly proud to have 

European Tour Professional Stephen Gallacher 

as a golf ambassador and is committed to the 

development of young golfers, providing support 

through associations and foundations across 

the collection. 

To host your next meeting, event or golf day 

at one of Macdonald Hotels & Resorts click 

to the next page >> 


Featured Group 

A group of hotels across the UK, each with its own unique style, full of 

individual charm and strong local character. 

VIEW GROUP 


£25 

24hr 

Rates from 

£135 

Macdonald Randolph 

Hotel 

Macdonald Berystede 

Hotel & Spa 

Macdonald Craxton 

Wood Hotel & Spa 

Macdonald Windsor 

Hotel 

Macdonald Portal Hotel, 

Golf Club & Country 

Club 

Macdonald Cardrona 

Hotel, Golf & Country 

Club 

Macdonald Holyrood 

Hotel 

Macdonald Frimley 

Hall Hotel & Spa 


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Featured Group 

Norwood Hall 

Hotel 

Macdonald Aviemore 

Highlands Resort 

Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel Golf & Country Club 

Macdonald Alveston 

Manor 

Macdonald Ansty Hall 

Macdonald Crutherland 

House Hotel 

Haycock Hotel 

Macdonald Drumossie 

Hotel 

Macdonald Manchester 

Hotel & Spa 

Macdonald Inchyra 

Hotel & Spa 

Macdonald Botley Park Hotel, 

Golf & Country Club 

Macdonald Tickled 

Trout 

Macdonald Kilhey 

Court 

Macdonald Burlington 

Hotel 


Cancer Research UK Boat Race 

It's the Cancer Research UK Boat Race on 

Sunday 2 April with the famous blues of Oxford and 

Cambridge coming together for their annual battle on 

the Championship Course on the River Thames. 

This year will be the 163rd Boat Race and the 72nd 

Women's Boat Race. 

Oxford 

Jurys Inn 

Oxford 

De Vere Oxford 

Thames 

Holiday Inn 

Oxford 

Oxford Spires 

Hotel, Oxford 

The Kassam Stadium 

Conference Centre 

Macdonald 

Randolph Hotel 

View all our Oxford venues 

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Cancer Research UK Boat Race 

Watched by thousands along the banks of the 

Tideway, between Putney and Mortlake, and with 

millions watching around the world on TV, it's one of 

the country's most anticipated sporting occasions. 

Number of Wins: 

Oxford 79 

Cambridge 82 

Cambridge 

The Tamburlaine 

Hotel 

Holiday Inn 

Cambridge 

Cambridge 

Belfry 

Huntingdon 

Marriott Hotel 

Hinchingbrooke House & 

Performing Arts Centre 

Holiday Inn Huntingdon 

Racecourse 

View all our Cambridge venues 

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Latest Offers 

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Towcester, Northamptonshire 

Receive up to £1,000 of free Silverstone 

gifts for events before 3 April. 

Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa 

Bolton, Lancashire 

From £25 DDR or £99 24hr with a 

choice of free upgrades. 

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Strand Palace Hotel 

Charing Cross,London 

£60DDR with free bacon rolls & win 

tickets to a West End Show! 

FULL DETAILS 

The Grosvenor 

Victoria, London 

Great value rates this Easter 

plus summer 2017 offers. 

FULL DETAILS 

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Latest Offers 

Latest Offers 

Park Regis Birmingham 

Birmingham, West Midlands 

Spring Spectacular Offer! Choice 

of extras at your next event. 

Holiday Inn Doncaster A1m Jct 36 

Doncaster, South Yorkshire 

Free Bacon Sandwiches for 10+ delegates. 

Reduced 24hr rate of £110 available. 

FULL DETAILS 

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Easter Offer! Half price meeting 

room hire from 10 - 21 April. 

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Industry Interview 

Jonathan Bradwell from The Earl of 

Doncaster Hotel combines marketing 

and e-commerce with public and guest 

relations at the South Yorkshire venue, 

which boasts a unique Art Deco style 

guaranteed to impress guests and 

delegates. 

What does your typical week at work 

involve? 

I work in a fantastic, fast paced environment 

where the week varies depending on our 

marketing objectives. 

Every day I look after our social media channels 

and update and maintain our website. As well 

as having a hotel with excellent meeting and 

conference facilities, we're used for weddings, 

dining and special events and it's my 

responsibility to develop our marketing 

strategies for each of these areas of business. 

I also oversee any public relations requirements 

that arise. 

What has been the highlight of your career 

so far? 

It has to be when the The Earl of Doncaster 

Hotel’s sales & marketing department won 

the Doncaster Chamber Business Awards for 

Excellence in Marketing & Communications. 

We had previously been nominated as a 

finalist, so it was great last year when we won 

the award. It was excellent to have the team 

recognised for the developments we've made 

and as the awards were in December, it was 

a fabulous way to finish what was a very 

successful year. 

How did you get into the leisure industry? 

