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24 meetings rooms over two floors equaling 2000 Sq meters. A large selection of dedicated meeting rooms with state of the art AV equipment, natural daylight and free flowing tea and coffee. The Mercian can hold 650 delegates theatre style, 450 for dinner, the Mercian also benefits from a built in stage, air conditioning and a full room sprung loaded dance floor with natural daylight coming through. We are bright, vibrant and modern with a stylish corporate twist.
The Birmingham Conference & Events Centre (BCEC), alongside Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre, has launched a new sustainability-led initiative designed to help event organisers make a positive environmental impact.
In partnership with Trees for Life, the venue is inviting clients to “plant the seed” for their next event. For every new meeting or event confirmed in April and May, a tree will be planted on behalf of the organiser within the Cairn Canopy – a dedicated tree grove located in the Scottish Highlands.
This initiative further strengthens BCEC’s commitment to sustainability, following its recent Silver Accreditation from Green Tourism – a recognised benchmark for environmentally responsible practices within the hospitality industry.
By introducing the Cairn Canopy initiative, the venue is continuing to take meaningful steps towards reducing environmental impact, supporting biodiversity and contributing to long-term climate action.
Paula Moran, Director of Sales and Marketing, said:"We know our clients are increasingly looking for ways to make their events more sustainable, but it has to be simple and genuine. Achieving our Silver accreditation was a proud moment for the team, and this initiative is a natural next step - giving our clients an easy way to create real impact."
Event organisers can seamlessly align their meetings with meaningful action, without adding complexity to the booking process. Each tree planted contributes to a growing legacy that extends far beyond the event itself.
The Cairn Canopy initiative supports rewilding efforts in the Scottish Highlands, helping to restore natural habitats, improve air quality, and offset carbon emissions.
With sustainability continuing to shape the future of events, BCEC remains committed to offering practical, impactful solutions that support organisers in making more responsible choices.
To find out more or to book your next event, visit:https://www.thebcec.co.uk
View our grove here:https://treesforlife.org.uk/groves/539240/
Make the most of May with added value for your next meeting or conference. For every 10 delegates booked, one attends free - the perfect reason to think bigger this spring!
Bring a fresh summer feel to your meetings and events with our seasonal Day Delegate Rate package, designed to keep delegates energised, refreshed and connected throughout the day. Package Includes Arrival tea, coffee & refreshmentsMid-morning refresher smoothiesInfused water station available throughout the dayDelicious seasonal lunchMid-afternoon ice lolly breakMeeting room hire & conference essentialsFrom £42.00 per delegate
Make the most of May with added value for your next meeting or conference. For every 10 delegates booked, one attends free - the perfect reason to think bigger this spring!
Looking to make your next meeting or event more meaningful? Confirm your meeting with us in April or May and we’ll plant a tree on your behalf - no matter when your event actually takes place!Whether you’re planning for summer, autumn or even later in the year, you can secure your date now and still be part of something bigger. Through our Cairn Canopy initiative, in partnership with Trees for Life, your event will contribute to real, lasting environmental impact - without adding anything extra to your to-do list.
Bring a fresh summer feel to your meetings and events with our seasonal Day Delegate Rate package, designed to keep delegates energised, refreshed and connected throughout the day. Package IncludesArrival tea, coffee & refreshmentsMid-morning refresher smoothiesInfused water station available throughout the dayDelicious seasonal lunchMid-afternoon ice lolly breakMeeting room hire & conference essentialsStarting from £42.00 per delegate
Boardroom | Cabaret | Classroom | Classroom with back projection | Dinner | Dinner Dance | Exhibition | Reception | Theatre | Theatre with Back Projection | U-shape | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collaborate | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Connect 1 | 12 | 16 | - | - | 20 | - | - | - | 20 | - | - |
| Connect 2 | 12 | 16 | - | - | 20 | - | - | - | 20 | - | - |
| Connect 2 & 3 | 22 | 32 | - | - | 32 | - | - | - | 40 | - | - |
| Connect 3 | 12 | 16 | - | - | 20 | - | - | - | 20 | - | - |
| Connect 4 | 32 | 60 | 40 | - | 60 | - | - | - | 60 | - | - |
| Create | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Discover | 20 | 50 | 28 | - | 50 | - | - | - | 70 | - | 26 |
| Engage | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Evolve | 4 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Explore | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Imagine | 20 | 50 | 28 | - | 50 | - | - | - | 70 | - | 26 |
| Innovate 1 | 16 | 30 | 16 | - | 30 | - | - | - | 40 | - | 18 |
| Innovate 2 | 16 | 30 | 16 | - | 30 | - | - | - | 40 | - | 18 |
| Innovation (Innovate 1 + Innovate 2) | - | 60 | 36 | - | 60 | - | - | - | 65 | - | - |
