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An obvious alternative to the capital and ideal for meeting planners seeking to host conferences, meetings and events in the North of England, Greater Manchester rivals London as a multi-cultural, cosmopolitan, economic centre.
Known as a vibrant urban metropolis, Greater Manchester is undeniably as well equipped with world-class conference and event venues as the capital and is in many ways comparable to its southern rival.
Offering vast arenas, sporting venues, conference and exhibition centres ideal for large corporate events as well as academic venues, historic buildings and impeccable hotels, Greater Manchester provides a similar selection of diverse meeting venues with facilities able to cater for all capacities and needs.
The landlocked county with rivers running through it does however differ in that it boasts the spectacular Pennines rising along its eastern side and to the west the West Pennine Moors providing fantastic opportunities for outdoor teambuilding events and corporate activities.
Though frequently overshadowed by the energetic city of Manchester, the county offers alternative bases from which delegates can explore the region including Altrincham, Bolton, Sale, Stockport and Wigan whilst delegates wishing to stay close to global transport links will value venue options in the Manchester Airport district.
Being the country’s second city, Greater Manchester has superb transport links being accessible by road via the motorway network and so-called ’business highway of the north west’, by having excellent rail links to major destinations countrywide, and Manchester Airport to cater for international travellers and conference delegates making it an easy to reach meeting point for all.
Without doubt Manchester is known for its associations with sport so it’s no wonder that there are several exceptional sporting venues in the county equipped with quality conference and banqueting facilities to suit all occasions including the Robin Park Arena, Sale Golf Club, Sale RFC, Cheshire Conference and Events at Edgeley Park, Daytona Manchester, Manchester City FC, Bolton Arena, Lancashire County Cricket Club, Salford City Stadium, DW Stadium and of course Manchester United FC. The Manchester Evening News Arena is a large multi-purpose venue with several conference and exhibition spaces whilst alternative dedicated conference centres and banqueting suites include the Bowlers Conference Centre, the Grand Venue Banqueting Hall, Manchester Conference Centre & Hotel, Kings House Conference Centre, Waterside Conference Centre and the extensive Manchester Central Convention Complex, which again offers several meeting spaces with one hall alone being able to accommodate 4,000 delegates. Event organisers seeking a more unusual venue will appreciate Wigan Pier, the Imperial War Museum North, stately home Bramall Hall, the striking Lowry and the truly unique The Monastery Manchester, a stunning historic building with ultimate ‘wow’ factor! There are several illustrious academic venues also able to provide a full range of meeting and training rooms, conference and lecture halls, and banqueting suites including the University of Bolton, Manchester Metropolitan University, the University of Manchester Victoria Park Campus, University of Manchester Sackville Street, University of Manchester Oxford Road, Bolton School Arts & Conference Centre, Altrincham Grammar School for Boys, and Royal National College of Music. Cultural and civic venues the Radcliffe Civic Suite, the Albert Halls, Forum Centre, Stockport Town Hall, Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester Apollo, Manchester Town Hall, NK Theatre Arts and Waterside Arts Centre comprise both modern and historic venues with flexible spaces suited to conferences, exhibitions, corporate events and banquets. Popular cities invariably offer a wealth of conference-minded hotels but the rest of the county also provides alternatives such as country house hotels ideal for those wanting to escape the city chaos for idyllic corporate retreats and private meetings. Amongst Greater Manchester’s finest hotels are the Macdonald Kilhey Court, one such country house hotel set amidst 10 beautiful acres of grounds ideal for teambuilding events, the wonderfully historic Davenport Green Hall, the Hallmark Hotel Manchester, the striking historic Palace Hotel, the 700 delegate capacity Mercure Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa and the modern airport located Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport. Major hotel groups represented in the county of Greater Manchester are Bewleys Hotels, Campanile, De Vere Village Hotels, Holiday Inn Express, Marriott, Park Inn by Radisson, Q Hotels and Renaissance Hotels.
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Experience the world's greatest sport at the National Football Museum. Whether you’re a die hard football fan, planning a visit with your family or on a weekend break to the great city of Manchester, we want you to enjoy your visit to the world's biggest and best football museum.
The Wrightington Hotel & Country Club is set in picturesque countryside, yet just seconds from Junction 27, M6. This modern 73-bedroomed hotel offers award-winning cuisine and extensive conference/banqueting facilities. With an elegant reception, foyer area and landscaped courtyard...the perfect venue for business and pleasure.
