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Rossahilly House: Fermanagh’s hidden gemCONFERENCE VENUES Leading locations for your conference in 2015. TOP TIPS TO MAKE YOUR MEETING AN OUTSTANDING SUCCESS

Belfast CityBelfast Castle 27Clifton House 29 Fitzwilliam Hotel 31La Mon Hotel 13Malone House 26Merchant Hotel, Belfast 18Stormont Hotel 10The Lyric Theatre 35Titanic Belfast 30Ulster Hall 23Waterfront Hall 22

Co AntrimAntrim Castle Gardens & Clotworthy House 32Antrim Civic Centre 33Ballymena Showgrounds 16ECOS Venue 17 Lagan Valley Island 20Seven Towers Leisure Centre 17The Braid 16

Co ArmaghCraigavon Civic & Conference Centre 25Lough Neagh Discovery Centre 24

Co DownBanbridge Old Court House 14Montalto House 20SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence 11

Co FermanaghRossahilly House 08Killyhevlin Hotel 21

Co LondonderryMillennium Forum 28Roe Park Resort 31

Co TyroneCorick House Hotel & Spa 15Ranfurly House 12Tullylagan House Hotel 34

Cover PropertyRossahilly House 08

ScotlandCally Palace, Gatehouse of Fleet 19Fernhill Hotel, Portpatrick 19Glenapp Castle, Ayrshire 19North West Castle, Stranraer 19

AV ServicesCorporate AV Hire 35Saville Audio Visual 21

Conference Hotels ListingAlphabetical listing of venues & services 36

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TOP CONFERENCE VENUES

CONFERENCEGUIDE

The Northern Ireland Conference Guidebook 2014 team

Editor Gavin WalkerSales Jenny BelshawFinance Margaret WalkerDesign Alexander Bright

Planning a successful conference can’t be left to chance - here are our Top Tips to ensure yours is brilliant

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1A GREAT IDEA –Every event starts with agreat idea or concept. Doyou want your event to

be a black tie or a casual event?Will it be a night-time or adaytime event? Is it a cocktailstyled event or a sit downdinner?

TOP TIP: Visualising yourevent with these questions inmind will help you create asuccessful event.

2BE ORGANISED –Setting up an event istime consuming andthere is lots to think

about. Check to see if the dateyou want doesn’t clash withanother event taking place onthe same night. This is crucialto the success of your event.Write down your plan for theevent, how do you see theevent taking place?

TOP TIP: Ask your venue toassist you in researchingother events occurring on the same day.

3THE VENUE – Asuccessful event comesdown to the venue, it’slocation, size and

comfortable atmosphere. Lookfor a venue that will suit thetype of event you are holding.If there is a view, make use ofthe view – it’s always an addedbonus to overlook water,beautiful gardens ormountains. Remember thatthe cheapest venue may notnecessarily be the best.

TOP TIP: Your event planner can assist in bookingvenue site inspections.

4PROMOTE YOUR EVENT – If is to be apublic event, you needto get the word outthat your event is

taking place even before aguest list is put together orinvitations are sent out.Publicity for an event is veryimportant, and you want tomake sure people are aware ofyour event.

TOP TIP: Your PR team (ifyou’re lucky enough to haveone!) can research the mediahouses, put together a list of contact people and help youwith a press release for the event.

5THE GUEST LIST – A great party dependslargely on the guests. Compile a list of guests whowill appreciate the evening and be interested inwhat you are all about. Be sure to engage a

photographer so you can bereminded of how guests

enjoyed themselves (alsogood for PR or your

website).

TOP TIP: – Building aguest list is timeconsuming, so delegateth job and ask otherson the team to assist bycompiling a database of

your guest’s names andaddresses and confirming

that they are up to date.

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So you’ve been ‘voluntold’ that your going to be planning the next company event or conference. Nowwhat? Where do you start and who can help you achieve a perfect event? Well, turns out you’re not alone.Every one of the venues in yuor Conference Guidebook will have dedcated staff who can help you withyour research and decision making. But don’t ignore the people around you who will also have ideas andknowledge you can employ. Good luck!

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6THE INVITATION– Everyone loves toreceive an invitationin the mail. Make

sure your invite has a WOWfactor, thus creating greatexcitement for the event. Besure to include all theimportant details – Date,Time, Venue, Dress codeand RSVP.

TOP TIP: It takes morethan one person to look afterthe production, printing andmail out of your invitationsas well as your RSVP list.

7THE CATERING– A successfulevent dependslargely on the

catering. There isnothing worsethan running outof food for yourguests. Be sure tohave enough forguests and the staff.If you are holding acocktail party be sure tohave food that is easilyheld in one hand (so you otherhand is free to hold your drink). If you are having a sitdown meal be sure you have enough wait-staff to servethe meal.

TOP TIP: Don’t leave the selection of a menu to oneperson. Share your ideas with others in the organisationto make sure your final choices have a wide appeal.

8ATTENTION TO DETAIL – Paying attentionto the smallest things can make a big differenceto the success of your event. Table centrepiecesand decorating is always a good start. You want

your clients to be in awe when they walk through thedoor. The temperature of the venue is also important,as there is nothing worse than being too hot or too coldat an event.

TOP TIP: Give your event manager on-site a brief ofwhat you want for your centrepieces and he/she can dothe research for you.

9ENTERTAINMENT – Having the rightentertainment makes for a successful event. Agreat band/live act is always a winner butremember it may not always be the most

suitable thing for everyone. Do your research to findout what your target audience likes and dislikes.

TOP TIP: Ask people who have been to events whothey might recommend.

10.MOST OF ALL HAVE FUN – Nowthat you have put all of this into place,enjoy your event and have fun. You knowyour event will be a huge success as you

have used your team to assist you so that you canconcentrate on the bigger picture.

Get your seating plan right and you can be sure of a successful meeting

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While choosing a seating layout for yourconference might seem like a boringtopic, it’s a very important part of yourconference planning.

Cabaret Style SeatingThe most popular seating layout of theday appears to be Cabaret Style seatingwhich means delegates are seated atround tables. True cabaret seating shouldallow for no more than six delegates pertable, ideally five.

If more delegates are added then somedelegates won't be facing the front andwill have to turn their chairs around toface the presenter.

While your meeting room might allowfor this, it’s a very awkward way of sittingand can be disruptive.

The benefit of cabaret style is that it’s arelatively informal way of seating andallows your delegates to interact morethan if they were in rows of seats (theatrestyle, see below).

The downside to using cabaret styleseating is that you will require a muchlarger room and invariably yourminimum delegate number required bythe venue will be much higher and thiswill increase your conference costs.

Banqueting LayoutSeating more than six delegates on around table will assume the air of a

Banqueting Layout. When organising abanquet it’s better to seat a maximum ofbetween 8-10 guests per table as anymore will result in cramped conditionsand make life difficult for the waiters whowill be serving your dinner and willincrease the risk of one of your guestswearing their dinner!

Classroom Style seatingThis is seen as a good alternative to acabaret style set up as it requires lessspace. It also provides a table giving yourdelegates somewhere to rest their writingpads or PCs and is particularly good fortraining courses and sales conferenceswhere lots of note taking is required.

Theatre Style seatingThis is probably the most formal seatinglayout but it does require a much smallermeeting room and you can seat alot ofpeople in it. Smaller meeting rooms costless and will almost certainly mean yourminimum delegate number required willbe much lower. The biggest downside to a theatre style

layout is it doesn’t afford muchinteraction with delegates, other thanthat with the delegate sat immediately tothe left or right, however for apresentation style event or question andanswer session, theatre style seatingworks very well.

U shape or Horseshoe shapeseatingThis set up is very popular with trainersas it allows great interaction betweendelegates attending training courses. Theperfect number for a U shape is 24-25 asany more will make the group veryunwieldy and you will run the risk oflosing the intimate set up you can achievefrom using this set up.

Boardroom Style SeatingFinally the last set up open to conferenceorganisers is The Boardroom – this isperfect for small conferences or aninterview processes where delegatenumbers are around 12-15. As with Ushape, if there is an increase in delegatesbeyond the recommended number thenthe boardroom table becomes too big anddelegates end up having to shout at eachother across the table.

In conculsionTo recap, when it comes to choosing yourseating layout think about the type ofevent you are hosting, whetherinteraction between your delegates isimportant and consider the increasedcost of hiring a larger function room toseat delegates in a cabaret style set up Vsa smaller room set up in theatre style.

SEATEDplease be

Deciding on your seating arrangements might not seem very exciting when your life is filled with menus, brochuresand tweets. But get it wrong, and a bad choice of seating can be both expensive and embarrassing

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Why should you hire a professional eventplanner? 1. Reduce Stress - Events can be stressful to plan so

having someone to support you through the process can bea huge relief. Work colleagues and friends may not be thebest support when it comes to planning an event so manyclients turn to Event planners to receive the ultimateguidance they need and honest opinions.

2. Knowledge – Most event planners have been in thebusiness and have planned many events during theircareer. Event planners know what venues to use, vendorsto avoid, current trends/styles, and how to rise aboveobstacles. There is very little that a good event plannercan’t do, so let the planner use their knowledge to allowyou to enjoy your event, your Gala.

3. Attention to Detail – Event planners haveexceptional attention-to-detail ways of thinking that willmake your event go from “Wow” to Spectacular. Eventplanners can take your conference or event and make itbetter than you had imagined and cover all the little details

4. Save Time – Planning events can take an incredibleamount of time. Many people do not know exactly howmuch time is put into planning and executing an event. Inorder to have a successful event everything must becoordinated in a timely manner and this is an area ofexpertise for event planners. Planners can take care of allthe details for your event that you may not have the timefor.

