Dyslexia Conference
Harrogate to Host the International Conference on
Dyslexia
16 May 2007
The British Dyslexia Association has confirmed that the
International Conference on Dyslexia will be coming to Harrogate
International Centre from the 27 to 29 March 2008. This is the
Association's first visit to Harrogate and over 800 delegates from
Europe and the USA will be attending this major event titled
'Dyslexia Making Links'. Chair of the Conference will be Professor
Maggie Snowling from the University of York and Judi Stewart, Chief
Executive of the British Dyslexia Association.
Jennifer Owen Adams, Education Director for the British
Dyslexia Association spoke about why they chose Harrogate
International Centre, "We were very impressed with the fantastic
conference facilities at the Centre from the modern auditorium to
the flexible seminar rooms. This combined with the excellent
technical and event management expertise make Harrogate
International Centre the perfect choice for our event."
This event is part of a varied calendar of high profile events
that Harrogate International Centre hosts each year making it one
of the most successful venues in the UK. Stuart Quin,
Director of Harrogate International Centre said "We look forward to
welcoming the International Conference on Dyslexia to Harrogate in
2008. Delegates will experience not only our outstanding venue but
enjoy the benefits of our stunning location in the heart of the
stylish spa town of Harrogate. "
Ends.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
Harrogate International Centre has a well-balanced offer of
exhibition and conference space, including a 2000 seat auditorium,
eight exhibition halls with 16,500m2 of exhibition space and
seminar breakout space for up to 600 in its national award-winning
Queen's Suite.
www.harrogateinternationalcentre.co.uk
Overall business tourism spend in 2005/06 was estimated at
£144,603,000 and visitor bednights attributed to conferences
and exhibitions in 05/06 was estimated at 531,122 nights.
The Centre attracts in the region of 250,000 visitors a
year. The Centre is a regional venue for national and
international entertainment acts. Entertainment information
can be found in the venue's Quarterly What's On Guide or on-line at
www.harrogateboxoffice.co.uk
