Visit Belfast. Belfast Waterfront 29.5m expansion project Opening Belfast and Northern Ireland Conference and Meetings Guide

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1 Belfast Waterfront 29.5m expansion project Opening 2016 Visit Belfast Belfast and Northern Ireland Conference and Meetings Guide visit-belfast.com/conference

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3 Conference and Meetings Guide Contents 2 Meet the New Belfast 4 Social Programme Ideas 6 Visit Belfast Services 8 Venues 52 Event Suppliers 62 Discover Northern Ireland 74 Directory 86 Regional Venue Listings (Northern Ireland) 93 Getting to Belfast 96 Tourism Offices Visit Belfast 9 Donegall Square North Belfast BT1 5GJ Northern Ireland Tel +44 (0) Fax +44 (0) conference@visit-belfast.com visit-belfast.com/conference Disclaimer The information contained in this Guide is given in good faith on the basis of the information submitted to Visit Belfast and McCadden by the promoters of the venues and services listed. Visit Belfast and McCadden cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this guide and accept no responsibility for any error or misrepresentation. All liability, disappointment, negligence or other damage caused by the reliance on the information contained in this guide, or in any company, individual or firm mentioned, or in the event of any company, individual or firm ceasing to trade, is hereby excluded. VB A selection of images supplied courtesy of Northern Ireland Tourist Board and Tourism Ireland Limited. Designed & produced by McCadden +44 (0)

4 VISIT BELFAST visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Duke of York Team Belfast Meet the New Belfast Waterfront Hall Belfast is buzzing. From a 30 million expansion to our award-winning Belfast Waterfront conference centre to an iconic events venue at the birthplace of Titanic, come and discover the city that the travel and tourism industry is talking about. Over one billion pounds has been invested in Belfast over the past decade and the city has come alive as a vibrant, exciting new events destination. If you haven t considered Belfast before, it s time to take a fresh look. We ve hosted world leaders at the G8 summit, threw the biggest ever party for the MTV European Music Awards and this year we will play host to the prestigious Giro d Italia cycling race. We are not number one in the world yet. But we are number one in the UK! Belfast was recently awarded the Best Conference and Incentive City destination in the UK by Conference and Incentive Travel (C&IT) Magazine. Get here early and enjoy it before the rest of the world arrives. Unique and Different Belfast is the undiscovered part of Ireland and a UK capital city at the same time. We are proud to be different and that s what makes our city a perfect choice for events. From dinners in a Victorian Prison, to drinks with a Lord and Lady in a Mansion or Wake Boarding on the Slipways where the most famous ship in the world was built, Belfast offers a truly authentic and memorable experience for your colleagues or delegates. When the hard work is done, social programmes can include whiskey tasting, cookery schools, comedy performances, art exhibitions, Titanic-themed evenings and some of the best golf courses in the world. It s time to Visit Belfast. VIP Experience Belfast loves when a conference is in town because it really matters to the city that you are here. From branded welcome banners for your conference, to a civic reception with the Lord Mayor, we will go the extra mile when your conference is in town. Cabin crew to taxi drivers, hotel managers, venue staff and restaurateurs will all be briefed on your event and ready with their best Belfast welcome when you re delegates arrive. Belfast is home to some of the friendliest and happiest people you re likely to meet. In fact, Instagram recently revealed Belfast is the happiest city in the UK! 2

5 VISIT BELFAST Belfast Flybe Titanic Belfast, Titanic Quarter Easy Access Belfast is just two flights from anywhere in the world and it s easier and cheaper than you think to get here. You can get to Belfast from over 150 UK and international destinations flying direct to one of our two airports, or via Dublin which is just 90 minutes away. We have over 30 direct European flight routes and direct links to North America with United Airlines. You can also connect to Belfast from London, which has over 35 flights to the city each day with flight times of just one hour. Once you arrive in Belfast, you will be in the city within minutes and flight fares are comparable and often cheaper than rail travel. Once you arrive in Belfast, all venues, hotels and attractions are within walking distance and you will be right in the heart of the action. Affordability As an exciting new destination, your budget goes further in Belfast. Not only can you deliver a bigger and better event within the same budget, your delegates budget goes further too. Belfast consistently ranks amongst the Best Value cities in the UK according to TripAdvisor. Inspiring Place Leading Business A city of Titanic ambition, Belfast regularly outperforms cities double its size in terms of innovation, invention, technology and investment. We are leading in ICT, Creative industries, Renewable energy, Engineering, Agri-food, Business Services, Aerospace and Medicine. We have a young, highly educated workforce which has made us home to over 800 global companies including the New York Stock Exchange, Citi Group, Caterpillar, Bombardier, Capita, Allstate, Liberty, Microsoft, Seagate and DuPont. We are also home to two worldleading Universities, Queens University Belfast and the University of Ulster. Global brands sit alongside home-grown companies and inspiring start-ups that export across the world. One in four London Buses are made here by a locally-owned engineering company and Northern Ireland manufactures a third of the world s business class seats. So, it makes business sense to meet in Belfast. It s Time to Visit Belfast. Best UK Conference and Incentive City Destination Happiest city in the UK Belfast. One of the top 10 places in the world to host a conference or major event. Europe s Ten Hottest Destinations 3

6 VISIT BELFAST visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke Crumlin Road Gaol SS Nomadic Social Programme Ideas Our social programmes are designed to give your delegates a truly unique and authentic taste of Belfast and Northern Ireland. Using expert local knowledge, we will work with you to design a creative social programme for your event to ensure that delegates remember their trip to Belfast long after the conference has finished. In the meantime, we ve pulled together some ideas to give you a flavour of what Belfast and Northern Ireland has to offer. 4 Titanic City Explore Belfast s Titanic Quarter, home to the Game of Thrones film set, take a tour of the impressive Edwardian Dock and Pumphouse, or get team-building at the T13 urban skate park. Explore the Titanic story at the 97m Titanic Belfast, an architecturally stunning building on the original site where the famous ship was built in Belfast. Titanic Belfast brings history to life in an unforgettable way over nine interactive galleries from the design of the famous ship, the experience on board, right through to her tragic maiden voyage and subsequent place in history. SS Nomadic Restored to her original glory, SS Nomadic is the only remaining White Star Line ship in the world. Step on-board and learn about her turbulent and exciting history. SS Nomadic is docked in Hamilton Dry Dock with an exhibition to tell her captivating story. Cathedral Quarter The historic heart of Belfast is now the city s up and coming cultural hotspot. These cobbled streets are dotted with gems of all kinds from restaurants, pubs, art and photographic galleries and even a circus! Each year the quarter hosts a cutting edge festival with the emphasis on bringing the arts to unorthodox places. The Murals View the famous political and cultural murals in the west and east of the city - either on a black taxi tour or on an open top bus. Learn about the history and culture of Belfast through the political wall murals and before you leave, add your personal message to the peace wall. Guinness, Oysters and Irish music in a traditional Belfast pub Sample a local brew in one of Belfast s historic hostelries, visit one of the traditional pubs for a live Irish music sessions, or check out the hip and trendy bar and club scene, you ll find it all in Belfast! Savour a pint in the flamboyance of the National Trust s Crown Liquor Saloon or other atmospheric hostelries such as the Duke of York, The Harp Bar or Kelly s Cellars. Sample local produce at the lively St George s Market If you want to enjoy a real taste of Belfast, visit St. George s Market, open each Friday, Saturday and Sunday offering a wide range of local high quality specialist food and products. Customers can sample the produce; relax

7 VISIT BELFAST St George s Market, Belfast Belfast Cookery School Traditional Music, Duke of York Bushmills Distillery with a coffee and newspaper against a backdrop of live jazz or flamenco music. St.George s Market was recently awarded the Best Large Indoor Market in the UK. Northern Ireland Golf - The Home of Champions Northern Ireland is home to some of the world s best golf courses such as Royal County Down and Royal Portrush to name a few. Play courses that are home to recent US Open Winners Graeme McDowell and Rory McIlroy and British Open winner Darren Clarke. Whiskey tasting at the oldest working distillery - world famous Bushmills For those with a taste for the finer things in life - a trip to the oldest working distillery is a must at Bushmills. The distillery s famous portfolio includes five award-winning whiskeys: Bushmills, Black Bush, Bushmills 10 year Malt, 16 year Malt and 21 year Malt. Bushmills is the only distillery in Ireland to make tripledistilled malt whiskey and offers tours and whiskey tasting sessions all year round. Ready, Steady, Cook! Awaken your passion for cooking with fresh ingredients, local produce with leading local chefs at one of our cookery schools. Under the expert guidance of experienced chefs you will be given a step by step lesson in creating a culinary masterpiece at the Belfast Cookery School at Mourne Seafood or James Street South Cookery School. Bookings can be made for groups of up to 16 people and are perfect for team building and socialising. Festival Fever From music and dance to visual arts and talks, Belfast has a jammed packed festival calendar to suit all tastes. Events throughout the year include the world class Ulster Bank Belfast Festival at Queen s, Belfast Taste and Music Festival and Féile an Phobail. Aunt Sandra s Candy Factory Visit Aunt Sandra s Candy Factory to see hand made chocolates, fudges and boiled sweets, made from 100 year old recipes. A visit to the shop is like taking a trip back in time where visitors can look in on the whole production process and see how hand made chocolates, fudge and boiled sweets are made, most of which can be sampled as it s produced. Take a Tour Take a walk and stroll through the streets of Belfast - our city centre is very compact and can be easily explored by foot. We have a range of tours that allow you to explore the unique history, culture and heritage of Belfast and Northern Ireland. A range of tours are available about our Music, Photography, Literary, Historical Pubs and of course Titanic. Crumlin Road Gaol The architecturally stunning prison dates back to 1845 and closed its doors as a working prison in During those 150 years the Gaol has housed murderers, suffragettes and loyalist and republican prisoners. It has witnessed births, deaths and marriages and has been the home to executions, escapes, hunger-strikes and riots. On a guided tour you will be taken through the years and experience what life was like for those imprisoned in The Crum. It is also a unique and impressive setting for meetings, dinners and events. For more information contact Visit Belfast +44 (0) conference@visit-belfast.com 5

8 VISIT BELFAST visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Visit Belfast Welcome Centre Visit Belfast Services The city loves when a conference is in town - because it really matters to us that you are here. When your delegates come to Belfast, they re our guests so we always go the extra mile to ensure a fantastic stay in our city. Visit Belfast s conference team are your local experts specialising in all that the city has to offer. We provide free and impartial support and advice on all aspects of holding an event in Belfast. 6

9 VISIT BELFAST Visit Belfast support includes: Providing a tailored Belfast bid/ presentation for your event Finding your perfect venue and accommodation at preferential rates Financial support (subject to eligibility and application) Civic hospitality and city-wide support Arranging site inspections and familiarisation trips to Belfast Developing unique local entertainment itineraries for delegates and their partners Literature for delegate packs Free conference iphone app for delegates which can be tailored for your conference Accommodation booking service and support Dedicated account manager who will support you planning and during the event Information on access to Belfast and within the City Special offers and discounts for delegates Marketing support Sourcing event services such as AV and transport Appointment of a local professional conference organiser or event management agency to support your event if required. Tourist information and meet/greet service for delegates and VIPs Need to know more? For further information contact Visit Belfast today: conference@visit-belfast.com Call +44 (0)

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12 VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Venues at a glance MAX CAPACITY MAX CAPACITY MAX EXHIBITION NUMBER OF COMPANY PAGE THEATRE STYLE BANQUET STYLE SPACE (SQM) BEDROOMS Belfast Odyssey Arena 13 8,500 1,500 3,700 Kings Hall Complex 5,500 1,800 4,632 Belfast Waterfront Conference Hall 14 2, Belfast Waterfront Conference Hall 14 2,000 1,200 1,855 (2016 capacity post extension) Queen s University 16 1, ,000 St George s Market 18 1,200 4,029 Assembly Buildings 19 1, Grand Opera House 1, Ulster Hall 20 1, Ramada Plaza Belfast Titanic Belfast Hastings Europa Holiday Inn Belfast Hastings Stormont Hilton Belfast Stranmillis University College The Lyric Theatre The Mac Belfast Metropolitan College E Crumlin Road Gaol Wellington Park Hotel Spectrum Centre Beechlawn House Hotel Ulster Rugby Queens University Riddel Hall Park Avenue Hotel Belfast Metropolitan College Titanic Quarter Malone Lodge Hotel & Apartments Belfast Castle Black Box 200 Parliament Buildings The Merchant Hotel Ten Square Ulster Museum W Holiday Inn Express Malone House Park Inn by Radisson Belfast Titanic Dock & Pumphouse

13 VENUES VENUES MAX CAPACITY MAX CAPACITY MAX EXHIBITION NUMBER OF COMPANY PAGE THEATRE STYLE BANQUET STYLE SPACE (SQM) BEDROOMS Belfast (continued) Ramada Encore Crescent Arts Centre The Mount Business & Conference Centre 100 Radisson Blu Hotel The Linen Hall Library 90 The Belfast Barge Dukes at Queens Madisons Clifton House Days Hotel The Fitzwilliam Hotel Premier Inn Waring St Best Western Crescent Townhouse Malmaison Jurys Inn Benedicts Belfast Cookery School 51 Home Restaurant 51 Mourne Seafood Bars 51 11

14 VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) MAX CAPACITY MAX CAPACITY MAX EXHIBITION NUMBER OF COMPANY PAGE THEATRE STYLE BANQUET STYLE SPACE (SQM) BEDROOMS Beyond Belfast La Mon Hotel & Country Club, Comber, Co.Down 1, Hastings Culloden Estate and Spa, Holywood, Co.Down Down Royal Racecourse, Lisburn, Co.Down Marine Hotel Ballycastle Galgorm Resort & Spa, Ballymena, Co.Antrim Hilton Templepatrick, Co.Antrim Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, Holywood, Co.Down Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Bangor, Co.Down Balmoral Hotel, Dunmurry, Co.Antrim Clarion Hotel, Carrickfergus, Co.Antrim Dunadry Hotel and Country Club Larchfield Estate, Lisburn, Co.Antrim Beechlawn House Hotel, Dunmurry, Co.Antrim Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch, Co.Down Rosspark Hotel, Ballymena Maldron Belfast, Belfast International Airport Templepatrick Corrs Corner Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co.Antrim Cultra Manor, Holywood, Co.Down Mount Stewart, Newtownards, Co.Down SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence Bangor, Co.Down Ballywalter Park, Newtownards, Co.Down Strangford Arms Hotel, Newtownards, Co.Down Londonderry Arms Hotel, Carnlough Express By Holiday Inn, Antrim

15 Odyssey Arena VENUES VENUES VENUES Superbly located in the heart of Belfast City centre, Odyssey Arena is the perfect choice for exhibitions and makes an exceptional conference venue offering integrated exhibition and breakout facilities. ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) USEFUL INFORMATION Arena Full Hall 8,500 1,500 3,700 Arena Half Hall 4, ,800 Millennium Room Harbour Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible *No natural day light in Arena 35km 3km 1km The design of the Arena offers the exhibition organiser pillar-free exhibition space ranging from 1,800sqm. The spacious foyer provides an excellent reception or registration area for visitors. A secure service yard at the rear of the building allows easy access for a smooth build. The Arena s auditorium has a flexible seating configuration that can seat a conference delegation for any capacity from 600 to 8,500. This flexibility allows conference planners to choose from a variety of set up combinations including plenary with integrated exhibition in one hall. Add to that, the close proximity of multiple breakout theatres in the adjacent cinema in the Odyssey Pavilion and you have the perfect conferencing solution all under one roof. Odyssey Arena offers an experienced and talented management team to ensure your event is an outstanding success. Box office and marketing support can also be provided to maximise attendances for public events. 2 Queen s Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ +44 (0) odysseyarena.com Contact: Sharon McCrea sharon.mccrea@odysseyarena.com 13

16 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) We re very happy to have chosen the Waterfront as our headquarters and media centre. First of all for its accessible facilities and for its modern and beautiful building. Also, it s a very prestigious venue which usually hosts the most important events in Belfast: the Giro d Italia Big Start will be one of them! RCS Sport ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) 14 Main Auditorium Hall 1* Hall 2* Studio Bar Bar Meeting Room 1* Meeting Room 2* Meeting Room 3* Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available *Spaces available from 2016.