5. Save Money - Although, there is a price to have anevent planner by your side through the planning process,this will help you save money in the long-run. Mostcredible event planners have connections to all types ofvendors, which can lead to special discounts that may nothave been offered otherwise. Event planners work withinyour budget and can execute your event to be all you hadimagined and more!

Creating a preliminary budget is an important part of the early planning stages for a conference

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Creating a preliminary budget is animportant part of the early planningstages for a conference. The moreinformation and expertise that goes intoearly budget planning, the greater thelikelihood that decisions are based onreliable cost-income analysis.

Many of the costs and income forconferences will vary according to thetraditions of the specific conferences;however, there are standard costs andincome guidelines and these serve as thestarting point for building your budget.

COSTSThis provides a comprehensive list ofwhere most of your expenditure will go:

VENUE - venues will quote costs forspecific space and services, or a perperson rate. The quote is usually for thecurrent year and an annual rate of

increase needs to be considered for thefinal budget. The specific servicesincluded in the charges vary widely fromvenue to venue.

IT - the IT specifications for conferencescan vary widely: are data projectorsrequired in each presentation? Will aninternet café be provided? Can any ofthese be sponsored? Check the venueproposal to see what is included and whatare additional costs.

CATERING - tea and coffee availabilityis required and must be included in thebudget if not already included in thevenue hire. Provision of lunches dependson the specific conference practice andcosts can vary widely.

MARKETING - the previous conferenceis the best gauge for the costs of designprint and distribution, call for papers,

promotion of the event, communicationsat the preliminary budget stage. Later,specific quotes will provide details for theworking budget.

SPEAKERS AND COMMITTEEEXPENSES - the financial support forspeakers varies widely from one event toanother so this is very hard to generalise.You may need to include costs forairfares, accommodation and speakers’dinner.

SOCIAL PROGRAMME - welcomereception, gala dinner should be added toyour budget if the costs are included indelegate fees. If the conference venue isused for the welcome reception, there isusually a savings to be gained. If anothervenue is used, the venue charge is addedto the budget in addition to catering costsfor the reception. Will transportation tothe gala dinner be necessary?

EFFECTIVE BUDGETTING FOR A CONFERENCEbecause it’s only an idea if you don’thave the money

Sometimes it pays to create two costings and then choose the one that meets the budget and the event goals

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EXHIBITION - costs include rentingthe area, supply of standard stands, andbuild-up time. The costs of theexhibition are charged to exhibitors.Will revenue balance the costs?

ORGANISER - fees ProfessionalOrganisers may charge a signing on fee,a per delegate cost and cost of mailingsand telephone use, or a fixed fee. Laterother suppliers’ costs will be included inthe conference costs but will not be firmat the preliminary stage. Organisers willprovide full accounting of suppliers’costs.

VAT - will be charged by the suppliersso this figure needs to be included inthe budget.

CONTINGENCY FUND - Expect theunexpected! Build a contingency fundinto the budget which may cover theneed for additional security for theexhibition (which will be passed on toexhibitors), additional stage set,decoration, and signposting in themeeting venue, legal and audit costs.Other additional costs might include setup and maintenance of a conferencewebsite, including on line registration.

INCOMEDelegate fees usually provide the mainsource of income and probably will notbe coming in as soon as expenditure.Both the local organising committeeand the organiser will need a cautiousapproach to spending, frequentlyreviewing conference finances.

DELEGATE FEES - The fee structureneeds to include the fees for associationmembers, non-members, students andthe number of non-paying delegates.

EXHIBITIONS - The revenue fromprevious exhibitions is an excellentindication of what to include in thepreliminary budget.SPONSORSHIP - The line betweensponsors and advertisers may beblurred, and hard to determine at thepreliminary stage. What is the realisticamount that either can generate?Delegate bags are one key time of in-

kind sponsorship.

ADVERTISING - As a user orproducer in the field you are best placeto know who the key advertisers andsponsors will be and what they arelikely to contribute to advertising. YourOrganiser may help contact them, butoften rely on members of theassociation to direct them to the keyindustry suppliers.

HEAD OFFICE - Your head officemay routinely contribute an amount tothe conference; do they expect a part ofthe conference profit?

INSURANCE - For a relatively smallfee, the costs of disasters and damagesmay be covered. Bad weather andtransportation strikes are a few of thecauses for reduced delegate numbersand annoy exhibitors who feel theyreceived less coverage for the exhibitioncosts.

Where to go for information:A number of potential sources ofinformation on conference budgets areavailable to the conference organisers.

PREVIOUS EVENT ORGANISERThe budget from the previous meetingis an excellent source of information. Achat with them in the early stages couldhelp make your budgeting morerealistic

EVENT PLANNERS - Event plannershave a wealth of expertise. Your Eventplanner/organiser will hone apreliminary budget into a specificworking document as more detail isassembled through consultation withthe representatives and suppliers. Theyare best placed to give advice on VAT,the financial accounting for the event,and should keep you up-to-date onexpenditure and delegate bookings.

Sharpenyour

pencilWe asked a leading EventPlanner for one Top Tip forbudgetting and here’s what shetold us

“When planning a conferencethere are thousands of optionsand every item in the budgetcan be scaled back or blownout, making the task ofcreating an initial eventbudget challenging.

I often find that preparing twoversions of the budget ishelpful.

“Option A is scaled down andoption B means a largerinvestment With those twobudgets to hand I can have asensible conversation with theperson holding the pursestrings and plan the perfecteventbased on their decision.”

ROSSAHILLY HOUSE,ENNISKILLEN

Trory BayEnniskillen, BT94 2FPt: +44 (0) 28 6632 0976e: info@rossahillyhouse.comScan the code to visitwww.rossahillyhouse.com

Arrive as guests....leave as friends

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As the testimonial below suggests, those

who have experienced the warmth of the

hospitality and beautiful scenery of

Northern Ireland, are under no illusions as to

what Northern Ireland has to offer its visitors

and guests.

As the long awaited economic recovery

starts to improve (at least according to the

official statistics) and businesses rediscover

their growth momentum, it is time to

consider what the corporate hospitality

sector has to offer that’s new and improved.

Many companies at this time of year, will be

seeking to commence the creative process

and brainstorm ideas for the future: how can

we improve our efficiency; what are our core

markets; should we expand our product lines,

markets etc.

Northern Ireland and Belfast in particular,

has welcomed many new technologies and

companies in all sectors in the past few years,

many from overseas who are pleasantly

surprised to find that Northern Ireland has

much to offer, both for business and for

pleasure, outside of the office.

It is not just Belfast that offers some

excellent hospitality facilities but elsewhere

in Northern Ireland, areas are opening up and

providing a variety of hospitality options.

Rory Houston, former European Director at

Oppenheim Immobilien KAG, saw this

opportunity when he acquired Rossahilly

House some years ago. “Since we acquired

Rossahilly, road and infrastructure

improvements between both Belfast and

Dublin to County Fermanagh have improved

significantly, opening up this area for

weekend and midweek breaks”.

Together with Brenna O’Roarty, who

previously headed up European Strategic

Research at Rreef (now Deutsche Asset &

Wealth Management), they set up RHL

Strategic Solutions in 2010 and continue to

provide consultancy services to fund

management and industry bodies across

Europe.

They have used their background knowledge

of both property and business to develop

Rossahilly House into a bespoke wedding,

special occasion and corporate venue.

Rossahilly HouseRossahilly House had previously been a

well-established guesthouse when Houston

and O’Roarty acquired it in 2006. They saw

the potential to develop the facilities and turn

it into a stunning, bespoke venue. Following a

complete refurbishment of the House and

grounds, it has now become established as

one of Ireland’s top Wedding and Corporate

Event Venues, situated on a raised site

overlooking Lower Lough Erne.

“We have found that many businesses are

growing tired of the familiar ‘conference

suite’ in standard hotels that offer little to

stimulate the creative thought process that is

often required for senior and middle

management seminars”.

Whilst Rossahilly House provides all the

facilities of a country house hotel, its location

and unique qualities inspire those who visit,

whether for business or pleasure.

Not only does Rossahilly House provide

private and exclusive hire for each client, it has

three separate function rooms that may be

utilised for various activities during your stay.

The Beckett Room has panoramic views

across the islands of Lower Lough Erne and

provides an atmospheric location for both

private dinners and management meetings.

The Beckett Room also boasts a rare fireplace

with an ornate timber surround dating from

1929. George Greenaway who was a master

craftsman on the White Star Liners including

RMS Titanic, carved the Rossahilly fireplace in

the same style as those he had undertaken for

the Titanic. As a result, dining in the Beckett

Room at dusk, with an open fire and views

across the Lough as the sun sets, is one of those

life experiences, one is unlikely to forget.

In addition, Rossahilly House provides its

refurbished Barn which can accommodate

seminars, meetings or larger dinners for up to

80 people. With wrought iron chandeliers,

“The G8 Team would like to thank those at Rossahilly House for their hospitality to our

very special Overseas Guests during the Summit at Lough Erne.

“The warmth of the welcome and the great facilities certainly enhanced Northern

Ireland’s reputation as a great place to visit.”

Protocol Directorate, Foreign & Commonwealth Office (2013 G8 Summit)

A NOTE FROM THE OWNER OFROSSAHILLY HOUSEAt Rossahilly House we offer corporatebreaks, most suitable for middle andsenior management, companyplanning and corporate hospitality,Rossahilly House is set within a uniquecountry house setting with exquisiteviews and ambience.

It creates the perfect atmosphere andenvironment required to focus themind. Rossahilly House offers theperfect location for management awaydays and client entertaining.

