Shift Happens: ALT ShiftIntroducing York: Where to Stay

About York

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We might be biased, but here at Pilot Theatre we’re in love with York. Arguably one of the UK’s most treasured historic cities, York has a charming city centre full of cobbled winding streets which all lead to intriguing and well-preserved historic landmarks. Within the comfort of the City walls (the walking of which makes for an excellent Sunday activity) there are a treasure trove of delights, the highlight being York Minster, which is arguably one of the most important examples of Gothic Architecture in the world.

We’re looking forward to having you join us for a few days in York. This pack should point you towards some information which may be useful to you, including our recommended hotels, useful maps and some important contact numbers.

We suggest that you try to arrive at York Theatre Royal at 12pm on Monday 5th July; although the !rst speaker won’t be starting until 1.30pm, there will be a light lunch and various foyer activities for you to enjoy upon arrival. Presentations will be !nished by 6.30pm on Monday, between 6.30pm and 9pm we’ll be hosting a networking drinks and BBQ and there will also be a performance of ‘The Cape Jeremy Affair’ which shouldn’t be missed. Tuesday 6th July will start at 9am, and run through until 6.30pm, and we will be serving you breakfast, lunch and all refreshments. A full schedule will be available for download from the website a short time before the conference.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me, or one of the Pilot Theatre team, on the details below.

KatherineKatherine JewkesProjects and Development Coordinator01904 635755 / 07789 510528 Katherine@pilot-theatre.com@pilot_theatre / @shift_happens

About the Conference

Venue: York Theatre Royal, St Leonard’s Place, York, YO1 6LL

Dates & Times: Monday 5th July (12.00pm - 9.00pm)

Tuesday 6th July (9.00am - 6.30pm)

Map:

Arriving by Train: York is served by direct train services from many cities in the UK. It takes around two hours to get to York from both London King’s Cross and also from Edinburgh.

After arriving at York Station you can either:

• Walk (10 minutes): Turn left out of the station and continue walking straight along Station Road, passing under the bridge of the city walls. Follow the road around to the left and over the river onto Museum Street. Continue to the crossroads and turn left, where you will see York Theatre Royal and its main entrance on St Leonard's Place on the opposite side of the road.

• Take a taxi (!ve minutes)Visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/ or www.nationalexpresseastcoast.com/ for more information.

Arriving by Car: From the north A1(M) leave at Junction 47 for the A59, or from the south A1(M) leave at Junction 45 for the A64; proceed onto the A1036 (Inner Ring Road) into York city centre. There is no parking at the theatre, but there are several car parks nearby. For more information about local car parks please visit: www.york.gov.uk/transport/Parking/Car_parks/

Access: There are eight wheelchair spaces in the Main House and four in The Studio. There is a wheelchair lift to The Studio and Café Bar, and an accessible toilet. There is no wheelchair access to levels other than the Stalls. A radio-based hearing aid system is available in all areas of the Main House. An infra-red hearing aid system is available in The Studio. Please inform Pilot Theatre if you will be requiring this service.

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Where to Stay

Dean Court Hotel

Situated across the road from the Minster and a stones throw from

York Theatre Royal, Dean Court is certainly the closest hotel to the

Theatre. With 37 rooms, free WiFi and Minster views, Dean court

earns its 4 stars for a lovely contemporary boutique style hotel in

York City Centre.

Facts:

Website: www.deancourt-york.co.uk

Telephone Reservation: +44(0)1904 625082

Tweet: http://twitter.com/DeanCourtYork

Map:

Figures:

Dean Court are kindly offering Shift Happens Delegates a 25% reduction on their standard prices; including

breakfast their rates are as follows,

Standard Double £130.00

Small Double £105.00

Single Room £80.00

To activate these rates please reference ‘Pilot Theatre’ when contacting Dean Court.

Monkbar Hotel

Monkbar Hotel has ninety-nine individually designed rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, satellite television, welcome trays and free WiFi internet access.

All rooms are double and twins, some with king-size beds. Two rooms have full disabled access with private car parking.

Facts:

Website: www.monkbarhotel.co.uk

Telephone Reservation: +44 (0)1904 638086

Map:

Figures:

Monkbar Hotel are kindly offering Shift Happens Delegates a reduction on their standard prices; including

breakfast, parking and VAT their rates are as follows;

Double, double occupancy £110.00

Double, Single occupancy £105.00

To activate these rates please reference ‘Pilot Theatre’ when contacting Monkbar.

The Grange Hotel

Winner of 2009 York Tourism Awards, The Grange Hotel is a

beautiful venue located a short walk away from York Theatre

Royal.

We’re really pleased to be able to offer a discounted rate to

our Shift Happens delegates, especially since the Grange

Hotel team are extending the offer to include the Sunday

Night, should any of our delegates wish to arrive early to York

and spend more time with us in the city.

Facts:

Website: www.grangehotel.co.uk

Telephone Reservation: +44 (0) 1904 644744

Map:

Figures:

Room Type Double Occupancy Single Occupancy

Standard Double £115.00 £105.00

Superior twin/double £135.00 £125.00

Deluxe twin/double £165.00 £155.00

These rates include a full English Breakfast, and can be activated by quoting ‘Pilot Theatre’.

Useful Information

Other Hotels

Should none of these Hotels suit, then please have a look at the Visit York Website, which offers a comprehensive

guide to local hotels and tourist attractions.

Taxi Numbers

Streamline Taxi - www.streamline-taxis-york.co.uk - 01904 638 833 

Fleetways - www.#eetways.co.uk - 01904 645 333

Station Taxi - 01904 623 332‎

York Theatre Royal

St Leonard’s Place, York, YO1 7HD

web: www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk

tweet: www.twitter.com/yorktheatre

call: 01904 623 568 (Box Of!ce)

Pilot Theatre Company

York Theatre Royal, St Leonard’s Place, York, YO1 7HD

web: www.pilot-theatre.com

web: www.youkissbythebook.com (Our Romeo and Juliet Site)

tweet: www.twitter.com/pilot_theatre

call: 01904 635 755 (Admin Of!ce)

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