17 Belfast Waterfront Conference and Exhibition Centre VENUES VENUES VENUES Belfast Waterfront Conference and Exhibition Centre ranks among the top tier of European conference centres. With 29.5 million expansion plans to double the size of the award-winning facilities underway, there has never been a more exciting time to book an event at Belfast Waterfront, one of the world s best conference centres. Situated in the heart of the city with convenient access to major roads, rail, sea and air links, Belfast Waterfront enjoys a world-wide reputation for exceptional customer service and has vast experience welcoming national and international clientele. From corporate to associations, academic institutions to trade unions, the venue stages conferences, seminars, AGMs, exhibitions, banquets and award ceremonies. The venue s stunning architecture epitomises contemporary design at its best with spectacular city views and flexible spaces to suit any event from 10 to 2,000+ delegates. Clients are spoilt for choice with its world-class facilities including a 2,000-seat auditorium, 380-seat studio and meeting rooms for delegates. From mid 2016, clients will be able to take full advantage of its new development boasting 4,000m² of additional fully flexible conference, exhibition, banqueting and breakout space. In keeping with the venue s contemporary style, the extension will fully integrate with the existing facilities and will offer more choice, greater flexibility and even bigger space to host events. Set to open in 2016, the calendar is already filling up fast with a number of national and international conferences lined-up to be among the first to benefit from the new enhanced multi-purpose spaces. Award-winning venue, world-class service, flexible and stylish spaces, Belfast Waterfront has it all to ensure the success of any event. USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 2 Lanyon Place, Belfast BT1 3WH +44 (0) waterfront.co.uk Contact: Jennifer Patterson conference@waterfront.co.uk 30km 5km < 1km 15

18 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Queen s University Belfast From large scale conferences to small private meetings, Queen s has both the infrastructure and support mechanisms to meet the needs of every customer and to deliver a choice of venues that combine architectural merit with the very latest technology. USEFUL INFORMATION ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 32km 7km 2km The Sir William Whitla Hall 1, / Stage 87 The Great Hall Canada Room/ / 118 Council Chamber Elmwood Hall South Dining Hall Senate Room Old Staff Common Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available University Road, Belfast BT7 1NN eventus@qub.ac.uk Contact: Fionnuala Lavery f.lavery@qub.ac.uk +44 (0) Add a unique dimension to your event by placing it against the inimitable backdrop of a venue in Queen s University a highly respected, world renowned academic institution. At Queen s you ll find: Venues that can host from 10 to 1200 delegates, for day or residential conferences 1000 modern en-suite bedrooms available outside term-time at Elms Village Full on-line registration service available Superb choice of rooms to suit specific requirements, many with bespoke AV equipment. Excellent catering to suit all budgets, tastes and requirements Favourable rates for conference delegates All facilities fully wheelchair accessible Many areas Wi-Fi enabled Support services tailored to your requirements Attention to detail throughout; with a range of services and ideas to personalise each event or conference. The Eventus team have many years of experience in managing events and conferences and are uniquely placed to provide every aspect of event and conference management, from initial briefing to final delivery.

19 Riddel Hall VENUES VENUES VENUES Riddel Hall is a red brick listed building and is one of Belfast s newest conference venues. ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) The Isdell Courtyard James Rutherford Room Ulster Bank Room Glen Dimplex Room Conference Room Conference Room Conference Rooms 1& Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 32km 7km 2km Set in its own landscaped grounds, Riddel Hall has been sympathetically renovated to retain many of its original features while incorporating the highest standard of modern technology. The Centre comprises 8 syndicate rooms for delegates and 4 larger lecture rooms which can accommodate persons. There are two Executive lounges and a range of break-out spaces throughout the building. The original external courtyard has been enclosed by a glass roof and is now a multifunctional space with a capacity of 290 theatre style or 150 for banqueting. Alongside Riddel Hall and linked by two glass walkways is a newly built Conferencing Centre with a lecture theatre for 110 and function space for up to 290 theatre style. Catering at Riddel Hall is provided by our inhouse team and can be planned to suit any event, from small meetings to gala dinners. The lawns and external courtyard can be used for conference breaks or evening receptions. All rooms are fully equipped with modern AV equipment. The facility benefits from providing on-site car parking for delegates. University Road, Belfast BT7 1NN eventus@qub.ac.uk Contact: Fionnuala Lavery f.lavery@qub.ac.uk +44 (0)

20 VENUES VENUES VENUES St George s Market visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) St George s Market is a versatile venue and can be adapted to suit your individual conference or exhibition needs. USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 31.7km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 4.5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 0.8km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Market Hall 1,200 2,000 4, East Bridge Street, Belfast +44 (0) belfastcity.gov.uk/stgeorgesmarket Contact: Ian Carmichael iancarmichael@belfastcity.gov.uk 18 St George s Market is one of Belfast s oldest attractions. It was built between 1890 and 1896 and is one of the best markets in the UK and Ireland. It has been nominated for numerous local and national awards for its fresh, local produce and great atmosphere. St George s Market is available to hire as a venue for events. It has already hosted a wide range of events including food festivals, conferences, fashion shows, press conferences, exhibitions, live music gigs and art initiatives. The overall floor area spans some 4,029m 2 (43,370 ft 2 ), making the market one of the largest hireable venues in the city.

21 VENUES Assembly Buildings Conference Centre VENUES VENUES With its unique setting and superb facilities, Assembly Buildings is one of the finest conference and exhibition venues in the city of Belfast. ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Assembly Hall 1, Minor Hall Boardroom Syndicates Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible *2 minute walk from train/bus station and car parking 30km 5km 0km* No Assembly Buildings Conference Centre is located in Belfast city centre. Built in 1905, in the style of a Scottish Baronial Castle, this conference and meetings venue is capable of hosting anywhere from 10 to 1150 delegates. A recent investment of 8 million has brought the meetings space right up to date. The Assembly Hall seats 100 to 1150 delegates in a range of formats - classroom, cabaret, theatre style. Built into the room are 3 large projection screens, a state of the art sound system, cameras and recording facilities. Organisers are able to film and transmit conference proceedings to other parts of the venue, stream over the internet or record and create edited highlights. The venue has free WiFi for all delegates. A range of smaller meeting rooms include the Minor Hall suitable for up to 200 delegates, the Boardroom and 6 syndicate rooms. Each room boasts the same range of integrated sound and projection systems. The Assembly Hall and all syndicate rooms are fully air-conditioned. All of this is underpinned by a first class friendly and can do attitude to making your meeting a success for you and your delegates. This is of course, backed up with great food and catering to keep your delegates happy Fisherwick Place, Belfast BT1 6DW +44 (0) assemblybuildings.co.uk Contact: Harry Orr harry@assemblybuildings.co.uk 19

22 VENUES VENUES VENUES Ulster Hall visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) One of Northern Ireland s artistic and cultural landmarks, the Ulster Hall offers an enviable setting and is sure to make your event a truly memorable occasion. USEFUL INFORMATION ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 30km 5km 0km No Grand Hall 1, Group Space Meeting Room Meeting Rooms 2 & Conductor Room 6 8 Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available Bedford Street, Belfast BT2 7FF +44 (0) ulsterhall.co.uk Contact: Jennifer Patterson conference@belfastcity.gov.uk 20 The elegant Grand Hall is the perfect backdrop for gala dinners, award presentations or keynote speeches. Designed by local architect WJ Barre the Ulster Hall opened in 1862 and has an unrivalled reputation for outstanding events. Rich in heritage, this Victorian masterpiece offers a unique alternative for all your event requirements. Recently refurbished to the highest standards, adding modern features yet retaining all of its original character, the Ulster Hall offers a range of flexible meeting and exhibition spaces. Whether for 10 or 1000 delegates, the multi-purpose facilities are equally suitable for conferences, exhibitions or gala dinners. Together the spectacular Grand Hall, featuring the Mulholland Grand Organ, and the stunning Group space, offer ideal settings for any event. A suite of new purpose built meeting rooms adds to the flexibility of this grand venue. With all the benefits of a prime city centre location, the Ulster Hall can meet every requirement and the in-house technical and event management team provide all the support you need to deliver a memorable and successful event.

23 VENUES VENUES Ramada Plaza Belfast Ramada Plaza is Belfast s premier conference and events venue, boasting extensive meeting and convention rooms catering for events of all sizes. VENUES ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Grand Ballroom Malone Suite Madrona Hemlock Syndicate Rooms Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 30.6km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 11.3km Distance from Belfast City Centre 5.6km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 120 Our experienced team of conference & events staff has established the Ramada Plaza over the last 10 years as not only the largest but the best conference & events venue in Belfast. The recently upgraded 4 star deluxe Ramada Plaza is just 10 minutes from Belfast City Centre, convenient to George Best Belfast City Airport and all of the city s main road and public transport links. Our Business floor features 12 meeting rooms of various sizes, whilst The Grand Ballroom is one of the largest ballrooms in Belfast facilitating up to 550 guests for a gala dinner or banquet and 900 delegates theatre style. Whilst attending a conference or event we are delighted to offer a number of facilities and services including an exclusive executive lounge, as well as LA Fitness Centre, 120 luxurious bedrooms and 3 on-site restaurants. In addition to this we offer complimentary car parking for over 300 cars and free WiFi throughout. Shaw s Bridge, 117 Milltown Road Belfast BT8 7XP +44 (0) ramadaplazabelfast.com Contact: Heather Sparkes heather.sparkes@ramadabelfast.com Michelle Madine michelle.madine@ramadaplazabelfast.com 21

24 VENUES VENUES VENUES Titanic Belfast Titanic Belfast is an iconic building that offers spectacular conference and banqueting facilities in an array of architecturally unique spaces. visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 31.6km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 7.1km Distance from Belfast City Centre 2.2km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Titanic Suite The Bridge Olympic Suite Britanic Suite Andrew s Gallery The Atrium Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available From intimate mezzanines to exclusive use of the entire building, Titanic Belfast is the perfect location for gala dinners, receptions and conferences, catering from 50 to 2000 guests. Offering a uniquely Belfast experience, delegates can enjoy panoramic views over the original slipways where the giant structure of Titanic was built over 100 years ago. Located on the top floors of the building, and at the exact height of Titanic s superstructure, the Titanic Suites comprise an unparalleled range of state of the art flexible event spaces, offering conference, meeting and breakout spaces in elegant but practical surroundings. With capacity for up to 750 delegates in a theatre style format, Titanic Suite is a large 22 pillar free room equipped with discreet, multifunctional audio, visual and lighting facilities adaptable to meet all requirements. Titanic Belfast provides a spectacular setting for sumptuous private dining and iconic tailored experiences. The opulent decor in the Titanic Suites is themed on the interiors of Titanic herself, including a replica of the liner s famous Grand Staircase. Coupled with White Star Line branded crockery and Titanic themed menu options, the Titanic Suites offer a truly unique dining experience. With expertise in large association, corporate and incentive groups, our in house hospitality solutions are tailored to each event, ensuring a truly unique and memorable experience for all guests. As part of any event, visitors can experience the Titanic story in an authentic, exciting and dynamic way by exploring Titanic Belfast s nine interactive galleries using state-of-the-art technology and innovative design to tell Titanic s story from conception to construction and launch, to its maiden voyage and subsequent place in history. 1 Olympic Way, Queen s Road Belfast BT3 9EP +44 (0) titanicbelfast.com Contact: enquiries@titanicbelfast.com

25 VENUES VENUES Hastings Culloden Estate & Spa Set in 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, the 5 star Culloden Estate and Spa overlooks Belfast Lough and the County Antrim coastline. VENUES ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Stuart Suite , Cumberland Suite Balmoral Suite Cameron Suite Erskine Suite Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 29km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 6km Distance from Belfast City Centre 10km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 105 The Culloden prides itself on its atmosphere of comfortable, informal splendour, with each guest room exquisitely decorated and tastefully furnished. The property boasts a variety of conference and meeting facilities which offer an eclectic mix of old style, oldworld character and high-end technology. The purpose-built Highland Centre with its sea views and numerous bright, airy rooms offer perfect surroundings for business meetings and events. Complementing the business centre is the property s Stuart Suite which offers one of Northern Ireland s largest function spaces for a variety of event formats from a gala dinner or reception through to a business symposium or conference. The hotel being just 6 miles from Belfast city centre hosts many of the City s celebrity and VIP visitors. Bangor Road, Holywood County Down BT18 0EX +44 (0) hastingshotels.com Contact: Caitriona Lavery clavery@hastingshotels.com 23

26 VENUES VENUES VENUES Hastings Europa visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) The internationally renowned Europa Hotel is located in the heart of Belfast within the city s business and commercial districts. ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Grand Ballroom Exhibition Suite Penthouse Suite Dublin Suite Rotunda Suite Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 26km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 0km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 272 The internationally renowned Europa Hotel located in the heart of Belfast within the city s business and commercial districts, offers four star accommodation alongside a wide variety of conference and meeting space. Having undergone major refurbishment in the past few years the Europa is now Belfast s largest hotel 24 boasting 272 bedrooms which includes the fabulous Titanic Suite and 85 Executive bedrooms. The hotel is well known for its banqueting and conference and exhibition facilities and has hosted numerous national and international conferences. Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7AP +44 (0) hastingshotels.com Contact: Caitriona Lavery clavery@hastingshotels.com

27 VENUES VENUES Holiday Inn VENUES USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 32km 6km 0.1km Bedrooms Ormeau Avenue, Belfast BT2 8HS +44 (0) hibelfasthotel.co.uk Contact: Caroline Lemon ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) The Academy Conference and Training Suites Canberra x 4.36 Southern Cross x 4.95 Sicilian x 4.95 Syrian x 7.25 Venetian x 7.25 Oceanic x 7.25 Pretoria Castle x 7.25 Titanic x 7.3 Titanic x 7.3 Titanic Suite x The Olympic Suite Olympic x 12 Olympic x 12 Olympic x 12 Olympic Suite x 12 Your Meeting, Your Way You might be looking for the perfect venue for training, a client presentation or a team building session. Or perhaps you just need a well-equipped space for that last minute meeting. The answer is as close as the Holiday Inn Belfast, where we take care of your every need. We ve thought of every little thing. The Academy at Holiday Inn Belfast offers 8 flexible meeting rooms with many options for layout, equipment and presentation. Coupled with our great location, a familiar name, great transport connections and free super fast 26mb Wi-Fi.* Our newly refurbished Ballroom, Olympic Suite, on the ground floor can hold up to 650 delegates. This room offers natural daylight, air-conditioning and it s own bar and breakout area. 170 bedrooms, including Executive rooms and Suites. Restaurant and Bar, Spirit Heath and Beauty Club. The Service you need Tell us what you need and we will tailor a package and event that exactly matches your needs. Our experienced Event Planners will attend to every detail, delivering your meeting your way. At a price that s right Flexible packages brimming with value delivered on time every time, backed by our service guarantee to make your meeting a success. *Terms and Conditions Apply 25

28 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Down Royal Racecourse A range of versatile indoor and external spaces for all types of events situated in the heart of the countryside yet only minutes from the M1 & A1 dualcarriageway. Down Royal Racecourse is a unique venue with modern internal areas that can host from 10 to 600 delegates and vast openair expanses with an external capacity of 10,000 people. From our large function room accommodating 600 guests with over 20 break-out rooms, to acres of external grounds; your event can be tailored to your exact requirements. Our conference suites are WiFi enabled and are fitted with an internal PA system and room hire is available for a full day and half day rental. Our award winning caterers offer a range of delicious menus to suit all tastes and dietary needs, and with an on-site dedicated Event Coordinator providing event management assistance right from the initial briefing to final delivery. Maze, Lisburn BT27 5RW +44 (0) downroyal.com Contact: info@downroyal.com USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 32km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 27km Distance from Belfast City Centre 21km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms - ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Beef or Salmon Suite Rainbow Communications Suite Moscow Flyer Suite Downshire Suite Private Suites Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 26

29 VENUES VENUES Hastings Stormont The Stormont Hotel, located 4 miles from Belfast City Centre in the leafy suburbs, overlooks the landscaped gardens of Stormont Castle and Parliament Buildings. VENUES ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Stormont Ballroom Dunmisk Suite Barnett Suite Knockdene Suite Thornhill Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 26km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 5km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 105 The property houses 110 bedrooms, including a luxurious new Executive floor and boasts 10 conference suites of varying sizes within the Confex Centre. In addition there are a number of larger rooms including the Stormont Ballroom which is available for large meetings and gala functions accommodating up to 500 conference delegates with its own private entrance, reception area and bar. The venue s substantial car park, which is located within the grounds of the hotel and is complimentary to guests and delegates, offers an added incentive for meeting planners. Guests can enjoy contemporary dining in the La Scala bistro, or simply relax in the lounge and reception area by the log burning fire. In addition, the David Lloyd Fitness Centre, which is located near to the hotel, can be used by all hotel guests. 587 Upper Newtownards Road Belfast BT4 3LP +44 (0) hastingshotels.com Contact: Caitriona Lavery clavery@hastingshotels.com 27

