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Three purpose built, dedicatedcentres, fully equipped with state of the art facilities available all yearround for residential meetings andtraining. An unparalleled choice of 33 meeting rooms and 90 syndicaterooms with comfortable en suitebedrooms. Professional staff aregenuinely committed, ensuring that every event runs smoothly.

Modern, stylish restaurants arecomplemented by award winningchefs who create exciting dishesusing the freshest ingredients.Wind down and relax in invitingbars and lounges all set inlandscaped grounds. training and conference centreswhere your needs come first

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three centres dedicated to your needs

Scarman

Radcliffe Arden

Whether you’re organising a training session, a meeting, a focus group or a residentialconference, when you choose WarwickConferences as your venue, you’re in safehands. We offer one of the UK’s widest range of meeting, training and conferencefacilities, supported by professional,enthusiastic staff, comfortable accommodationand award winning food.

choice and versatility

Each of our three Training and Conference Centres is a dedicated business venue, run with our

clients in mind. Between them they offer you an impressive range of meeting and training

facilities. You can choose from a tiered 120 seat lecture theatre, 33 lecture rooms and 90 syndicate

rooms that can be customised to suit your brief. All venues have their own Business Centre, fully

equipped with PCs, printers, internet access and the latest software. The sheer variety and

flexibility of our facilities give you the freedom to create exactly the event you want.

All this is set in the peace and tranquillity of The University of Warwick’s beautiful 700 acre

parkland. Available all year round, they provide a distraction free environment where your

delegates can concentrate on your message.

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“The training rooms are equipped toa high standard, while the facilitieson the campus are excellent too. When you are running intensive,week-long courses, as we do, delegates need to get away fromthe training room to relax andunwind, especially ours because a great many of them work out-doors. The staff are so friendly and helpful at Warwick and thatmakes the courses more enjoyableand ensures everyone gets moreout of them.”

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focused on your objectives

Your event receives individual care and attention from the minute you make your booking.A dedicated Event Manager is assigned to work alongside you to ensure planning your event is hassle free. After listening to your aims and contributing practical ideas and suggestions, they will help you plan everything down to the last detail, ensuring a successful, stress free event every time.

Any rooms chosen for your event will be set up with exactly the layout you require, and we

provide all the equipment you need, from training materials to integrated AV technology.

Throughout your event, our team is available to give you a helping hand at a minute’s notice.

“Many thanks for all your helpregarding the Dementia Academymeeting. It all went really well and we thought the facilities at Scarman were excellent. Thestaff were friendly, efficient and ensured the event ran smoothly.The delegates had a lot of praise for the venue and we shall definitely be returning to Warwick Conferences again in the future.”

Packer Forbes Communications

“We have held two annual conferences for over a hundred delegates and half a dozen smaller meetings during the past three years. The staff are always professional and friendly – and the facilities and catering are of an equally high standard. We would haveno hesitation in recommendingWarwick Conferences to any event organiser.”

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“The big selling points are the largetraining rooms on offer with twoinclusive syndicate rooms andequipment incorporated in the rate – they represent excellentvalue for money.”

Audit Commission

Warwick Conferences is not only about providing the right space and the best choice. We create

an atmosphere where learning and work become a pleasure, and where, at the end of the day,

your delegates can relax and enjoy themselves.

There are 475 en suite bedrooms with all the home comforts you would expect of a four star

equivalent facility. We have modern, stylish restaurants with food created by award winning chefs.

They prepare exciting new menus every day, made from the freshest ingredients. Your delegates

can get together in our lounge bars, where drinks are reasonably priced. For the more energetic,

there’s an exercise room on site, while just a short stroll away The University of Warwick has

extensive sports facilities which delegates can use, including a 25m swimming pool, fitness suite,

sports halls and pitches for all outdoor sports. In fact, Warwick’s campus provides everything from

banks to bookshops and there’s even an Arts Centre with a cinema, theatre and art gallery for the

culturally inspired.

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some things money can’t buy

Our clients tell us there’s an openness and transparency to the way we work that many other

venues don’t have. All of the facilities and equipment you use are included in your package. There

are no hidden extras. If you need anything extra just ask and we will source it for you.

