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VisitDerryCity @VisitDerryNews @VisitDerry
Experience Awaits…
Where a ‘LegenDerry’
2 Visit Derry Conference Guide 3
Contents The city has enjoyed some phenomenal Derry’s unique heritage allows us to continually
A LegenDerry Welcome 2
A #LegenDerry successes in recent years. In 2013 Derry was
named as the inaugural UK City of Culture,
develop and theme new product content.
The team at Visit Derry will work in close
Mayor’s Address 4 Welcome a prestigious status which showcased our
outstanding cultural heritage, celebrated
our shared history and journey to peace and
partnership with you to create authentic,
memorable and exclusive programmes and
really ensure a ‘LegenDerry’ experience
Destination Map 5 captured the spirit of the destination - a small for your clients! A guided tour of the 17th
Welcome to Derry~Londonderry! Located city packed with charisma and personality. Century Walled city is our top attraction and
Derry’s Different 6 in the stunning North West of Ireland, In the same year acclaimed travel publication we can further enhance by adding animated
Conference Venues 8 this charming city is renowned as one of Lonely Planet named us as a Top 10 City in the characters and period re-enactments to really
the finest 17th Century Walled cities in World to Visit and more recently US newspaper offer a living history experience. We know our
When the Business is Done 21 Europe, full of fascinating culture. This voted Derry~Londonderry as the Best destination inside out and have placed a real
vibrant destination offers an opportunity Halloween Destination in the World reinforcing focus on creating ‘experiential’ itineraries - why
Where to Stay 27
to step back in time and enjoy a city that is our City of Culture legacy. just listen to a ‘trad’ Irish music session when
On Derry’s Doorstep 31 youthful, vibrant and rich in its history both you can pick up a ‘bodhran’ (Irish drum) and
ancient and living. You are invited to be part Derry’s compact size creates a natural play? Don’t just drink an Irish coffee while
Access 34 of our incredible story at the most exciting Conference Village framed by the 17th you’re here; learn the skilful art of pouring so
Testimonials & Conference Listing 36 time in our history. Century City Walls, all easily accessible by foot. you can master it at home! Delegates can also
From contemporary venues and residential check out living history at the Ulster American
Conference Support 38
properties, to historic buildings and quirky Folk Park, have an exclusive lunch with a Duke
spaces there is something to suit every & Duchess, try afternoon tea in a 5* Irish
requirement, and with day delegates starting at castle or adrenaline pumping team building
less than £25.00 we guarantee value for money experiences including treetop safaris and
without compromising on quality. zorbing. Cult HBO series Game of Thrones was
filmed across Northern Ireland’s spectacular
The social aspects of a conference are just as landscapes and guided tours of key locations
valuable as the academic content where after a depart regularly from the city.
busy conference, delegates can kick back, relax
and network with their industry colleagues. Our idyllic position linking the Causeway
People buy from people and we place a real Coastal Route with the award winning Wild
emphasis on creating an atmosphere to inspire Atlantic Way offers an opportunity to create
those connections. As the saying goes, eat, WOW factor programmes for incentive groups
drink and be merry – here you can enjoy the and less than a 1 hour transfer takes you
finest locally sourced produce including ‘from the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Giant’s
pier to plate’ fresh seafood from neighbouring Causeway and Bushmills Whiskey Distillery,
County Donegal. Keeping it local is important the oldest licenced distillery in the world! To
to us and we love to include locally produced the West of the city delegates can marvel at
beverages such as Walled City Brewery and the stunning natural beauty of Co. Donegal,
Northbound craft beers or award winning home to fabulous attractions such Glenveagh
‘The Quiet Man’ whiskey to help you create National Park and Doagh Famine Village not to
standout menus! mention some of the best links golf courses in
Europe and gateway to the spectacular ‘Wild
Atlantic Way’ - the longest defined coastal
touring route in the world!
For further details contact us direct:
Visit Derry Named by Lonely Planet as a ‘Top 10 City
1-3 Waterloo Place, in the World’ and winner of the inaugural
Derry~Londonderry. ‘UK City of Culture 2013’, we are a city
Northern Ireland. BT48 6BT of international excellence, inspired
t: +44 (28) 7137 7577 locally, and we guarantee a #LegenDerry
e: conference@visitderry.com experience!
www.visitderry.com
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Troubles. Bloody Sunday drew worldwide singer Nadine Coyle, Damien McGinty
Derry’s Different – Some Very Derry Facts attention in 1972 and the iconic ‘Bogside
Murals’ are very much a key tourist
(who starred in US series Glee), Johnny
Mc Daid (Snow Patrol), and Roma
attraction today. The Museum of Free Downey who starred in US sitcom
First founded as a settlement around and many US citizens can trace their Derry is located amongst the murals and Touched By an Angel.
1400 years ago, the name Derry has ancestry back to the North West of tells the people’s story of the struggle
its roots in the Irish word Doire which Ireland. The Ulster American Folk Park for civil rights, the Battle of the Bogside From the 1830’s until relatively recently
translates as Oak Grove. In 1613 the is located just 45mins drive from the and Bloody Sunday. shirt making was the one of the city’s
name was changed by Royal Charter to city and this award winning interactive main industries, making Derry, at its
Londonderry to reflect the London Guilds museum tells the story of Emigration St. Columb’s College is the only peak, the shirt making capital of the
involvement in establishing the planned from Ireland using costumed actors who secondary level school in the world to world. It even gained us a mention in Das
city and Cathedral. Actually we’ve got a have crafts to show, tales to tell and food produce two Nobel prize winners: John Kapital by Karl Marx.
few names Doire, Derry,Londonderry, to share. Hume (Peace Prize) and the late Seamus
Stroke city (as in Derry / Londonderry), Heaney (Literature). Derry is officially home to the world’s
The Maiden City, The Walled City, In WWII Derry was the most westerly oldest independent department store
the rather French sounding L’Derry, Allied Naval Port and was chosen by The Town We Love So Well, - Austin’s, which pre-dates Harrods in
Derry~Londonderry (so good they the US Marine’s as their first European Derry~Londonderry is widely recognised London and Macy’s in New York by 15
named it twice) and the very popular military base. The city witnessed the as a regional and national hotbed for and 25 years respectively.
