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Royal Armouries ANYTHING BUT ORDINARY Leeds, where venues and city leaders collaborate. Where doors open to world-class speakers. Where delegates feel the city and its vibrant attractions. Where we create the unexpected. When it comes to conferences, Leeds doesn t do off the shelf, one size fits all. We create the unexpected, with our venues working together with city leaders to make things happen. It s like having Leeds at your disposal. Want prominent industry figures and world-class speakers? No problem. With connections to the people that matter across key business sectors, we can ensure your event programme is like no other. Want an authentic and inspiring delegate experience? Look no further. The vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere of our compact city is made for great conferencing. Victoria Quarter
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LEEDS, THE ACCESSIBLE CONFERENCE CITY Located at the very heart of the UK, on the crossroads of the M1 and M62 motorways, Leeds is one of the country s most accessible cities, with excellent transport links by road, rail and air. EDINBURGH LEEDS MANCHESTER LIVERPOOL PORT OF TYNE PORT OF HULL BIRMINGHAM LONDON EDINBURGH LONDON 175 MILES 157 MILES TRAIN: 2HR 1 HR BY AIR 2HR 57MINS BY TRAIN BIRMINGHAM 93 MILES 1HR 50MINS BY TRAIN 2HR 15MINS BY ROAD LIVERPOOL 64 MILES 1HR 50MINS BY TRAIN 1HR 30MINS BY ROAD LEEDS CITY CENTRE VENUE CLUSTERS Leeds city centre s compact nature means there are clusters of venues just minutes apart. With venues working together, it s easy for us to create a bespoke event proposition and delegate experience like no other. VENUES CAPACITY first direct arena 13,500 Leeds United Conference & Events 1,600 Royal Armouries 1,250 LEEDS TRINITYLEEDS UNIVERSITY TRINITY 20 min UNIVERSITY drive 20 min drive Leeds Town Hall 1,200 MANCHESTER 43 MILES 50MINS BY TRAIN AND ROAD West Yorkshire Playhouse 750 The Queens Hotel 600 University of Leeds 550 Well Met Conferencing 350 Leeds College of Music 350 The Carriageworks Theatre 349 Leeds Marriott Hotel 300 Hilton Hotel Leeds 300 Leeds Trinity University 280 The Met Hotel 250 Northern Ballet 230 Cosmopolitan 120 Malmaison 80
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LEEDS IS A THRIVING, DIVERSE CITY AND ITS EXCELLENT AIR, RAIL AND ROAD LINKS MEAN IT S EASILY ACCESSIBLE, MAKING IT PERFECT FOR MEETINGS AND EVENTS. AS ONE OF THE CITY S LARGEST CONFERENCE VENUES HERE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS, WE TAKE REAL VALUE IN THE COLLABORATIVE ETHOS OF THE CITY. WE WORK CLOSELY WITH OUR PEER EDUCATIONAL VENUES, AS WELL AS CITY HOTELS AND ATTRACTIONS TO ENSURE THAT THE DELEGATE AND ORGANISER EXPERIENCE IS SECOND TO NONE. Beverley Kenny MBE MEETinLEEDS, University of Leeds conference, meeting and events arm CONFERENCE-LEEDS.COM
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Covance The Grand Theatre Jousting at the Royal Armouries ACCOMMODATION 2,141 4* hotel rooms 532 3* hotel rooms 1,208 budget hotel rooms 340 serviced apartment rooms 6,690 university accommodation rooms 10,911 Total bed stock Compact and cosmopolitan, Leeds offers a wealth of venues, attracting visitors for world-class sport, large scale association conferences, live music and cultural events. It s fair to say we know how to put on a show. In 2013 we hosted the BBC Sports Personality of the Year at the first direct arena. In 2014 Le Grand Départ of the Tour de France included events at The Headrow, Harewood House and White Cloth Gallery, while the National Teach First Conference took over the city s universities. The 2015 Rugby World Cup will take over two key sites Elland Road and a fan zone in the heart of the city at Millennium Square. The latest addition to Leeds is the first direct arena. This 13,500 capacity innovative super-theatre has already been voted Best New Venue in the World 2014. The city is also home to one-off spaces like the Royal Armouries, heritage sites such as Harewood House and civic venues including Leeds Town Hall. Our planning team can also afford access to sports grounds like Elland Road, worldclass university facilities and stunning parks as venues, ensuring your event is anything but ordinary. Leeds has a superb selection of hotels and accommodation available at all levels, with bed stock in the city centre currently standing at 10,911. And once the conference sessions have finished, the opportunities for networking are almost endless. It s easy to walk between over 300 bars and restaurants serving over 30 world cuisines. Royal Armouries National Physical Laboratory Leeds United Football Club trophy cabinet CONFERENCE-LEEDS.COM