The house has eight comfortablyfurnished en-suite bedrooms(including the Westminster Suite), plusthe use of a large dining room, loungeand conservatory.

The Rossahilly Barn may accommodatelarger numbers if required or why notarrange a company banquet in a luxurymarquee overlooking the Lough.

We can provide details of nearby'outdoor pursuit' companies aswell asother nearby activities. The house isavailable for exclusive use by corporategroups year round.

Rory Houston, Rossahilly House

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stunning Lough views, it creates a stunning

and unique ambience. With a variety of

lighting options, it is also an ideal venue for

product launches and small conferences.

Rossahilly House and Barn partner a

number of award winning event caterers, all

of whom bring something a little different to

the location, providing a choice of options to

residents and clients. This brings added

flexibility to your event or meeting and

combines the best of Northern Ireland’s

catering and hospitality industry with a

unique and beautiful venue.

Partners in excellenceIndeed, Rossahilly House collaborates with

many different business partners providing

each client with a bespoke offer, ensuring

their event is unique to themselves and their

business. As Houston explains, “we come

from a background of building specialist

teams whose core skills are dependent upon

the task and complexity of each particular

project. We have brought the same thought

process to Rossahilly House ensuring that

each client receives the flexibility and

expertise required for their specific &

intended purpose”.

From 2014, Rossahilly House will be

partnering North Down Marquees, Northern

Ireland’s most experienced marquee

company, to provide a state of the art

marquee, complete with banqueting facilities

for up to 200 people overlooking the Lough.

Combined with the Barn facilities and the

stunning location, Rossahilly House is

becoming recognised as one of the top private

venues for corporate hospitality and

entertainment in Northern Ireland.

For larger guest numbers requiring

additional bedroom accommodation and

unable to stay in one of the eight superbly

decorated bedrooms within Rossahilly House

itself, Houston has agreed with local hotels to

provide private transport for guests, between

Rossahilly House and their hotel.

The whole process is seamless and

combines the best of Northern Ireland’s

beautiful Lakeland scenery and Co.

Fermanagh’s hospitality, as recently

experienced by many world leaders for the

2013 G8 Summit, for which Rossahilly House

was an accredited accommodation venue.

A unique and desirable venueRossahilly House is already established as a

unique and desirable venue for wedding

ceremonies and receptions, being included in

the One Fab Day ‘100 Best Wedding Venues inIreland’.

For those wishing to expand their activities

away from the boardroom during their stay,

Rossahilly is situated directly opposite the

Nick Faldo designed Championship golf

course at Lough Erne and close to numerous

other golf courses, catering for all abilities.

Rossahilly also has one of the traditionally

best fishing beats on Lough Erne and can

arrange ghillies and tuition for guests wishing

to combine business with pleasure.

Together with a number of onshore and off

shore activities, mountain bike riding, Lough

cruises, scenic flights etcetera, Rossahilly

House can provide a unique and innovative

stay for both private & business occasions.

Many delegates attending a business function

during the week, are joined at Rossahilly

House by their partners and extend their stay

into the weekend.

All routes lead to Rossahilly HouseAs well as the afore mentioned road

upgrades providing improved access to Co.

Fermanagh from both Dublin and Belfast,

Rossahilly House also has another unique

feature – it is located adjacent to a private

airfield which may accommodate private

plane and helicopter access. Clients and their

guests may be collected directly from the

runway and brought to Rossahilly House in a

matter of moments. This is a unique

attraction for those requiring anonymity or

privacy during their meetings.

As the economy continues to improve and

as businesses continue to look for innovative

and inspiring locations in which to host

product launches, management meetings or

corporate hospitality, it is venues such as

Rossahilly House and their talented

management style that will lead the way.

For more information on Rossahilly House,

please scan the code to visit

www.rossahillyhouse.com

THE STORMONTHOTEL BELFAST

587 Upper Newtownards Rd, Belfast, BT4 3LPt: +44 (0) 28 9065 1066e: info@hastingshotels.comScan the code to visitwww.hastingshotels.com

From small-scale seminars to gala ceremonies, theStormont Hotel sets the standard for business events.The hotel is the perfect location for any event and

event organisers have a fantastic range of rooms tochoose from, including 15 conference suites and thepurpose-built Confex Centre, one of Northern Ireland’sbest equipped which also has 10 individual meetingrooms.

The Stormont Ballroom on the ground floor is suitablefor large conferences, exhibitions and banquets boastingits own private entrance along with a reception,registration area and separate bar.

The Stormont Hotel has established itself as one ofBelfast’s busiest business hotels. Feedback fromcustomers has shown the hotel is popular with businesscustomers due to the bespoke conference packages whichwe tailor to suit the clients requirements and the choice ofrooms - we have 15 flexible conference and banquetingsuites so can cater for conferences of all sizes.

Our central location, close to the airport, ferryterminals, train stations and bus stations is also popularwith guests, not to mention the 200 free car parking

spaces, great staff and a wonderful choice of gourmetmenus which offer delegates a great range of diningoptions.

With room hire available from just £125 and meetingpackages from only £35 per person, the experiencedevents team can design a package specifically tailored toevery individual event.

What’s more, the Stormont Hotel is passionate aboutfood and prides itself on its dedication to localprovenance. Delegates can therefore look forward to anexciting choice of menus boasting the very best of localproduce.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the main public areas and in allconference rooms so guests can stay connected at all times.

For guests staying at the hotel, there is a fantasticchoice of dining options including the La Scala Bistrowhich serves an array of local favourites, each exquisitelyprepared and beautifully presented or relax after a longday with a snack in the lounge.

Guests also have complimentary use of the excellentsports facilities at the David Lloyd Health and RacquetClub which is located close to the hotel.

TOTAL NUMBEROF MEETING ROOMS

MAX CAPACITY THEATRE ANDCLASSROOM STYLE

LOCATION AND PARKINGThe hotel is situated only threemiles from Belfast City Centre onthe A20 towards Newtownards.

George Best Belfast City Airportis only 3 miles away, and BelfastInternational Airport is 40 minutesby car (20 miles).

Translink provides a regular localservice to all parts of the Belfastarea. Central Station is a 10 minutedrive, and trains run regularlybetween Dublin and Belfast.

There are over 200 free carparking spaces on site.

The Ballroom can accommodate500 theatre-style & 160 classroom.

A total of 15 flexible conferencerooms & business centre withaccess to WiFi and built in AudioVisual Equipment.

From small-scale seminars to gala ceremonies, the Stormont Hotel sets the standard for business events.

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SIGNAL CENTREOF BUSINESSEXCELLENCE

2 Innotec Drive, Balloo Road, Bangor BT19 7PDt: +028 9147 3788e: signal@northdown.gov.ukScan the code tovisitwww.signalni.com

At SIGNAL Centre of Business Excellence weunderstand that planning and executing anevent can be stressful. Whether it is a

power-point presentation, internet access or webbased training; having support on hand to assistin this area can really make the difference.

Based on the Balloo Road in Bangor, SIGNALboasts state of the art conference facilities whichhave been specifically designed to accommodate theever‑changing demands of modern conferencing.

Each room has been equipped to the highestspecification incorporating the latest Audio Visualequipment. This along with complimentary WiFimakes SIGNAL the perfect venue for businessmeetings, conferences, training and exhibitions.

Whether you are planning a small meeting withyour team or a large conference with variousspeakers and delegates in attendance, SIGNALhas the facilities to accommodate any event.

Making your business pounds go furtherSIGNAL has Budget Busting Day Delegate Ratesavailable from £21.00 per person inc VAT thisincludes:

Room HireTea & Coffee on arrivalTea, Coffee & Scones Mid Morning3 Item Finger Buffet served with Tea & CoffeeTea, Coffee & Biscuits Mid AfternoonData Projector & Screen or Plasma TVJugs of Water, Sweets, Pads and Pencils

To support the quality of the facilitiesprovided SIGNAL offers a Price Match

Promise: “Find Similar Conference Facilities atMore Competitive Prices and SIGNAL will tryand Match the Price or even beat it!”*

In addition, SIGNAL also offers a VirtualOffice Service to support local businesses. Withso much pressure on small businesses to reducecosts, SIGNAL has introduced two virtual officepackages. Whether you are downsizing or lookingto break into new regions a virtual office optionoffers a risk free solution.

Mail Address Service: The mail address service allows companies to

use SIGNAL’s address to have post delivered toand then collected from. Mail can be forwarded ata frequency and method as per clients’instructions at a cost of Royal Mail Franked Rateplus an administration charge.

Full Virtual Office: This service has been designed to offer a risk

free option for anyone interested in starting up abusiness, or for an established business to expandinto another region, without incurring theassociated set up costs. The Full Virtual Officecombines a professional answering service andmail receipt service.

The above services are payable in advance andrates start from £30.00 per month + VAT.

So take the next step to assist your business andlet SIGNAL meet your business needs.

For further details on SIGNAL’s facilitiescontact Nicola Webster-Hughes on (028) 9147 3788.

*Terms and Conditions Apply.

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RANFURLY HOUSEDUNGANNON

26 Market SquareDungannon, BT70 1ABt: +44 (0) 28 8772 8600e:ranfurlyhousereception@dungannon.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.dungannon.info

Gateway to the historic Hill of The O’NeillRanfurly House Arts and Visitor Centre isthe perfect starting point for an exploration

of the Dungannon and Tyrone area.It is located in the former Belfast Bank – a

beautiful mid Victorian centre-piece at the heartof Dungannon town – it also sits beneath one ofIreland and Europe’s most important heritagesites – Hill of The O’Neill.