30 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Galgorm Resort & Spa Galgorm Resort & Spa is Northern Ireland s Premier luxury Hotel and Spa. Set in 163 acres of lush parkland, near Northern Ireland s most renowned scenic attractions, yet just 30 minutes from Belfast city centre and 20 minutes from Belfast International airport, it is the perfect place to combine business with pleasure. Ideal for Incentive Groups, Galgorm boasts an exceptional array of facilities, including a world class Spa, 3 on-site restaurants, a 62 seat auditorium, the Great Hall offering flexible conference and banqueting for up to 500 in a truly opulent setting and extensive grounds for team-building. At Galgorm Resort your business can escape from disruptions and your delegates can truly focus on the job at hand. 136 Fenaghy Road, Galgorm Ballymena BT42 1EA +44 (0) galgorm.com Contact: Beth Swindlehurst USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 29km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 51.5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 48km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 75 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Great Hall Lower Great Hall Upper Auditorium Four Seasons Suite Drawing Room Titanic Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 28

31 VENUES VENUES Hilton Templepatrick A quick 15-minute drive from the centre of Belfast, the Hilton Templepatrick Hotel & Country Club was awarded Winner at the World Travel Awards for Northern Ireland s Leading Business Hotel for the fifth consecutive year. You are assured that for a conference or training event, our stimulating environment produces the desired results. The Hilton Templepatrick features 129 guest rooms with 5,855 sqft. of versatile function space designed to accommodate groups of up to 500 guests. The elegant 3,530 sqft. Castle Upton Suite divides into four sections, and features an adjacent patio ideal for networking. The Lylehill Suite is like your own private meeting place, with a bar and lobby. When your meeting ends, your entire group can look forward to exhilarating recreation using our LivingWell Gym with pool and Sauna or play our 18-hole championship golf course and floodlit driving range. All this and our extensive complimentary car parking makes Templepatrick the ideal venue for your next Event. Castle Upton Estate, Templepatrick Ballyclare BT39 0DD +44 (0) hilton.com/templepatrick Contact: Kelly-Anne Small kelly-anne.small@hilton.com VENUES USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 11km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 18km Distance from Belfast City Centre 18km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 129 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Castle Upton Suite Castle Upton Castle Upton Castle Upton Castle Upton Lylehill Suite Lylehill Lylehill Donegore Suite Boardroom Muckamore Suite Rathmore Suite Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 29

32 VENUES VENUES VENUES Hilton Belfast The Hilton Belfast hotel features 198 newly refurbished guest rooms and suites with refreshing river or mountain views and an array of thoughtful amenities. visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 29km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 0km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms Lanyon Place, Belfast BT1 3LP +44 (0) hilton.com/belfast Contact: Kelly-Anne Small kelly-anne.small@hilton.com 30 Recognised as Northern Ireland s Leading Hotel of the Year at the renowned World Travel Awards Enjoy the riverside location of the Hilton Belfast hotel, just two minutes walk from Belfast city centre. The hotel is the ideal choice for those attending a conference or City Event. Each non-smoking room offers all the pleasures of home including a spacious work desk, high speed Internet access and marble bathrooms. The rooms at the Hilton Belfast hotel are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, providing a place to unwind or to catch up on work. Whether it s a standard Hilton Guest Room or an Executive Hilton Guest Room, choose the space that s right for you. Guests who upgrade to an Executive Room will enjoy enhanced amenities, including access to our exclusive Executive Lounge. The hotel, located adjacent to the Waterfront Hall Convention centre offers more than 7,000 square feet of versatile function space, including the 3,454 square foot Lagan Suite, which can accommodate up to 450 people. The Lagan is divisible into two smaller sections, three-phase power, sound proofing as well as a state-of-theart light and sound system. For smaller groups, our Hilton Meeting rooms offer bright and airy spaces with natural daylight in all rooms and refreshing views over the River Lagan, complete with contemporary décor and ideal for up to 60 attendees. Our professional event co-ordinators will personalise every detail of your gathering from the decor and catering menus to audiovisual setups and team building activities, ensuring success both in and out of the boardroom. Belfast City has lots to offer your group just minutes walk from the newly developed Cathedral and Titanic Quarters. This area is home to the stunning Titanic Belfast building which tells the story of the construction of the world s best known ship. For an event your attendees will always remember, look no further than the Hilton Belfast hotel. In 2016 the Waterfront Hall extension opens a direct link into Hilton Belfast. This makes us the perfect choice for head quarters hotel or breakout sessions for your conference delegates.

33 VENUES VENUES VENUES The rooms at Hilton Belfast hotel are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, providing a place to unwind or to catch up on work. ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Boardroom Broadway Suite Brookfield Suite Ewart Suite Glenbank Suite Lisburn Suite Rosebank Suite Tower Suite Lagan Suite Lagan A Lagan B

34 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Stranmillis University College Set on a site of great natural beauty - with 46 acres of woodland and wildlife - yet only half an hour away from Belfast International Airport, 10 minutes from Belfast City Airport and less than 2 miles from Belfast City Centre. USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 27km 8km 3km ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) College Hall Drama Theatre Conference Hall Lecture Theatre Seminar Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5DY +44 (0) hospitality@stran.ac.uk stran.ac.uk Contact: Christine Nesbitt c.nesbitt@stran.ac.uk 32 Whether you are looking for great accommodation or searching for the perfect venue to host your meeting, conference, exam, drama production, sporting event or training session we are confident you will find that our facilities are second to none. We are perfectly located; only 2 miles from Belfast city centre and within easy reach of all major transport hubs. We host numerous events all year round and with our dedicated team, who will assist you from start to finish, and our wide range of facilities we will be sure to exceed all expectations. We can offer: Excellent choice of conference rooms that can host 4 to 400 delegates, all equipped with the latest Audio Visual equipment. State-of-the-art computer labs. An impressive Drama Theatre with an audience capacity of 269. Fully equipped Dance Hall and Sports Hall. Spacious Exam Halls. Over 450 modern bedrooms, both en suite and standard. First rate catering tailored to suit all tastes and budgets, from a simple sandwich lunch through to a four course formal dinner, we will work with you to create the perfect menu that suits your budget. Complimentary Wi-Fi. Free car parking. Excellent local transport networks.

35 VENUES VENUES Lyric Theatre An iconic addition to Belfast s cultural landscape, the Lyric Theatre s new state of the art venue on the banks of the River Lagan is the perfect location for your event. VENUES ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Danske Bank Stage Naughton Studio Café Bar & Foyer McGrath Suite Ridgeway Room Rehearsal Room Board Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 27.4km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 8km Distance from Belfast City Centre 2.4km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Free Wi-Fi throughout building An iconic addition to Belfast s cultural landscape, built in a stunning blend of red brick, Iroko timber, sandstone and glass, the Lyric Theatre s new state of the art venue on the banks of the River Lagan is the perfect location for conferences, meetings, seminars, product launches, training sessions and AGMs. You want your event to be memorable, to have impact. At the Lyric, that s what we do on stage every week and our dramatically different venue will give your event that touch of star quality. The Lyric is situated in the Queen s Quarter of Belfast within two miles of the city centre. The Danske Bank Stage is a modern 389 seat theatre in a single steep rake, encouraging and intensifying a sense of intimacy and is ideal for large-scale conferences, performances and seminars. The Naughton Studio has flexibility to facilitate end stage, traverse, thrust, in the round, cabaret and promenade performances, as well as large-scale hospitality, exhibition and conferencing events. Additional spaces, each one offering a very different view of Belfast, include the Board Room with scenic views of the River Lagan and the Ridgeway Room overlooking the terraced houses of Belfast towards the distinctive cranes of Harland & Wolff. 55 Ridgeway Street, Belfast BT9 5FB +44 (0) lyrictheatre.co.uk Contact: events@lyrictheatre.co.uk 33

36 VENUES VENUES VENUES Larchfield Estate Larchfield Estate is a stunning 600 acre private walled estate located 20 minutes from Belfast city centre. visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 40km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 28km Distance from Belfast City Centre 22.5km Business centre - Natural daylight in meeting rooms Stables Barn No Wheelchair accessible ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Barn Bar/Lounge Area The Flax Room (Barn) The Stables Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 375 Upper Ballynahinch Road Lisburn BT27 6XL +44 (0) larchfieldestate.co.uk Contact: Sarah Mackie enquiries@larchfieldestate.co.uk 34 The converted barn and stables are perfect for events, conferences, private parties and weddings whilst the extensive grounds offer a wealth of opportunities for corporate clients. There is a fully inclusive event coordination service. The award winning Larchfield Estate offers a wide, flexible range of options for seminars and meetings, corporate team building days, gala events and private dinners in an incredible, atmospheric setting. We believe in offering tailored packages and a high end personalised service to help with the event coordination ensuring you will be superbly looked after. Each event is booked on an exclusive hire basis. Along with complimentary WiFi and free parking, our dedicated events team offers a personal, flexible and efficient service. We are great believers in you having the event that you want, with help and support in organisation if required. With a variety of areas available, from a large stonewalled barn to a more modern stables area, walled gardens, lakes, old deer parks and with exclusive high end accommodation on site, we are suitable for events large and small. Please contact us direct for any further information.

37 Belfast Metropolitan College e3 Building VENUES VENUES At Belfast Met we guarantee memorable and successful events, from large-scale corporate functions to charity, public/private sector meetings and conferences. Situated just ten minutes from Belfast city centre, e3 on the Springfield Road offers an idyllic setting, with ample free parking, for any event. e3 houses modern, spacious and comfortable meeting rooms of various capacities and configurations to suit all business requirements. All rooms are fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. The adjacent Community Learning Centre, also situated within the Springvale Campus, is an award winning building providing conference facilities and office space to all business sectors and community groups. 398 Springfield Road, Belfast BT12 7DU +44 (0) belfastmet.ac.uk Contact: Commercial and Events Manager VENUES USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 22km 10km 5km No ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Main Atrium Seminar Room Training Rooms x Double Training Room Meeting Rooms x Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available. 35

38 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Having closed its doors as a working prison after 150 years in service, Crumlin Road Gaol offers a range of versatile event spaces. ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Lanyon Suite (Old Chapel) Gaol Circle & Wing The Scullery Forbes Boardroom Governors Office Governors Boardroom Matron s Gallery Syndicate Rooms x30 (cells) Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 36

39 VENUES VENUES Crumlin Road Gaol Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast is a unique and alternative venue to truly captivate your guests and delegates. VENUES Crumlin Road Gaol is set against a spectacular backdrop and boasts an entire range of state-of-the-art conferencing and hospitality facilities within the nineteenth century Grade A listed building. Belfast s newest yet most historic tourist attraction closed its doors as a working prison after 150 years in service in Today it offers a range of versatile event spaces for a range of conferences, meetings, exhibitions and events with a range of unique break-out facilities. A professional events team will provide guidance and assistance to tailor your event to your needs. You will have ease of mind with a dedicated point of contact from start to finish ensuring that you impress your guests with a memorable experience. Steeped in history, the Gaol s Old Chapel (Lanyon Suite) is perfect for larger events suitable for up to 350 guests. The Gaol Circle & Wing provides a distinctive and remarkable setting for up to 250 guests. The Scullery, once the Victorian Kitchen, and Matron s Gallery areas are ideal surroundings providing atmospheric settings to suit more intimate gatherings. You can host your meeting in one of the Boardrooms on the Governor s Corridor. Also available are several exclusive syndicate rooms (Gaol Cells) and reception areas. The large exercise yards can also accommodate larger scale events in marquees or open air. Additional Features Bespoke AV equipment and in-house technical staff on hand if required Quality catering with menus that can be tailored to meet your needs, whether for an informal reception or a themed gala dinner. Room hire available on full day and half day rental Optional Guided Tours of the Gaol on the day/evening of your event A step back in time with the option to book Living History Characters to perform at your event Conveniently located with close proximity to all major motorways and just 250 metres from the A12 (Westlink). A large and secure car park is located within the grounds of the Gaol and is complimentary for all visitors and delegates. USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 20.1km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 5.8km Distance from Belfast City Centre 1.7km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Free Car Parking spaces Crumlin Road, Belfast BT14 6ST +44 (0) crumlinroadgaol.com Contact: The Conferencing Team 37

40 VENUES VENUES VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Wellington Park Hotel When it comes to getting down to business, there is nowhere better than the Wellington Park Hotel. Renowned for experienced conference staff along with a thorough knowledge of the conference sector, this hotel is the perfect choice for local, national and international events. Located close to Queen s University, it enjoys an enviable location on the Malone Road. The hotel, which has car parking for 140 cars and coach parking for 3 coaches, is a long established venue featuring flexible meeting space in 15 meeting rooms which range in capacity from 2 to Malone Road, Belfast +44 (0) wellingtonparkhotel.com USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 40km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 8km Distance from Belfast City Centre 1.6km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 75 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) McWilliam Suite McWilliam Suite 1 or Middleton Room Dillon Room x10 syndicate rooms* Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available. *Some rooms interconnecting, doubling space and capacity. Belfast Metropolitan College Titanic Quarter Whether you are organising an intensive networking day or a prestigious conference, Belfast Met can provide the perfect meeting environment. The Titanic Quarter campus, located in the heart of Belfast, is an ideal solution for organisations looking for an inspirational venue. A number of quality meeting rooms are available all year round, including exclusive-use boardroom facilities for high-level meetings and private dining. All function rooms offer natural daylight, balanced air-conditioning and are fully equipped with built-in audio-visual equipment to suit all your business needs. To complement the wide range of facilities, WiFi internet connectivity is available throughout the building. 7 Queens Road, Belfast BT3 9FQ +44 (0) belfastmet.ac.uk Contact: Commercial and Events Manager USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 30.5 km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 2.5km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Central Hall Conference Room Boardroom Lecture Theatre Syndicate / Meeting Rooms (various) Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available. 38

41 VENUES VENUES Maldron Belfast Maldron Belfast boasts 10 conference rooms, accommodating up to 250 delegates. Each room is fully functional with natural daylight and black-out facility. Due to our convenient airport location, Maldron Belfast attracts business and leisure guests from all over the world. Centrally located in the province we are within easy access to a network of main roads and motorways. We can cater for any event be it a conference, training seminar, corporate ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) event etc. At Maldron Belfast you will have the support of a professional and friendly team to organise your event. A dedicated co-ordinator will help you arrange your plans to your own specific requirements. At Maldron Belfast we say You look after business and we will look after you. Belfast International Airport Belfast BT29 4ZY +44 (0) maldronhotelbelfast.com Contact: Karlie Whyte kwhyte@maldronhotels.com VENUES <300 Achillbeg Boardroom Small Syndicate 6 20 Glandore Rathlin Island Half Island Inisheer Inishmurray Inishmore Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 0km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 32km Distance from Belfast City Centre 27km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms

42 VENUES VENUES <300 VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Just five minutes from the centre of Belfast! Excellent, good value transport links to Belfast and beyond Fast processing times we ll make your journey quicker Fast Track security available if you let us know your conference is coming We re here to help follow us on Facebook and Twitter for help along your journey Find out more at 40

43 VENUES VENUES Malone Lodge Hotel The Malone Lodge Hotel is ideal for training, seminars, product launches, boardroom meetings, interviews, team building and brainstorming events as well as small exhibitions. VENUES <300 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET U- Shape CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Full Deramore Suite Deramore 1 Suite Cranmore Suite Cadogan Suite Malone Suite Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 32km 7km 6.5km No All of our meeting rooms offer everything you would expect from a luxurious and contemporary hotel with attentive staff to make your event a success. Nestled between the Lisburn and Malone Roads, our peaceful hotel is in close proximity to Belfast City Centre, and offers easy access to travel routes, motorways, airports and seaports. Our conference team offers a highly personalised approach to meetings and events, trained to offer you a tailored and professional service in addition to highly competitive conference and meeting rates. Believing that sharper organisation makes for better meetings, our aim is to ensure your meeting and event happen when and how you envision them. The Malone Lodge offers state of the art conference and meeting facilities in the heart of South Belfast. Along with the following: air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, complimentary car parking, LCD projector, electronic screens, and newly renovated conference rooms. 60 Eglantine Avenue +44 (0) malonelodgehotelbelfast.com Contact: Carla Hosie events@malonelodgehotel.com 41

44 VENUES VENUES <300 VENUES Park Avenue Hotel visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) The Park Avenue Hotel provides a unique experience for people who are tired of the usual and want something different. Located in the vibrant Belmont area less than 2 miles from Belfast City Hall, all 56 bedrooms have been designed to create an ultra stylish environment yet offering all you would expect from today s modern hotels and more ensuring that your stay is comfortable & enjoyable. Add this to our busy, popular Gelston s Corner bar, our Restaurant, the fitness suite and 16 conference & banqueting suites catering for up to 250 people, you ll soon be enjoying your visit to Belfast in a totally fresh way. The closest hotel to George Best Belfast City Airport or only 18 miles from Belfast International Airport and 8 miles from the Port of Belfast, the hotel is ideally located for your trip to Belfast and offers free WiFi and ample free car parking. 158 Holywood Road Belfast, BT4 1PB +44 (0) parkavenuehotel.co.uk Contact: Mandy Patrick events@parkavenuehotel.co.uk USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 32km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 4km Distance from Belfast City Centre 4km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 56 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Cranethorpe Suite Oxford Suite Oxford Suite Oxford Suite Ashwood Suite (5) Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 42

