Conference News Supplements CN Milton Keynes Supplement July/Aug 2017 | Page 12

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Welcome to the big Arena MK

tadium MK has grown into a full-scale complex with it ’ s own integrated event and hotel space . It is home to the 4 * deluxe DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes , Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill , Arena MK and MK Dons Football Club . This iconic Milton Keynes landmark is popular with local , national , and international businesses . Stadium MK ’ s location provides
many advantages for event planners and visitors alike , for one it ’ s well signposted . Large numbers of people can use the space with ease . Arena MK can accommodate up to 5,000 guests and the hotel ’ s Ballroom up to 1,000 . Delegates and organisers can park seconds away from the venue ’ s entrance in the 1,450 space car park , and behind the scenes tours of Stadium MK can be built into packages .
At the end of a great day guests can wander back to one of the 304 stylish bedrooms or even a meal in Marco ’ s Steakhouse Bar & Grill - new for 2017 . For those wanting to enjoy a little leisure time , MK1 Shopping & Leisure Park is just a short stroll away . Arena MK made its debut in February 2014 when it hosted the National Badminton Championships it has also hosted the 2015 , 2016 and 2017 televised Unibet Masters .
However , sporting events are just one example of what the 3,420sqm space can be used for . Set across three floors , Arena MK welcomes everything from music concerts to exhibitions , conferences and parties . Arena MK has been selected as the venue for many high profile events from a number of sectors predominantly : automotive , retail and banking . The client list includes Mercedes Benz , Boots , Suzuki , Santander ,
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