From here the famous O’Neill dynasty utilized astunning 360˙view of the province of Ulster torule Gaelic Ireland for over 300 years.

The centre contains a multi-media exhibitionnarrating the Hill’s importance in Irish andEuropean history, its links to the O’Neills and thesubsequent Flight of the Earls and Plantation ofUlster.

Visitors can also relax and enjoy great coffee inthe centre’s La Scala Café where free Wi-Fi is alsoavailable.

The Square BoxFlexible performance area with retractable

seating system when folded back offers a floorspace of approximately 12 metres by 10 metres.This flexible space is finished to an exceptionalstandard and can be used as lecture/theatre styleseating 94.

Cabaret set up 50 seats and Board Room 30seats Lighting and sound system with overheadprojector and screen and access to a Green Roomfacility.

The Tower RoomConference/Board Room located on the

Second-floor room looks out on to Hill of TheO’Neill – It has a capacity board room style 30 ,lecture style 60 and seating at tables 50

Data Projector with sound and PAApproved Venue for Civil Marriages/Civil Partnerships

Banqueting/formal functions such as wedding receptions 60 can be seated comfortablyFull access for disabled usersOur expert in house technical team are on hand

to help you create the right setting for your event

Break out Rooms/SpaceBreak out rooms/space available on first floor

ouside of the permanent exhibition area and onthe second floor outside the Tower Room

In House Catering is provided by LaScala This event team can provide your delegates or

guests with a wide variety of food and beverageoptions

LocationThe Centre is Situated in Market Square

Dungannon and is 45 minutes drive from Belfaston M1 motorway at Junction 15.

Free on-site parking available.

OPENING HOURSApril – SeptemberMonday – Friday 9.00am – 9.00pmSaturday 9.00am-5.00pmSunday 1.00pm- 5.00pm

October – MarchMonday – Saturday 9.00am – 5.00pmSunday closed

Connect with us on Facebookwww.facebook.com/dungannonarts & visitor

Talk to us on Twitter@dungannonarts

A beautiful mid Victorian centre-piece at the heart of Dungannon town

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BANBRIDGE OLD TOWN HALL

1 Scarva StreetBanbridge, BT32 3DAt: +44 (0)28 4062 0232e: tic@banbridge.gov.ukw: www.banbridge.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.banbridge.gov.uk

Situated in Banbridge, this landmark building provides a convenient meeting place from both Belfast and Dublin

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LOCATION AND PARKINGBelfast is only 30 minutes away,whilst central Dublin is around twohours. Newry, Armagh andCraigavon are also within 30minutes drive. Banbridge is servedby the Service 238 Goldliner NewryExpress and by Service 100 BusEireann from Dublin,Parking is pay and display in carparks within the town

The Meeting Room can accommodate 100 theatre-style &60 classroom.

There is one large meeting roomwhich can accommodate 100delegates theatre style. This roomhas built in Audio VisualEquipment, a removable stage andpodium. There is also a smallermeeting room which seats max 10people conference style.

Completed in 1833 to the designs of a Belfastarchitect called Michael McGarigan, it wasdescribed by the noted architectural historian, Sir

Charles Brett, as “A large and handsome edificesurmounted by a dome … and a very pleasing cupolawith clock.”

The building cost the Marquess of Downshire £2000.After having gone through a number of uses, BanbridgeDistrict Council, who own the building, had it restoredand modernised to a very high standard.

It now houses the Visitor Information Centre for thedistrict on the ground floor.

Situated in the very centre of Banbridge, thislandmark building provides a convenient meeting placefor those coming from Belfast and Dublin.

Belfast is only 30 minutes away, whilst central Dublinis approximately two hours.

Newry, Armagh and Craigavon are also within 30minutes drive. Banbridge is served by the Service 238Goldliner Newry Express and by Service 100 BusEireann from Dublin, making it a very accessible venue.

There is one large meeting room which canaccommodate 100 delegates theatre style. This room hasbuilt in Audio Visual Equipment, a removable stage andpodium.

There is also a fully equipped kitchen, including cups,saucers, cutlery etc. There is a smaller conference roomwhich seats 10 people boardroom style. The building isfully accessible with lift access to the first floor.

Parking is pay and display in car parks within the town(there is on-site parking for two cars only).

Cost to hire both rooms is £15 per hour for charitiesand community groups and £20 per hour forcommercial groups.

Ballymena provides four stunning locations for meetings of all sizes in locations that are easy to reach

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THE BRAID,BALLYMENA

1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena BT43 5JGt: +44 (0)28 2565 7161e:braidadmin@ballymena.gov.ukw: ballymena.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.ballymena.gov.uk

For a destination that has everything you couldthink of from contemporary or traditionalarchitecture to its state of the art auditoria The

Braid has to be seen to be believed. Yet, we have some excellent value packages available,

whether its a conference, seminar, concert, a play orspeech day with the kids, The Braid is a 5 star venuewith catering to match!

Facilities includeMain Auditorium max capacity 400Studio Theatre max capacity 77Arts Workshop max capacity 50Learning Zone max capacity 50Meeting Rooms max capacity 14Theatre Club max capacity 80Chamber max capacity 100

Full catering and sound facilities available.

THE SHOWGROUNDS,BALLYMENA

Warden Street,Ballymena BT43 7DRt: +44 (0)28 2563 8510e: showgrounds.reception@ballymena.gov.ukw: www.ballymena.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.ballymena.gov.uk

Ballymena Showgrounds has a sporting heritagethat is second to none and this is reflected in it’sSporting Hall Of Fame where visitors can admire

graphic displays showing famous Ballymena Sportsstars including Willie John McBride, Mary Peters andDavid Humphreys.

So what better place to have your meeting andconference. Combined with superb catering, your daywill be a memorable one and it’s amazing the positiveinfluence the Showgrounds can have on any meetinggroup!

Facilities includeMeeting Room max capacity 48Des Allen Suite max capacity 3002/3 Des AllenSuite max capacity 2001/3 Des AllenSuite max capacity 100

THE ECOS CENTRE,BALLYMENA

Kernohans Lane, Broughshane Road, Ballymena BT43 7QAt: +44 (0)28 2566 4400e: ecos@ballymena.gov.ukw: www.ballymena.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.ballymena.gov.uk

Ecos is our award winning conference and meetingvenue with a difference! Set in 150 acres ofnatural parkland, this unique building offers

contemporary space for corporate hospitality.As a top quality conference and exhibition centre,

ecos is fully equipped with up to date, comfortableconferencing and meeting facilities with WIFI availablethroughout.

ecos is ideally located with ample free parking,centrally located and easily accessible directly from theBallymena M2 Bypass.

A warm welcome awaits you, where an experiencedevent co-ordinator will ensure you have a successfulevent

Facilities includeConference Theatre - capacity 120Board Room- capacity16Meeting Room- capacity50Seminar Room - capacity 30

SEVEN TOWERS LEISURECENTRE, BALLYMENA

Trostan Avenue, Ballymena, BT43 7BLt: +44 (0)28 2564 1427w: www.ballymena.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.ballymena.gov.uk

The Seven Towers Leisure Centre is not just aswimming pool, but a state of the art conferenceand meeting venue.

Whether its an intimate team-building session in thecommittee room or a fully fledged dinner party for thatschool re-union in the Sports Hall, the Seven Towerscan perform at the highest level.

Facilities includeCommittee Room max capacity 60Multi-Use Hall max capacity 250Minor Hall max capacity 300Sports Hall max capacity 1500

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THE MERCHANTHOTEL, BELFAST

16 Skipper StreetBelfast, BT1 2DZt: +44 (0) 28 9026 2717e: events@themerchanthotel.comScan the code to visitwww.themerchanthotel.com

The five star Merchant Hotel in Belfast is aharmonious blend of Victorian grandeur and ArtDeco inspired sleek modernity. The Merchant Hotel

was voted Best Hotel UK at the International Hotel Awardsand is Belfast's only AA 5-star rated hotel.

Situated in the heart of Belfast city centre our lavishhotel hosts a multitude of amenities. Our exceptionalsetting provides the perfect space to ensure the success ofyour event.

From our fantastically appointed state-of-the-artmeeting rooms, to our seasonally themed roof top garden;your business meeting can be tailored to meet your exactrequirements.

Whether it is for 2 or 200 people, your professionalevent co-coordinator and dedicated host on the day will

ensure that your event exceeds your expectations.Our meetings space boasts in-built sound and vision

equipment, Bluetooth technology, high speed wirelessbroadband along with fully adjustable air conditioningthroughout.

We also offer the latest technology including an AirPurification System which provides an increase in oxygenat the touch of a button.

Complementing this is the ‘Colour Psychology LightingSystem’ which allows trainers to create bespoke colourmoods to maximise delegates’ attention.

Fresh menu options and innovative lunch packagescater to personal tastes and dietary needs and aredelivered with an unsurpassed level of service.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGThe Merchant Hotel is located inBelfast city centre’s CathedralQuarter just 2km from BelfastCentral Railway Station and mainbus stations, 5.6km from BelfastCity Airport and 28km from BelfastInternational Airport.

Paid parking is available nearby.

Maximum capacity theatre style:200Maximum capacity classroomstyle: 90Maximum capacity boardroomstyle: 80Maximum capacity dinner party:150

A versatile events space with sixmeeting rooms and break out barand lounge Seasonally themedprivate roof garden.

Voted Best Hotel UK at the International Hotel Awards and is Belfast's only AA 5-star rated hotel.