| Inspire | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Mercian 1 | - | 250 | - | - | 250 | 250 | - | 400 | 400 | - | - |
| Mercian 2 | - | 120 | - | - | 100 | 100 | - | 200 | 200 | - | - |
| Motivate 1 | 12 | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 25 | - | - |
| Motivate 2 | 12 | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 25 | - | - |
| Motivation (Motivate 1 + Motivate 2) | 22 | 30 | 16 | - | 30 | 40 | - | 40 | 50 | - | 18 |
| Rookeries | - | 100 | 56 | - | 100 | 100 | - | - | 160 | - | - |
| Rookery 1 | 20 | 50 | 28 | - | 50 | 50 | - | - | 80 | - | 26 |
| Rookery 2 | 20 | 50 | 28 | - | 50 | 50 | - | - | 80 | - | 26 |
| Synergy | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Mercian (Mercian 1 + Mercian 2) | - | 420 | - | - | 420 | 420 | - | 1000 | 650 | 520 | - |
| The Mercian Foyer | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 500 | - | - |
Mid week rates | Number of Rooms | Rates Ex/Inc |
|---|---|---|
| Double | 143 | -- |
| Executive Double | 78 | -- |
| Suite | 20 | -- |
| Twin | 20 | -- |
Weekend Rates | Number of Rooms | Rates Ex/Inc |
|---|---|---|
| Double | 143 | -- |
| Executive Double | 78 | -- |
| Suite | 20 | -- |
| Twin | 20 | -- |
| Rate (GBP) | Package details | |
|---|---|---|
| Midweek Day Delegate | From £45.00 (Inc Tax) | Our Day Delegate rate includes: Your Main room hire with in room sanitiser dispensers Individually air conditioned meeting space Multiple sockets with USB connections Free flowing Douwe Egberts coffee with a selection of speciality herbal teas Fruit Water Canisters Arrival, Mid-morning & Mid-afternoon snacks breaks to include baked Croissants on arrival and Border Biscuits during the Midmorning and Afternoon breaks. Gluten free alternatives available on request Freshly prepared Lunch Bottled still & sparkling water and Hydration stations in foyer space High spec screens Clickshare, HDMI and VGA Technology Flipchart, Pens & Pads |
| Day Delegate | From £48.00 (Inc Tax) | Your main room hire Individually air conditioned meeting space Multiple sockets with USB connections Free flowing Douwe Egberts coffee and a selection of speciality herbal teas Arrival, mid-morning & mid-afternoon snacks breaks Freshly prepared hot/cold buffet Lunch Bottled still & sparkling water and hydration stations in foyer space High spec screens Clickshare, HDMI and VGA technology Flipchart, pencils & pads (on request) |
| Day Delegate Package Rate | From £45.00 (Inc Tax) | Our day delegate rate includes: Your main room hire Individually air conditioned meeting space Multiple sockets with USB connections Free flowing Douwe Egberts coffee and a selection of speciality herbal teas Arrival, mid-morning & mid-afternoon snacks breaks Freshly prepared hot/cold buffet Lunch Bottled still & sparkling water and hydration stations in foyer space High spec screens Clickshare, HDMI and VGA technology Flipchart, pencils & pads (on request) |
| Winter Warmer DDR | From £52.00 (Inc Tax) | Winter Especial! Discounted DDR Rate + Free Hot Chocolate & Mince Pies with your Afternoon Break! Your Main room hire with in room sanitiser dispensers Individually air conditioned meeting space Multiple sockets with USB connections Free flowing Douwe Egberts coffee with a selection of speciality herbal teas Fruit Water Canisters Arrival, Mid-morning & Mid-afternoon snacks breaks to include baked Croissants on arrival and Border Biscuits during the Midmorning and Afternoon breaks. Gluten free alternatives available on request Freshly prepared Lunch Bottled still & sparkling water and Hydration stations in foyer space High spec screens Clickshare, HDMI and VGA Technology Flipchart, Pens & Pads |
| Winter Warmer DDR ( Mercian Suite) | From £52.00 (Inc Tax) | Winter Especial! Discounted DDR Rate + Free Hot Chocolate & Mince Pies with your Afternoon Break! Your Main room hire with built in stage (Mercian 1 only) In room air conditioning and dimmable lighting Multiple plug sockets & Three Phase Power Private Foyer Space Free flowing Douwe Egberts coffee with a selection of speciality herbal teas Fruit Water Canisters Arrival, Mid-morning & Mid-afternoon snacks breaks to include baked Croissants on arrival and Border Biscuits during the Midmorning and Afternoon breaks. Gluten free alternatives available on request Freshly prepared Lunch Bottled still & sparkling water and Hydration stations in foyer space High spec screens Clickshare, HDMI and VGA Technology Flipchart, Pens & Pads |
The BCEC
Hill Street
Birmingham
West Midlands
B5 4EW
Road: Leave the M6 at J6. Take the A38(M) to the city centre. Bear left after the flyover and two underpasses. Take the 2nd turning left into Suffolk Place and first right into St. Judes Passage to the rear of the Hotel.
NCP New Street Car Park (St Judes Passage) B5 4AN
Green meetings Silver
Cairn Group is proud to provide unique solutions and spaces to leisure and business guests across a diverse portfolio of 28 branded and unbranded hotels and 23 bars and restaurants in the UK. We recognize the influence and impact our business has on the environment and the communities in which we operate. We are committed to sustainability and to minimizing our environmental footprint while enhancing the well-being of our guests, employees, and local communities.
We have been accredited with a Silver Award from Green Tourism.
For further information in regards to our Sustainability policy, please visit our website here: https://www.cairnhotelgroup.com/sustainability/
