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The Birmingham Conference & Events Centre at the Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre

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Description

26 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.

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Birmingham Conference & Events Centre Launches Festive Prize Draw for Early Christmas Bookings

 Birmingham Conference and Events Centre (BCEC) has unveiled an exciting festive incentive for guests planning their Christmas celebrations.

Customers who book their Christmas event with the venue before 30th September will be automatically entered into a prize draw to win a luxurious two-night stay.

The prize package includes:

Afternoon tea for two with a bottle of prosecco on the day of arrivalTwo nights’ accommodation with breakfast includedDinner for two during the stayThe promotion is designed to reward early planners and add an extra touch of sparkle to the festive season.

“We’re thrilled to be offering this exclusive prize,” Said Paula at the venue “Christmas is such a special time for gatherings, and we wanted to give our guests another reason to celebrate with us.”

Bookings must be made by 30th September to qualify for entry into the draw.

The BCEC Launches Autumn Savings Package with a Seasonal Twist

The Birmingham Conference & Events Centre (BCEC), has announced its latest seasonal promotion, offering businesses the chance to host meetings at a reduced rate this autumn.

The Autumn Savings package gives organisers access to Day Delegate Rates from just £45.00 per person, providing an affordable option for companies looking to host meetings, conferences, and training sessions in the heart of Birmingham.

As part of the package, delegates will enjoy the BCEC’s all-inclusive DDR offering, which covers meeting room hire, refreshments, and catering. Adding a seasonal touch, the venue is also including a complimentary Popcorn Station, featuring pumpkin spice popcorn with a warming hint of cinnamon and nutmeg – perfect for autumn gatherings.

?? The Birmingham Conference & Events Centre & Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre?? 0121 634 6211?? meetings@thebcec.co.uk?? www.thebcec.co.uk

Charity Package - £30.00 Per Person

We know the value of every penny when you're working for a cause.That's why the BCEC and Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre offer dedicated charity rates - giving you more space to make a difference.Includes:MAIN EVENT SPACEWith built-in stage - ideal for entertainment,speeches or awards.PRIVATE FOYER & BAREnjoy a dedicated area for reception drinks.COMFORT & AMBIENCEAir-conditioned room with dimmablelighting to set the perfect mood.TABLE DRESSINGChoose elegant black or white tableclothsto suit your theme.Package IncludesTOP TECH INCLUDEDHigh-spec screens & ceiling-mountedprojector HDMI connectivityDYNAMIC COLOURED CEILING LIGHTINGFor added wow-factorDRINKS RECEPTIONWelcome guests with a glass of Bucks Fizzor Elderflower Fizz (non-alcoholic option)BOTTLED STILL & SPARKLING WATERServed on tables


From 50to 450 delegates
Starting price of £30.00 (Inc)

Valid: 5/6/2025 to 30/11/2025
Autumn Savings You'll Fall For

Day Delegate Rates from just £45.00 Book your next meeting with us this autumn and enjoy our all-inclusive DDR package – plus a complimentary Popcorn Station, featuring pumpkin spice popcorn with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.


From 10to 650 delegates

Valid: 22/9/2025 to 30/11/2025
Green Tourism SilverMIA Accredited VenueTop 50 Meeting Venues
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Accommodation
AGM
Assessment Centre
Awards Dinners
Away Day
Breakfast Meeting
Charity Ball
Christmas Lunch
Christmas Party
Company Fun Day
Conference
Congress
Corporate Hospitality
Dinner
Dinner Dance
Exam
Exhibition
Fashion Show
Gala Dinner
Interviews
Lunch
Meeting
Networking
Other
Party
Presentation
Product Launch
Reception
Road Show
Seminar
Summer Party
Teambuilding
Training Course
Wedding
Workshop

Restaurants/Cafes

Name
Lobby on Hill Street
Type of Cuisine
-
Awards
-
Total Capacity
50

Food & Beverages

Menu
Breakfast Rolls
£ 4.96

Bars

Name
Lobby on Hill Street
Type of Bar
Non Residential and Residential
Opening times
9am - 2am
Total Capacity
150

OnSite Facilities

  • Ballroom

OffSite Facilities

  • Leisure/Health Club
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sauna
  • Snooker/Pool
  • Solarium
  • Beauty Facilities
  • Golf - 18 Hole
  • Golf - 9 Hole
  • Hairdresser
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor

Equipment

  • Flipcharts
  • Lectern
  • PA System
  • Wi-Fi
  • Remote Clicker
  • Pair 2m x 1m Grey Display Boards
  • Extension Lead
  • Spider Phone exc call costs
  • Screen
  • Microphone

Meeting and event room capacities

 BoardroomCabaretClassroomClassroom with back projectionDinnerDinner DanceExhibitionReceptionTheatreTheatre with Back ProjectionU-shape
Collaborate16----------
Connect 11216--20---20--
Connect 21216--20---20--
Connect 2 & 32232--32---40--
Connect 31216--20---20--
Connect 4326040-60---60--
Create12----------
Discover205028-50---70-26
Engage8----------
Evolve4----------
Explore10----------
Imagine205028-50---70-26
Innovate 1163016-30---40-18
Innovate 2163016-30---40-18
Innovation (Innovate 1 + Innovate 2)-6036-60---65--
Inspire12----------
Meet Everywhere20----------
Meet Here10----------
Meet There8----------
Mercian 1-250--250250-400400--
Mercian 2-120--100100-200200--
Motivate 11216------25--
Motivate 21216------25--
Motivation (Motivate 1 + Motivate 2)223016-3040-4050-18
Rookeries-10056-100100--160--
Rookery 1205028-5050--80-26
Rookery 2205028-5050--80-26
Synergy12----------
The Mercian (Mercian 1 + Mercian 2)-420--420420-1000650520-
The Mercian Foyer--------500--

Mid week rates

Number of RoomsRates Ex/Inc
Double143--
Executive Double78--
Suite20--
Twin20--

Weekend Rates

Number of RoomsRates Ex/Inc
Double143--
Executive Double78--
Suite20--
Twin20--
  Rate Ex/Inc (GBP) Package details
Midweek Day DelegateFrom £48.00
(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 DelegateFrom £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)

Winter Warmer DDRFrom £52.00
(Inc Tax)

Winter Especial! Discounted DDR Rate + Free Hot Chocolate & Mince Pies with your Afternoon Break!

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


  


Winter Warmer DDR ( Mercian Suite)From £52.00
(Inc Tax)

Winter Especial! Discounted DDR Rate + Free Hot Chocolate & Mince Pies with your Afternoon Break!

Mercian Only Our Day Delegate rate includes: 


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

Address

Hill Street

Birmingham
West Midlands
B5 4EW

Directions

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.

Pickup/Drop off

Britannia, Birmingham Grand Central Car Park is located at Grand Central and Birmingham New Street

Five mins walk from the venue

Parking

  • 600 Offsite Car spaces

Nearest Train Stations

  • Birmingham New Street 0.14 miles
  • Birmingham Moor Street 0.36 miles
  • Birmingham Snow Hill 0.45 miles

Nearest Airports

  • Birmingham International Airport 6.81 miles
  • East Midlands Airport 34.09 miles
  • Manchester Airport 63.24 miles

Nearest Motorways

  • M6 JCT 6 2.86 miles
  • M5 JCT 1 4.02 miles
  • M5 JCT 3 5.18 miles

Venue Contact Details

+44 (0) 121 616 1049
Email: groups@hibirmingham.co.uk;reservations@hibirmingham.co.uk
Tel: 0121 634 6200
Email: meetings@hibirmingham.co.uk;meetings@thebcec.co.uk
Tel: 0121 634 6211

Other Contacts

All Enquiries Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre
Email: meetings@hibirmingham.co.uk
Tel: 0121 634 6211
Groups Agent Groups Agent
Email: groups@hibirmingham.co.uk
Tel: 0121 634 6200
Conference Events
Email: meetings@thebcec.co.uk
Tel: 01216346211
Reservations Email
Email: reservations@hibirmingham.co.uk
Tel: 0121 634 6200
Deborah Yates
Email: deborah.yates@hibirmingham.co.uk
Tel: 07552 882 842
Paula Moran
Email: paula.moran@hibirmingham.co.uk
Tel: 0121 634 6211

Corporate Responsibility

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/

Cancellation Policy

For Instant Book, a Moderate Cancellation Policy offers the following:
  • Guests can cancel up to 15 days before the event for a full refund.
  • If cancellation occurs between 14 – 8 days before the event, a 50% refund is given.
  • No refund and full charges apply if cancelled within 7 days of the event.