45 VENUES VENUES Belfast Castle Belfast Castle is a beautiful Baronial building and has secured a well deserved reputation as a unique, high quality function venue. VENUES <300 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Chichester Donegal Ben Madigan/Lanyon Ashley Fisherwick Deerpark Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 28km 11km 7km No Owned and managed by Belfast City Council, Belfast Castle is one of the most spectacular buildings in Belfast offering panoramic views across Belfast Lough. Belfast Castle is a beautiful Scottish Baronial building and has secured a well deserved reputation as a unique, high quality function venue. Belfast Castle is easily accessible from the M2, M3 and M5 and has all the character and charm of a historic building with no compromise on luxury. Belfast Castle offers great value for money conference packages. With conference facilities that will satisfy your every need, this scenic property is a must for anyone organising a conference or seminar. Free advice is offered on all types of function planning. Antrim Road, Belfast BT15 5GR +44 (0) Contact: Brendan Toland, Estates Manager / Cathryn McOscar, Operations Manager bcr@belfastcastle.co.uk 43

46 VENUES VENUES <300 VENUES The Merchant Hotel Having recently won the prestigious AA Hotel of the Year Northern Ireland, the five star Merchant Hotel is a harmonious blend of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco inspired sleek modernity. visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) ROOM THEATRE RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM CABARET U-Shape HOLLOW square BANQUET (ROUNDS 10) BANQUET (ROUNDS 8) AREA (M²) Rita Duffy Suite Rita Duffy Room Rita Duffy Room Rita Duffy Room Jonathan Aiken Room Brian Ballard Room Alan Quigley Room Absolut Roof Garden Great Room Restaurant * 120* varies Private Dining Room Veuve Clicquot Champagne Lounge Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available *120 guests for dinner on a mixture of table sizes 16 Skipper Street, Belfast BT1 2DZ +44 (0) themerchanthotel.com Contact: Paula Stephens paula@themerchanthotel.com 44 Situated in the heart of Belfast city centre this lavish hotel hosts a multitude of amenities. Our exceptional setting provides the perfect space to ensure the success of your event. From our fantastically appointed state-of-the-art meeting rooms, to our unique roof top garden; your business meeting can be tailored to meet your exact requirements. Whether it is for 2 or 200 people, your professional event coordinator and dedicated host on the day will ensure that your event exceeds expectations. Our meetings space boasts in-built sound and vision equipment, Bluetooth technology, high speed wireless broadband along with fully adjustable air conditioning and heating controls are standard throughout. We also offer the latest technology including an Air Purification System which provides an increase in oxygen at the touch of a button. Complementing this is the Colour Psychology Lighting System which allows trainers to create bespoke colour moods to maximise delegate s attention. Fresh menu options and innovative lunch packages cater to personal tastes and dietary needs and are delivered with an unsurpassed level of service.

47 VENUES VENUES National Museums Northern Ireland Entertain your guests surrounded by a stunning collection of Irish art, dine amongst Ireland s most extensive railway collection or host your conference in an Edwardian manor house. VENUES <300 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Cultra Manor Kennedy Room Drawing Room Dining Room Ulster Folk & Transport Museum Irish Railway Gallery * Ulster Museum The Atrium Lecture Theatre Art Galleries , Belfast Room Ulster American Folk Park Ship & Dockside Gallery *Usable floor space LOCATION (Distances from Belfast City Centre) Cultra Manor Ulster Folk & Transport Museum Ulster Museum Ulster American Folk Park Cultra, Holywood BT18 0EU +44 (0) nmni.com Contact: Events Team events@nmni.com 11km 11km 1.5km 117km Each of the National Museums Northern Ireland sites holds striking history and heritage, and can provide inspirational settings for corporate events. The Ulster Museum, located in Belfast, is home to exquisite collections of art, history and natural sciences and offers a wealth of corporate facilities for 20 to 1500 delegates. The contemporary Atrium is perfect for stylish gala dinners whilst the Lecture Theatre provides an ideal environment for seminars and meetings. Only 7 miles from Belfast is Cultra Manor, one of the last mansions of the landed gentry to be built in Ireland. Located within 170 acres of beautiful County Down countryside at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, this Edwardian Manor House is an ideal venue for gala dinners, award ceremonies, conferences and meetings for up to 200 people. The Irish Railway Gallery in the Transport Museum houses one of the finest rail collections in Europe. It offers a spectacular backdrop for large gala dinners surrounded by steam locomotives, passenger carriages and goods wagons. Or transport your guests back to the old and new worlds at the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh, 1.5 hours from Belfast. The Ship & Dockside Gallery is a unique setting for evening events and dinners and will leave the very best of impressions. 45

48 VENUES VENUES <300 VENUES W5 at Odyssey visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) As part of the Odyssey Complex and in the heart of Titanic Quarter, W5 is Ireland s award-winning science and discovery centre. Impressive events begin with an exceptional setting. Add world class facilities, awardwinning customer service and the result is a refreshing and innovative alternative to the standard corporate venue. Situated on the banks of the River Lagan and with breathtaking views of Belfast, W5 is within easy reach of Belfast s transport networks and finest hotels. With some of the most unique and flexible conferencing facilities in Northern Ireland, W5 has played host to lectures, press conferences, live TV broadcasts and formal dinners and receptions so whether you are planning a board meeting for 16, an exclusive reception for 50 or a gala dinner for 200, maybe it s time YOU discovered W5. 2 Queen s Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ +44 (0) w5online.co.uk Contact: Pamela Johnson pamelajohnson@w5online.co.uk USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 35km 3km 1km No ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Lecture Theatre 200 Point Boardroom Seminar 1 & 2 35 each 16 each combined 32 combined Seminar 3 & 4 35 each 16 each combined 32 combined Atrium Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 46

49 VENUES VENUES Malone House Malone House is well noted for its friendly relaxed atmosphere and the excellence of its cuisine. VENUES <300 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Harberton Hillsborowe Hillsborowe Annex Montgomery William Legge Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 27km 14km 6km Malone House is a Georgian Mansion situated in the breathtaking surroundings of Barnett Demesne, South Belfast. Sited on a hilltop, the house commands superb views over some of the most attractive landscapes of the Lagan Valley Regional Park. Its prime location, close to Belfast City Centre and M1 motorway, has turned it into one of Belfast s finest conference venues. With ample free parking and a comprehensive range of facilities, Malone House has a number of function rooms of varying sizes. Malone House has hosted a wide range of events including conferences, meetings, art exhibitions and private dinners. In the main function room, the French doors lead to the flagstone patio area and gardens outside, adding to the flexibility of the venue. Barnett Demesne, Belfast BT9 5PB +44 (0) Contact: Brendan Toland, Estates Manager / Ciara Glennon, Operations Manager mhreception@malonehouse.co.uk 47

50 VENUES VENUES <300 VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Signal Centre of Business Excellence SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence is a unique venue specifically designed to combine style and functionality with a professional ambience. Located just 20 minutes from Belfast, the purpose built state-of-the-art centre is exquisitely designed, boasting conference facilities, an exhibition atrium, high technology IT suite, highly equipped meeting rooms and modern video conferencing facilities. It is the perfect venue for Business Meetings; Conferences; Training; Interviews; Presentations; Exhibitions and Video Conferencing. Full catering facilities provide a high level of service and quality, whether you choose buffet-style breakfasts, fork or finger buffet lunches or banquet dinners, SIGNAL has menus to tantalise your taste buds and suit all budgets. Complimentary on site car parking is also available. 2 Innotec Drive, Balloo Road Bangor, County Down BT19 7PD +44 (0) signalni.com Contact: Nicola Webster Hughes nicola.webster-hughes@northdown.gov.uk USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 46km 14km 17km ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Suite Suite Suite Suite Syndicate Room Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available Ramada Encore Belfast City Centre Contemporary 3* hotel located in the fashionable Cathedral Quarter. The hotel is located close to Belfast Waterfront, Odyssey Arena and Titanic Quarter as well as many popular bars & restaurants. The hotel offers 165 stylish bedrooms with en suite wet room & power shower, workstation with WiFi and 26 flat screen TV - ideal for delegate accommodation. Conference rooms are bright and modern with natural daylight, high ceilings and air-conditioning suitable for up to 110 delegates. Private dining for up to 90 guests. Complimentary WiFi in all meeting rooms. The Hub coffee & cocktail bar is a multifunctional space for drinks receptions, coffee breaks and informal dining. The SQ Bar & Grill overlooking the cosmopolitan piazza - St. Anne s Square - offers an extensive menu using locally sourced produce for conference lunches & private group dinners. Parking available in St. Anne s Square multistorey car park adjacent to the hotel. St. Anne s Square, 20 Talbot Street Belfast BT1 2LD +44 (0) encorebelfast.co.uk Contact: Michelle Davis sales@encorebelfast.co.uk USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 40km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 8km Distance from Belfast City Centre 4km Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 165 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) CS Lewis Oscar Wilde Samuel Beckett Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 48

51 VENUES VENUES The Belfast Barge This unique attraction, afloat on the beautiful banks of the River Lagan behind the Waterfront Hall, brings the past and present together in its stunning museum, multi-use venue space and cafe. VENUES <300 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) The Barge Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 30km 5km < 1km No No Owned and operated by Lagan Legacy, this unique attraction, afloat on the beautiful banks of the River Lagan behind the Waterfront Hall, brings the past and present together in its stunning museum, multi-use venue space and cafe. The Belfast Barge is a truly unique venue in Northern Ireland and offers a perfect location for a conference, seminar, or exhibition. The Barge is a versatile space with a full PA and lighting system and is suitable for all types of events, including receptions and dinners. Capacities range from depending on set up. Lagan Legacy was formed in 2002 to preserve the historical, artistic, industrial and cultural heritage of the River Lagan and the Docklands and to enhance civic pride of the city. The on-board maritime museum was established with the aim to preserve, promote and educate people about Belfast s impressive maritime heritage. This is a venue that not only offers a great space, with top of the range technical specifications, but also showcases the history of Belfast and celebrates local produce in The Galley Cafe. It is within walking distance to the city centre, shops, restaurants and hotels and is fully accessible with lift access. 1 Lanyon Quay, Belfast BT1 3LG +44 (0) belfastbarge.com Contact: Lee Lavis / Mary McKee / Shanan Slow admin@laganlegacy.com 49

52 VENUES VENUES <300 VENUES visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast Business Facilities that say everything about you before you even speak. The perfect location for a conference, business seminar or that unique occasion, the luxurious Meeting and Events facilities at the Fitzwilliam Hotel, provide the ideal setting to ensure your event will be a success. With a choice of 4 bespoke meeting rooms, the hotel boasts some of the most contemporary meeting space the city has to offer the business user. Meeting rooms located on the 9th floor offering natural daylight with stunning city views, state-of-the-art facilities including touch-panel room controls, audiovisual equipment, wireless high-speed internet access. Accommodating events from persons, our superb facilities coupled with on-site support from a dedicated Meetings and Events Team will ensure your event will run smoothly from start to finish. 1-3 Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7BQ +44 (0) fitzwilliamhotelbelfast.com Contact: Stephanie Sheerin ssheerin@fitzwilliamhotelbelfast.com USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport Distance from Belfast City Centre Business centre Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible 32km 5km 0.5km ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Assembly Room Conference Room East Conference Room West Boardroom Reception Area Jurys Inn Belfast City centre location, three star hotel with spacious bedrooms, bar, restaurant and small meeting rooms. Ideal location for event venues. Easy access to the event venues, airports, train station, restaurants, bars and shopping. Perfect for the leisure or business guest. Green Tourism Business Scheme accredited. Jurys Inn Belfast is ideally located in the heart of the city. It s 190 bedrooms are spacious, comfortable and excellent value. Facilities include a friendly bar and restaurant. Meeting rooms ideal for smaller boardroom meetings, training sessions, interviews. Natural daylight and air conditioning as standard. WiFi available in public areas. Fisherwick Place, Great Victoria Street Belfast BT2 7AP +44 (0) belfasthotels.jurysinns.com Contact: Suzanne Bowman / Shauna Smyth suzanne_bowman@jurysinn.com USEFUL INFORMATION Distance from Belfast International Airport 30km Distance from George Best Belfast City Airport 5km Distance from Belfast City Centre 0km Business centre No Natural daylight in meeting rooms Wheelchair accessible Bedrooms 190 ROOM THEATRE BANQUET RECEPTION CLASSROOM BOARDROOM AREA (M²) Lagan Room Murray Suite Grosvenor Suite Clarendon Suite Botanic Suite Titanic Suite Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available 50

53 Mourne Seafood / Home / Belfast Cookery School The Mourne Seafood Bars are known the length and breadth of the country and beyond for serving no nonsense, affordable and delicious locally caught seafood. VENUES VENUES VENUES <300 RESTAURANT CAPACITY MSB downstairs 50 MSB upstairs 45 MSB Oyster Bar 35 Home 130 Cookery School 16 MS Dundrum Main 43 MS Dundrum upstairs 32 (in 2 rooms) Meeting rooms listed are a selection of those available Mourne Seafood Bars The Mourne Seafood Bars are known the length and breadth of the country and beyond for serving no nonsense, affordable and delicious locally caught seafood. With restaurants in Belfast, Dundrum and our new location in Dublin opening in the Spring we have the country covered! Bank Street, Belfast BT1 1HL +44 (0) Main Street, Dundrum BT33 0LU +44 (0) Millennium Tower, Charlotte Quay, Dublin mourneseafood.com Home Restaurant We also have the fantastic Home Restaurant on Wellington Place for fans of feel good food, with a great range of non-seafood, vegetarian and fish dishes. They have a focus on healthy eating and cater for a wide variety of dietary needs. If you haven t tried it yet you need to get round there! Wellington Place, Belfast BT1 6GE +44 (0) homepopup.com Belfast Cookery School The Belfast Cookery School is dedicated to helping those who want to share our passion for food and learn more about the way it should be prepared. Under the expert guidance of our chefs, guests are given a step-by-step lesson in creating a delicious meal which they then enjoy together Castle Street, Belfast BT1 1GH +44 (0) belfastcookeryschool.com 51

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56 EVENT SUPPLIERS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) AUDIO-VISUAL Saville Audio Visual From its base close to Belfast city, the company operates a complete, in-house service for live events, product launches, awards dinners and conferences on any scale, including presentations abroad. Services include stage-set design, projector and LCD/plasma screen hire, plus professional lighting, sound systems, radio mics and high quality video and graphics production. SUPPLIERS Saville Audio Visual is the UK s most experienced supplier of AV hire and conference presentation services, including digital event recording, streaming and webcasting services plus audience voting packages. The quality of Saville customer service is reflected by twenty six national industry awards including Best Conference Equipment Supplier six times in seven years at the Meeting & Incentive Travel Industry Awards. Much useful technical information, case studies and technology news is featured in the latest Saville CONFERENCE magazine. Unit 11, Duncrue Crescent Belfast BT3 9BW +44 (0) saville-av.com Contact: Peter Balloch belfast.hire@saville-av.com DESTINATION MANAGEMENT Bespoke Northern Ireland Add this to our high level of professional service and a commitment to deliver with that special touch, we are your ideal partner for your next event. We are proud of our excellent relationships with quality suppliers and work with the very best of hotels, private stately homes, fine dining experiences and luxury transport providers. Bespoke Northern Ireland will ensure that your clients and delegates will have the very best visitor experience possible. We look forward to working with you! Bespoke Northern Ireland is Belfast s unique DMC specialising in tailormade experiences for your conference, meeting and corporate incentive needs. 54 We offer a full range of MICE services and cover the whole of NI and Dublin. We also specialise in leisure itineraries, special interest groups, golf trips, culture and gourmet breaks, tours and activities. Through our up to date local knowledge we create exciting itineraries and special experiences that are fresh and new and are sure to impress your clients and delegates. +44 (0) (0) bespokenorthernireland.com Contact: Melita Williams melita@bespokenorthernreland.com