LegenDerry. surrender of the 19 German U-boats on live music, literature and performance.
the River Foyle following the Battle of Derry also boasts playwright Brian Friel, Amelia Earhart landed in a farm in Derry
The 17th century walls that encircle the the Atlantic and this unique maritime the Undertones (who wrote Teenage following her solo transatlantic voyage in
old city centre make Derry the most history will be showcased in a new Kicks), singer/songwriter Phil Coulter, 1932, mistakenly thinking she had landed
complete walled city in Ireland and one Maritime Museum due to open in 2015. Aston Villa and former Celtic manager in Paris. This area is now Foyle Golf
of the finest examples of their kind in Martin O’Neill, actress Bronagh Course, the 6th hole on the course marks
Europe. They’re pretty much unchanged The 60’s saw Derry become the focus of Gallagher (Pulp Fiction the spot where Earhart landed and is
in four centuries with the exception of the Civil Rights movement in Northern and The Commitments), named after this iconic historical figure.
a couple of new gates that have been Ireland. The Battle of the Bogside in 1969 Eurovision Winner Dana,
added in the intervening years. The is often noted as the starting point of The Girl’s Aloud
Walls have one of the largest collections
of Cannon in all of Europe and a
guided walking tour is one of the
city’s top attractions.
In the 19th century Derry
became a major port for
those leaving for North
America, especially those
fleeing the famine/genocide.
Those emigrants included
the founders of Derry and
Londonderry in New Hampshire
8 Visit Derry Conference Guide 9
Millennium Forum
Conference Venues 3 New Market Street, BT48 6EB
t: +44 (28) 7127 2772
e: conference@millenniumforum.co.uk
www.millenniumforum.co.uk
The No.1 choice for conferencing, the With the latest AV capabilities, LCD projectors
Millennium Forum leads the way in both large & and Wi-Fi in every breakout space, the
small scale events offering meeting space from Forum’s conference and technical staff have
2 to 1000 delegates. the knowledge and resources you require to
ensure a successful experience for all your
A variety of spaces are available within this state delegates. From West End Shows to Large
of the art building; its 15 function suites can scale Conferences, the forum really is the place
accommodate a huge array of events, and have “Where great Business Performs!”
the facilities to cater for conferences, seminars,
fairs, exhibitions, banquets, lectures, business
meetings, press launches and executive
interviews. A customizable auditorium
with multiple layout capabilities due to its
hydraulic moveable floor. A team of dedicated
professional staff are on hand to help and advice
when planning your event.
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions N/A
Natural Daylight
Metres/ Feet
Restaurant
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
Banquet
Theatre
Capacity 130
Main Auditorium 998 150 60 240 80 500m2 7
Danske Bank Studio 115 100 40 100 40 144m2 3
Millennium Room 50 40 40 50 40 73m2 7
Diamond Room 40 25 20 20 20 25m2 7
East Wall 100 40 30 40 30 75m2 3
Farquhar Room 60 30 30 40 30 75m2 3
Green Room 35 25 20 20 20 25m2 3
10 Residential Venues Visit Derry Conference
Residential Guide 11
Venues
Best Western Plus White Horse Hotel **** Bishop’s Gate Hotel
68 Clooney Road, BT47 3PA 24 Bishop Street, Derry, BT486PP
t: +44 (28) 7186 0606 Tel: +44 (28) 7114 0300
e: events@whitehorsehotel.biz e: sales@bishopsgatehotelderry.com
www.whitehorsehotel.biz www.bishopsgatehotelderry.com
One of the most accessible conference facilities facilities to ensure that your conference runs Perfectly positioned within the historic city
in the North West, 6km from the city and smoothly. The hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi walls, nestled in the heart of the “Cathedral
1km from the City of Derry Airport. The Best and car parking to all delegates.
Quarter”, and once frequented by the likes
Western White Horse Hotel combines warmth
and elegance with modern facilities. The hotel Our two largest conference rooms, the Wilsboro of W.B. Yeats and Sir Winston Churchill, the
offers 58 ensuite bedrooms and superb range Suite and the Campsey Suite have their own old Northern Counties building completed
of leisure facilities which include a 20 metre private bar and reception areas. its re-birth on Friday 4th March 2016 when
swimming pool, spa, steam room, sauna, beauty
rooms and gymnasium. Our dedicated and experienced team will be at it opened its renowned revolving door for the
hand throughout your event to ensure all your first time as “Bishop’s Gate Hotel”.
The White Horse Hotel boasts 5 conference needs are attended to.
rooms that are suitable for a wide range of During its reincarnation no detail has
events. Each room is equipped with the necessary
been left to chance; this iconic landmark
is the epitome of Edwardian elegance; an
intimate urban oasis featuring 30 luxurious
guestrooms, including 2 suites, a resident’s
lounge, fitness area, restaurant, champagne
and cocktail bar and a 90-person capacity
ballroom.
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions No. of Rooms 57
Suites 2
Natural Daylight
Disabled 1
Metres/ Feet
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
Restaurant
Banquet
Theatre
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Capacity 120 Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions No of Rooms 30
Garden 20 15 6 6 10 7.6x4.8m 3
Natural Daylight
Twins 5
Metres/ Feet
Eglinton 50 30 30 30 40 11.5x6m 3 Double 23
Boardroom
Classroom
Suites 2
U-Shape
Banquet
Theatre
Campsey 200 100 50 120 60 12.4x10.8m 3
Wilsboro 600 400 60 400 60 29.7x15.7m 3 Restaurant
Northern Counties 90 - 40 90 36 30ft x 78ft 3
Wilsboro Reception 50 40 25 40 25 7.5x14m 7 Ballroom Capacity 60
Hervey 20 - 20 30 14 50ft x 57ft 3
12 Residential Venues Visit Derry Conference Guide 13
Hastings Everglades Hotel**** City Hotel ****
Prehen Road, BT47 2NH Queens Quay, BT48 7AS
t: +44 (28) 7132 1066 t: +44 (28) 7136 5800
e: conf@egh.hastingshotels.com e: events@cityhotelderry.com
www.hastingshotels.com www.cityhotelderry.com
CityHotelDerryNI
The stylish four star Everglades Hotel, situated City Hotel Derry is committed to delivering the
on the banks of the River Foyle, is the ideal base highest standards of service to ensure that your
from which to discover the 17th Century walled meeting or event, whether it large or small, is
City of Derry and all the delights of the North productive and excellent value for money.