Our clients also like the way we provide such a huge choice, while still taking care of all the

details. They also tell us that we genuinely do deliver the kind of warm and friendly service

that we promise.

That’s why so many of our clients come back so often.

“Everything about the WarwickConferences experience – the facilities, the food, the accommodation and the helpful-ness of all the staff – is excellent.When you are organising so manytraining programmes, as we do at Radcliffe Training andConference Centre, it is so reassuring that they actually deliver what they say they aregoing to provide for you. We havenever had any problems due to thehigh standards and efficiency.”

National Grid Transco

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Scarman was purpose built to meetthe needs of major blue chip clients.From the moment you enter thestunning reception you will appreciatethe thought and attention to detailthat we have invested in this centre.The fabulous accommodation andmeeting facilities are perfectlycomplemented by our professionaland courteous staff who will ensurethat your event runs like clockwork.

welcome to Scarman

your success

Whatever size event you have in mind, we know how important it is that everything

runs smoothly and to plan.

Our friendly team leave nothing to chance. They work efficiently behind the scenes, taking

care of every detail, every minute of the day. There are no disruptions, no distractions, and

everything is in place to make sure your event is a major success.

your space

Scarman is your space in which to inform, inspire and entertain. Everything here is designed

to make your time as productive as possible, in an environment where people can interact

and exchange ideas. We have the right combination of meeting rooms, technology and

dedicated staff to help you and your delegates work effectively. Our Business Centre provides

a full range of office and online facilities to ensure that while you’re away from the office,

you’re never out of touch.

“CVC clients always provide positive feedback following any event we book for them at Scarman. The facilities areexcellent, the service levelsexceptionally high with therates representing good valuefor money.”Country Venues Countrywide


your meeting rooms

Scarman gives you a choice of facilities to match your needs. Every lecture room has natural

daylight and offers the latest audio visual facilities all managed through a sophisticated but

simple to use control system. We review all our equipment continuously to make sure you

have the most up to date and effective ways to present. If you need anything else, such as

video conferencing, all you have to do is ask and we will arrange it for you.

feel at home

At the end of the day, it’s time to relax and enjoy yourselves. In order to make time spent

away from home as easy as possible we have designed our 200 en suite bedrooms to include

all the small touches that help your delegates feel relaxed. All in all they have a

‘home from home‘ during their stay.

Outstanding fresh food and exciting menus are prepared daily by our award winning

chefs and served in our attractive, modern restaurants. A full English breakfast selection

and carvery lunch make the most of working hours, and in the evening you can enjoy

an imaginative three course dinner with silver service. Just ask and our chefs will prepare

something extra special, from a luxury banquet for 200 to a themed dinner to a barbecue.

For that special occasion, you can dine in style in one of our two private rooms.

space to unwind

Our spacious lounge is the perfect place for tired delegates to take a break. Refreshments

are served throughout the day, and in the evening an inviting bar helps everyone unwind.

It’s the ideal place for networking too, with comfortable seating and direct access onto a

patio and landscaped gardens.

With beautifully kept lawns and a lake, the tranquil landscaped grounds provide great

opportunities for outdoor activities from team games to walks. For the more energetic

there’s a games room, an exercise room and full use of the first class campus sports

facilities and swimming pool.

for your meeting• An impressive tiered lecture theatre

that can seat 120 (air conditioned)

• 12 flat floored lecture rooms

(air conditioned)

• 42 syndicate rooms

• Room sizes from 19m2 to 170m2

• Built in audio visual systems including

data projection, laptop computers and

internet connection.

for your stay• 200 en suite bedrooms: all have spacious

desk area with power and telephone

socket, telephone, television, double or

twin beds, radio alarm clock, wake-up

calls, complimentary high speed internet

access, tea and coffee making facilities,

hairdryer, refrigerator, iron and trouser

press, towels and toiletries.

• Four rooms are modified for disabled

guests and include walk-in shower, bath

lift and emergency assistance alarm.

