Post on 06-Aug-2015
first direct arena | hospitality the conference & events experience
World class event spaces in the heart of Leeds City Centre
Whatever the event, you will be delighted with the world-class first direct arena’s choice of function rooms and versatile spaces. All rooms boast high-end furniture,
fittings and breathtaking, unique design.!!
Event organisers will be truly excited by our tailored approach, ensuring that expectations are exceeded with every ‘touch point’ –
be prepared to ‘wow’ your guests with an unforgettable event experience.!
!Within the venue, there are two unique function rooms, the largest of which can hold up to 200 people, with one of the suites having
access to a large outside terrace. !!
The main auditorium has the capacity to transform into a diverse banquet for up to 1,500 or a conference or special event space for
up to 13,000 people.!!
first direct arena is centrally located in the heart of Leeds City Centre and is close to all major transport infrastructure, in
proximity of 7,000 car parking spaces within a 15 minute walk. !!
Our culinary team headed by Head Chef, Paul Robinson, prepare incredible and innovative modern menus, using fresh, sustainable
and high quality local ingredients.!!
If your event deserves first class facilities with a difference – it belongs at the first direct arena!Introduction
The auditorium itself can host up to 12,000 guests and offers world class event facilities: !
!• Main exhibition floor of 2500 sqm.!• Ancillary exhibition floor of 350 sqm. !• Banqueting for up to 1000 guests with stage and
dancing areas. !• In House Professional Catering Services who can
provide for all your individual needs including bespoke menus. !
• Ground Floor Vehicle Access!• Production Vehicle Parking!• 18m Rigging / Roof Height in stage area with hanging
capacity up to 60 tonne.!• Breakout rooms for 10 – 100.!• Organiser Office accommodation x 4!• WIFI Services!• Visual and audio event relay to organiser’s offices
and visual for guest front of house. !• Staging available!• Fully Accessible!• 24hr Security Services!• Local Service Supplier Rates!• Local Transport / hotels parking!• Designated venue event management!
The Main Auditorium
A funky bar with a unique twist. This space is ideal for informal mee/ngs and networking events and has it’s own dedicated external terrace that can also be
u9lized.
The first direct bar benefits from great natural light, is fully climate controlled and can accommodate up to
200 delegates. !
The first direct bar
The Premier Lounge
The Premier Lounge offers event organizers a flexible space in which to
hold their event.
With it’s own dedicated VIP recep/on, the ability to par99on into separates
zones it can comfortably small conferences in a variety of
configura9ons.