West.
The entire first floor is comprised of 9 meetings
The Grand Ballroom is one of the largest hotel rooms fully dedicated to conference and
suites in the North West, and is suitable for large banqueting. The hotel has recently opened a
conferences, exhibitions, banquets and fashion VIP 7th floor boasting 12 luxury suites, ideal for
shows of up to 600 guests. Complimentary keynote speakers and distinguished guests.
parking is also available on site for 200 vehicles.
The Corinthian Ballroom offers superb views
At the Hastings Hotels Group we are passionate of the River Foyle, iconic Peace bridge and
about food and believe that eating is one of Guildhall. Combined with its clean lines & mood
life’s greatest pleasures. We embrace the use lighting, this stylish Ballroom will complement
of carefully selected local and seasonal quality any event. The Writers Room, an opulent
foods to enable our chefs to prepare and create boardroom with executive seating, large oval
the most delicious dishes in our kitchens. table and built in projection, is the ideal venue to
The Island of Ireland has a proud heritage of impress any client.
farming and fishing, resulting in an abundance
of sensational produce and at Hastings Hotels Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
we strive to give all our guests a true taste of Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions
No of Rooms 158
this in everything we serve.
Natural Daylight
Twins 18
All prices inclusive of VAT.
Metres/ Feet
Double 60
Boardroom
Classroom
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
U-Shape
Suites 5
Banquet
Theatre
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions Family 34
No. of Rooms 64
Twin 34 Disabled 8
Double 26 Corinthian Ballroom 350 150 80 300 65 316.5m2 3
Natural Daylight
Deluxe 21
Suites 3
Corinthian 1 180 75 44 110 33 180.18m2
Metres/ Feet
3
Disabled 1
Boardroom
Classroom
Restaurant
U-Shape
Corinthian 2 130 60 40 110 29 136.5m2
Banquet
3
Theatre
Restaurant
Corinthian 3 70 30 20 60 15 83.46m2 3 Capacity 170
Capacity 100
Grand Ballroom 600 180 80 450 50 390m2 3 Writers Room - - 18 32 - 66.6m2 3
Key Suite 120 56 52 80 35 178m2 3 Hervey Suite - - 10 12 - 33.32m2 3
Key Largo 100 40 42 84 30 121m2 3 Berkeley Suite 16 10 14 14 - 27.93m2 3
Key West 40 12 26 24 18 46m2 3 McCorkell Suite 40 24 20 34 20 52.08m2 3
Key Adams 20 N/A 12 12 10 32m2 3 Amelia Suite 30 20 16 24 17 46.2m2 7
Key Biscayne 20 N/A 12 12 10 26m2 3 Alexander Room 100 60 40 70 40 112m2 3
14 Unique Venues Visit Derry Conference Guide 15
Craft Village Waterfoot Hotel ***
Shipquay Street, Derry, BT48 6AR Caw Roundabout, BT47 6TB
t: +44 (28) 7126 0329 t: +44 (28) 7134 5500
e: blane.odonnell@innercitytrust.com e: info@waterfoothotel.com
www.derrycraftvillage.com www.waterfoothotel.com
Based on the design of a 17th Century market
square, the Craft Village and Thatched Cottage
are located in the heart of Derry’s Walled City
and provide a truly unique events venue in a
stunning cultural setting.
The Craft Village is ideal for ‘A Taste of Ireland’
themed receptions where your delegates can
enjoy Guinness and oysters, traditional cuisine
crafted from locally sourced produce, food and
craft demonstrations and of course lively music
performances and masterclasses.
The Waterfoot Hotel is a chic, stunning, urban The Waterfoot Hotel offers 44 stylish bedrooms
3* Hotel located in the Waterside area of Derry- with over 200 complimentary car parking spaces
Londonderry. available. With complimentary Wi-Fi and leading
Just a short drive away from the historic Derry edge technology, delegates can expect comfort,
Walls and iconic Peace Bridge, and just 5miles individual attention and an experience that
from the City of Derry Airport, this Hotel hosts an provides the very best in hospitality.
array of spaces ideally suited for conferences,
meetings and events. Our contemporary and spacious Wine Bar is the
We have five dedicated function centres, each of perfect backdrop to our cuisine offering - where
them providing the flexibility to tailor your exact exceptional is standard.
requirements. Whilst our traditional Irish Snug Bar presents
Our trained and dedicated Conference and the perfect ambience in which to enjoy a pint of
Events team will be on hand to ensure your the finest black stuff.
event, is our priority.
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions Doubles 20
Twins 22
Natural Daylight
Suite 1
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Metres/ Feet
Family Room 2
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
Banquet
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions
Theatre
N/A Restaurant
Natural Daylight
Wine Bar Capacity 140
Restaurant
Metres/ Feet
Waterfoot 1 382 162 70 240 70 24m x 12.3m 3
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
Banquet
N/A
Theatre
Waterfoot 2 60 32 24 40 20 7.6m x 8.2m 3
Waterfoot 3 60 32 24 40 20 6.8m x 8.2m 3
The Thatch Cottage 50 30 25 25 25 18x54 ft 3
Waterfoot 4 120 64 48 80 40 14.4m x 8.2m 3
The Canopy in the 140 - - 100 - 54x44 ft 3
Studio 5 100 40 30 80 28 12.5m x 7.6m 3
Village Square
16 Unique Venues Visit Derry Conference Guide 17
Foyle Arena Beech Hill Country House Hotel****
2 Limavady Road, Derry, BT47 6JY 32 Ardmore Road, BT47 3QP
Tel: +44 (28) 71 376555 t: +44 (28) 7134 9279
e: Steve.Setterfield@derrystrabane.com e: sales@beech-hill.com
www.foylearena.com www.beech-hill.com
Beech Hill Country House Hotel, located 2 miles
from the centre of Derry-Londonderry was built
in 1729 and is situated in 32 acres of parkland
and landscaped gardens.