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Montalto Estate, Spa Road,Ballynahinch, BT24 8PTt: +44 (0) 28 9756 6100e: info@thecarriagerooms.comScan the code to visitwww.thecarriagerooms.com

Magnificent Montalto Estate comprises of more than 400 acres ofprivately owned rural landscape and so much more. Nestled in thepicturesque surroundings of the County Down countryside this is a

magnificent hidden gem steeped in history. The Carriage Rooms is the newest addition to this history and opened its

doors in June 2012. This purpose built, one of a kind venue, with an 1850slisted mill building at its heart, is capable of accommodating a broadspectrum of corporate events whilst providing client interaction andattention to detail that is second to none.

Expansive areas both inside and out make almost anything possible and indealing with our venue manager and team you will find prompt and efficientservice each and every time.

In this high end location where you will have all the exclusivity you candesire, you can be sure that delegates will be amazed at both the unique andpragmatic setup which ensures events run smoothly thus allowing you tokeep your focus on what matters.

Clay shooting, zip line, fly fishing, falconry, archery, wine tasting, kayaking,cookery demonstrations; the list is endless.

Whatever your conference requirements, with a unique setup and stunningbackdrop, we can guarantee that The Carriage Rooms will meet yourexpectations and beyond!

The Walled GardenMaintained to the very highest standards and consisting of beautifully

manicured beds, a glasshouse and gravel walkways, this is a perfectenvironment for a luxurious drinks reception, afternoon tea or a breakoutarea during conferences.

The Courtyard and Stable yardA spacious courtyard, accessed directly from the banquet hall, leads

immediately onto the finest of stable yards. These areas provide yet anotheropportunity to hold an outdoor drinks reception, perhaps a summer BBQafter a day of estate activities or maybe just another stunning breakoutenvironment.

Magnificent Montalto Estate set in 400 of Co Down’s most beautiful acres

BELFASTWATERFRONT

2 Lanyon Place, Belfast, BT1 3WH t: +44 (0) 28 9033 4400f: +44 (0) 28 9024 9862e: conference@waterfront.co.ukScan the code to visitwww.waterfront.co.uk

There is only one local venue with both the capacityand capabilities to deliver a wide range of eventseffortlessly – and that’s the awarding winning Belfast

Waterfront Conference and Exhibition Centre. From large conferences for 2,000+ delegates to small-

scale business meetings, Northern Ireland’s only purposebuilt conference centre has everything you need and moreto make your event a runaway success. And the best isabout to get even better!

An exciting 4,000m2 extension opening in 2016 will seethe venue’s footprint more than double in size. Stretchingout to the edge of the River Lagan, the new extension willseamlessly integrate with the existing centre and featurefour floors of endless possibilities. Designed with thecustomer in mind, each floor will offer stylish and flexiblespaces fitted to a high specification to create the perfectmeeting place for delegates to network, learn and share.

Clients will be spoilt for choice with its exceptional serviceand world-class conference facilities:

4,900m2 of exhibition space, 2,000-seat auditorium,380-seat studio and 17 stand alone meetings rooms for 10to 200 delegates.

In addition to providing greater flexibility and morechoice, delegates can enjoy some of the city’s finest viewsfrom new external terraces, and with an experienced teamof staff on hand to assist in any way, the newly extendedvenue promises not to disappoint.

Throughout its 18 years in business, Belfast Waterfronthas successfully delivered a wide range of prestigiousconferences, as well as some of the city’s high profile eventsincluding two US presidential visits, and more recently the2014 Giro d’Italia Big Start. Today it enjoys an enviableclient portfolio, from multi-national companies toassociations, academic institutions to trade unions, stagingconferences, seminars, exhibitions, banquets and awardceremonies.

Clients choose the Waterfront, time after time, for itsflexible space, outstanding customer service and great citycentre location, with easy access to top attractions,restaurants and hotels. So whatever your requirements, ourdedicated, experienced and professional technical andevents teams will ensure your event exceeds expectations,guaranteeing a unique and memorable experience.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGAccessibility to the venuecouldn’t be easier. Serviced bytwo airports, George Best BelfastCity Airport is just 10 minutesdrive and Belfast InternationalAirport is 25 minutes journey.Belfast now enjoys 33 direct UKflight connections includingLondon which has over 179flights a week. And just 90minutes away, Dublin offersdelegates direct links with 27 UKairports and 104 across Europe.

Adjacent public car parksprovide over 850 spaces.

The Main Auditorium seatsup to 2200 theatre style and 300classroom style.

Main Auditorium and Studioplus 11 smaller meeting roomsand exhibition space

Entertainment, arts and conferences in the heart of Belfast

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34 Bedford Street Belfast BT2 7FFt: +44 (0) 28 9033 4400f: +44 (0) 28 9024 9862e: conference@belfastcity.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.ulsterhall.co.uk

One of Northern Ireland’s artistic and culturallandmarks, The Ulster Hall offers an enviablesetting and is sure to make your event a truly

memorable occasion.

The elegant Grand Hall, with its spectacularMulholland Grand Organ, is the perfect backdrop for galadinners, award presentations or key note speeches.

Designed by local architect WJ Barre, the Ulster Hallopened in 1862 and has an unrivalled reputation foroutstanding events. Rich in heritage, this Victorianmasterpiece offers a unique alternative for all your eventrequirements.

Refurbished to the highest standards, adding modernfeatures yet retaining all of its original character, theUlster Hall offers a range of flexible meeting andexhibition spaces. Whether for 10 or 1000 delegates, themulti-purpose facilities are equally suitable forconferences, exhibitions or gala dinners.

Alongside the Grand Hall the former Group Theatre hasbeen carefully renovated to create a modern and spaciousevent space ideal settings for small scale entertainment,corporate hospitality, press conferences or meetings.

Seating up to 100, it’s also the perfect location for anintimate wedding ceremony or reception or a private artexhibition.

A suite of new purpose built meeting rooms adds to theflexibility of this grand venue.

With all the benefits of a prime city centre location, theUlster Hall can meet every requirement and the in-housetechnical and event management team, equipped with awealth of technical knowledge and operational expertise,provide all the support you need to deliver a memorableand successful event.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGLocated right in the heart ofBelfast city centre, many of thecity’s best hotels, restaurants andvisitor attractions are withinwalking distance.

Belfast City Airport is just 10minutes drive and BelfastInternational a comfortable 45minute journey.

City centre car parks provideample nearby parking.

The Grand Hall seats up to1000 theatre style and 250classroom style.

Grand Hall and Group Spaceplus 5 smaller meeting rooms.

The Ulster Hall is one of Belfast's oldest buildings

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THE ULSTER HALL

Oxford island NNRCraigavon BT66 6NJ t: 028 3832 2205e: oxford.island@craigavon.gov.uk

The Lough Neagh Discovery Centre is situated on thesouthern shore of Lough Neagh, within thebreathtaking Oxford Island National Nature Reserve.

It is easily accessible, only 5 minutes from the M1Motorway and 30 minutes drive from Belfast.

With its superb setting on the shores of Lough Neagh,disabled access and a variety of meeting rooms and otherfacilities, the Centre is an excellent conference destination.

There are three flexible conference rooms, all of whichprovide comfortable meeting space. All rooms have viewsof Lough Neagh and the layout of the rooms is flexible,according to the needs of customers.

Our staff have many years’ experience in helping visitinggroups and conference users and customer care and we arerenowned for our friendly ‘can-do’ attitude.

The Lough Neagh Discovery Centre is also widelyacclaimed for its Loughside Café, where home-cooked

food, using fresh local produce, is available every day.Whether it is a hot or cold buffet or hearty home cookeddinners, the catering staff at the centre can meet yourrequirements in a flexible way.

We do not compromise on quality and can customize ourmenus to suit any group, individual or dietaryrequirement. During the summer months, much of ourproduce is grown organically in our garden area which isused as an educational resource for visiting schools.

The 100 seater café has superb panoramic views ofLough Neagh - the largest lake in the UK and Ireland.

The Oxford Island site itself is always popular with ourvisiting delegates who often take an opportunity during thelunchtime break to take a stroll along the loughshore orthrough the woodlands or wild flower meadows.

With International designations for its important wildlifeand habitats, there is always something interesting to seeat Lough Neagh.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGLough Neagh Discovery Centre issituated within the breathtakingOxford Island National NatureReserve.

This unique facility is located justoff junction 10 on the M1, within 30minutes of Belfast.

There is ample free, on-siteparking.

A selection of meeting rooms offersa maximum of 200 theatre & 20boardroom style seating.

A total of 3 flexible rooms suitablefor meetings, conferences andexhibitions, all with beautifulpanoramic views of Lough Neagh.

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CONFERENCES ATMALONE HOUSE

Barnett DemesneBelfast, BT9 5PBt: +44 (0) 28 9068 1246,f: +44 (0) 28 9068 2197e: mhreception@malonehouse.co.ukScan the code to visitwww.malonehouse.co.uk

Malone House is a late Georgian mansion, setamong the rolling meadows and parkland ofBarnett Demesne in south Belfast. The grounds

and the house itself set it apart from any other conferencevenue.

Owned and managed by Belfast City Council, MaloneHouse offers the perfect setting for your meeting or event,whatever the size. The venue is conveniently located just10 minutes away from the centre of Belfast and has amplefree parking.

Malone House has four main function rooms, all ofwhich are named after historical figures associated withthe building. There are also two smaller function rooms,which are ideal as syndicate or breakout rooms.

Malone House offers great value for money and variousoptions of conference packages to suit all delegates. Withversatile and spacious rooms, Malone House is ideal forall-day seminars, small business breakfasts or largepresentations.

Each room is suitable for seminars, meetings,conferences and other events, and their capacities rangefrom six to 120 people, depending on the layout you

choose. Our highly experienced and professionalmanagement team will be available throughout all stagesof planning your event to offer assistance.