• Business Centre and Internet Café with

PCs, printer

• Wireless internet connectivity in

social areas

• Coffee lounge with unlimited

refreshments

• Lounge bar to unwind in

• Main Restaurant seating 250

• Private Dining space for up to 70

• Games and exercise room

• Use of campus swimming pool and

sports facilities

• Ample free car parking

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Radcliffe combines the comfort, serviceand welcome of a first class hotel withexcellent training and meeting facilities.Its inviting central lounge is the perfectplace for delegates to relax and unwindat the end of the day. Visitors toRadcliffe can expect a sincere andhonest welcome from our team whodedicate their efforts to ensure aflawless event.

welcome to Radcliffe

where your needs come first

From delegate registration to departure, your event is our priority and everything we do is

geared to its success.

It starts with making sure you have light airy meeting rooms, so your delegates stay alert and

focus on your message. It means providing modern technology and well-maintained

equipment. You have the support of a dedicated team whose professional, friendly approach

you can rely on to help make your event unique. You also have use of a Business Centre with

a full range of online facilities; so that delegates can stay in touch with the office.

the perfect learning environment

The experience and knowledge of University academics has ensured Radcliffe’s meeting rooms

have been designed with state of the art technology including data projection. They are all

fitted with custom designed all-day seating and benefit from natural daylight. We also provide

high speed internet access at no extra charge.

“Severn Trent has been usingRadcliffe for many years for various residential training and meetings. It's a superb venue with excellentfacilities and we find that staff are friendly, helpful and customer focused.”Severn Trent


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for your meeting• 11 flat floored lecture rooms

(air conditioned)

• 32 case study rooms




internet connection.

for your stay• 154 en suite bedrooms: all have

spacious desk area with power and

telephone socket, telephone, television,

double or twin beds, radio alarm clock

or wake-up calls, complimentary high

speed internet access, tea and coffee

making facilities, hairdryer, iron and

trouser press, towels and toiletries.

• 2 rooms are modified for disabled

guests and include remote control of

lighting, curtains and TV, bath lift and

emergency assistance alarm

• Business Centre with PCs, printer


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• Private Dining space for up to 50

• Games and exercise room

• Use of campus swimming pool

and sports facilities

• Ample free car parking

we know it’s not all about work

The key to a successful meeting or conference is achieving the right mix of productive working

time and opportunities to relax, both throughout the day and in the evening. Our dedicated

team works hard to make your event as enjoyable as it is productive.

Our coffee lounge provides refreshments all day so you can take a break whenever you’re

ready. Out of hours, a welcoming bar provides the focal point for delegates to socialise,

exchange views and discuss the day’s event.

The quality of the food can be a make or break factor in the success of any event. Fortunately,

you’ll be offering your delegates dishes created by award winning chefs, served in a

sumptuous setting. There’s no better way to encourage networking and keep the conversation

flowing. Every morning a full English breakfast selection is followed by a delicious carvery

lunch, with a magnificent three course dinner to round off the day. The menus are prepared

daily and provide a varied and healthy choice using only the freshest of ingredients. For more

personal dining we offer a private room where our chefs delight in creating gourmet menus

and catering for individual needs.

rest and relaxation

A good night’s sleep is essential for hard working delegates. Each of our 154 en suite

bedrooms is designed to make them feel at home, so they can wake refreshed and ready for

the busy day ahead. In their rooms they’ll find everything to make their lives easier, with a

well lit purpose built desk area and internet access point.

The woods and lakes surrounding Radcliffe also offer ideal opportunities to refresh the mind.

For the more energetic there’s a games room, an exercise room and full use of the perfectly

maintained campus sports facilities and swimming pool.


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Regular guests remark on the uniqueatmosphere generated by our staff whohave a genuine love of their jobs. Thisshows in their infectious enthusiasmand natural courtesy. But that’s not allthat makes Arden special. The lively barand airy restaurant add to the ambiencethat brings clients back to Arden timeafter time. Outside, the mature gardensare ideal for teambuilding or relaxingafter a stimulating day.