Our family owned and run 4 star hotel is known
worldwide for its warm welcomes, excellent
comfort, tranquil atmosphere and award
winning restaurant. In the manor house five
conference rooms are available that will hold
up to 100 delegates while an adjacent fully
appointed marquee pavilion accommodates up
to 500 delegates.
The hotel has 31 luxurious bedrooms and suites,
many of which retain their original Georgian
elegance and offer fine views of the estate. On
site car parking is free along with complimentary
wifi and daily newspaper to all guests.
Set in the scenic grounds of St Columb’s Park, With free onsite car parking the Arena is a five Other facilities include gallery lounge, 6km of
the impressive Foyle Arena is the latest addition minute walk into the city centre across the multi activity trails, walled garden and World
to the city’s range of conferencing facilities. Peace Bridge. An ideal location for events of all War II museum. Activities such as golf, fishing
sizes. and horse riding can be arranged. Our richly
The newly opened leisure and events space
forested woodland and gardens make Beech
is a striking state of the art facility boasting Cafe facility onsite where light refreshments are Hill an ideal location for team building activities.
a 2000 capacity arena with the versatility to available.
accommodate every type of event including gala
dinners, conferences and exhibitions.
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions No. of Rooms 31
Heritage 11
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions N/A Superior 16
Natural Daylight
Junior Suite 2
Metres/ Feet
Master Suite 2
Boardroom
Restaurant
Classroom
Natural Daylight
U-Shape
Banquet
Theatre
Restaurant
Metres/ Feet
Cafe
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
Banquet
Theatre
Restaurant 80
Skipton Hall 100 60 40 70 30 70x25ft 3 Capacity
Main Arena 2000 500 - 800 - 36x 36m y Library 40 20 23 30 15 24x16ft 3
Morning Room 20 15 12 12 10 16x17.5ft 3
Master Suite 20 15 12 12 10 16x17.5ft 3
Marquee 500 250 150 300 150 30x15m 3
18 Unique Venues Visit Derry Conference Guide 19
The Guildhall The Playhouse
Guildhall Square, BT48 6DQ 5-7 Artillery Street BT48 6RG
t: +44 (28) 7125 3253 t: +44 (28) 7126 8027
e: guildhall@derrystrabane.com e: info@derryplayhouse.co.uk
www.derrystrabane.com/guildhall www.derryplayhouse.co.uk
If you’re organising a meeting, conference,
reception, banquet, launch, etc., then why not
consider the city’s newest and most unique
conference venue, the Award Winning The
Playhouse Arts and Conference Centre.
The Playhouse is one of Ireland’s largest arts
centre and is housed in two beautiful “B1”
Listed buildings right in the heart of Derry City,
beside the Historic Walls. The famous buildings’
have just had a major refurbishment and have
subsequently won numerous awards.
The Guildhall is one of Derry’s most recognisable Facilities include:
landmarks and has been at the heart of city life • 175 state of art theatre (including cinema
since 1890. screen) • Vaious large and small romms for hire
• Dance Studio with panoramic views of the city • Wireless Broadband
The grade ‘A’ listed building is important for • State of the art sound and lighting systems • Infra-red hearing system
many reasons – historical, architectural, cultural • Air-conditioning
and political - and has played an important role • 2 x Lifts & chirlift
in the wider regeneration of the city. Following • In-house technican
its extensive restoration in 2013, the Guildhall • Equipment available includes projectors,
is the ideal venue to welcome your delegates screens (including full size automated
to the city with a drinks reception hosted by the cinema screen), lecterns, flipcharts, etc.
Lord Mayor. It’s stunning location adjacent to • Portable staging
the City Walls and overlooking the River Foyle • Tea/coffee making
means it is also perfect for a gala dinner in the • Only 30 metre’s from Folyside Shopping
atmospheric Main Hall. Centre for easy parking
40 • A unique collection of historic buildings with
real character
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions N/A Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions N/A
Natural Daylight
Natural Daylight
Restaurant Restaurant
Metres/ Feet
Boardroom
Classroom
Metres/ Feet
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
Cafe 21
Banquet
N/A
Theatre
U-Shape
Banquet
Theatre
Theatre - 180 40 120 30 22x8.5m 3
Main Hall 550 120 - 200 250 15.16x23.45m 3
(no stage extension) Dance Studio 175 180 40 100 30 16.5x8.5m 3
Whitakker Suite 60 20 - 30 12 11.4mx7.76m 3 Green Room - 40 20 20 15 9.5x7m 3
(opened)* Art Room - 30 25 - - 5.5x8.5m 3
Gallery - 180 40 100 30 15.41x7.94m 3
* columns in Whittaker Suite restrict layouts
Plaza - - - - - 10x8m 320 Unique Venues Visit Derry Conference Guide 21
St Columb’s Hall
Orchard Street, Derry, BT48 6EG When the business is done….
t: 028 7126 6676
e: info@stcolumbshall.com
www.stcolumbshall.com
St Columb’s Hall was built in 1886, this The Main Auditorium is the largest space in the
architecturally stunning building is situated in venue accommodating up to 860 pax theatre
the heart of the city next to Derry’s city walls and style, this elegant space is the perfect backdrop
adjacent to the Millennium Forum. for gala dinners, award presentations or key
note speeches available for hire from April
Under the new ownership of The Garvan
2013. To keep up to date with St Columb’s Hall
O’Doherty Group, this historic listed building is
development check out the venue’s website.
undergoing a major £2million refurbishment
project to covert this space into a multi-purpose
entertainment facility.