A multi-award winning venue, close to Manchester city centre, Imperial War Museum North is an iconic landmark available for daytime events and exclusive evening hire. Within its striking, aluminium-clad structure, you will find a unique venue for your Conference and Events.
King’s House Conference Centre is a versatile medium-sized city centre venue, with excellent public transport and discounted local parking. Our fully equipped Auditorium is perfect for conferences for up to 350, exhibitions, product launches, exams and more. There are 7 other rooms, ideal for catering, exhibitions, breakouts or smaller e...
As the unofficial ‘capital of the North’, Manchester is rated as Britain’s best place to do business. Overlooking Piccadilly Gardens, we’re just five minutes’ walk from its other great attraction, the Arndale Centre.
The Mercure Wigan Oak Hotel Wigan is ideally located in the centre of Wigan. The seven conference suites at the Wigan Oak Hotel are all well equipped and are perfect for both small meetings or interviews, and large conferences, as they can cater for up to 200 delegates.
Visit the newly-transformed Merucre Manchester Piccadilly hotel for a vibrant and lively hotel overlooking Manchester’s vivacious city centre. One of Manchester’s largest events rooms, our International Suite can accommodate 800 conference delegates. Alternatively, for smaller numbers, choose from 10 climate-controlled meeting rooms.
Manchester Conference Centre incorporating the Days Hotel offers a wide range of purpose built conference rooms, lecture theatres, training rooms and exhibition spaces all suitably equipped with the latest technology. We provide our guests and delegates the opportunity to relax in comfortable bedrooms offering the latest in style and com...
The Village Hotel & Leisure Club East Manchester is excellently positioned for a variety of activities and is an ideal venue for a family getaway, with opportunities to explore everything from the picturesque Peak District to a shopping frenzy at the nearby Trafford Centre.
The Village Hotel & Leisure Club Cheadle is within close proximity of the M60 & M56 motorways, it is an excellent base to visit the nearby Cheshire countryside, Derbyshire Dales and the vibrant city of Manchester.
The Village Hotel & Leisure Club Bury is close to the lively city of Manchester and is in the ideal location to visit the sights and sounds of Manchester city centre and the many local tourist attractions that are with easy reach of the hotel. Perfect for a family break away or a weekend shopping trip.
VILLAGE Ashton Moss is a new hotel where cutting edge style and vibrant energy meet everyday affordability.VILLAGE Ashton Moss is perfect for any UK business traveller looking for somewhere convenient to stay and is an ideal venue for your meeting and conference needs.
A magnificent grade II listed landmark, with an investment of £7 million to the public areas it boasts the grandest banqueting facilities in the North of England. The Palace has 19 meeting rooms and is one of the Group’s Grand Spaces with max capacity for 1000 in theatre style or 550 cabaret style. This venue boasts 1 restaurant and 1 ba...
Choose the Mercure Bolton West hotel for modern comforts in a Georgian setting overlooking the West Pennine Moors. Mercure Bolton has 91 bedrooms and 10 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 250 theatre style. Business facilities are available for use by delegates.
Enjoy a city centre location at the Holiday Inn Bolton Centre hotel, close to Manchester and Liverpool and home to the magnificent Cloisters Suite banquet hall. The friendly Holiday Inn Bolton Centre puts Bolton town centre on your doorstep.
Mercure Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa has 128 bedrooms and 19 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 700 theatre style, both the Pennine Suite and the Penny Farthing are fully air-conditioned with private crush halls and cloakroom facilities, and can cater for private dining for 10 - 450 and facilities also include restaurant and steakh...
The Mercure Manchester North Norton Grange Hotel and Spa has 81 bedrooms and 13 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 220 theatre style. This venue boasts 2 restaurants and 1 bar. The Norton Grange has 200 on-site parking spaces. As well we we have extensive leisure factilities and spa.
Situated on the attractive waterfront of Salford Quays, the Copthorne Hotel Manchester boasts 166 bedrooms, an array of dining options and meeting rooms catering for up to 160 delegates.
Easy to reach in the heart of Manchester with excellent transport links. It’s very close to Manchester International Airport, the M60 orbital motorway and the west coast mainline railway. We can provide overnight accommodation at corporate rates and either prepare an individual banqueting menu or reserve tables in one of our superb restau...
Following a £6.5 million restoration, this hidden treasure is a unique and inspiring venue. Pugin’s architectural masterpiece sits alongside the Taj Mahal as having been listed in the 100 most endangered sites in the world. It is now used for a variety of events such as conferences, weddings, gala dinners, exhibitions and fashion shows.