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make the most of your time

Arden provides the ideal environment for your meeting or training session and is designed to

make your time as productive as possible. Spacious and highly specified meeting rooms help

your delegates stay alert and focused on your message. Modern technology, a wide range of

equipment and experienced staff all combine to ensure a successful and memorable outcome

to your event. Our team are always on hand to respond to your needs, leaving nothing to

chance and helping everything run smoothly.

you’re in the right place

Not only is the quality of your training important, but also where that training takes place. Our

highly flexible lecture rooms deliver the teaching environment that you need. In each lecture

room we provide the latest audio visual facilities, data projection and a wide range of other

training and presentation aids. Complementing these rooms, our syndicate rooms are ideal for

small meetings or case study groups. All equipment and facilities are continuously reviewed to

ensure they are up to date.

“Warwick Conferences providesan excellent venue for ourneeds. The best aspect is having all support facilities in one place, which is mostconvenient and allows participants to focus on the programme.”Royal Bank of Scotland


for your meeting• 10 flat floored lecture rooms

(air conditioned)

• 17 syndicate rooms




internet connection (where available).

for your stay• 121 en suite bedrooms: all have study

desk area, telephone, television, radio

alarm clock, tea and coffee making

facilities, hairdryer, iron and ironing

board, towels and toiletries.

• One room is modified for disabled

guests and includes a walk-in shower

and emergency assistance alarm.


refreshments


• Private dining for up to 25

• Business Centre with PCs, printer


social areas

• Exercise room

• Use of campus swimming pool

and sports facilities

• Free car parking

the right balance

Stimulated minds need the opportunity to be refreshed and refocused. The gardens, wooded

areas and small lake that surround Arden are the perfect places to revitalise delegates and

prepare them for the next session. We also provide unlimited tea and coffee at refreshment

stations. There are no interruptions and you decide when you want to take a break.

At the end of the day, our comfortable lounge bar is the ideal place to unwind, socialise

and discuss the events of the day. We know that hard working delegates need a good

night’s rest and our 121 en suite bedrooms are all comfortably furnished.

taking care of your needs

When it’s time to eat, there’s award winning food on the menu. Our inviting and comfortable

restaurants provide the perfect setting for our highly creative chefs to show off their culinary

talents. A full English breakfast selection and delicious carvery lunch make the most of the

working day. In the evening, a served three course dinner is the ideal opportunity for relaxed

networking, and with different dishes every day, the menu is always as fresh as the

ingredients. If you’re planning a special dinner, choose our stylish private room and we’ll

create a meal exclusively for you.

Working people need exercise too. With an equipped fitness room and full use of the

extensive and first class campus sports facilities and swimming pool, there’s

plenty of opportunity to be energetic.

“My experience of the infrastruc-ture and service quality atArden has been phenomenal,so much so that it has been an immense confirmation ofmy business values to see this enacted throughout anorganisation. This was some-thing I experienced every single day, from every singlemember of your team.”Shanaire Consulting and Development

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how to find us

Easy to find, centrally located.

Set on the beautifully maintained 700 acre campus of The University of Warwick, our three

Training and Conference Centres are available all year round for both day and residential training

and meetings. In addition, The University of Warwick’s Conference Park provides conference space

for events from 12 – 1,200 delegates.

More detailed directions can be found on our website.

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directionsThe University of Warwick lies on the

outskirts of Coventry, at the very heart

of England and is easily accessible by

road, rail and air. The region is home to

Coventry Cathedral and Warwick Castle,

with stately homes, gardens, museums

and galleries nearby.

by roadSituated at the hub of the national

motorway network, all major links (M1,

M6, M40, M42, M45 and M69) are within

easy reach. The University of Warwick is

ten miles from J15 M40 and just 12 miles

from J2 M6.

Each of the three Training and Conference

Centres have their own free car park on site.

by railLondon is 70 minutes by rail from Coventry

Rail Station which serves all major cities.

During the day there are half hourly train

services to London Euston. The University

of Warwick is just four miles from the

Rail Station. A regular Bus Service operates

from the Warwick Road Bus Stop which is

a short walk from the Rail Station. Taxis

are readily available from the Taxi Rank

outside the Station.

by air Birmingham International Airport lies a

mere 12 miles away and Coventry Airport

just six miles away.


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