57 EVENT SUPPLIERS Professional Conference Organisers Inform Communications Inform Communications has over 30 years experience in event management and its dedicated team of event professionals have organised events and conferences both at home and abroad. Whether it s a large conference or a private dinner for clients, Inform has the expertise to make it happen. SUPPLIERS International business conferences, seminars and workshops, awards dinners, corporate entertainment and incentive trips are among the events which Belfast-based Inform Communications successfully delivers. Strong relationships with conference venues, hotels, restaurants and other industry operators are key to our impressive track record. With a dedicated and passionate event team assigned to each client, we specialise in providing a bespoke, professional and hassle free service to exceed expectation and to help communicate the true personality of your business. When it comes to organising events, Inform s destination management is second to none. By tapping into local knowledge, Inform arranges tours and social programmes alongside main events such as conferences and incentive trips to ensure delegates have a trip to remember. Inform s services include: Event Development, Planning and Delivery Sponsorship and Exhibitor Management Delegate Management and Registration Business and Corporate Travel Venue Finding Social Programmes Speaker Management Financial Management Technical Production Tour Programmes Accommodation Support Marketing, Sales and Promotion PR and Photography 13 University Street, Belfast BT7 1FY +44 (0) informcommunications.com Contact: Ross Licence ross@informcommunications.com 55

58 EVENT SUPPLIERS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Professional Conference Organisers Happening With dynamic teams in Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool and London, we offer a professional range of services that will successfully communicate your objectives through a creative, skilled and cooperative approach which has been built on our commitment to the highest standards of best practice. We work with all levels of budget so please don t hesitate to contact us to see how we can help to make your next event a success. Happening is a multi-disciplined company providing full event management and communication solutions for all types of events. Whether you need a full event management service or wish to pick and mix from our extensive list of services, our team will support you from concept to delivery including: Technical production Stage design Speaker liaison Transport Tour programmes - pre, post and partner tours Accommodation advice and free accommodation booking service Marketing, Sales and promotion including website design and production of e-zines Our Association Management Service supports societies, associations, trade organisations and the not for profit sector by providing a fully outsourced management service to help maintain and develop your membership and grow your organisation. SUPPLIERS Established in 1995, Happening specialises in conference and exhibition management and marketing, tailored to meet the needs of you the customer. Conference and event management Sponsorship management Abstract management on-line submission and review, poster design and production Exhibition design, co-ordination and sales Delegate management and registration Budget preparation and management Venue selection and styling Literature development 9 Wellington Park, Belfast BT9 6DJ +44 (0) happen.co.uk Contact: Anne Doherty anne@happen.co.uk Professional Conference Organisers MCI Group Our combined expertise enables us to offer strategy, creativity and execution in the field of association management, Congress and Exhibition, live communication, meetings and events. MCI is a leading independent, global association, communications and event management company. Our combined expertise enables us to offer strategy, creativity and execution in the field of live communication, meetings, events and incentives and performance improvement programmes. Established in 1977, we have been committed to creating and delivering inspiring events that achieve our clients objectives. Our mission is to help organisations, governments and companies bring people together and experience meaningful connections. Our approach is to blend innovation and creativity with professionalism and processes to create unique, engaging and memorable meetings. We understand that successful event management extends far beyond logistics. Our skills lie in event management, design, technical production, integrated marketing, social media, knowledge transfer and communications. Good to be global, great to be local! Within the MCI Northern Ireland office we offer our clients access to a team of full-time event management professionals who have a wealth of experience and extensive local knowledge across the island of Ireland. Each of our team members are highly skilled in a number of specialist areas that, when combined, will ensure that your objectives are not only met, but exceeded. MCI UK Ltd, Northern Ireland Office Arthur House, 41 Arthur Street Belfast BT1 4GB +44 (0) mci-group.com/uk Contact: belfastpco@mci-group.com 56

59 EVENT SUPPLIERS Travel and Transport Airporter From the MTV Music Awards to the G8 Summit, Airporter has served visitors, tour operators and delegates even a couple of rock stars for good measure! Our Mercedes fleet all come with on board WiFi, power points, air conditioning and darkened privacy glass as standard, and our luxury vehicles are perfect for corporate events & VIP transport. Our award winning team can manage everything from welcoming delegates on arrival to transporting them between venues, from invoice management to 24 hour back up. Airporter has a fleet of Executive Style coaches and provides private transport for conferences and special events, and airport transfers. 1 Bay Road, Culmore Road Derry~Londonderry BT48 7SH +44 (0) airporter.co.uk Contact: Jennifer McKeever SUPPLIERS 57

60 EVENT SUPPLIERS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Travel and Transport Go Global Travel Group Working with us means that you have a one-stop-shop, and extension of your own team, fully dedicated to the success of your program and on call 24/7. developing new ideas and experiences. We make it our business to be knowledgeable and proactively attend to every detail that contributes to the success of your programs. SUPPLIERS We are your partners from the very beginning, from initial contact and itinerary planning and site selection, to the small but important individual requests and details. Our knowledgeable, credible and experienced sales, operations and creative team members have the expertise to make your group program, corporate event, Incentive, convention or meeting successful. From concept and design through flawless operation, we give you the best that each destination has to offer. We take pride in the development of creative program itineraries, making sure all needs, goals and motivational objectives are met. Our services range from program design and event concepts to transportation logistics, recreational activities, cultural excursions, and a myriad of ground handling, entertainment and event production services for deluxe leisure and corporate clients alike. Through our vast connections and partners, we are among the first to learn of new activities and venues, and we are constantly We have the connections to open doors to venues and attractions not available to the public, to arrange preferred seating and services at area restaurants and other venues, to make available the unavailable, all of which allows you to focus on the core components of your meeting, convention, or incentive travel program. We invite you to contact us and join the thousands of satisfied B2B, B2C, corporate and leisure clients who have taken advantage of our services. Derry/Londonderry UK/NI +44 (0) Dublin/Ireland USA USA / Canada (free phone) goglobaltravelpartners.com Contact: Robert Cusack sales@goglobaltravelpartners.com Travel and Transport McComb s Coach Travel & Chauffeur Services and a brand new luxury Volkswagen Caravelle which can hold up to 6 passengers. McComb s is also able to provide supplementary services alongside the transport, including providing designated Event Transport Managers, Meet & Greet Staff and Coach Hosts. To compliment the actual transport which is available, tours of Northern Ireland are also a speciality of McComb s. Tours to Giant s Causeway, and around Belfast are always highly entertaining and enjoyable for delegates, either on a group or individual basis. McComb s Coach Travel offers the epitome of luxury travel. With a fleet of varying sized coaches, and chauffeur cars, McComb s can cater for all transport needs. McComb s Travel has been providing luxury transport to conference groups, and event management companies for 15 years. 58 With a coach fleet varying in size from 16 seats to 51 seats, all sized groups can be accommodated. In 2013 this fleet has been expanded with 2 brand new full size coaches, with full leather interior, and top of the range specification that exceeds the expectations of even the most discerning clients saw the conception of McComb s Chauffeur Services. This offers a brand new top of the range S-Class Mercedes, 2 Lynda Meadows, Jordanstown Newtownabbey +44 (0) mccombscoaches.com Contact: Rodney & Caroline McComb info@mccombscoaches.com

61 EVENT SUPPLIERS Travel and Transport Translink Translink, Northern Ireland s public transport operator, will meet all your executive travel and conference requirements. SUPPLIERS Executive Travel with Translink Translink, Northern Ireland s main public transport operator, will meet all your executive travel and conference requirements whether by luxury coach, minibus or train. Translink operate the largest private hire fleet of vehicles in Northern Ireland, ranging from mini buses to luxury coaches. Groups can also travel by train with discounts of up to 15% and free seat reservations for organised groups of 10 or more. Coach and Bus Hire Call Ulsterbus +44 (0) Call Metro +44 (0) Group Travel by Train Call NIR Travel +44 (0) (0) translink.co.uk 59

62 EVENT SUPPLIERS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Travel and Transport Value Cabs With a fleet of over 600 vehicles we can provide you with a wide range of transportation services to suit your every need. SUPPLIERS Value Cabs Taxi Tours Value Cabs offer a range of tours throughout Northern Ireland with pick-up and drop off from your hotel. Uniformed drivers who pride themselves on their reliable and efficient service. Tours can be pre-booked by telephone (028) Executive and six seater vehicles are also available. 16 Wellington Park +44 (0) valuecabs.co.uk Contact: Paul McCausland 60 Belfast s No.1 Taxi Company. With a fleet of over 600 vehicles we can provide you with a wide range of transportation services to suit your every need. From our Professional Taxi Service to Executive Vehicles, Tours, Multi-Seated Vehicles and Wedding Cars our aim is to provide the best customer service available. There is no surcharge to travel to or from anywhere in Ireland, as long as your journey begins or ends in Belfast. Now Accepting all Major Debit and Credit Cards. It is now even easier to travel by Value Cabs as we are the first company in Northern Ireland to offer Debit/Credit card machines in every vehicle. This allows our customers to pay their fare by card in any of our taxis with the added security of chip and pin. This service is particularly useful to business travellers, tourists, students, shoppers and anyone who is not carrying cash. Please ask your driver for details-card Charge applies.

63 EVENT SUPPLIERS Travel and Transport Chauffeur Car Services We specialize in Executive car transportation and corporate events, such as music events, seminars, and government delegates. SUPPLIERS We look after all the transport for Eurojet s private jets here in Belfast. We organise private tours for cruise ship passengers to Belfast to attractions such as the Giant s Causeway, the Old Bushmills Distillery and Titanic Belfast. We have extensive golf packages for your clients to the many worldclass golf courses in Northern Ireland, made famous by local heroes such as Darren Clark, Rory Mcllroy and Graeme McDowell. We also cover most major hotels for private transport to and from the airports. All our vehicles are all Mercedes S Classes, Mercedes Viano s or Luxury Mercedes sprinters. If this is something that could benefit your clients please do not hesitate to get in touch. 100 Woodburn Road Carrickfergus BT38 9AB +44 (0) chauffeurcarservices.com Contact: David Lyttle info@chauffeurcarservices.com 61

64 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) DISCOVER NI Discover Northern Ireland 62 Giant s Causeway

65 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND DISCOVER NI Of course, there s more than enough to keep business visitors and conference delegates entertained in the city, but if you venture further afield your efforts are sure to be rewarded. Belfast is the gateway to exploring Northern Ireland and beyond the city lies spectacular mountain and coastal scenery, in a land of ancient myth and legend. And the best part is that much of it is within an hour s drive from Belfast. Perfect for a little time out from your busy schedule. discovernorthernireland.com 63

66 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Lisburn Drumbo Park Irish Linen Centre DISCOVER NI Hilden Brewery Hillsborough Castle Set in the beautiful Lagan Valley, the Lisburn area covers 174 square miles of contrasting scenery from the gentle drumlins of the open countryside to its many picturesque towns and villages. The City centre still retains many architectural buildings and streets dating from the 18th century but it is also a lively bustling modern city. 64 Shop Discover the antique shops in Ballinderry, Moira and Hillsborough, which complement the major High Street retail outlets and family businesses in the centre of Lisburn. Hillsborough is also home to an 18thcentury mansion which is now the official residence of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and home to the Royal Family when they visit Northern Ireland. Visitors can take guided tours and see the State Drawing Room and Dining Rooms, silver from HMS Nelson, the extensive rose garden and Europe s largest rhododendron bush. Golf Don t worry about whether to play the front nine or the back nine Lisburn has nine different golf courses catering to all levels of player and every taste imaginable in the game. So get teed up and away you go! Business facilities in Lisburn Lagan Valley Island is one of Northern Ireland s premier venues. A striking purpose built venue, Lagan Valley Island caters for up to 402 people. Located in the heart of Lisburn City in Northern Ireland, Lagan Valley Island is just minutes from the M1 Motorway and just 10 minutes from Belfast City and surrounding areas. With 300 free car parking spaces and the train and bus station within walking distance, the venue is accessible to all. Visit No visit to Lisburn is complete without a night at the races, and visitors can enjoy the hospitality facilities at the Drumbo Park Greyhound Stadium or the prestigious Down Royal Racecourse. Another Lisburn treasure is the Hilden Brewery, Ireland s Oldest Independent Brewery and its Tap Room Restaurant, a unique venue which can be privately hired for any event from barbecues to formal dining. For the latest events and details of visitor attractions in Lisburn visit visitlisburn.com

67 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND North Down Bangor Castle Walled Garden Bangor Marina Blackwood Golf Club Signal Centre DISCOVER NI Bangor, Holywood and Groomsport. Just twenty minutes from Belfast, North Down has a wealth of attractions right on the city s doorstep. Visit Just a skip and a hop from the George Best Belfast City Airport and the docks of Belfast, North Down offers fabulous coastline, stunning scenery, layers of history, plenty of activities, fascinating museums and delicious dining. North Down is remarkable for the diversity of its recreational facilities, which include Bangor Aurora Aquatic & Leisure Complex, Pickie Funpark and Bangor Castle Walled Garden, world-class golf, sailing and water sports - not to mention good old-fashioned walking along the coast and the breath-taking inland sections of the Ulster Way. The combination of first-rate facilities, attractions, culture and heritage in addition to a programme of highly popular events makes North Down a must see destination. Golf From championship parkland courses to a challenging nine-hole round, North Down offers a range of courses to suit all. With the great advantage of stunning scenery including views of Belfast Lough, Mourne Mountains and even Scotland, it s the perfect golfing location. North Down is also home to Ireland s oldest golf club and home club of US Open Champion Rory McIlroy. Producing some of the world s finest golf players on some of the world s finest golf courses golf in North Down is worth checking out! Business Facilities in North Down With a range of excellent conference facilities in North Down to suit all budgets and conference size, you won t be disappointed. SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence, just 20 minutes from Belfast City centre provides state of the art, purpose built conference rooms equip with latest AV equipment and support technicians, accommodates delegates. For further information visit signalni.com. The historic Old Inn in Crawfordsburn combines four hundred years of history with modern business facilities catering for delegates whilst the Clandeboye Lodge Hotel promotes top class business services and facilities in an outstanding setting accommodating up to 450 delegates. The Culloden Estate & Spa offer personalised packages as well as one of Northern Ireland s largest suites accommodating 800 delegates, while more intimate meeting rooms can host 30 delegates. The Marine Court Hotel located in Bangor town centre hosts conferencing facilities and three spacious banqueting suites that can be adapted to meet individual requirements and cater for parties of up to 350 delegates. For the latest events and details of visitor attractions in North Down visit northdowntourism.com 65

68 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Newtownabbey Hazelbank Park Sixmilewater DISCOVER NI Ballyclare Golf Club Mossley Mill Newtownabbey is the gateway to one of the world s greatest road journeys, the Causeway Coastal Route. Get Out and About Newtownabbey s natural landscape makes it an ideal location for all sorts of sporting activities and outdoor pursuits. Coarse fishing is available on the Sixmilewater River while Straid Fishery, Mossley Dam, Trout & About Fishery and Tildarg Fishery all offer trout fishing. Golf Newtownabbey has golf courses for all abilities. If it s practice and tuition you need then the professionals at Ballyearl or Greenacres will do their best to sort out your swing before letting you out for some target practice on the driving range. The 18 hole parkland courses at Ballyclare and Greenacres and the 9 hole courses at Burnfield and Ballyearl provide challenging golf in the rolling County Antrim countryside. Business Facilities Meet at the Mill is established as a venue of excellence, where delegates have found their experience to be as outstanding as the setting of the stunning venue. Meet at the Mill offers a unique blend of modern business space, contemporary furniture and state of the art audiovisual equipment within the restoration of the 19th Century Mossley linen mill. The multifaceted rooms can accommodate intimate bookings and larger events up to 200 delegates, ideal for training sessions, public conferences, meetings, gala dinners, product launches and corporate hospitality. Meet at The Mill also hosts a new 400 seat auditorium, perfect as a lecture theatre for medical conferences and award and graduation ceremonies. It offers cutting edge technology, staging, lighting and in-house technical team to support your meeting, conference or event if required. Located only 10 minutes from Belfast City centre, with excellent transport links to rail and bus services and ample free parking on site. For the latest events and details of visitor attractions in Newtownabbey visit newtownabbey.gov.uk 66

