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4th International Conference
22-24 June 2007, University of Stirling
The Venue and City of Stirling
This event is being held in the Stirling Management Centre which is located on the campus of the University of Stirling. This is a purpose built conference and management training centre, with its own dedicated restaurant/bar facilities, and accommodation which has been awarded 3-Star Hotel grading by the Scottish Tourist Board.
The University of Stirling was opened in 1967 on a brand new campus built on the estate of the 18th Century Airthrey Castle. Lying two miles from the Royal Burgh of Stirling, the University's location and history provide some clue as to what makes Stirling that bit different from other UK universities. The views around campus are breathtaking and the surrounding woodland changes colour dramatically with the seasons. The campus also attracts a large amount of wildlife – ducks, rabbits and squirrels abound – which adds to the relaxed atmosphere that pervades the campus. Though a tranquil setting, there is still plenty to do at the University. The University Campus hosts a range of leisure activities including 50m indoor Swimming Pool, Modern Fitness Suite, Indoor and Outdoor Tennis Courts and a 9-hole Golf Course.
An exciting mix of old and new, the city of Stirling has a growing reputation as one of the most attractive places to live in the UK. With a population of almost 40,000, Stirling is both busy and welcoming and boasts a wide range of shopping and leisure facilities to cater for all tastes. Stirling has emerged as a leading cultural and business centre, with ongoing regeneration in both industry and the arts attracting investment from home and abroad. Stirling, Scotland's ancient capital and the original seat of the Scottish crown, has played a pivotal role in Scotland's history. Dominated by its famous Castle, Stirling has been a focal point for some of the most influential episodes in Scotland's past, including the Wars of Independence during the Middle Ages. The National Wallace Monument, dedicated to William Wallace (immortalised by Mel Gibson in the Oscar-winning film, Braveheart), is a reminder of the city's turbulent history, and stands as a sentinel above the University campus.
Other useful web-sites:
Stirling Town Information
Stirling Tourist Office
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