LTB 187/24 - CWU LGBT+ and Allies Networking Event
No: 187/24
TO: ALL BRANCHES
Dear Colleagues,
CWU LGBT+ and Allies Networking Event
The Equality, Education and Development department are pleased to announce that a CWU LGBT+ and Allies Networking Event will be taking place on Friday 16th August 2024 in conjunction with Chester Pride on the 17th August. The day will be an opportunity to connect and network with other LGBT+ activists and Allies from across the union.
Day 1: The session on Friday 16th August 2024 will run from 13:00 – 17:00 and take place at Doubletree by Hilton Hotel & Spa Chester, Warrington Road, Chester, CH2 3PD. The afternoon will include interactive and informative sessions with group discussions. (The hotel has free parking and is a 7-minute taxi ride from the station).
Day 2: Will include attending Chester Pride, taking place at Box 7, Unity Centre, Cuppin Street, Chester CH1 2BN on Saturday 17th August 2024. Further information will follow regarding a CWU meeting point and times.
Booking Accommodation
If Branches wish to stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Spa, Chester, you must book early as they will be holding a number of discounted rooms on a ‘first come, first served’ basis until 5th July 2024.
Bookings can be made via the hotel website using this link: BOOK NOW
Please note that a credit card is required to reserve the room – no charge will be made to your account until you arrive at the hotel, unless you choose to make payment in full at the time of booking.
Accommodation rates: (preferential CWU rates for nights of Friday 16th August
The rate is per room per night and is inclusive of breakfast
Friday 16th August
Standard King rooms start from £125.00Superior King rooms start from £145.00
Suggested Alternative Hotels
Premier Inn Chester (Railway Station)Travelodge Chester Central
Please note it is important that Branches reserve a place for Friday’s networking event as there are limited spaces, to reserve your place, please email
We look forward to seeing you in Chester!
Yours sincerely,
Kate Hudson
Head of Equality, Education & Development
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