All of our rooms are fully accessible and we can providethe following equipment at no additional charge:

• projector screen;• flipcharts and pens; and• public address system with use of one microphone on

a lead.

Other equipment can be booked with our local supplier,photocopying and faxing facilities are also available at asmall fee.

The Barnett Restaurant and Malone Room are locatedin Malone House and are renownedfor their friendly and relaxedatmosphere. Both use fresh localproduce to create modern dishesmaking them a popular meetingplace for social and business lunches,morning coffee and afternoon tea.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGMalone House is situated insouth Belfast, within the groundsof Barnett Demesne. The venueis a 10 minute drive from Belfastcity centre and is well signpostedfrom the nearby A55 outer ringroad at Shaw's Bridge. Over 100free car parking spaces areavailable on site. Please note thatarrangements can be made inadvance for improvedaccessibility or deliveries.

The Harberton Room can accommodate 120 theatre styleand 70 cabaret style.

A total of four main functionrooms. There are also twosmaller function rooms, whichare ideal as syndicate or breakout rooms.

Malone House is a stunning Georgian mansion, set in Barnett Demesne in south Belfast.

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CONFERENCES ATBELFAST CASTLE

Antrim RoadBelfast, BT15 5GRt: +44 (0) 28 9077 6925f: +44 (0) 28 9037 0228e: bcr@belfastcastle.co.uk Scan the code to visitwww.belfastcastle.co.uk

Belfast Castle is a beautiful 19th Century ScottishBaronial building with a well deserved reputationas a unique and high quality function venue.

Owned and managed by Belfast City Council, BelfastCastle is one of the most spectacular buildings in Belfast,offering panoramic views across Belfast Lough.

The castle is set in the heart of Cave Hill Country Parkand has conference facilities that will satisfy your everyneed. Belfast Castle offers complementary car parkingand located just 15 minutes drive from Belfast city centre,its location is accessible from the M2, M3 and M5motorways.

Belfast Castle has six main function rooms, which areall named after historical figures associated with thebuilding. Each one is suitable for seminars, meetings,conferences and other events, and their capacities rangefrom 16 to 200 people, depending on the layout youchoose.

All our rooms are fully wheelchair accessible. If yourequire syndicate or breakout rooms, please let us knowwhen making your booking.

Belfast Castle offers great value for money and various

options of conference packages to suit all delegates. Ourhighly experienced and professional management teamwill be available throughout all stages of planning yourevent to offer assistance. We can provide the followingequipment at no additional charge:

• projector screen;• flipcharts and pens; and• public address system with use of one microphone

(ground floor only).Other equipment can be booked with our local supplier,

photocopying and faxing facilities are also available at asmall fee.

The Cellar Restaurant and Tavern are situated in thecellar of Belfast Castle and are renowned for their friendlyand relaxed atmosphere.

Both offer a wide variety of gourmet cuisine using freshlocal produce, making them a popular meeting place forsocial and business lunches, dinner, morning coffee andafternoon tea.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGBelfast Castle is located on theslopes of Cave Hill in north Belfast.It is well signposted from nearbyAntrim Road.

Free car parkingis provided at theend of the maindriveway, nearthe main castlebuilding.

The Chichester Room can accommodate 200 theatre styleand 84 cabaret.

Belfast Castle has six mainfunction rooms, all named afterhistorical figures associated withthe building.

Belfast Castle, located in the Cave Hill area of Belfast is one of the city's most famous landmarks.

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MILLENNIUMFORUM DERRY

3 Newmarket St Londonderry BT48 6EBt: +44 (0) 28 7127 2772e: paulm@millenniumforum.co.ukScan the code to visitwww.millenniumforum.co.uk

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LOCATION AND PARKINGIn the heart of the city of Derry.The city centre location of theForum makes it a perfect venuefor a meeting or conference.

DerryAirport 12 miles, Belfast 72miles.

Secure underground car-parking.

The Auditorium can accommodate 1020 theatre-style& 367 classroom.

A total of 15 flexible conferencerooms with access to WiFi andbuilt in Audio Visual Equipment

Located in the heart of the Northern Ireland’s historic walled city

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The Millennium Forum provides the perfectconference venue for your business. Located in theheart of Derry/Londonderry, it is the largest

conference venue in the North West. Whether you areorganising a major conference, a banquet or dinnerdance, a presentation or sporting event, the MillenniumForum can provide a first class service.

The award winning building offers a fully flexible mainauditorium with hydraulic motorised pit lift. It isadaptable allowing you to cater for functions of up to1,000 delegates. There are also fifteen state of the artfunction rooms that can accommodate smaller groupsfor more intimate events.

With the latest AV capabilities, LCD projectors andWi-Fi in every space our dedicated technical team will beon hand to help and advise you with any queries youhave and our experts will look after all of your technicalrequirements. From video- conferencing to PowerPointpresentations our staff, have the knowledge.

In-house restaurant, Encore Brasserie, winner of the‘Taste of Ulster’ 2013 accolade, provides deliciousaccompaniment to any event, adding the finishing touch

for the conference organisers.The Millennium Forum is designed to adapt and meet

the changing demands in conferencing, our standard 998seat theatre can transform to meet your needs at the touchof a button.

Our strong team at the Millennium Forum are alwaysthere for you and your delegates helping meet everyneed you require.

Why not take time out in one of our fully licensed cafebars or relax in our 'chill out' area above the main piazzaof the centre. Perhaps you may want to take in a showafter a long day or even just wind down, the MillenniumForum's jam-packed programme has something foreveryone. With our theatre restaurant and café you willnever have to go far if you fancy a light snack or fourcourse meal.

From West End shows to large scale conferences, theMillennium Forum really is the place “Where greatBusiness performs!”

For enquires contact Paul Masonconference@millenniumforum.co.uk, or call 028 7127 2772

1 Olympic Way, Queen's Road, Belfast, BT3 9EPt: +44 (0)28 907 66386e: enquiries@titanicbelfast.comScan code to visit:www.titanicbelfast.com

Titanic Belfast is an iconic building that offersspectacular conference and banqueting facilitiesin an array of architecturally unique spaces. From

intimate mezzanines to exclusive use of the entirebuilding,

Titanic Belfast is the perfect location for gala dinners,receptions and conferences, catering from 50 to 1500guests. Offering a uniquely Belfast experience,delegates can enjoy panoramic views over the slipways,the exact site where the giant structure of Titanic wasbuilt over 100 years ago.

Located on the top floors of the building, and at theexact height of Titanic’s superstructure, the TitanicSuites comprise an unparalleled range of state of the artflexible event spaces, offering conference, meeting andbreakout spaces in elegant but practical surroundings.

With capacity for up to 750 delegates in the main TitanicSuite in theatre style set up, this large pillar free room isequipped with discreet, multifunctional audio, visual andlighting facilities adaptable to all requirements.

Titanic Belfast provides a spectacular setting forsumptuous private dining and iconic tailoredexperiences. The opulent decor in the Titanic Suites isthemed on the interiors of Titanic herself, including areplica of the liner’s famous Grand Staircase. Coupledwith White Star Line branded crockery and Titanicthemed menu options, the Titanic Suites offer a trulyunique dining experience.

Experienced in large association, corporate andincentive events our in house hospitality expertise istailored to each event ensuring a seamless experiencefor all guests.

As part of any event, visitors can experience TitanicBelfast’s nine interactive galleries using state-of-the-arttechnology and innovative design to tell Titanic’s storyfrom conception to construction and launch, to itsmaiden voyage and subsequent place in history.

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Titanic Belfast is located at thecentre of Titanic Quarter and iseasily accessible by car, publictransport and is approximately 25minute walk from Belfast CityCentre. Vehicles approachingBelfast on the M1 or M2 shouldfollow the signs to Belfast CityAirport M3, taking the first exit forTitanic Quarter.

There are 520 secure,underground parking spaces atTitanic Belfast.

The main Titanic Suite canaccommodate up to 750 delegatesin theatre style and 300 delegatesin classroom style set up, thoughsmaller numbers can also beaccommodated in this space.

A total of 5 flexible conferencerooms with access tocomplimentary Wi-Fi.

Titanic Belfast – A venue of choice

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32ANTRIM CASTLEGARDENS &CLOTWORTHY HOUSE

Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House is ahidden gem waiting to be explored. A completeliving museum, this beautiful venue is a unique

location for your conference or event.

The historic Gardens and buildings recently underwent amultimillion pound project to restore some of theirfeatures to their original 17th century condition. As partof this restoration project, new multipurpose meetingrooms were built within Clotworthy House, ideal forworkshops, meetings, seminars, events and exhibitions.

Clotworthy House itself has been beautifully refurbishedwith two landscaped courtyards and modern facilities.Rooms can cater for a variety of flexible set ups for groupsfrom 2-50. A full range of audio visual equipment isavailable with free Wifi and onsite technical support.

This unique venue is one you will want to keep comingback to, it has so much to offer. The buildings are set rightat the heart of the historic gardens, which are ideal for astroll and also offer a number of outdoor spaces for hire.

These include the Large Parterre Garden and Pavilion,and an Events Field that can cater for up to 6000 people.

Both the Gardens and the buildings are fully accessiblewith lifts and accessible toilets.

The onsite caterer can tailor a hospitality package to suityour needs, both within the Coffee Shop and in theoutdoor spaces for larger events.

With extensive event management experience, the teamat Antrim Castle Gardens will not only assist but offeradvice to ensure your event runs smoothly.