Meeting Room Capacity Accommodation
Room/Suite name Seating Capacity Dimensions N/A
Natural Daylight
Restaurant
Metres/ Feet
Boardroom
Classroom
N/A
U-Shape
Banquet
Theatre
Main Auditoirum 860 175 80 320 60 388m2 3
Balcony Room 90 40 40 120 - - 3
Cinema 129 - - - - - 3
Function Room 80 40 30 90 - - 3
Ball Room 90 40 40 100 - - 322 Visit Derry Conference Guide 23
Nowadays there is as much focus and
emphasis on unique evening events
and social programmes as there is on
academic content and Derry is home to
many quirky venues and unusual historic
connections. In the current budget
conscious climate, the excellent value
for money in Derry~Londonderry - day
delegate rates from as little as £28.50! -
ensures organisers can facilitate a fantastic
event whilst adhering to tighter budget
lines yet still offering delegates excellent, The Irish Coffee Connoisseur the first whiskey to be bottled in Derry in
locally sourced produce and outstanding almost a century and a new distillery and
entertainment! Using the award-winning and locally distilled visitor centre will open in Summer 2018 – a
‘The Quiet Man’ whiskey, ‘The Irish Coffee fabulous experience with an outdoor garden
Connoisseur’ offers a fantastic 1 hour Irish terrace ideal for whiskey sampling and
coffee making masterclass within the quaint corporate events.
surrounds of the Thatched Cottage at the
Craft Village. Guests can not only enjoy Guided Tour 17th Century Walled City
sampling this sumptuous treat but learn the
Civic Welcome | The Guildhall skilful art of pouring so they can master it at Derry~Londonderry is one of the finest
home! This fun activity also includes a ‘trad’ examples of a Walled city in Europe and 2018
This spectacular venue is located adjacent to Irish music session where guests can join in will commemorate the 400th Anniversary
the iconic city Walls overlooking the Peace the ‘craic’, pick up a ‘bodhran’ (Irish drum)
of the iconic 17th Century Walls. Lasting
Bridge and is ideal for Civic receptions and play!
approximately 1 hour, a guided walking
where guests will be officially welcomed to
or bus tour are some of our most popular
the city with a wine reception hosted by the
social activities and easily incorporated into
Lord Mayor. The Guildhall is also a stunning
any conference programme. Delegates will
gala dinner venue; treat your delegates to a
find themselves transported back in time to
banquet of the finest locally sourced cuisine
the 17th Century – why not incorporate some
with the Guildhall’s magnificent concert
living history and surprise your delegates
organ as a backdrop.
with horses, gunpowder and heated debate
A Taste of Ireland between a few infamous characters from
the Siege of Derry! Whilst on the Walls, you
‘A Taste of Ireland’ in the quirky 17th Century Thirsty Work! can also visit St Columb’s Cathedral, built
themed Craft Village is a memorable social in 1633, the first of its kind built after the
event which guarantees the WOW factor! A busy conference is thirsty work! Continue Reformation. The historic cathedral has a
Popular activities include a Guinness and your networking at the Walled City Brewery museum which houses the births, deaths and
Oyster reception, traditional Ceili dancing, for fabulously flavoursome craft beers marriages records dating back to the 1600’s,
craft demonstrations such as pottery and accompanied by delicious homemade flags, weaponry and literature from the Siege
basket weaving, food demonstrations and tapas style cuisine. Named by Hot Press of Derry, the original locks to the City’s four
delegates can even learn the art of pouring Magazine as ‘Best Gastropub in Ireland’ this gates, furniture gifted to the Cathedral by the
the perfect pint of Guinness or enjoy some is a fantastic quirky venue ideal for up to 100 famous Thomas Chippendale and some of
Bushmills whiskey tasting! delegates. The award winning Quiet Man is the oldest examples of Irish silver on record.24 Visit Derry Conference Guide 25
Shared History & Journey to Peace
Discover the city’s recent political history
and journey to peace with a visit to the
Museum of Free Derry which recently
reopened after a £2.4m extension and
narrates the 1960s civil rights era known
as The Troubles, the Free Derry Irish
nationalist movement in the early 1970s
and details of Bloody Sunday. Located in the
Bogside district amongst the iconic Murals
known as ‘The People’s Gallery’ which
were painted by The Bogside Artists, the
museum’s exhibits include photographs,
posters, film footage, letters and personal
artefacts. Experience will also include a
visit to the Siege Museum which details the
Siege of Londonderry and the Associated
Clubs of the Apprentice Boys of Derry.
The City with the Shortest Drive to
The Opens Destination Delicious
Thanks to the ongoing successes of our three
Here in Derry we know a thing or two about
Champions Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell
and Darren Clarke plus our outstanding food. Choose from glam gala dinners in
links and parkland golf courses, Northern historic venues, country chic marquee
Ireland is now one of the most sought after
golf destinations in the world! The region settings, rustic BBQ’s or a seafood
is set to host a flurry of top tournaments sampling experience – or go all out and
including the 2017 ‘Irish Open’ at
try a Game of Thrones themed banquet!
Portstewart Golf Club and ‘The Open’ in 2019
at Royal Portrush. The North West region We guarantee the finest of locally sourced
recently won the prestigious International produce. For smaller groups, check out
Association of Golf Tour Operators award of
‘European Golf Destination of the Year’ and the Made in Derry Food Tour, a 4 hour dine
Derry~Londonderry is the perfect location around sampling a variety of local delights,
for golfers to base themselves and play a
range of Championship Courses along the or earn brownie points at home with a
North West Coast of Ireland. Consider ‘The cookery and cocktail masterclass led by
City with the Shortest Drive to The Opens!’ for
multi award winning Brown’s Restaurant
your golfing clients - less than a 1 hour drive
from Royal Portrush and also Ballyliffen Golf Head Chef Ian Orr, named as Chef of the
Club (Co. Donegal) which is currently bidding Year Ireland by Georgina Campbell and
to host the Irish Open in 2019. Ensure your
guests leave with a memorable experience who represented the North West of Ireland
and take advantage of Derry~Londonderry’s on BBC’s Great British Menu.
close proximity to these World Class courses!26 Where toGuide
Visit Derry Conference Stay 27
Calling all Game of Thrones Fans!