69 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND Antrim Antrim Castle Gardens Lough View Antrim Town Antrim Civic Centre DISCOVER NI Antrim is the Jewel of Lough Neagh and gateway to the largest fresh water lake in the British Isles. Out and About Antrim s central location, superb retail and leisure facilities, rich tapestry of history and friendly welcome make Antrim an ideal venue for conferences and a premier location for business visitors. Belfast International Airport is located only 4 miles from Antrim town centre. George Best Belfast City Airport and the harbours of Larne and Antrim are just 20 minutes drive away. Golf Golfers of all handicaps, and from throughout the world, regularly visit Antrim s three excellent golf courses: Allen Park, Hilton Templepatrick Golf Club and Massereene Golf Club. Dramatic challenges and delightful scenery make each round memorable for players of all ages. Business Facilities Antrim Civic Centre is a spacious and impressive building offering an excellent range of conference and meeting rooms including a Round Tower chamber plus 10 multifunctional rooms equipped with modern visual aids and catering for up to 90 people. Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House are beautiful venues and offer a unique location for a conference or event. The buildings are set in the heart of the historic gardens, recently restored to their original 17th century condition and offering a flexible set up for groups of up to 50. Antrim Borough also has 8 hotels offering an excellent choice of business facilities as well as an exceptional range of high quality accommodation and catering options. Visit From leisurely cruises on Lough Neagh to retail therapy at Junction One International Outlet Centre and Castle Mall, from glorious gardens to relaxation at The Spa at Antrim Forum, Antrim Borough can cater for all business requirements. For the latest events and details of visitor attractions and accommodation in Antrim visit antrim.gov.uk Contact: +44 (0) info@antrim.gov.uk 67

70 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Derry~Londonderry Rathlin Island DISCOVER NI Lower Lough Erne Kesh Enniskillen Castlederg Fermanagh Lakelands Upper Lough Erne City of Derry Airport Strabane Lough Foyle Limavady Derry~Londonderry Londonderry (Walled City of Derry) Tyrone & Sperrins Omagh Sperrin Mountains Causeway Coastal Route Mourne Coastal Route Saint Patrick s Trail 20km Greencastle Magilligan Point Portrush Portstewart Coleraine Lough Neagh Ballymoney Explore more Ballycastle Ballymena Dungannon Lisburn Lurgan Craigavon Portadown Armagh Causeway Coast & Glens Newry Warrenpoint Banbridge Cushendall Glens of Antrim Mourne Mountains Kilkeel Larne Magherafelt Carrickfergus Antrim Newtownabbey Cookstown Belfast International Airport Belfast City Belfast & Greater Belfast Newcastle Belfast Lough Strangford Lough Bangor George Best Belfast City Airport Newtownards Portaferry Downpatrick Northern Ireland is a land of immense variety, with wave swept coastal drives, hazy mountains, vast open moorland, loughs and glassy lakes, heavy with fish. Explore our intriguing towns and villages or cosmopolitan cities, each with their own history and culture. Compact and accessible, it s a region you can tour at your own pace. So take some time out, and go explore. The Saint Patrick Centre Experiential Tourism Pillars in NI A tourism product is what you buy; a tourism experience is what you remember. Experiential tourism shows rather than describes, encourages visitors to participate and draws them into cultures, communities and the outdoors. The tourist becomes an active participant in the experience. In experiential tourism people value their visit because of direct experience. For the visitor this might mean learning a new skill or meeting and engaging with people who are interested in sharing our local culture, but whatever the experience the visitor becomes a hands-on participant not a passive observer. Experiential tourists seek diverse experiences that match their interests and provide a sense of personal accomplishment. Most importantly, these experiences allow visitors to create distinct memories. 68

71 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND Fermanagh Lakelands Titanic Belfast The Giant s Causeway Mourne Mountains DISCOVER NI How should this work in Northern Ireland? Over the past few years Northern Ireland has invested significantly in its tourism offering. We now have some world-class visitor attractions and the infrastructure to support them effectively. These include the Giant s Causeway Visitor Experience, Titanic Belfast, the Mourne Coastal Route, St. Patrick s Trail and the Walled City of Derry~Londonderry, each in their own right a compelling reason to visit the region. We know that these key attractions will generate demand from the U.K., the Republic of Ireland and internationally, so the task now is to further refine the N.I. tourism product to appeal to our best prospect market segments. We can do this through an approach that is both thematic and regional. Northern Ireland is small enough to allow those with specific interests to visit any location within the region. Golfers, for instance, could easily play any courses they wanted to in a single visit. But we also have enough variety to engage tourists who want to visit a specific region. Visitors to the Causeway Coastal Route can engage in a wide variety of activities including walking, water sports, sightseeing, golf, angling, heritage trails and excellent food and drink. We are therefore developing tourism experiences that exploit both thematic and regional opportunities. We have identified four central pillars on which to build thematic experiences. Living Legends includes the story of the Titanic, the legacy of St. Patrick and the 400 year history of Derry~Londonderry appealing to visitors who love discovering the heritage of the places they visit and finding out more about world-renowned legends. Unique Outdoors builds on Northern Ireland s incredible variety of coastal features and inland terrain. As well as some of the best links golf courses in the world we have instant appeal for the growing number of visitors who want to surf, canoe, climb, jump, run, walk or engage in any other adrenaline-fuelled activity. Coasts and Lakes also exploits the superb natural landscape of Northern Ireland encouraging people to enjoy the Fermanagh Lakelands, the beautiful Lough Neagh, Strangford Lough and the famous Causeway Coastal Route and the Mourne Coastal Route. Cultural and Creative Vibe invites visitors into the heart of our cities to discover more about their culture taking in galleries, cafes, museums, theatres, cinemas, festivals, gigs, restaurants, pubs and all the life and soul that makes our cities unique. And running through all these pillars is Naturally NI, providing visitors with the knowledge that anywhere in Northern Ireland, they can escape to a beautiful natural environment at a moment s notice and enjoy the finest produce that the countryside can offer, cooked to perfection. As we begin to structure experiences around these themes, regional economies of scale will emerge. Experience providers will use local knowledge and networks to add value to the tourism package. 69

72 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Mourne Mountains, Co.Down Ulster American Folk Park, Co.Tyrone Peace Bridge, Derry~Londonderry DISCOVER NI An understanding of the needs of each segment will dictate the geographical and conceptual scope of each experience. Regionally structured networks will produce coherent packages that are confident of creating a memorable tourism experience, excellence in all aspects of delivery and repeat business. Derry~Londonderry In 2013, Derry~Londonderry was host to the UK s first ever UK City of Culture. Dating back to the 6th century when St. Colmcille (Columba) founded a monastery, the city has been one of Ireland s continually inhabited settlements and is home to many historical buildings, renowned cultural venues and of course the 400 year old city walls. The city also boasts a thriving musical and literary scene to enjoy along with numerous city walking tours where visitors can relive the past. The current Walled City dates back to the 17th century, when city status was received from the Guilds of London. The history of the city can be discovered in many of the key buildings that are located within the vicinity of or close to the city walls, for example The recently restored Guildhall, St. Columb s Cathedral, Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall, First Derry Presbyterian Church, the Museum of Free Derry and the nearby Bogside murals. For something different at night, the city walls and many of these buildings are beautifully illuminated, with feature lighting showing off the impressive facades. The city also has a lively cultural scene, with numerous galleries and performance venues, as well as renowned festivals and events that take place on a regular basis many of which now take place at the city s newest venue Ebrington Square that is linked to the city by the impressive Peace Bridge. derryvisitor.com cityofculture2013.com Mourne Mountains The Mourne Mountains are home to Slieve Donard, the highest mountain peak in Northern Ireland which rises to a height of 848 metres. This area is known to have been the inspiration for C.S. Lewis land of Narnia in the popular children s books The Chronicles of Narnia. Rich in flora and fauna, it is a paradise for walkers and bird watchers, full of folklore and culture. As an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the area has many outdoor adventure centres providing activities from hill walking, rock climbing and mountain boarding to mountain biking, bouldering, fishing and golf. Indeed the charming seaside town of Newcastle is home to the famous Royal County Down golf course one of the world s top ten links courses. Other golf courses can be found in Ardglass, Warrenpoint and Kilkeel. There are many forest parks in the region two of which are Tollymore and Castlewellan. Both have unique characteristics. At Tollymore the Cedar avenue is magnificent, and there are river, lake and forest trails of differing lengths, whilst Castlewellan is home to the National Arboretum and Annesley Gardens, the hedged Peace maze planted with 6000 yew trees, and the family mountain bike trails. In the upper Mournes are the vast tranquil reservoirs of Silent Valley and Ben Crom. There are many walking trails showcasing the stunning scenery and the 22 mile Mourne wall also runs from peak to peak over some of the highest summits. The towns in the Mournes area have their own stories to tell, such as the fishing villages of Kilkeel and Annalong, Banbridge with its linen industry legacy, Victorian Rostrevor and the historic City of Newry. To the west of Newry lies the Ring of Gullion, also an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 70

73 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND Saint Patrick s Cathedral, Co.Armagh Rams Island, Lough Neagh, Co.Antrim Exploris, Co.Down Enniskillen, Co.Fermanagh This striking landscape is an area steeped in Celtic mythology famed for its rich culture and heritage, and numerous prehistoric and early Christian sites. Strangford Lough Designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Strangford Lough is Northern Ireland s first marine nature reserve and is the British Isles largest sea inlet, internationally renowned for its marine, plant and wildlife. The area is popular with tourists and noted for its scenery and picturesque villages and towns. As well as the main town, Newtownards, at the northern tip of the Lough, other notable examples are Portaferry and Strangford, separated by a short ferry crossing at its southern end. The area is known for its seafood restaurants and cafes and its unique crafts. It is associated with two great Scots, James Hamilton and Hugh Montgomery, who led the settlement of Ards and North Down, laying the foundations for the Plantation of Ulster by Scottish people, whose descendants came to be known as the Ulster-Scots. Activities such as kayaking, fishing and sailing are popular on the Lough, and for the more adventurous the sea safari or canoe trails are a real treat. Activities on land include walking and cycle trails, golf, bird watching and horse riding. There are also many fascinating attractions to be explored and enjoyed. Experience the vast marine life at Exploris Aquarium in Portaferry or spend an afternoon at one of the two National Trust properties in the area, Mount Stewart House and Gardens or Castle Ward, which has mountain bike trails in its grounds. Delamont Country Park offers waymarked walks, a miniature railway and the Millennium or Strangford Stone - the largest megalith in Ireland and Britain - while the large collection of native and exotic water birds and wildlife at the tranquil Castle Espie Wetland Centre offers an amazing outdoor learning experience. Steeped in Christian heritage sites, the Strangford Lough area forms part of the Saint Patrick s driving trail - indeed the area to the south east of the Lough around Downpatrick is commonly known as Saint Patrick s Country due to its close links with the saint, and is known the world over as the burial place of Saint Patrick. Fermanagh Host of the G8 Summit in 2013, Fermanagh is a county defined by water, so it is no surprise that it is Northern Ireland s premier outdoor location for water based activities. Take part in the many water sports that are available, visit some of the many islands dotted around Lough Erne, try your hand at fishing or even hire a cruiser and navigate your way from Enniskillen, along the Shannon-Erne Waterway, which links Upper Lough Erne to the River Shannon in the Republic of Ireland. Fermanagh is excellent cycling country with routes of varying lengths and difficulties through stunning Lakeland scenery, complimented by iconic golf courses and a renowned food product. And don t forget the Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark, home of one of Europe s finest show caves and a natural underground world of rivers, fascinating waterfalls, winding passages and towering chambers. If it is food you like, then Fermanagh is the place to be. Sample the locally produced famous Black Bacon, or alternatively experience and participate in one of the numerous cookery schools in the area such as the Belle Isle Cookery School or DISCOVER NI 71

74 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Mourne Mountains, Co.Down The Sperrins, Co.Tyrone & Co.Derry Strangford, Co.Down DISCOVER NI Orchard Acre Farm. If you want something more relaxing, spend a day experiencing some of the National Trust properties that Fermanagh has to offer such as the Crom Estate, Castle Coole or Florence Court. Spend time learning about the world famous Belleek Pottery or travel back in time discovering the history of the Gaelic Maguires and the towns two regiments at the Enniskillen Castle Museums. fermanaghlakelands.com Tyrone & Sperrins The Sperrins Mountains are the largest and least explored mountain range in Northern Ireland and one of Ireland s premiere ecotourism destinations, with rivers teaming with life, mountains, valleys, forests, lakes and outdoor pursuits. With its scenic windswept hills, Tyrone has a special appeal for walkers, who can then hang up their rucksacks in the Gortin Village hostel and relax after a day s hiking in the congenial main street pubs. Visit the region s newest attraction, Hill of The O Neill & Ranfurly House Arts & Visitors Centre - the hill from which the famous O Neill dynasty ruled Gaelic Ireland for over 300 years utilising a commanding 360 degree view of Ulster. Don t miss out on a trip to the Ulster American Folk Park, an outdoor museum which chronicles the story of emigration during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries; bring to life the various aspects of the emigrant s tale on both sides of the Atlantic. Whether you visit Todds Leap for an electrifying range of adrenaline pursuits, the Beaghmore Stone Circles for a glimpse into the area s ancient past, relax with a holistic treatment at Angel Sanctuary Healing Centre, enjoy a hike in Drum Manor Forest Park or marvel at The Tinnies in Strabane, the Sperrins and Tyrone make for an unforgettable experience. flavouroftyrone.com Lough Neagh and its Waterways In the heart of Northern Ireland you will find Lough Neagh, the largest lake in the British Isles. Lough Neagh captivates visitors with its tranquil atmosphere, unspoilt scenery, secluded bays and skyward views. A haven for wildlife and home to a wealth of flora and fauna, the Lough also has a rich Christian heritage, with the remnants of three round towers and one of the finest high crosses in the whole of Ireland; Ardboe Cross. There is so much to see and do from history and heritage, visitor attractions to land and water based activities including a cycle trail, the Peatlands Park and the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre & Oxford Island Nature Reserve. For those adventure seekers visit Jungle NI and have a go on Ireland s first tree top adventure course, for a truly memorable experience. The richness of the wildflower meadows, woodlands, shoreline and open water means that there is always something special to see. The Lough has two major Islands; Ram s and Coney Island, both of which have significant historic interest. Visitors can explore Lough Neagh on a day trip on The Maid of Antrim, or the Islands of Lough Neagh on the Coney Explorer or the Island Warrior. Lough Neagh is also growing as a major boating and sailing destination and has four main Marinas at Kinnego, Ballyronan, The Battery, and Sandy Bay. discoverloughneagh.com Armagh It may be the smallest of Northern Ireland s six counties but Armagh certainly has no shortage of history, culture and scenic landscapes. Known as the orchard county owing to the rich apple growing country centred around Loughgall in the north, each May the county comes alive with colour and pink flowers in the apple trees, and an annual Apple Blossom Festival celebrates the start of the season. The elegant City of Armagh with its Georgian houses and featured Mall is best known for its rich Christian heritage. 72

75 DISCOVER NORTHERN IRELAND Oxford Island, Lough Neagh Londonderry City of Culture, Co.Derry No.5 Vicars Hill, Co.Armagh Dunluce Castle, Co.Antrim The city is a main destination on the Saint Patrick s Trail and has been known as the spiritual capital of Ireland since the Saint founded his great church in 445 AD on the hill-top where presently the Church of Ireland Cathedral is situated. The city has many sites to be explored and enjoyed. Re-live the battle of Barossa, part of the Napoleonic Wars at the Royal Fusiliers Museum. Discover the coin and art collections on display at No.5 Vicars Hill or visit nearby Armagh Public Library and see the many hidden treasures such as an original copy of Gulliver s Travels and Sir Walter Raleigh s History of the World. Step back in time at Navan Fort situated to the west of the city. This iron age site was once home to the high kings of Ulster and an ancient ceremonial site. Uncover the facts and findings of Emain Macha and learn about the mystical and mythical characters associated with Navan. Explore first hand the remaining mounds, ditches and banks of Emain Macha. The rest of the county also has much to offer to visitors of all interests. The pretty National Trust properties of Ardress House, The Argory and Derrymore House are fine country estates worth exploring. Causeway Coast & Glens The 120 mile Causeway Coastal Route is internationally recognised as one of the Top Five Road Trips in the world adorned with an abundance of coastal villages, beautiful beaches, country parks and exhilarating outdoor activities and indeed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join the route north of Belfast and experience the breath-taking coastline and the romantic landscapes of the enchanting nine Glens of Antrim and the lush forest and country parks. There are also many hidden gems off the beaten track, places that you will almost certainly want to see and visit. On the northern coastline you ll find the Giant s Causeway and it is no surprise that it s a World Heritage Site, a geological wonder, with over 40,000 interlocking basalt columns and a world class innovative visitor centre. Don t miss the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in Ireland, Bushmills Distillery and the 23m deep Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, from where you can enjoy an uninterrupted view across to Rathlin Island and Scotland. Visit Rathlin Island with its striking lighthouses and backdrop which can be reached by a regular ferry service from Ballycastle, Dunluce Castle, a medieval bastion perched on the headland, along the North Antrim Coast surrounded by jaw dropping coastal scenery with historic links to the early Christians, Vikings and Anglo Normans. Visit Mussenden Temple which dates from 1785, located in the beautiful surrounding of Downhill Demesne near Castlerock. It perches on a sea cliff high above the north western coast of Northern Ireland, offering spectacular views westwards over Downhill Strand towards County Donegal. DISCOVER NI 73