Located centrally in Northern Ireland, these 60 acreGardens and conference facilities are just off the A26,right in the centre of Antrim Town. A few minutes’ drivewill take you to both the M2 and M22 and approximatelyfive minutes’ drive will bring you to Belfast InternationalAirport.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGConveniently located on theoutskirts of Antrim Town just offthe M2 Motorway Junction 7, M22Junction 1 and A26 main arterialroute.

Belfast International Airport isapproximately 5 minutes driveaway.

120 complimentary car parkingspaces are available on site.

The Massereene Room canaccommodate up to 50 theatrestyle and up to 24 boardroomstyle.

5 flexible meeting rooms allequipped with WiFi.

Clotworthy HouseRandalstown Road, Antrim BT41 4LHT: +44 (0)28 9448 1338E: culture@antrim.gov.ukScan the code to visitwww.antrim.gov.uk

A complete living museum in Antrim

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ANTRIMCIVIC CENTRE

50 Stiles WayAntrim, BT41 2UBT: +44 (0) 28 9446 3113E: room.bookings@antrim.gov.ukOpen: Mon–Fri, 8am–9pmWeekends by arrangementScan the code to visitwww.antrim.gov.uk

Aspacious and impressive building offering anexcellent range of conference and meeting rooms,Antrim Civic Centre is an ideal venue for groups

and businesses seeking high quality facilities and service.

The Civic Centre offers:• Adaptable facilities, enabling you and your delegates

to communicate effectively and creatively• Personal, flexible and efficient service• Excellent IT facilities with Wifi available throughout

the building • Full range of first-class catering services available

The Steeple Suite - a highly versatile conference roomwith a sliding partition to allow for greater flexibility. Theroom can accommodate up to 90 delegates theatre-styleand is fully equipped with an integrated IT systemincluding ceiling-mounted data projector, computer andmicrophones.

The Whinstone Suite – accommodates up to 50delegates theatre style and is equipped with a 50”flatscreen TV and computer. A laptop can be connectedvia VGA cable. The Whinstone Suite may also be set up U-shape, cabaret or boardroom style.

The Round Tower Chamber is an impressive venue inits own right. Beautifully finished in oak throughout,delegates are seated on comfortable leather swivel chairswith a personal microphone for optimum conferenceparticipation.

Antrim Civic Centre is fully accessible. The building isequipped with lifts, accessible toilets on both floors andfree on-site parking.

Staff are committed to providing a professional, personalservice, tailored to your individual needs, to ensure thatevery aspect of your function runs smoothly.

Antrim Civic Centre is the ideal venue for bothworkshops and training courses. The modern facilitiesare excellent and staff are both friendly and efficientLocal Government Staff Commission

Each and every member of staff encountered providedexcellent customer service. Would certainly use the CivicCentre for future programmesRoyal College of Nursing

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LOCATION AND PARKINGConveniently located on theoutskirts of Antrim Town just offthe M2 Motorway Junction 7,M22 Junction 1 and A26 mainarterial route.

Belfast International Airport isjust over a 10 minute drive away(5.3 mi).

230 complimentary car parkingspaces are available on site.

The Steeple Suite can accommodate up to 90 theatrestyle and up to 48 cabaret style

The Civic Centre offers 9multifunctional rooms suitablefor conferences and meetings

A spacious and impressive building, Antrim Civic Centre offers an excellent range of conference and meeting rooms.

TULLYLAGANHOUSE HOTEL

40b Tullylagan Road,Cookstown, CountyTyrone, BT80 8UPt: +44 (0) 28 8676 5100e: info@tullylaganhotel.comScan the code to visitwww.tullylaganhotel.com

Whether a conference in the country, an event inthe estate or a mere meeting at the manor,Tullylagan Country House Hotel offers the

complete package whatever your meeting or event – atranquil setting, a warm welcome, superb tailor-madecatering options, a range of stunning meeting and eventrooms, luxurious accommodation and landscapedgrounds, and all personally managed by a renownedexperienced team.

This privately owned family run country house hotelhas played host to many high profile companies, publicsector bodies and unique events due to the beauty ofTullylagan’s diversity and flexibility, as well as its centrallocation in Northern Ireland – just 45 minutes to Belfastand 1 hour to Enniskillen or L’derry.

Conferences, Meetings and Training Days are all aboutcommunicating, and the venue chosen is the first messagegiven to your delegates when they are invited. AtTullylagan we believe our award-winning background aswell as our personal management style is what gives youas the client this initial message and confidence in us asyour chosen host venue.

Our range of meeting rooms can cater for conferences

of all sizes from one-to-one interviews to full theatre orclassroom style training days. All our meeting rooms aretastefully decorated in classic country house style, all withnatural light to help your delegates feel more alert,relaxed and receptive, yet with all the contemporarytechnological support and facilities you would expectfrom a 21st Century venue.

OUTDOOR TEAM BUILDING EVENTSWhether you need to add some activity to your

conference, reinforce a training message, develop highperforming teams, build relationships with customers orjust have a great time indoors or outdoors with people fromyour organisation, we have over 30 acres of private groundsto explore and facilitate. At Tullylagan we have teamed upwith one of Northern Irelands leading outdoor eventsfacilitator to create and provide three “off the shelf” uniqueand memorable energising team events packages.

To inquire further about one of our outdoor teamevents, or to discuss any of your personal conference,meeting or bespoke business event requirements, pleasecontact one of our Event Managers on 028 8676 5100.

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LOCATION AND PARKINGCentral location in NorthernIreland – just 45 minutes to Belfastand one hour to Enniskillen orL’derry, with ample complimentaryon-site parking.

The Banqueting Suite can accommodate up to 200 theatre-style & up to 120 cabaret-style.

A total of 5 meeting rooms withcomplimentary Wi-Fi throughout,and comes complete with fullbusiness administration facilities,and equipment hire perfect forthat last minute planning.

A moment of magic in the heart of Northern Ireland and less than one hour from Belfast

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OUR BUSINESS ISTAKING CARE OFYOUR BUSINESS

ADAIR ARMS HOTEL

1-7 Ballymoney Road

Ballymena, BT43 5BS

028 2565 3674

ANTRIM CASTLE GARDENS

AND CLOTWORTHY HOUSE

Clotworthy House

Randalstown Road,

Antrim BT41 4LH

028 9448 1338

ANTRIM CIVIC CENTRE

50 Stiles Way,

Antrim, BT41 2UB,

Northern Ireland

028 9446 3113

ARDTARA COUNTRY HOUSE

8 Gorteade Road

Maghera, BT46 5SA

028 7964 4490

ARMAGH CITY HOTEL

Friary Road

Armagh, BT60 4FR

028 3751 8888

ASSEMBLY BUILDINGS CONFERENCE CENTRE

2-10 Fisherwick Place,

Belfast, BT1 6DW

028 90 417 200

BALLYMENA SHOWGROUNDS

Warden St,

Ballymena, BT43 7DR

028 2563 8510

BALMORAL HOTEL

Blacks Road

Belfast, BT10 0ND

028 9030 1234

BANBRIDGE OLD TOWN HALL

1 Scarva Street

Banbridge, BT32 3DA

028 4062 0232

BAYVIEW HOTEL

2 Bayhead Road

Portballintrae, BT57 8RZ

028 2073 4100

BEECH HILL HOUSE HOTEL

32 Ardmore Road

Londonderry, BT47 3QP

028 7134 9279

BEECHLAWN HOUSE HOTEL

4 Dunmurry Lane

Belfast, BT17 9RR

028 9060 2010

BELFAST CASTLE

Antrim Road

Belfast, BT15 5GR

028 9077 6925

BELFAST HILTON

4 Lanyon Place

Belfast, BT1 3LP

028 9027 7000

BELFAST WATERFRONT HALL

2 Lanyon Place

Belfast, BT1 3WH

028 9033 4400

BELMONT HOTEL

Rathfriland Road

Banbridge, BT32 3LH

028 4066 2517

BEST WESTERN CRESCENT

TOWNHOUSE HOTEL

11 Lower Crescent

Belfast, BT7 1NR

028 9032 3349

BURRENDALE HOTEL &

COUNTRY CLUB

49-51 Castlewellan Road

Newcastle, BT33 0JY

028 4372 2599

BUSHMILLS INN

9 Dunluce Road

BUSHMILLS, BT57 8QG

028 2073 2134

BUSHTOWN HOTEL

283 Drumcroon Road

Coleraine, BT51 3QT

028 7035 8367

CALLY PALACE

Gatehouse of Fleet

Scotland

01557 814 341

CANAL COURT HOTEL

29-32 Merchants Quay

Newry, BT35 8HF

028 3025 1234

CARRIAGE ROOMS AT MONTALTO

Montalto Estate,

Spa Road, Ballynahinch, BT24 8PT

028 9756 6100

CASTLEREAGH HILLS

GOLF COURSE

75 Upper Braniel Road

Belfast, BT5 7TX

028 9044 8477

CASTLE LESLIE

Glaslough,

Monaghan

+353 47 88100

CAUSEWAY HOTEL

40 Causeway Road

Bushmills, BT57 8SU

028 2073 1226

CHARLEMONT ARMS HOTEL

63-65 Upper English Street

Armagh, BT61 7LB

028 3752 2028

CHIMNEY CORNER

630 Antrim Road

Newtownabbey, BT36 4RH

028 9084 4925

CITY OF DERRY HOTEL

Queens Quay

Londonderry, BT48 7AS

028 7136 5800

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VENUES & SERVICES DIRECTORY

Your directory and contact details for some - but by no means all - of the best venues and service providers