Accommodation
Much of the epic HBO series is filmed
The compact Derry~Londonderry offers delegates are guaranteed a good deal in
right here in Northern Ireland and an array of accommodation ranging from Derry. A warm welcome awaits you!
Derry~Londonderry is within close contemporary city centre hotels to chic Visit Derry are happy to offer a
country manors and affordable hotel complimentary accommodation booking
proximity to key filming sites such as chains. The city is renowned for its excellent service ensuring a quick and easy booking
Downhill Beach, Carrick-A-Rede and value for money and with accommodation process for your delegates.
rates from as little as £65.00 per night your
the North Antrim Coast. Enjoy a Game of
Thrones tour and trek deep into old growth
forests, along wild sea cliffs, across
rocky beaches, into caves and crumbling
medieval ruins. Get into character and try
some of the Stark and Iron Born cloaks,
swords, shields and helms which make for
some amazing selfies!28 Visit Derry Conference Guide 29
Beech Hill Country House Hotel **** City Hotel ****
32 Ardmore Road Rooms: 31 14–18 Queen’s Quay Rooms: 158
BT47 3QP BT48 7AS
T: +44 (28) 7134 9279 t: +44 (28) 7136 5800
E: info@beech-hill.com W: beech-hill.com e: reservations@cityhotelderry.com W: cityhotelderry.com
Beech Hill is a privately owned country house hotel, 2 miles from Londonderry. Elegance of country The City Hotel, is perfectly located overlooking the River Foyle for exploring this historic and vibrant
living combined with charm, character and style. Superb grounds surrounding hotel, matched Walled City. The hotel offers 158 spacious guest rooms, Conference & Banqueting facilities for up to
by superb cuisine using locally sourced produce. LCN Hotel of the Year 2013, Irish Restaurant 450 delegates, full Health & Fitness Club with indoor heated pool, Thompsons Restaurant, Coppins
Association Best Hotel Restaurant in County Derry, John & Sally McKenna Best in Ireland. Closed Bar and secure parking (Limited to 40 spaces).
24th and 25th Dec.
The Belfray Country Inn **** Da Vinci’s Hotel ****
171 Glenshane Road Rooms: 19 15 Culmore Road Rooms: 64
BT47 3EN BT48 8JB
t: +44 (28) 7130 1480 t: +44 (28) 7127 9111
e: thebelfray@btconnect.com W: belfraycountryinn.co.uk e: reservations@davincishotel.com W: davincishotelderry.com
Welcome to the award winning Belfray Country Inn located only a few minutes drive from the City Da Vinci’s Hotel is renowned in the City of Derry for outstanding staff, great food and value for
of Derry. Our 19 well appointed bedrooms offer a choice of accommodation & combine tasteful money. Situated less than 1 mile away from the vibrant Walled City. We offer 65 contemporary
décor with the character of the building. Enjoy fine food in our Belfray Bistro or Palace Restaurant spacious bedrooms, an award winning traditional bar, an atmospheric restaurant, free weekend
and with free car parking The Belfray Country Inn is the ideal base for which to explore the delights entertainment, free Wifi and complimentary secure car parking.
of the North West. Conference and Banqueting facilities available for up to 200 people in our lavish
Ballroom.
Best Western Plus White Horse Hotel **** HASTINGS Everglades Hotel ****
68 Clooney Road Rooms: 58 41–53 Prehen Road Rooms: 64
Campsie, BT47 3PA BT47 2NH
t: +44 (28) 7186 0606 t: +44 (28) 7132 1066
e: reservations@whitehorsehotel.biz W: whitehorsehotel.biz e: res@egh.hastingshotels.com W: hastingshotels.com
A 4 star luxury family run Hotel offering excellent value for money. Relax in our Leisure Centre
with 20m Heated Pool, Steam Room, Sauna & Bubble Jet Spa. Book a Massage at our Beauty If easy-going is your thing, then the luxurious but laid-back Everglades hotel, just 5 minutes from
Rooms before sampling local produce cooked with flair in our Award Winning Restaurant & Bar “68 Derry City Centre, is your kind of place. A place to relax in comfortable surroundings, enjoy good
Clooney”. The hotel has now completed extensive refurbishment of all public & conference facilities. home-cooked food, have a pint by the fireside, and make friends. Where everything is easy and
We offer weekend entertainment, free Wi-Fi & ample free car parking. 5 miles from the city centre. nothing is too much trouble.
Bishop’s Gate Hotel Derry City Travelodge
24 Bishop Street, Rooms: 30 22-24 Strand Road Rooms: 44
BT48 6PP BT48 7AB
T: +44 (28) 7114 0300 t 0870 1911 733
E: sales@bishopsgatehotelderry.com W: bishopsgatehotelderry.com e derry@travelodge.ie W: Travelodge.ie/derry-hotel
Perfectly positioned within the historic city walls in the heart of Derry City’s Cathedral Quarter, this Located in the heart of the city, within walking distance to the city’s walls and local attractions. All
luxury boutique hotel blends stunning Edwardian architecture whilst exceeding the contemporary rooms are based on room only with breakfast served daily.
