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With the number of venues offering training facilities increasing each month, standing out from the crowd is important. MICHAEL SCANLON
looks at training venues offering something slightly different
A capital choice Hemsley Fraser offers innovative learning solutions with- in the area of people development, and has facilities throughout the UK where it delivers world-renowned courses. They also hire out these facilities to businesses, including the 12 air-conditioned training suites situated at Grosvenor Place, in the heart of London. For cost effec- tive training facilities in central London they are hard to beat. The spacious suites are fully equipped with AV and communication links and can accommodate up to 50 peo- ple at a time. A dedicated support team can help accom- modate all your needs and there is a specially designed IT suite for more focussed sessions. Contact:
www.hemsleyfraser.co.uk; 0845 071 2801
A learning experience imago at Loughborough is the UK’s largest and most extensive single conference site. The 410-acre site features outstanding exhibition, meeting and conference facilities for up to 2,000 delegates; restaurants; cafes; bars and entertainment ven- ues. A dedicated events team can help organise an intensive training day based on your needs, taking full advantage of the special environment. For a really motivating, learning-based environment – Loughborough is well known for producing world class athletes – the university is hard to beat. The University’s exceptional sports facilities are also available to hire and can be part of your training. The swimming pool, indoor tennis courts, sports pitches and indoor and outdoor athletic stadiums can all be used to give your training that Olympic touch. Contact:
www.welcometoimago.com; 08450 364624
Picture perfect Set in Salford Quays, The Lowry is a world-class visual and performing arts centre which also offers an alter- native take on venue hire. Making the most of its unique waterfront location, just 1.5 miles from Manchester City Centre, it has established itself as a popular, modern conference and events venue in the north-west. There is a variety of spaces to choose from and catering for as few as two delegates up to 1,730. The building also boasts a number of environmentally-friendly creden- tials and by holding your training event there you’ll also be supporting the work of The Lowry Centre Trust, a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity. Contact:
www.thelowry.com; 0843 208 6000
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Solace north of the border Situated just 45 minutes from both Glasgow & Edinburgh, the Dunblane Hydro Hotel offers a tranquil setting for your training needs. The hotel dates back to 1878 and is surrounded by 10 acres of landscaped grounds, the perfect setting for a distraction-free training event. Because of its proximity to Scotland’s two biggest cities the hotel is well served by excellent transport links. The hotel can accommodate from six to 600 delegates, but it’s in the area of additional activities on offer that the hotel really excels. As well as a pool and gym the hotel can pro- vide falconry lessons, fishing, golf and a host of other outdoor pursuits to match your training session. Privacy is assured, so too it would seem is enjoyment!
Contact:
www.doubletreedunblane.com; 01786 822 551
Out of this world The National Space Centre in Leicester offers state-of-the-art training facilities in a spectacular environment. There are Shuttle Suites available for day or evening hire and each suite can be subdivided into four smaller rooms, making it ideal for groups of between five and 200. Alternatively there is The Space Theatre, one of the UK’s largest planetaria which seats up to 160 people. This lecture the- atre can be customised for your training purposes with animation and special effects projected onto the dome to give your presentation a 360 degree space age feel. Its tiered seating is ideal for present- ing to large groups and there are key-pad voting facilities for a truly interactive learning experience. As a learning centre it really does stand out from the crowd. Contact:
www.spacecentre.co.uk; 0116 261 0261
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