After studying Journalism at degree level in 

Edinburgh, I moved back to South Yorkshire 

and took my first role at The Earl of Doncaster 

Hotel as a Marketing, Sales & Social Media 

Assistant. I've always had a keen interest in the 

leisure industry and the role at the hotel was a 

fantastic opportunity for me. Two years have 

passed and I am now the Marketing and 

E-Commerce Manager. 

Why should an Event Organiser use 

The Earl of Doncaster for their next event? 

The hotel is conveniently located within a 20 

minute drive of Doncaster Sheffield Airport, a ten 

minute drive from Doncaster Train Station, and 

within walking distance of the town centre so it's 

in a great position. 

We have a dedicated events team to take care 

of organiser's needs, a Ballroom capable of 

hosting 250 delegates, 73 distinctly decorated 

bedrooms, the on-site Cafe Bar Concerto 

restaurant and our team of chefs who will 

create delegate menus from locally sourced, 

fresh ingredients - it's a perfect combination! 


Industry Interview 

The past few years have seen a lot of 

changes at the hotel. Which areas have 

been refurbished and can you tell us a little 

about the design? 

The most significant refurbishment was to our 

Concorde Suite, a room used for weddings, 

celebrations and conferences. The traditional 

looking décor, which included a carpeted floor, 

has been replaced with a marble effect floor, 

a customised lighting system and bright, 

crisp whites and creams. The design is 

now completely in keeping with the rest of 

the hotel and with it's built-in bar, it's ideal for 

birthdays, anniversaries and award evenings. 

In the next few weeks we're planning to install 

a state-of-the-art interactive screen which can 

be used for conference calls and presentations. 

We're also finalising the ‘show kitchen’ which 

can be opened up to become part of the room 

and offer guests a unique visual experience 

when dining at functions. 

Which refurbished area is your favourite? 

Our bedrooms are truly unique, with many of 

them incorporating the distinct art deco feel of 

the hotel. Our Executive Bedrooms are individual 

in colour, offer a large king size bed, table and 

chairs as well as quality bed covers with 

‘The Earl’ customised pillow cases. 

What do you love to do when not working? 

I like to keep and learn about reptiles, 

amphibians and fish. I currently have a Bearded 

Dragon, Gray Tree Frog and a River Loach. 

Exotic animals and aquariums are very rewarding 

to look after and something I've been interested 

in for some years now. 

I help out at a local dog rescue centre, walking 

the dogs on Saturdays to help them stay healthy 

and exercised. I also enjoy playing the guitar, 

listening to music and watching martial arts. 

What sets the Earl of Doncaster apart from 

other hotels in the area? 

Although the hotel has undergone a massive 

transformation since it originally opened in 

1938, the art deco charm and character has 

very much remained a part of the guest’s 

experience. The entire team here are very 

enthusiastic about the property, and I believe 

this shows in the genuinely warm welcome 

every guest receives. 

We're also in an excellent location in Doncaster, 

both within a reasonably short distance to the 

town centre and within driving distance of a 

variety of excellent visitor attractions. 

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years for both accommodation 

and conference bookings. 

They provide an excellent 

service and their staff are both 

friendly and efficient. lnfotel 

always manages to get our 

bookings at a great discount 

and never fails to deliver. 

We have recently used their 

bill-back service which again 

has removed a huge amount 

of administration from us 

and I would recommend their 

services to any organisation.” 

Malcolm Tuckett - Meadplan Ltd 

“My contact with Infotel Solutions 

and Findmeaconference has 

been invaluable in the course 

of my work in the UK. This has 

saved me a lot of time that I 

would have spent searching 

on the internet. 

All members of the team 

have always been helpful and 

professional, my usual contact 

is especially knowledgeable 

on what is necessary when 

I require a new venue.” 

Rosemary Thompson 

- Examinations Administrator 

"Thank you for all your help in 

finding a new venue for our HR 

Conference at such short notice. 

The day went off without a hitch 

and the new hotel we booked 

worked extremely well! 

Thank you for all your hard work, 

it was very much appreciated." 

Felicity De La Torre - Kier 

We would love 

to hear from you 

if you have used 

our service >> 


Meet the Corporate Team... 

Corporate Team 

Amy 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Georgie 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Jennie 

Venue Finding 

Specialist 

Jack 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Josh 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Jade 

Reservations 

Support 

Kim 

Sales Account 

Manager 

Kimberley 

Director 

Mags 

Account 

Manager 

Mary 

Venue Finding 

Specialist 

Rory 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Sarah 

Group Account 

Manager 

Sarah 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Simon 

Accommodation 

Specialist 

Stefanie 

Account 

Manager 

Susie 

Director 

Tanya 

Director 

Vicky 

Venue Finding 

Specialist 

Wendy 

Travel 

Specialist 

Zoe 

Client 

Services 

01775 843410 

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English heritage 

& history meets St George's Day inspiration 

with a meeting of minds in a city location... 

COUNTY DURHAM >> 

BATH >> 

YORK >> 

COVENTRY >>

Corporate Magazine April 2017

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