needs of its guests. Named by Trip Advisor’s Travellers Choice Awards as the Number 2 Hotel in the
UK, this beautiful property features 30 luxury rooms and suites, fitness room, the Hervey Library,
Northern Counties Ballroom and Wig & Gown Champagne Restaurant.30 Visit Derry Conference Guide 31
Premier Inn *** On Derry’s Doorstep
Crescent Link, Rooms: 60
Lisneal
BT47 6SA Derry~Londonderry, where the Wild To the South of the city lie the Sperrin
t: 0871 527 9414 Atlantic Way meets the Causeway Coastal Mountains, a stunning area of Outstanding
e: derrycity.brewersfayregm@whitbread.com W: premierinn.com Route acts as an ideal hub from which you Natural Beauty and to the West you can
Ideally located on the Waterside of the City - just 10 minutes drive from the City of Derry Airport and can explore the beauty of the North West marvel at the natural beauty of Co. Donegal,
5 minutes drive from the city centre. The hotel is an ideal base for the Crescent Link Retail Park - 5 of Ireland. home to the spectacular Malin Head –
minutes walk away. Our Premier Inn has everything you’d expect, incredibly comfy beds in every room Ireland’s most northerly point located
and the Brewers Fayre serving pub food as it should be, along with the all you can eat Premier breakfast. Take advantage of the city’s fantastic on the picturesque Inishowen Peninsula,
location and explore the rest of the region; and fabulous attractions such Glenveagh
MALDRON Hotel **** less than a 1 hour drive takes you along National Park and Doagh Famine Village,
the magnificent Causeway Coastal Route not to mention some of the best links golf
Butcher Street Rooms: 93
BT48 6HL
which sweeps eastward from the Foyle courses in Europe and gateway to the
t: +44 (28) 7137 1000 Estuary taking in major visitor attractions award-winning ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ - the
e: reservations@thd.ie W: maldronhotelderry.com such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site longest defined coastal touring route in the
the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-A-Rede world. With its spectacular coast spotted
The Maldron Hotel is a stylish contemporary hotel, the only hotel located within the historic city walls. Rope Bridge and Bushmills Whiskey with sea stacks, blue flag beaches and off
Our enviable location is just a short walk to the main shopping area, this truly is the perfect base to Distillery, the oldest licensed distillery shore islands it’s no wonder Donegal was
explore the wonderful city. Facilities include 90 bedrooms, 3 suites, café style bar, award winning
restaurant, 5 designated conference suites, fitness suite and private on site car park. in the world! Northern Ireland was a recently named by ‘National Geographic’
key filming location for HBO’s ‘Game of as ‘Coolest Place of the Planet 2017!’ , and
Thrones’ series and the Causeway Coastal also featured as a location on the new Star
SHIPQUAY Hotel Route featured heavily throughout the Wars movie!
15-17 Shipquay Street, Derry - Londonderry, Rooms: 21 series.
BT48 6DJ
T: +44 (28) 7126 7266
E: info@shipquayhotel.com W:shipquayhotel.com
Derry’s newest and coolest boutique hotel, located on Derry’s famous Shipquay Street. Overlooking
the Old City Walls and Derry’s famous Guildhall, The Shipquay is a luxurious and intimate boutique
townhouse hotel. With 21 bedrooms, many with views over the city’s famous landmarks, delicious
food & wine in the restaurant and moreish cocktails in Lock & Quay Bar, The Shipquay oozes
personality, character and style throughout.
Waterfoot Hotel ***
Caw Roundabout, Waterside Rooms: 44
BT47 6TB
t: +44 (28) 7134 5500
e: info@waterfoothotel.com W: waterfoothotel.com
This chic and unique hotel with its excellent location is a 5 minute drive from the City of Derry Airport or
into the city centre. This hotel is ideal for business, leisure & sightseeing. The new Ebrington site and Peace
Bridge is a leisurely 15 minute walk from the hotel giving you easy access into the city centre. With exceptional
high standards of food and service it provides a very warm welcome and the very best in hospitality.
COMING SOON:
2018 Holiday Inn, Strand Road – 117 bedrooms
2019 The Ebrington, Ebrington Square – 150 bedrooms32 Visit Derry Conference Guide 33
Ulster American Folk Park & your way through the Lakeland paradise.
Fermanagh Lakelands Also on this trip visit the Ulster American
Folk Park which is a living history museum
Fermanagh boasts one of the most of emigration which tells the story of the
uncongested lakes in Europe – Lough millions of people who emigrated from
Erne. To discover the true character of these shores throughout the 18th and 19th
the Erne, charter a cruiser from one of Centuries.
the many hire companies and meander
Professional Conference And Support Organisers
When bringing a conference to the North West, there are a range of professional
conference organisers who are at hand with good local knowledge and who have excellent
relationships with venues and suppliers.
Abbey Conference & Events
22 Bridge Street Lower, Dublin
Giants Causeway & Bushmills Distillery
W: abbeyconference.ie
The Giant’s Causeway is at the heart of the Atlantic coastline. Enjoy a guided tour of E: info@abbey.ie
the Causeway itself and visit the array of attractions such as Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a- T: +353 (0) 1 6909475
Rede Rope Bridge and the Antrim Glens. The Bushmills Distillery is the oldest licensed
whiskey distillery in the world, established in 1608. A one hour guided tour of the ND Events
distillery will educate delegates on the craft and skills of making an Irish Single Malt 15 Market Place, Lisburn BT28 1AN
whiskey. W: ndevents.co.uk
E: neil@ndevents.co.uk
“One of the World’s Great Railway Journeys” (as detailed by Michael Palin in his railway T: +44 77 8979 1321
journey from Derry to Kerry), sweeps out of the historic city along the Banks of the
River Foyle towards the North Antrim Coast passing the majestic Mussenden Temple
and stunning Blue Flag beaches of this unique region.34 Visit Derry Conference Guide 35
AIRporter Ulsterbus
Access t: +44(28) 7126 9996 Foyle Street Depot, Derry.
www.airporter.co.uk t: +44(28) 7126 2261
AIRporter provides the only direct coach Europa Bus Centre
service between the Belfast Airports, Belfast.
Belfast City Centre and Derry in the T: +44(28) 9066 6630
North West. AIRporter operates a
scheduled coach service between Belfast Busaras, Dublin.
International Airport, George Best Belfast t: +353 (0) 8366111
City Airport, Belfast City Centre and Derry www.translink.co.uk
seven days a week. The award-winning
service includes free WiFi on board the Northern Ireland Rail (NIR) provides
coaches and tickets can be booked online Derry with intercity services to Belfast.
in advance. Preferential rates available Also they provide an efficient intercity
for conference delegates. service operates between Dublin and
Belfast central with a journey time of 2
hours and connected services from all
major towns and cities in Ireland.
t: +44(28) 7134 2228
www.translink.co.uk/NI-Railways
By Air George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
City of Derry Airport (LDY) t: +44 (28) 9093 9093
Airport Road, Co. Derry, BT47 3GY. www.belfastcityairport.com
t: +44 (28) 7181 0784 Located 90 minutes from Derry city
e: info@cityofderryairport.com centre, the City Airport is served by major
www.cityofderryairportcom airlines with direct flights from the main
UK destinations.
