The brand new 123-bed conference centre is due to open on 1st October 2013 when a team of 13 Wilson Vale staff will commence a breakfast, lunch, dinner and hospitality service for delegates and visitors, as well as catering for weddings and other events.
Formerly a hall of residence, College Hall has seen a £14 million investment by the University of Leicester to transform it into a leading residential conference venue. Once open, it will be the first time in the University’s history that an all-year round residential conference facility will be available, and it will be the only dedicated residential conference centre in Leicester.
Andrew Wilson, co-founder and managing director of Wilson Vale, said: “The University has breathed new life into the building and we feel tremendously proud to have been chosen to be their catering partners. To have such a prestigious client on our doorstep is a wonderful way to start our new financial year.
“Our own purchasing philosophy of sourcing locally and our fresh food ethos will ensure that the University and the community will have the very best in terms of food, service and facilities."