Conference Networking Dinner – Thursday 8th June
Our vision for WCSMO-15 is to offer attendees a unique and truly authentic Irish experience. When reviewing potential venues for the congress dinner, we felt no venue would encapsulate this vision more than Pairc Ui Chaoimh.
For 45 years, Pairc Ui Chaoimh has been the home of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) in Cork. Our national games of Gaelic Football, Hurling and Camogie are played in this iconic 45,000 seater stadium throughout the year. There are a limited number of stadiums in the world that can match this capacity but what makes Pairc Ui Chaoimh unique is that, in Cork, it is the home of our national games, games played in front of 45,000 passionate fans, not by highly paid professional athletes, but by amateurs, participating for the love of the game, for their families, their communities and their counties.
With over 2,500 clubs all around Ireland and the world, the GAA is a beacon for bringing people together. No other movement quite captures the spirit of Ireland like the GAA and no other venue can showcase this quite as much as Pairc Ui Chaoimh. This truly unique venue will add great meaning and significance to WCSMO-15 where we hope to be that beacon for bringing our community together in Cork.
Seandún Suite
The Seandún Suite is our largest conference suite consisting of both the Seandún View and the Seandún Terrace. This suite overlooks both the main pitch and the 4G pitch, allowing for a spacious, naturally lit room with exceptional views. With a capacity of up to 650 attendees, it is perfect for corporate conferences, gala dinners, exhibitions and product launches. The Seandún Suite is equipped with a fully integrated AV system consisting of two connecting drop down projector screens, three HD LED smart televisions, stage, podium and two microphones all complimentary with venue hire.
Food
In Páírc Uí Chaoimh, our dedicated team of chefs create all menus using the best of Irish produce and are mindful of the latest trends. We are also happy to work with you to create a bespoke menu to suit the needs of your event.
Conference Excursions – Wednesday 7th June
Three excursions will be available on Wednesday afternoon, June 7th. Please see details below and how to book. Places are limited and excursions should be booked by Tuesday, May 16th.
Jameson Midleton Distillery Experience:
The Jameson Experience Tour is a fully guided tour around the original Midleton Distillery which brings the stories of Jameson’s rich heritage to life. You’ll learn about the hard working people and field-to-glass processes responsible for the whiskey that bears John Jameson’s name. On this tour, a friendly Jameson Ambassador will guide you around some of the key buildings, including the warehouses and the Microdistillery. The tour finishes with your chance to do a guided comparative tasting of three famous whiskeys, one being Jameson.
To book this tour, please sign into your account and book under social programme. The price of this booking includes the guided tour and transport to and from the venue.
Blarney Castle and Gardens Visit:
Built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftans, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention ever since. Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney making it a world landmark and one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. Now that might have something to do with the Blarney Stone, the legendary Stone of Eloquence, found at the top of the tower.
To book this tour, please sign into your account and book under social programme. The price of this booking includes your ticket into the grounds and transport to and from the venue.
Leibherr Container Cranes Ltd. Tour :
Liebherr Container Cranes Ltd. has over 50 years of experience in crane development and manufacture. In 1958 Hans Liebherr founded the company in Ireland as the first manufacturing plant outside of Germany. At the Killarney plant in the Southwest of the country, the company produces ship to shore container cranes, rubber-tyred and rail-mounted stacker cranes, and accessories. Liebherr container cranes are in use in over 100 ports and nearly 50 countries worldwide.
Please note that the length of the tour is ~1.5km and will take approximately 90 minutes. High Visibility vests and Safety glasses will be provided and must be worn at all times during the tour. Comfortable shoes are recommended, no runners or open top shoes. No photos or videos will be allowed for the duration of the tour.
To book this tour, please sign into your account and book under social programme. The price of this booking includes you’re the Leibherr presentation, site tour and transport to and from the venue.