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Concept Conference Centre

Summary: RNIB's conference centre in central Birmingham, run as a social firm, which trains and employs blind and partially sighted staff.

Close up of daffodils on meeting room table

Concept is a conference centre in central Birmingham with facilities for up to 90 people over 4 rooms.

We serve locally sourced "home cooked" food, made on the premises, with Fairtrade and organic ingredients. Concept is a social firm, offering training and work experience to blind or partially sighted people.

Booking and prices

Accommodation and entertainment

If you're staying in Birmingham, there's plenty on offer. See our tips on places to stay, eat and drink in town.

Catering in inner Birmingham

We offer a local catering service to inner Birmingham which can be booked a minimum of 5 days in advance.

News

  • August: Concept Food Festival planned for September and October
  • July: New range: ethical teas and coffees
  • June: New £140,000 kitchen opens doors.

See latest news for details.

Recipes

We get asked for our recipes so often, we decided to share them with you.

Why choose Concept?

  • Customer focused service
  • Locally sourced and seasonal fresh foods
  • Five minutes from Birmingham New Street Station
  • Blind or partially sighted trainees gain experience of hospitality and catering work
  • An all-inclusive price for room hire (includes data projection, PC), 2 course lunch and refreshments
  • Our tea and coffee is Fairtrade, organic and Rainforest Alliance certified
  • Free WiFi available on site.

Content author: concept.conferences@rnib.org.uk

Last updated: 20/11/2008 11:13

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