CLANDEBOYE LODGE HOTEL

Clandeboye Lodge

10 Estate Road

BANGOR, BT19 1UR

028 9185 2500

CLIFTON HOUSE

North Queen St

Belfast BT15 1EQ

028 9089 7534

CLARION HOTEL

75 Belfast Road

Carrickfergus, BT38 8PH

028 9336 4556

COHANNON INN

212 Ballynakilly Road

Dungannon, BT71 6HJ

028 8772 4488

CORICK HOUSE

20 Corick Road

Clogher, BT76 0BZ

028 8554 8216

CORPORATE AV HIRE

2 Woodstock Link

Belfast, BT6 8DD

08456 430 365

CRAIGAVON CIVIC CENTRE

Craigavon Borough Council

PO Box 66, Lakeview Road

Craigavon BT64 1AL

028 3831 2423

CRESCENT ARTS CENTRE

2-4 University Road

Belfast BT7 1NH

028 9024 2338

CROSS SQUARE HOTEL (THE)

4-5 Cardinal O’Fiaich Square

Newry, BT35 9AA

028 3086 0505

CRUMLIN ROAD GAOL

53-55 Crumlin Road

Belfast BT 14 6ST

028 9074 1500

CULLODEN HOTEL

142 Bangor Road

Holywood, BT18 0EX

028 9042 1066

CURRAN COURT HOTEL

6 Redlands Road

Larne, BT40 1FD

028 2827 5505

DENVIR’S HOTEL

14 English Street

Downpatrick, BT30 6AB

028 446 12012

DRUMMOND HOTEL

Main Street

Limavady, BT49 9HS

028 7772 2121

DUBLIN CONVENTION CENTRE

Spencer DockNorth Wall Quay, Dublin 1t: + 353 1 856 0000

DUKES AT QUEENS HOTEL

65-67 University Street

Belfast, BT7 1FY

028 9023 6666

DUNADRY HOTEL &

COUNTRY CLUB

2 Islandreagh Drive

Antrim, BT41 2HA

028 9443 4343

DUNGIVEN CASTLE

145 Main Street

Dungiven

Londonderry, Bt47 4lf

028 7774 2428

DUNSILLY ARMS

20 Dunsilly Road

ANTRIM, BT41 2JH

028 9446 2929

ECOS CENTRE

Kernohan’s Lane

Broughshane Road, Ballymena

028 2566 4400

EXPRESS HOLIDAY INN

106A University Street

Belfast, BT7 1HP

028 9031 1909

FARSET INTERNATIONAL

466 Springfield Road

Belfast, BT12 7DW

028 9089 9833

FERNHILL HOTEL

Portpatrick

01776 810 220

FIR TREES HOTEL

Dublin Road

Strabane, BT82 9EA

028 7138 2382

FITZWILLIAM HOTEL

Great Victoria Street

Belfast,

028 9044 2080

FOCUS AV

8 Castleton

Templepatrick, BT39 0AZ

t: 07874 006777

GALGORM MANOR

136 Fenaghy Road

Ballymena, BT42 1EA

028 2588 1001

GLENAPP CASTLE

Ayrshire

01465 813 212

GLENAVON HOUSE HOTEL

52 Drum Road

Cookstown, BT80 8QS

028 8676 4949

GRAND OPERA HOUSE

2-4 Great Victoria Street

Belfast, BT2 7HR

028 9024 1919

GRANGE LODGE

7 Grange Road

Dungannon, BT71 7EJ

028 8778 4212

GREENVALE HOTEL

57 Drum Road

Cookstown, BT80 8QS

028 8676 2243

GUILDHALL

Shipquay Place

LONDONDERRY, BT48 6DQ

028 7137 7335

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HILTON TEMPLEPATRICK

Castle Upton Estate

Templepatrick BT39 0DD

028 9443 5500

HOLIDAY INN

22 Ormeau Avenue

Belfast, BT2 8HS

0871 942 9005

IBIS HOTEL

BELFAST QUEENS QUARTER

Renshaws Hotel

75 University Street

Belfast, BT7 1HL

028 9033 3366

ISLAND HOUSE TRAINING

CENTRE

Station Road

Antrim BT41 1BH

028 9446 8888

IVANHOE INN

556 Saintfield Road

Belfast, BT8 8EU

028 9081 2240

JURYS INN

Great Victoria Street

BELFAST, BT2 7AP

028 9053 3500

KELLY’S INN

232 Omagh Road

Garvaghy

DUNGANNON, BT70 2DX

028 8556 8218

KILLYHEVLIN HOTEL

Dublin Road

Enniskillen, BT74 6RW

028 6632 3481

KILMOREY ARMS

43 Greencastle Street

Kilkeel, BT34 4BH

028 4176 2220

KING’S HALL

Balmoral

Belfast, BT9 6GW

028 9066 5225

LA MON HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB

15-21 Great Georges St

Belfast, BT15 1FH

028 9024 2414

LAGAN VALLEY ISLAND

Lagan Valley Island

Lisburn, BT27 4RL,

028 9250 9292

LARCHFIELD

375 Upper Ballynahinch Road

Lisburn, BT27 6XL

028 9263 8025

LODGE HOTEL

Lodge Road

Coleraine, BT52 1NF

028 7034 4848

LONDONDERRY ARMS HOTEL

24-26 Harbour Road

Ballymena, BT44 0EU

028 2888 5255

LONDONDERRY

METHODIST CITY MISSION

19a Crawford Square

Londonderry, Bt48 7hr

028 7130 9388

LOUGH ERNE HOTEL

54 Main Street

Rosscolban

Enniskillen, BT93 1TF

028 6863 1275

LOUGH NEAGH DISCOVERY

CENTRE

Oxford island NNR

Craigavon BT66 6NJ|

028 3832 2205

LYRIC THEATRE

55 Ridgeway St,

Belfast BT9 5FB

028 9038 1081

MAC (THE)

10 Exchange Street West

Belfast, BT1 2NJ

028 9089 2960

MAGHERABUOY HOUSE HOTEL

41 Magheraboy Road

Portrush, BT56 8NX

028 7082 3507

MAHONS HOTEL

Mill St

Enniskillen, BT94 1GS

028 6862 1656

MALMAISSON HOTEL

34-38 Victoria Street

Belfast, BT1 3GH

028 9022 0200

MALONE HOUSE

Barnett Demesne

Belfast, BT9 5PB

028 9068 1246

MALONE LODGE HOTEL

60 Eglantine Avenue

Belfast, BT9 6DY

028 9038 8000

MANOR HOTEL

69 Main Street

Ballymoney, BT53 6AN

028 2766 9927

MANOR HOUSE COUNTRY HOTEL

Rockfield

Irvinestown

Enniskillen, BT94 1RE

028 6862 2200

MARINE COURT HOTEL

18 20 Quay Street

Bangor, BT20 5ED

028 9145 1100

MELLON COUNTRY HOTEL

134 Beltany Road

Omagh, BT78 5RA

028 8166 1224

MERCHANT HOTEL

16 Skipper Street

Belfast, BT1 2DZ

028 9023 4888

MILL AT BALLYDUGAN

3 Drumcullan Road

Downpatrick, BT30 8HZ

028 4461 3654

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40MILLENNIUM FORUM

3 Newmarket St

Londonderry BT48 6EB

028 7127 2772

MOUNT CONFERENCE CENTRE

2 Woodstock Link

BELFAST, BT6 8DD

028 9073 0188

MOURNE COUNTRY HOTEL

52 Belfast Rd

Newry, BT34 1TR

028 3026 7922

NORTH WEST CASTLE

Stranraer

01776 704 413

NEWFORGE HOUSE

58 New Forge Road

Craigavon, BT67 0QL

028 9261 1255

NEWRY GOLF INN

Forkhill Road

Newry, BT35 8QY

028 3026 3871

RANFURLY HOUSE

26 Market Square

Dungannon BT70 1AB

028 8772 8600

ROE PARK

Drumrane Rd,

Limavady BT49 9LB

028 7772 2222

ROSSAHILLY HOUSE

Trory Bay,

Enniskillen BT94 2FP

028 6632 0976

SAVILLE AUDIO

11 Duncrue Crescent,

Belfast BT3 9BW

028 9077 2772

7 TOWERS LEISURE CENTRE

Trostan Avenue

Ballymena BT43 7BL

028 2564 1427

SCOTTISH PROVIDENT BUILDING

7 Donegall Square West

Belfast, BT1 6JH

028 9091 8200

SIGNAL CENTRE OF BUSINESSEXCELLENCE

2 Innotec Drive,

Balloo Road, Bangor BT19 7PD

028 9147 3788

SILVERBIRCH HOTEL

Silverbirch Hotel

Gortin Road

Omagh, BT79 7DH

028 8224 2520

SLIEVE DONARD HOTEL

Downs Road

Newcastle, BT33 0AH

028 4372 1066

SLIEVE RUSSELL HOTEL

Ballyconnell

Co. Cavan, Ireland

+353 49 952 6444

STORMONT HOTEL

587 Upper Newtownards Rd,

Belfast, BT4 3LP

028 9065 1066

THE BRAID

1-29 Bridge St,

Ballymena, BT43 5EJ

028 2565 7161

TITANIC BELFAST

1 Queens Rd,

Titanic Quarter, Belfast BT3 9EP

028 9076 6386

TULLYLAGAN COUNTRY HOUSE

Tullylagan Road

Cookstown, BT80 9AZ

028 86765 100

ULSTER HALL

34 Bedford Street

Belfast BT2 7FF

028 9033 4400

WELLINGTON PARK HOTEL

21 Malone Road

Belfast, BT9 6RW

028 9038 1111

WILSON’S AUCTIONS

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

22 Mallusk Road

Newtownabbey BT36 4PP

028 9034 2626

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