The City of Derry Airport is located 7
miles from Derry City Centre and offers Dublin Airport (DUB)
direct access to Glasgow International
Airport and Liverpool Airport with Ryanair t: +353 (0) 1 8141111
(Ryanair.com) and to London Stansted www.dublinairport.com
with BMI (flybmi.com)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) Located less than a four hour drive from
Derry Dublin Airport has scheduled
t: +44 (28) 9448 4848 services from most UK and European
www.belfastairport.com destinations, Canada and United States.
Located 75 minutes from Derry city
centre, the International Airport is served
by major airlines with direct flights from
many UK and European destinations, also
there is a direct service from Newark, USA.36 Visit Derry Conference Guide 37
Client Testimonials
The Derry part of our visit to Northern Ireland has surpassed
all expectations. The city, currently enjoying the 2013 UK
City of Culture Award, has rallied, achieving an amazing
amount in a very short time. Every place we visited was
impressive. From conference venue to social venue to hotel,
every site seemed to have either been refurbished or was
clearly undergoing refurbishment. There has been massive
investment here and there is no doubt that the legacy of
2013 is opening the city up to prolific new opportunities for
conference business. Coupled with what’s happening on the
ground is an infectious sense of optimism. The pain of the
recent past is being channelled into an amazing energy that
we felt from everyone that we met. What is on offer here is
Michael Foreman, Association
truly remarkable and I can only emphasize once again that
of British Professional
“Derry is open for Business”.
Conference Organisers
It’s difficult to find the right words to express my thanks on behalf of the Partnership for the
exceptional welcome and fantastic and so impressive arrangements you made for our visit
over the last two days. We packed so much in it feels like we’ve been with you for much longer
than 48 hours! You should be righty proud of your achievements – the sense of collective pride,
enthusiasm, ambition, determination to make Northern Ireland and Derry-Londonderry a must-
see world-class business and leisure travel destination. It seems to me that the words of Seamus
Heaney illustrate the journey you’ve been on – “Getting started, keeping going, getting started
again - in art and in life, it seems to me this is the essential rhythm not only of achievement
but of survival, the ground of convinced action, the basis of self-esteem and the guarantee of
credibility in your lives, credibility to yourselves as well as to others”
Michael Hirst,
“The annual seminar in Derry~Londonderry
Business Visits and
was a great event which attracted an
Events Partnership
excellent attendance of over 500 people.
All of the venues and staff were a pleasure
to work with and their enthusiasm and
helpfulness made the event a great success.
Lindsay Towler,
Derry~Londonderry is a great place and one
Association of Public
which I will definitely return to”
Service Excellence38 Visit Derry Conference
Conference Guide 39
Support
Below is a listing of some key conferences recently hosted in Derry~Londonderry
DATE EVENT DELEGATES
Arrange Your Conference
Mar 2016 DuPont Kelvar/Competitive Capabilities International European Roundtable 100
June 2016 Irish Systems & Signals Association 100
June 2016 UK Association of Lecturers in Community Youth Work 150
Sept 2016 Irish, Sound, Science and Technology Association 100
Sept 2016 UK Association of Public Service Excellence 500
Oct 2016 57th Annual Meeting Irish Otolaryngology Society 120
Mar 2017 National Association of Phlebotomists 120
June 2017 Canadian Association of Irish Studies 300
Jul 2017 UK Field Archery Championships 200
Oct 2017 Irish Cardiac Society 250
Apr 2018 MEGUK Neuroscience Annual Conference 80
Jul 2018 European International Farm Youth Exchange Conference 150
Sept 2018 Irish Association for Physicists in Medicine 200
Oct 2018 British Dental Association 150
Sept 2019 30th World Congress International Association for Suicide Prevention 800
Visit Derry makes the organising of an event, meeting or conference easier by helping
and guiding you to the venue most suitable to your needs. We offer impartial support
and the following FREE services:
u Venue Selection u Tours/Social Programmes
u Preparation of bid documents and u Site and Familiarisation Visits
presentations u Local Support Services
u Accommodation Bookings u Civic Recognition
u Delegate Information including u Applying for funding and financial
literature for delegate packs support
u Transport and Access InformationAmelia
Earhart
Ireland’s most
northerly point
Malin Head
(Star Wars)
Giant’s
Doagh Causeway
Ballyliffin Famine
60 Mins Rathlin
Golf Club Village
(Links) Greencastle Island
30 Mins Golf Club
Fort Dunluce
Fanad (Links)
Dunree Castle
Lighthouse
Carrick-A-Rede
Rope Bridge
Greencastle
Royal
Bushmills
Portrush
Portstewart (Links) Distillery
Lough Strand &
Foyle Ferry Golf Course
Downhill
One of the Mussenden
world’s greatest Beach
Temple &
railway journeys
Downhill
Rathmullan Coleraine
Buncrana
Demesne
Foyle
Inch Dark Hedges
Golf Club A26
Wildfowl Binevenagh A37 (Game of T hrones)
Reserve AONB
Drenagh House A44
N56
City of Derry
Airport A29
A2 Limavady
Roe Park
Faughan
Golf Club
Valley
Roe Valley
T he
Country Park
Ness Woods
Glenveagh Quiet Man
Whiskey
Country Park
National Park
Distillery & Waterfall
& Castle
Derry Londonderry
T he Walled City
~
Grianan of A26
Aileach Fort
A6
90 Mins
A5
Airporter A29
Oakfield
Park Strabane T he Gobbins
N14 & Sion Mills Seamus Heaney
Visitor Centre Ulster Museum
Dunmore
T he Sperrin Belfast Zoo
N13 Gardens
Mountains AONB T itanic Belfast
A36
Ulster American Royal County Down (Links)
Marble Arch
A5 Folk Park Belfast Mountains of Mourne
Caves
Donegal Town International
Slieve League Airport
Belleek Pottery
Baronscourt
A26
Estate
A6
N15
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