Departures
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Bath
Bath, the UK’s best- known spa town, is positively overflowing with historic buildings and monuments, from the baths themselves to the Georgian masterpieces of The Circus and the Royal Crescent.
“Take a tour of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the largest in the world. It's one of the most worthwhile cultural experiences in Abu Dhabi and visitors will be given the chance to gain a unique insight into the religion and culture of the Emirates. The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is open for guided educational tours commencing at 10am to 11.30am from Sunday to Thursday”
ANGELA BATES TRADE PROMOTIONS SENIOR EXECUTIVE, ABU DHABI TOURISM AUTHORITY
It’s no surprise, then, that tourism is one of the biggest contributors to the local economy, with the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city attracting some one million overnight visitors a year. It is home to two universities and a host of museums, and while its once strong manufacturing sector is now in decline, other industries, such as publishing, software and communications tech- nologies are making headway. With Jane Austen and Thomas Gainsborough among former residents, it’s no surprise the city has a strong arts scene too.
Wow Factor The Assembly Rooms Address: Bennett Street, Bath, Somerset BA1 2QH Tel: 01225 477789 Email:
bathassemblyrooms@nationaltrust.org.uk Web:
www.bathvenues.co.uk Located in the city centre, the Assembly Rooms have been the heart of Bath’s social scene since the 18th century. The grand Georgian building can now be used for business as well as balls and has a set of interlinking rooms that can be tailored to any event – hired either individually or in a combination. The Ball Room is the most impressive venue and holds up to 500 people; the Team Room is ideal for conferences of up 250 delegates in theatre-style; the Octagon, with its unique shape and symmetry and central location is used for registration, catering or exhibition space; and the Card Room is often used for lunches or as a break- out space. All rooms have natural daylight and blackout blinds, plus wifi is available throughout the venue at no additional cost.
Quirky Venue The Roman Baths Address: Stall Street, Bath, BA1 1LZ Tel: 01225 477785 Email:
romanbaths_bookings@bathnes.gov.uk Web:
www.bathvenues.co.uk The Roman Baths are the city’s most famous historic setting, dating back nearly 2,000 years, and make for a magical reception venue in the heart of the Bath. Between 20 and 320 guests can mingle beside the
torch-lit steaming waters, nibbling canapés and enjoying a glass of wine or two. In addition, the Pump Room makes a memorable setting for gala dinners and award ceremonies, catering for up to 180 guests for dinners or 300 for a drinks reception.
New Kid on the Block The Holburne Museum Address: Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB Tel: 01225 388588 Email:
holburne@bath.ac.uk Web:
www.holburne.org Reopened in May 2011 after three years of closure for renovation, including an extension, the Holburne Museum is a great location for exclusive corporate and private events. It’s located within Bath’s picturesque Sydney Gardens and overlooks the grand thoroughfare of Great Pulteney Street. Available for hire outside normal museum opening hours are the Brownsword Gallery (capacity for 100 delegates theatre-style or dinners for up 80), the Davidson Gallery (drinks receptions for up to 100 or dinners for up to 24), and the Garden Café (drinks receptions for up to 75 or dinners for up to 40). The Core Learning Space is the only facility available for hire during opening hours, and has room for 50 delegates theatre-style or 20 in a boardroom set up.
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