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AS THE UK S LARGEST GRADUATE RECRUITER, OUR ANNUAL RESIDENTIAL TEACHER TRAINING EVENT REQUIRES A COMBINATION OF ACCOMMODATION, CATERING AND LEARNING SPACE FOR OVER 3,000 PARTICIPANTS, TEACHERS AND STAFF OVER A TWO WEEK PERIOD. THIS IS NO EASY FEAT, BUT THANKS TO THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS AND LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY, WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO CONTINUE OUR GROWTH WHILE ENSURING A HIGH QUALITY DELEGATE EXPERIENCE. Teach First
TAP INTO OUR UNIQUE CONTACTS ENJOY UNRIVALLED ACCESS TO LEADING INDUSTRY FIGURES AND BODIES Key to our offer is our dedicated planning team. From venues and accommodation to catering and logistics, we ll work with you at every stage and on every detail to deliver a conference experience like no other. Whether it s securing a performance from Northern Ballet, a space that s never been used before or a unique guest speaker, we re here to make it happen. What s more there is no additional charge for our services. As members of the International Congress and Convention Association we re exceptionally well-connected and, as well as having our own event planners, we work with leading figures and venues across the city. It s also your assurance that Conference Leeds is recognised for providing services of a remarkable standard. As the pre-eminent Leeds conference desk, we have very strong relationships with the principal figures in all of the city s venues. By being at the centre of such an extensive list of partners and professional contacts we not only act as a catalyst for collaboration, we also offer unrivalled access to key people, thought leaders and industry bodies, opening doors and creating opportunities. As a result, Leeds is a city united by vision, ready to collaborate, drive the conversation forward and make progress possible. OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: Impartial venue location and planning Bid production and budget planning Sourcing hotel accommodation An online accommodation booking facility for delegates Event marketing, social media and PR support Expert city knowledge Providing a dedicated coordinator Delegate welcome and information Familiarisation visits Leeds ambassador programme CONFERENCE-LEEDS.COM
LEEDS HAS PARTICULAR STRENGTHS IN A RANGE OF KEY SECTORS AND A CONCENTRATION OF EXPERTS IN EACH FIELD, OFFERING YOU UNRIVALLED ACCESS TO HELP SHAPE YOUR CONFERENCE PROGRAMME
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HOST YOUR HEALTH AND INNOVATION EVENT AT THE HEART OF THE UK S HEALTH AND INNOVATION HUB As the UK s first city of health innovation, Leeds has a unique health and social care eco-system and is proud of its collaboration across private, public and voluntary sectors. We are one of the recognised leaders in the UK in commissioning and delivering integrated health and social care services for the UK and internationally. With such a concentration of medicine and healthcare experts, a vast number of thought leaders are on hand to help you shape your programme. AN UNRIVALLED CONCENTRATION OF EXPERTS LEEDS IS HEADQUARTERS TO 4OF THE MOST IMPORTANT UK NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE BODIES hospital in Europe. NHS England, the Health and Social Care Information Centre, the NHS Leadership Academy and Health Education England. Leeds is also home to the largest teaching
EVENTS FOR FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN THE UK S SECOND CENTRE FOR BANKING Leeds City Region is the UK s second centre for banking and a major hub for professional services. Over thirty national and international banks are based here and Leeds is home to the Bank of England s only note issuing centre outside of London. As a result, there is no shortage of experts and authorities across the whole range of professional and financial fields ready and willing to share their knowledge at your conference. LEEDS HAS A COMBINED FINANCE, LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SECTOR WORTH 13 BILLION AND OVER 91,000 SKILLED EMPLOYEES IN BANKING ALONE CONFERENCE-LEEDS.COM
DIGITAL AND INFORMATION CONFERENCES IN THE UK S NORTHERN DIGITAL HUB 35 % OF THE UK S INTERNET TRAFFIC IS HOSTED IN LEEDS Our digital and information economy underpins growth and innovation throughout the Leeds City Region. We ve got the highest concentration of digital, data and technology innovators in the UK, plus outstanding connectivity that global businesses already rely on, as well as plans to expand our region s capacity and resilience. Digital excellence across the city offers a unique opportunity for delegates to explore Leeds digital innovation and cutting edge technology which ultimately impact on businesses globally in our digital age. A GLOBAL LEADER IN BIG DATA THE UK S ONLY INTERNET EXCHANGE OUTSIDE OF LONDON
