Well connected
The twin cities of Newcastle and Gateshead enjoy easy road , rail and air links from the UK and mainland Europe , making the area an ideal destination for business visitors from far and wide .
Newcastle International Airport is connected to most of mainland Europe , including France , Italy , Spain and Germany , as well has having direct routes to Dubai , Orlando , Fl , and Cancun Mexico . Onward destination flights connect the airport to Australia , South America and a range of further North American destinations . For the domestic market , those travelling from London Kings Cross will find themselves in Newcastle in around three hours , while those travelling from Birmingham and Manchester will do it in just under that time .
An official Conference Travel Card , developed in partnership with the local transport authority , offering unlimited travel on the extensive Tyne and Wear Metro system and Quaylink Bus services , is available at a discount .
Top 10 places to grab a bite
With world-famous nightlife , boutique hotels , and awardwinning bars and restaurants only minutes away , Sage ICC will have everything your business and attendees could want for an unforgettable event .
Bright future
Martin Mochan is ASM Global ’ s sales director for conferences and events , and he tells us that the venue is already attracting plenty of interest from both domestic and international conference organisers .
“ Sage ICC has been attracting interest from the national and international conference community throughout 2021 and the venue has already lined up more than 60 events once the doors open in Autumn 2024 ,” he says . “ Not only do these events elevate Newcastle and Gateshead ’ s place on the international scene they also attract a high volume of inbound delegates – all of whom then stay and socialise in our city region for the 3 – 5 day event time period . Their economic impact is immediate and their likelihood to return , as consumers , far higher as a result .
“ With the campus already forging great relationships with its sister venues , and also building strong academic links with the city ’ s Universities , the
Sage is truly competing on a global scale and is attracting leading events as far ahead as 2029 from sectors including Education & Training , Energy & Renewables , Science & Technology as well as a wide range of medical specialisms , many of which are led by activities at our own leading hospitals across the city .”
Top 10 hotels for your delegates
1 . Hilton Newcastle Gateshead
2 . Ramada Encore 3 . Jurys Inn 4 . Hotel du Vin 5 . Malmaison 6 . Innside Newcastle 7 . The Vermont 8 . Copthorne Hotel 9 . Hotel Indigo 10 . Crowne Plaza Newcastle
Here are out Top 10 place to grab a bite 1 . Six Restaurant 2 . HWKRMRKT 3 . Träkol 4 . Dobson and Parnell 5 . El Torero 6 . Quay Ingredient 7 . 21 8 . Zucchini Pasta Bar 9 . House of Tides 10 . Longhorns Smokehouse
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