The Beatification of John Henry Cardinal Newman

Introduction

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Pax Travel, at the request of Father Richard Duffield, Provost of the Birmingham Oratory, is able to offer the following arrangements for the English Oratorian parishes and Newman friends as well as for Oratorian and Newman groups coming from abroad, to include accommodation and local transport to the Beatification of John Henry, Cardinal Newman by the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, on Sunday 19th September 2010, and other events and celebrations to be held in Birmingham over this weekend.

Accommodation: All accommodation will be en-suite, either at the University of Birmingham, situated less than 1 mile from the Oratory, or at the Marriott, Crowne Plaza, or Burlington MacDonald hotels in Birmingham. The price for 3 nights stay will include Full English breakfast. The accommodation is booked for arrivals on Friday 17th September, and departure on Monday 20th September.

Transport: by air-conditioned touring coach as follows:

From Birmingham to the event location and return for the Beatification ceremony and Papal Mass on Sunday 19th September. 

Pax Travel Tour Managers: will be on hand to assist with the arrangements and any other excursions, restaurant or travel bookings as required.

Costs (to include all the above):

        Pounds Sterling US Dollars Euros
A     =        £284             $450     €340
B     =        £370             $599     €440
C     =        £400             $644     €480

Option A = Birmingham University
Birmingham University accommodation at the Vale and Mason (lakeside views).
Single en-suite rooms (all with TV).
Cluster flats for groups of five or six (each containing 5/6 en-suite rooms and shared living area).

Option B = Birmingham University Conference Park
Birmingham University conference park accommodation.
Single or twin/double en-suite rooms (all with TV, telephone, hairdryer, alarm, ironing facilities and full welcome tray).
4-star rating from Enjoy England.
24 hour reception.
Disabled access.

Birmingham University is located two miles from the city centre in beautiful landscaped grounds. The University of Birmingham offers residential and non-residential conference and event facilities at venues that guarantee value and quality. The campus is easy to access by car and has its own train station on campus linking directly to Birmingham New Street.

Option C = 4-star hotels in Birmingham.

Crowne Plaza Birmingham - www.crowneplaza.com
The Crowne Plaza Birmingham City is a 4 star deluxe Birmingham Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of Birmingham City Centre. New Street Station, The ICC, NIA and new shopping developments are just a short walk away. The hotel has 312 spacious bedrooms with a variety of amenities including en suite facilities, air conditioning, in room dining, satellite TV and refreshment making facilities as standard. A range of flexible food and beverage options are available to guests in our vibrant, contemporary B1 Bar and Restaurant and 24 hour room service, all of which offer creative menus with healthy options to suit all tastes.

Marriott Hotel - www.marriott.co.uk
Centrally located in the heart of the city, this 4-star Birmingham hotel is renowned for responsive service and comfortable accommodation. Newly upgraded guest rooms have been luxuriously appointed with amenities that ensure a comfortable and productive stay, featuring king-size beds, a spacious work desk and high-speed Internet access. Full leisure facilities, including a well-equipped fitness centre, indoor pool and a full-service spa with two treatment rooms. The hotel includes West 12 Restaurant and Bar, with its contemporary British cuisine.

Burlington MacDonald - www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/burlington
Fed by an underwater spring, the historic Burlington Hotel is Birmingham's original four-star city centre hotel situated a short walk from New Street Station. Classic rooms at the Burlington Hotel include full en-suite facilities and internet access. The hotel has a lounge, dining room, bar and restaurant attached.

The above hotel accommodation is based in twin/double bedded rooms. Single supplement is £30 per person per night.

Conditions of Booking/Payment Details:

On Booking: non refundable deposit of £120 ($200 or €150) per person (although the deposit is non refundable we will allow it to be transferred to a named person).

Balance Payment: due by 1st August 2010.

Please contact Pax Travel for details of Sterling, Euro or Dollar payment methods. Payments will be acceptable by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit card, bank transfers, cash or cheque (there may be a surcharge for using credit cards).