MAKE YOUR MANUFACTURING EVENT IN THE UK S LEADING MANUFACTURING CENTRE Leeds has a long and distinguished heritage as a centre of manufacturing innovation and excellence and has the UK s largest manufacturing employment base. We are home to world leading companies in engineering, food manufacturing and environmental technologies and over two thirds of our manufacturers are engaged in advanced processes, research and product development. It is also the base of globally successful companies making critical components for construction in health, automotive, aerospace and energy sectors. With the historical and current concentration of manufacturing and innovation that cuts across sectors, Leeds offers a wealth of industry leaders, all ready to add weight to your programme. THE UK S BIGGEST MANUFACTURING EMPLOYER 160,000 PEOPLE 7,000 DIVERSE MANUFACTURING BUSINESSES CONFERENCE-LEEDS.COM
FEEL THE CITY From shopping and fine dining, to theatre and the arts, all within easy reach of each other
EXPLORE THE CITY WITH VISIT LEEDS Leeds is a magnet for shoppers, culture vultures and foodies. Its compact, cosmopolitan centre is easy to explore and ripe for discovery in free time from your event. The city is also a gateway to the stunning Yorkshire countryside including two National Parks which was recently voted the best region in the world to visit by Lonely Planet. To help make any stay a really great experience, the official website visitleeds.co.uk is packed with guides, suggestions and insider information. It even lets visitors create and download their own itineraries. Trinity Leeds SHOPPING PARADISE With over 1,000 shops, you re never far from a superb retail experience. Fans of the high street can hit Trinity Leeds, the city s newest and largest shopping centre, or if you re looking for luxury brands head to Victoria Quarter, home to Europe s largest stained glass window. Vintage goods and boutique shops can be found aplenty in Leeds Corn Exchange, or stop by Leeds Kirkgate Market, one of Europe s largest covered markets, to browse the vast array of independent stalls. CULTURE AND HERITAGE If culture is your thing, Leeds doesn t disappoint. It has more than its fair share of stately homes, historic buildings, museums and galleries to keep you occupied. Highlights include Harewood House, The Royal Armouries, Temple Newsam, The Henry Moore Institute, Leeds City Museum, Kirkstall Abbey and the Leeds Art Gallery. The city also boasts its own ballet and opera companies, along with several theatres and the iconic first direct arena. 2015 will see Leeds play host to the British Art Show 8, cementing the city s credentials as an art destination. THE GREAT OUTDOORS Leeds is also within easy reach of some of Britain s most beautiful countryside. There are two National Parks on the doorstep, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors, offering endless opportunities to explore dramatic and diverse landscapes as highlighted by the routes of Grand Départ of the Tour de France and Tour de Yorkshire cycle races.
Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen Victoria Quarter Yorkshire Carnegie North York Moors Headingley Stadium Northern Ballet SNAPSHOT OF THE CITY: Over 1,000 shops Over 300 bars and restaurants 4 major theatres Over 16 museums and galleries One of Europe s largest covered markets Ballet and opera companies FOR GASTRONAUTS Leeds has a truly vibrant food and drink scene, offering an ever-changing menu. With flavours to savour and tastes to tantalise, you can tuck into traditional Yorkshire fare, the finest French cuisine, hearty Brazilian dishes and zingy Thai delights to name just a few. In fact whatever kind of food you fancy, you can eat your way around the world, from restaurants with starched white tablecloths to authentic street food stalls in the Trinity Kitchen. So be sure to bring your appetite. AFTER DARK Whether you re looking for somewhere to network or let your hair down, there s a rich abundance of nightlife to enjoy in Leeds. From cocktails served with panoramic city views to diverse DJ sets and the best in live music, the city caters to every taste after dark. So whether you like it laid back or lively, there s always somewhere to carry on the party. SPORT FOR ALL There s all the sport anyone one could hope to see in Leeds, from Super League and international cricket at Headingley Stadium to Championship football at the iconic Elland Road. Following on from the phenomenal Grand Départ of the Tour de France, the first ever Tour De Yorkshire cycle race saw thousands flock here. While other major sporting events coming to the city include Rugby World Cup 2015. CONFERENCE-LEEDS.COM
WHEN YOU SAID YOU WOULD DELIVER THE GRANDEST GRAND DÉPART, IT WAS THE TRUTH. YOU HAVE RAISED THE BAR FOR ALL FUTURE HOSTS OF THE TOUR DE FRANCE. Christian Prudhomme Director, ASO
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