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79 DIRECTORY COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE RATING Hotels (continued) Hotel Ibis Belfast City Centre +44 (0) ibisbelfast.co.uk Ungraded Hotel Ibis Belfast Queen s Quarter +44 (0) ibisbelfast.co.uk Ungraded Madison s Hotel +44 (0) madisonshotel.com Ungraded Maldron Hotel +44 (0) maldronhotelbelfast.com Ungraded Marine Hotel Ballycastle +44 (0) marinehotelballycastle.com Ungraded Premier Inn Cathedral Quarter +44 (0) premierinn.com Ungraded Premier Inn City Centre +44 (0) premierinn.com Ungraded Premier Inn Titanic Quarter/City Airport +44 (0) premierinn.com Ungraded Ramada Encore Belfast +44 (0) encorebelfast.co.uk Ungraded The Salty Dog Hotel & Bistro +44 (0) saltydogbangor.com Ungraded Travelodge Belfast Central +44 (0) travelodge.ie Ungraded Venues Purpose Built, Academic, Unique and Unusual Assembly Buildings +44 (0) assemblybuildings.co.uk Ballywalter Park +44 (0) ballywalterpark.com Belfast Castle +44 (0) belfastcity.gov.uk/belfastcastle Belfast Metropolitan College E3 Building +44 (0) belfastmet.ac.uk Belfast Metropolitan College TQ +44 (0) belfastmet.ac.uk Belfast Waterfront Conference Centre +44 (0) waterfront.co.uk Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction +44 (0) crumlinroadgaol.com and Conference Centre Down Royal Racecourse +44 (0) downroyal.com King s Hall Complex +44 (0) kingshall.co.uk Larchfield Estate +44 (0) larchfieldestate.co.uk DIRECTORY Malone House +44 (0) malonehouse.co.uk The Mill Conway Street +44 (0) facebook.com/thepeoplesmill Montalto Estate +44 (0) montaltoestate.com The Mount Business +44 (0) the-mount.co.uk & Conference Centre Northern Ireland Science Park +44 (0) nisp.co.uk Odyssey Arena +44 (0) odysseyarena.com Queen s University +44 (0) qub.ac.uk SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence +44 (0) signalni.com Spectrum Centre +44 (0) spectrumcentre.com St George s Market +44 (0) belfastcity.gov.uk/stgeorgesmarket Stranmillis University College +44 (0) stran.ac.uk 77

80 DIRECTORY visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Venues Purpose Built, Academic, Unique and Unusual (continued) T13 Urban Sports Academy +44 (0) t13.tv Titanic Belfast +44 (0) titanicbelfast.com Titanic s Dock & Pump-House +44 (0) titanicsdock.com Ulster Rugby +44 (0) ulsterrugby.com Venues Arts and Entertainment Aisling Ghéar Theatre Company +44 (0) aislingghear.com An Droichead +44 (0) androichead.com Balmoral Park +44 (0) balmoral-park.co.uk Belfast Print Workshop +44 (0) belfastprintworkshop.org.uk Black Box +44 (0) blackboxbelfast.com Craft & Design Collective - SPACE Craft +44 (0) craftanddesigncollective.com Craft NI +44 (0) craftni.org Crescent Arts Centre +44 (0) crescentarts.org Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich +44 (0) culturlann.ie Golden Thread Gallery +44 (0) goldenthreadgallery.co.uk Grand Opera House +44 (0) goh.co.uk The Lyric Theatre +44 (0) lyrictheatre.co.uk The MAC +44 (0) themaclive.com Movie House Cinemas +44 (0) moviehouse.co.uk DIRECTORY Odeon Cinema +44 (0) odeon.co.uk PLACE +44 (0) placeni.org PRONI +44 (0) proni.gov.uk QSS Studios & Gallery +44 (0) queenstreetstudios.net Queen s Film Theatre (QFT) +44 (0) queensfilmtheatre.com Strand Arts Centre +44 (0) strandartscentre.com T13 Urban Sports Academy +44 (0) t13.tv Ulster Hall +44 (0) ulsterhall.co.uk Ulster Scots Community Network +44 (0) ulsterscotsagency.com War Memorial Gallery +44 (0) niwarmemorial.org Young at Art +44 (0) youngatart.co.uk 78

81 DIRECTORY COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Sports Venues Balmoral Golf Club +44 (0) balmoralgolf.com Drumbo Park Greyhound Stadium +44 (0) drumbopark.com Dundonald International Ice Bowl +44 (0) theicebowl.com Malone Golf Club +44 (0) malonegolfclub.co.uk Rockmount Golf Club +44 (0) rockmountgolfclub.co.uk Royal Belfast Golf Club +44 (0) royalbelfast.com Ulster Rugby +44 (0) ulsterrugby.com Visitor Attractions The Argory +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/argory Armagh Museum +44 (0) nmni.com Armagh Planetarium +44 (0) armaghplanet.com Aunt Sandra s Candy Factory +44 (0) auntsandras.com The Belfast Barge +44 (0) belfastbarge.com Belfast Cathedral +44 (0) belfastcathedral.org Belfast Zoo +44 (0) belfastzoo.co.uk Castle Ward +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/castleward City Life Centre +44 (0) citylifecentre.com Clifton House Heritage Centre +44 (0) cliftonbelfast.org.uk Clonard Monastry +44 (0) clonard.com Cultúrlann Mac Adam Ó Fiaich +44 (0) culturlann.ie Crumlin Road Gaol +44 (0) crumlinroadgaol.com Down County Museum +44 (0) downcountymuseum.com DIRECTORY Giants Causeway +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/giants-causeway Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/carrick-a-rede Glenarm Castle +44 (0) glenarmcastle.com Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland +44 (0) grandorangelodge.co.uk Schomberg House Grey Abbey House & Gardens +44 (0) greyabbeyhouse.com Hillsborough Castle +44 (0) gov.uk/hillsborough-castle Island Turf Crafts Visitor Centre +44 (0) islandturfcrafts.com Lagan Boat Company +44 (0) laganboatcompany.com Linen Hall Library +44 (0) linenhall.com Mount Stewart +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/mount-stewart 79

82 DIRECTORY visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Visitor Attractions (continued) Odyssey Pavilion +44 (0) theodyssey.co.uk The Oh Yeah Music Centre +44 (0) ohyeahbelfast.com Old Bushmills Distillery Co Ltd +44 (0) bushmills.com Parliament Buildings, Stormont +44 (0) niassembly.gov.uk Patterson s Spade Mill +44 (0) ntni.org.uk Queen s Welcome Centre +44 (0) queenseventus.com/queenswelcomecentre Rowallane Garden +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/rowallane-garden The Royal Ulster Rifles Museum +44 (0) S.S. Nomadic +44 (0) nomadicbelfast.com Sheans Horse Farm Heritage +44 (0) sheanshorsefarm.com & Historical Centre Springhill +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/springhill Steam Trains Ireland +44 (0) steamtrainsireland.com The Steensons Workshop & Gallery +44 (0) thesteensons.com Streamvale Farm +44 (0) streamvale.com Titanic Belfast +44 (0) titanicbelfast.com Ulster American Folk Park +44 (0) nmni.com Ulster Folk & Transport Museum +44 (0) nmni.com Ulster Historical Foundation +44 (0) ancestryireland.com Ulster Museum +44 (0) nmni.com Ulster-Scots Agency +44 (0) ulsterscotsagency.com DIRECTORY W5 +44 (0) w5online.co.uk The White House Preservation Trust +44 (0) thewhitehouseni.com WWT Castle Espie +44 (0) wwt.org.uk Activity Providers Battlefield Sports NI +44 (0) battlefieldsportsni.com Belfast Cookery School +44 (0) belfastcookeryschool.com Bryson LaganSports +44 (0) brysongroup.org Clearsky Adventure Centre +44 (0) clearsky-adventure.com Colin Glen Trust +44 (0) colinglentrust.org Community Watersports CIC (Titanic Wake) +44 (0) cableandwake.com Eddie Irvine Sports +44 (0) eddieirvinesports.com 80

83 DIRECTORY COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Activity Providers (continued) Ireland Off Road Experience +44 (0) irelandoffroadexperience.com James Street South Cookery School +44 (0) jamesstreetsouth.co.uk The Jungle NI +44 (0) thejungleni.com Kellys Mobile RollerSkating +44 (0) kellysrollerskating.co.uk Mobile Team Adventure +44 (0) mobileteamadventure.co.uk Nutts Corner Circuit +44 (0) nuttscornercircuit.com Ocean Youth Trust Ireland +44 (0) oyti.org Sheans Horse Farm Riding School +44 (0) sheanshorsefarm.com & Trekking Centre Todds Leap +44 (0) toddsleap.com T (0) t13.tv Ulster Grand Prix +44 (0) ulstergrandprix.net Youth Hostels Arnies Backpackers +44 (0) arniesbackpackers.co.uk Belfast International Hostel +44 (0) hini.org.uk Farset International +44 (0) farsetinternational.co.uk Tour Operators / Ground Handlers Allens Tours +44 (0) allenstours.co.uk Away A Wee Walk +44 (0) awayaweewalk.com Belfast Attractions +44 (0) belfastcityattractions.co.uk Belfast Bike Tours +44 (0) belfastbiketours.com Belfast Cabs +44 (0) belfastcabs.com DIRECTORY Belfast Chauffeur Executive Car Hire +44 (0) belfastchauffeur.com Belfast City Bike Tours +44 (0) belfastcitybiketours.com Belfast City Sightseeing Ltd +44 (0) belfastcitysightseeing.com Belfast City Tours +44 (0) titanicbustours.com Belfast Compass Tours +44 (0) belfastcompasstours.com Belfast Famous Black Cab Tours.com +44 (0) / +44 (0) belfastfamousblackcabtours.com Belfast Mural Tours +44 (0) belfastmuraltours.com Belfast Pub Tours +44 (0) belfastpubtours.com Belfast Walking Tours & Coach Guide Services +44 (0) / +44 (0) belfast-city-walking-tours.co.uk Bespoke Northern Ireland +44 (0) bespokebelfast.com 81

84 DIRECTORY visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Tour Operators / Ground Handlers (continued) Between Rocks and Hard Places +44 (0) bgs.ac.uk/gsni/landscape Landscape Tours The Black Cab Tour +44 (0) touringaround belfast.com Cab Tours NI +44 (0) cabtoursni.com Chauffeur Car Services +44 (0) chauffeurcarservices.com Chauffeur Royale +44 (0) chauffeurroyale.com City and Causeway Tours.com +44 (0) cityandcausewaytours.com Coiste Belfast Political Tours +44 (0) coiste.com Experience Ards +44 (0) ards-council.gov.uk Experience Belfast +44 (0) experiencebelfast.com Family Ulster +44 (0) tourulster.com Game of Thrones Locations Tour +44 (0) citytoursbelfast.com Go Global Travel Partners +44 (0) goglobaltravelpartners.com Harpers Taxi Tours +44 (0) harperstaxitours.com Irish Cab Tours +44 (0) irishcabtours.com Lagan Boat Company +44 (0) laganboatcompany.com Local Tours by Local Guides +44 (0) localtoursbylocalguides.co.uk Matthews Coach Hire +353 (0) matthews.ie McCombs Executive Travel & Tours +44 (0) mccombscoaches.com N.I. Tourist Guide Association +44 (0) bluebadgeireland.org Paddywagon Tours +44 (0) paddywagontours.com DIRECTORY Quinns Executive & Luxury Coach Tours +44 (0) quinnscoachhire.com Richard Hayward Walking Tour +44 (0) clementswriting.com Secret Chambers Tours / Ghost Walk Belfast +44 (0) belfastghosttour.com Segway Tours NI +44 (0) segwayni.co.uk Titanic Walking Tour +44 (0) titanicwalk.com Travel Ireland Coach Tours Ltd +44 (0) odysseycoachtours.co.uk Travel Solutions of Belfast +44 (0) travel-solutions.co.uk Treasure Trails Northern Ireland +44 (0) treasuretrails.co.uk West Belfast Taxi Association - Taxitrax +44 (0) taxitrax.com Professional Conference Organisers / Event Management Abbey Conference & Corporate abbeyconferenceandcorporate.ie Aurora Events and Marketing +44 (0) auroraevents.co.uk 82

85 DIRECTORY COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Professional Conference Organisers / Event Management (continued) Conference Partners Ltd conferencepartners.ie Contendam +44 (0) contendam.com Event-ful +44 (0) event-ful.co.uk Eventus +44 (0) queenseventus.com Hampton Medical Conferences +44 (0) hamptonmedical.com Happening +44 (0) happen.co.uk Inform Communications +44 (0) informcommunications.com Kenes UK +44 (0) kenes.com/uk MCI Group Belfast +44 (0) mci-group.com Morrow Communications +44 (0) morrowcommunications.com PR / Marketing & Advertising Ardmore Advertising & Marketing LTD +44 (0) ardmore.co.uk CMPR +44 (0) / +44 (0) cathymartinpr.com Genesis Advertising Ltd +44 (0) genesis-advertising.co.uk McCadden +44 (0) mccadden.co.uk Toner Marketing Agency +44 (0) tonermarketing.co.uk Language / Translation Services Foras na Gaeilge +44 (0) gaeilge.ie International House +44 (0) ihbelfast.com Sound / Staging & Lighting DIRECTORY Moonlighting +44 (0) moonlighting-ni.co.uk Stagecrew +44 (0) stage-crew.co.uk Audio/Visual Corporate AV Hire +44 (0) cavh.co.uk Focus Audio Visual +44 (0) focusav.co.uk NIAVAC LTD +44 (0) niavac.com Saville Audio Visual +44 (0) saville-av.com Event Insurance Hiscox Event Insurance +44 (0) hiscox.co.uk/events 83

86 DIRECTORY visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Design / Display & Exhibition Designco +44 (0) rmcdesignco.com Excite, Exhibition and Display +44 (0) excitedisplay.co.uk Scenedock Ltd +44 (0) scenedockni.co.uk Turning Technologies +44 (0) turningtechnologies.com Warwick Corporate Clients Ltd +44 (0) wce.co.uk Promotional Merchandise Partridge Peartree Promotions Ltd +44 (0) partridge-peartree.com Entertainment Andersonstown Traditional & +44 (0) andersonstownmusicschool.com Contemporary Music School An Droichead +44 (0) androichead.com Belfast Community Circus School +44 (0) belfastcircus.org Belfast Community Gospel Choir +44 (0) bcgc.biz Belfast Swing/Jazz Orchestra +44 (0) Belfast Trad +44 (0) belfasttrad.com Emma Reynolds Music +44 (0) emmareynoldsmusic.com The Entertainment Company +44 (0) theentertainmentco.org NI Opera +44 (0) niopera.com Ulster Orchestra +44 (0) ulsterorchestra.com DIRECTORY Training & Team Building P Thornberry Solutions Ltd +44 (0) pthornberrysolutions.com Car Hire Courtesy Vehicle Solutions Ltd +44 (0) courtesyvehiclesolutions.com Enterprise Rent A Car +44 (0) enterprise.com Europcar +44 (0) europcar.co.uk Rhino Car Hire +44 (0) rhinocarhire.com Catering Posh Nosh +44 (0) poshnoshireland.com Yellow Door +44 (0) yellowdoordeli.co.uk 84

87 DIRECTORY COMPANY TELEPHONE WEBSITE Coach Hire Airporter +44 (0) airporter.co.uk Allen s Executive Coach Hire +44 (0) allensbelfastbustours.com Belfast Bus Company +44 (0) belfastbuscompany.com Belfast United Bus Company +44 (0) unitedbuscompany.com Compass Coach Travel +44 (0) compasscoachtravel.com Federation of Passenger Transport NI Ltd +44 (0) fptni.org Matthews Coach Hire +353 (0) matthews.ie McCombs Executive Travel & Tours +44 (0) mccombscoaches.com Translink Coach Hire +44 (0) translink.co.uk/privatehire Taxi Hire Value Cabs +44 (0) valuecabs.co.uk BelfastAirportTaxis.com +44 (0) belfastairporttaxis.com Fonacab +44 (0) fonacab.com Chauffeur Hire Value Cabs +44 (0) valuecabs.co.uk Belfast Chauffeur Executive Car Hire +44 (0) belfastchauffeur.com Chauffeur Car Services +44 (0) chauffeurcarservices.com Chauffeur Royale +44 (0) chauffeurroyale.com Local Tours by Local Guides +44 (0) localtoursbylocalguides.co.uk Transport Carriers DIRECTORY Aer Lingus aerlingus.com Belfast International Airport +44 (0) belfastairport.com flybe +44 (0) flybe.com George Best Belfast City Airport +44 (0) belfastcityairport.com Port of Belfast +44 (0) belfast-harbour.co.uk Stena Line +44 (0) stenaline.com Translink +44 (0) translink.co.uk United Airlines +44 (0) united.com 85

88 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) REGIONAL VENUES Regional Venue Listings 86

89 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS REGIONAL VENUES 87

90 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Regional Venue Listings VENUE NAME TELEPHONE WEBSITE BUSINESS FACILITIES (MAX DELEGATES) Co.Antrim Adair Arms Hotel +44 (0) adairarms.com 250 Antrim Civic Centre +44 (0) antrim.gov.uk 90 Balmoral Hotel +44 (0) balmoralhotelbelfast.co.uk 400 Ballymac Hotel +44 (0) ballymac.com 100 Bayview Hotel +44 (0) bayviewhotelni.com 40 Beechlawn Hotel +44 (0) beechlawnhotel.com 300 Magherabuoy House Hotel +44 (0) magherabuoy.co.uk 500 Bushmills Inn +44 (0) bushmillsinn.com 40 Clotworthy House +44 (0) antrim.gov.uk 50 Corrs Corner Hotel +44 (0) corrscorner.com 250 Causeway Hotel +44 (0) giants-causeway-hotel.com 100 Chimney Corner Hotel +44 (0) chimneycorner.co.uk 250 Clarion Hotel Carrickfergus +44 (0) clarioncarrick.com 600 Dunadry Hotel +44 (0) mooneyhotelgroup.com 400 Dunsilly Hotel +44 (0) dunsillyhotel.com 250 Ecos Millennium +44 (0) ballymena.gov.uk 120 Environmental Centre Galgorm Resort & Spa +44 (0) galgorm.com 500 Hastings Ballygally +44 (0) hastingshotels.com 200 Castle Hotel Houston s Mill +44 (0) broughshane.org.uk 70 Lagan Valley Island +44 (0) lisburncity.gov.uk 400 Conference and Arts Centre Leighinmohr House Hotel +44 (0) leighinmohrhotel.com 350 Londonderry Arms Hotel +44 (0) glensofantrim.com 100 REGIONAL VENUES Meet at the Mill +44 (0) newtownabbey.gov.uk/ 400 meetatthemill Premier Inn Hotel +44 (0) premierinn.com 20 Ramada Portrush +44 (0) ramadaportrush.com 100 Royal Court Hotel +44 (0) royalcourthotel.co.uk 300 Templeton Hotel +44 (0) templetonhotel.com 300 The Hilton Templepatrick Hotel +44 (0) hilton.com/templepatrick 500 The Old Courthouse +44 (0) antrim.gov.uk 188 Tullyglass House Hotel +44 (0) tullyglass.com 1,400 88

91 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS VENUE NAME TELEPHONE WEBSITE BUSINESS FACILITIES (MAX DELEGATES) Co.Armagh Amma Centre +44 (0) ammacentre.org Armagh City Hotel +44 (0) mooneyhotelgroup.com 1,200 Armagh Planetarium +44 (0) armaghplanet.com 100 Ashburn Hotel +44 (0) theashburnhotel.com 200 Charlemont Arms Hotel +44 (0) charlemontarmshotel.com 150 Craigavon Civic Centre +44 (0) craigavon.gov.uk/council/ 520 civic.asp Edenmore Golf & Country +44 (0) edenmore.com 200 Club Conference Centre Lough Neagh Discovery +44 (0) oxfordisland.com 200 Centre Market Place Theatre +44 (0) marketplacearmagh.com 390 Navan Centre +44 (0) armagh.gov.uk/navan-centre-fort 125 Newry Arts Centre +44 (0) newryandmourne.gov.uk 150 Seagoe Hotel +44 (0) seagoe.com 500 Ti Chullain Cultural +44 (0) tichullain.com 250 Activity Centre The Courtrooms +44 (0) courtrooms.com 160 Co.Londonderry Beech Hill Country +44 (0) beech-hill.com 100 House Hotel Best Western Plus +44 (0) whitehorsehotel.biz 500 White Horse Hotel Brown Trout Hotel +44 (0) browntroutinn.com 50 Bushtown Hotel +44 (0) bushtownhotel.com 300 City Hotel +44 (0) cityhotelderry.com 350 Craft Village +44 (0) derrycraftvillage.com 100 Culturlann Ui Chanain +44 (0) culturlann-doire.ie 150 Drenagh Estate +44 (0) drenagh.com 70 Drummond Hotel +44 (0) drummondhotel.com 275 Hastings Everglades Hotel +44 (0) hastingshotels.com 400 Lodge Hotel & Travelstop +44 (0) thelodgehotel.com 350 REGIONAL VENUES Millennium Forum +44 (0) millenniumforum.co.uk 1,040 Portneal Lodge +44 (0) portneallodge.co.uk 60 Roe Park Resort +44 (0) roeparkresort.com

92 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) VENUE NAME TELEPHONE WEBSITE BUSINESS FACILITIES (MAX DELEGATES) Co.Londonderry (continued) Ramada Da Vinci s Hotel +44 (0) davincishotel.com 100 Springhill House +44 (0) ntni.org.uk 80 St Columbs Hall +44 (0) stcolumbshall.com 300 The Guildhall +44 (0) derrycity.gov.uk 600 The Playhouse +44 (0) derryplayhouse.co.uk 175 The Terrace Hotel +44 (0) theterracehotel.com 90 Tower Hotel +44 (0) towerhotelderry.com 250 University of Ulster, +44 (0) ulster.ac.uk 150 Magee Campus University of Ulster, Coleraine +44 (0) ulster.ac.uk 1,000 Verbal Arts Centre +44 (0) verbalartscentre.co.uk 120 Walsh s Hotel +44 (0) walshshotel.com 150 Waterfoot Hotel +44 (0) waterfoothotel.com 380 Waterside Theatre +44 (0) watersidetheatre.com 372 Co.Down Annalong Cornmill & Harbour +44 (0) cornmillquay.com 100 Ards Arts Centre +44 (0) ards-council.gov.uk 100 Ballywalter Park House +44 (0) ballywalterpark.com 100 Bannville House Hotel +44 (0) bannvillehouse.co.uk 250 Belmont Hotel +44 (0) belmont-hotel.com 200 Burrendale Hotel, +44 (0) burrendale.com 350 Country Club & Spa Canal Court Hotel +44 (0) canalcourthotel.com 550 Castle Espie +44 (0) wwt.org.uk/castleespie 90 Castle Ward House +44 (0) ntni.org.uk 250 REGIONAL VENUES Clandeboye Lodge Hotel +44 (0) clandeboyelodge.com 450 Culloden Estate and Spa +44 (0) hastingshotels.com 600 Cultra Manor +44 (0) uftm.org.uk 200 Down County Museum +44 (0) downcountymuseum.com 110 Downshire Civic Centre +44 (0) downdc.gov.uk 80 Ganaway Centre +44 (0) boys.brigade.org.uk 80 Grey Abbey House +44 (0) greyabbeyhouse.com 40 Hastings Culloden +44 (0) hastingshotels.com 1,000 Estate and Spa 90

93 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS VENUE NAME TELEPHONE WEBSITE BUSINESS FACILITIES (MAX DELEGATES) Co.Down (continued) Hastings Slieve Donard +44 (0) hastingshotels.com 900 Resort & Spa Kilmorey Arms Hotel +44 (0) kilmoreyarmshotel.co.uk 200 Kirkistown Castle Golf Club +44 (0) linksofkirkistown.com 30 La Mon Hotel & +44 (0) lamon.co.uk 1,000 Country Club Marine Court Hotel +44 (0) marinecourthotel.net 350 Millbrook Lodge Hotel +44 (0) millbrooklodge.co.uk 400 Mount Stewart House +44 (0) ntni.org.uk 100 and Gardens Narrow Water Castle +44 (0) narrowwatercastle.com 150 Old Town Hall, Banbridge +44 (0) banbridge.com 100 Portaferry Hotel +44 (0) portaferryhotel.com 56 Royal Hotel +44 (0) royalhotelbangor.com 150 Signal Business Centre +44 (0) northdown.gov.uk 120 Sketrick House +44 (0) ardsbusiness.com 60 Somme Heritage Centre +44 (0) irishsoldier.org 40 St. Patrick Centre +44 (0) saintpatrickcentre.com 120 Strangford Arms Hotel +44 (0) strangfordhotel.com 72 The Donard Hotel +44 (0) donardhotel.co.uk 120 The Downshire Arms Hotel +44 (0) downshirearmshotel.com 120 The Old Inn +44 (0) theoldinn.com 120 Tollymore National Outdoor Centre +44 (0) tollymore.com 80 Ulster Folk & +44 (0) uftm.org.uk 180 Transport Museum Co.Fermanagh Belle Isle Castle & +44 (0) belle-isle.com 60 Cookery School Blessingbourne Country Estate +44 (0) blessingbourne.com 60 Castle Coole +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-coole 80 Crom Estate National Trust +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/crom 100 REGIONAL VENUES Donn Carragh Hotel +44 (0) donncarragh.com 300 Enniskillen Hotel +44 (0) enniskillenhotel.com 181 Florence Court +44 (0) nationaltrust.org.uk/florence-court 60 Killyhevlin Hotel +44 (0) killyhevlin.com

94 REGIONAL VENUE LISTINGS visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) VENUE NAME TELEPHONE WEBSITE BUSINESS FACILITIES (MAX DELEGATES) Co.Fermanagh (continued) Lough Erne Resort +44 (0) lougherneresort.com 400 Lusty Beg Island +44 (0) lustybegisland.com 300 Mahon s Hotel +44 (0) mahonshotel.com 400 Manor House Country Hotel +44 (0) manorhousecountryhotel.com 400 Railway Hotel +44 (0) railwayhotelenniskillen.com 100 Rossahilly House & Barn +44 (0) rossahillyhouse.com 120 Share Discovery Village +44 (0) sharevillage.org 400 The Belmore Court & Motel +44 (0) motel.co.uk 50 West Wing at Crom Castle +44 (0) cromcastle.com 75 Westville Hotel +44 (0) westvillehotel.com 250 Co.Tyrone Alley Arts and Conference Centre +44 (0) alley-theatre.com 270 The Argory +44 (0) ntni.org.uk 50 Ballysaggart Business +44 (0) dungannonwest.com 30 Complex The Burnavon Arts & Cultural Centre +44 (0) burnavon.com 350 The Cohannon Inn +44 (0) cohannon.com 150 Corick House Hotel & Spa +44 (0) corickcountryhouse.com 600 Dungannon Enterprise +44 (0) dungannonenterprise.com 30 Centre Fir Trees Hotel +44 (0) firtreeshotel.net 300 Glenavon House Hotel +44 (0) glenavonhotel.co.uk 500 Greenvale Hotel +44 (0) greenvalehotel.com 250 Hill of the O Neill & Ranfurly +44 (0) dungannon.info 98 House Arts & Visitor Centre Mellon Country Hotel +44 (0) melloncountryhotel.com 500 REGIONAL VENUES Royal Hotel +44 (0) theroyal-hotel.com 200 The Ryandale +44 (0) theryandale.com 500 Silverbirch Hotel +44 (0) silverbirchhotel.com 230 Strule Arts Centre +44 (0) struleartscentre.co.uk 396 Tullylagan Country House +44 (0) tullylaganhotel.com 140 Ulster American Folk Park +44 (0) nmni.com/uafp 120 The Valley Hotel +44 (0) thevalleyhotel.com

95 GETTING TO BELFAST Getting to Belfast 93 GETTING HERE

96 GETTING TO BELFAST visit-belfast.com/conference +44 (0) Getting to Belfast Cave Hill, Belfast By Air George Best Belfast City Airport The airport is situated just three miles from Belfast City Centre. The Airport Express 600 bus service runs from the airport terminal to the city centre every 20 minutes ( ) Monday to Friday. (Please check the timetable for services on Saturdays and Sundays). Belfast International Airport Belfast International Airport at Aldergrove is 30 minutes drive via the M2 Motorway. The Airbus service 300 operates between the airport and Belfast City Centre every 15 minutes during peak times Monday to Friday, every 20 minutes on Saturday and at 30 or 60 minute intervals on a Sunday. Please check the timetable for services during off peak times and weekends. Airport Transfers +44 (0) airporter.co.uk By Rail Enterprise Service The Enterprise service runs 8 times daily (5 times on Sundays) from Dublin to Belfast. The journey time is approximately 2 hours. +44 (0) Enterprise tickets and seat reservations +44 (0) translink.co.uk By Bus GETTING HERE 94 By Sea Belfast is easily accessed by sea with crossings from both Scotland and England. Travel by state of the art superfast ferries with journey times from just 2 hours 15 minutes. Dublin Airport Express Coach Service Dublin Airport Express Coach Service operates from Dublin Airport 24 hours a day, with a journey time of approximately 2 hours. +44 (0) translink.co.uk

97 GETTING TO BELFAST Getting to Belfast Scheduled Airline Services International Access Ferry Reservations George Best Belfast City Airport belfastcityairport.com +44 (0) FlyBE flybe.com +44 (0) Aberdeen Birmingham Cardiff Edinburgh Exeter Glasgow Inverness Isle of Man Belfast International Airport belfastairport.com +44 (0) easyjet easyjet.com +44 (0) Alicante Amsterdam Barcelona Birmingham Bristol Bordeaux Edinburgh Faro Geneva Glasgow Ibiza Jersey Jersey Leeds/ Bradford London Gatwick Manchester Newcastle Newquay Southampton East Midlands Paris, CDG (via Exeter) Citywing citywing.com +44 (0) Isle of Man Blackpool (via IoM) Gloucester (via IoM) Krakow Liverpool London Gatwick London Luton London Stansted Malaga Malta Manchester Newcastle Nice Palma (Majorca) Paris Charles de Gaulle Verona Jet2 jet2.com +44 (0) Alicante Dubrovnik Faro Scheduled Ferry Sailings British Airways britishairways.com +44 (0) London Heathrow Aer Lingus aerlingus.com +44 (0) London Heathrow London Gatwick Malaga Faro Palma de Mallorca Geneva Ibiza Lanzarote Malaga Menorca (Mahon) Murcia Palma Majorca Pisa Reus Salzburg Tenerife United united.com +44 (0) New York/ Newark With 158 European and International destinations servicing both Belfast and Dublin and 26 direct UK Flights into Belfast, the city is easily accessible for International delegates. Dublin Dublin Airport is located 90 minutes away with excellent rail and road access to Belfast. Dublin Airport is one of Europe s busiest airports, with more than 55 airlines flying to over 117 destinations worldwide including two Middle Eastern and 11 North American routes. Airline Reservations Aer Lingus aerlingus.com +44 (0) British Airways flybmi.com +44 (0) easyjet easyjet.com +44 (0) FlyBE flybe.com +44 (0) Stena Line stenaline.co.uk +44 (0) Steam Packet steam-packet.com +44 (0) Belfast Harbour belfast-harbour.co.uk +44 (0) Car Hire Car Hire NI carhireni.co.uk +44 (0) Enterprise Rent A Car enterprise.com +44 (0) Europcar europcar.co.uk Belfast City Centre +44 (0) Belfast International Airport +44 (0) George Best Belfast City Airport +44 (0) Rhino Car Hire rhinocarhire.com +44 (0) Depots located at: Belfast International Airport, George Best Belfast City Airport, Belfast Titanic Quarter and Belfast City Centre. DEPART ARRIVE Carrier SAILING Time Cairnryan Belfast Stena Line (ferry) 2 hours 15 mins Douglas Belfast Isle of Man Steam Packet Co 2 hours 45 mins Liverpool Belfast Stena Line 8 hours Cairnryan Larne P&O Irish Sea (fast-craft) 1 hour Cairnryan Larne P&O Irish Sea (ferry) 2 hours Troon Larne P&O Irish Sea (fast craft) 1 hour 50 mins Holyhead Dun Laoghaire Stena HSS (Stena Express) 2 hours Holyhead Dun Laoghaire Stena Adventurer 3 hours 15 mins Holyhead Dun Laoghaire Stena Nordica 3 hours 15 mins Holyhead Dublin Port Stena Line (ferry) 3 hours 15 mins Fishguard Rosslare Stena Line (ferry) 3 hours 30 mins This information is correct at time of publication but is subject to change without notice. Please check with carriers for confirmation of flight/ferry operating schedules. Jet2 jet2.com +44 (0) Manx2 manx2.com +44 (0) United united.com +44 (0) Taxis Value Cabs valuecabs.co.uk +44 (0) fonacab fonacab.com +44 (0) International Airport Taxis Company belfastairporttaxis.com +44 (0) GETTING HERE

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