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UNITE Edinburgh, 24th November 2008

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UNITE Edinburgh, 24th November 2008

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    1. UNITE Edinburgh, 24th November 2008 Stephen Manion, Alnwick Castle Wade Sherman, St Cloud University

    6. What kind of place is Alnwick? Historic market town of c. 9,000 people Rural area, beautiful countryside 5 km from beach Nearest city, Newcastle 50km

    7. What is Alnwick Castle? It is the family home of the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland It has an American college It is a film location

    8. It is a major tourist attraction in the north of England. Open 1st April – 30th October

    18. Some information about Alnwick Castle as a tourism attraction and business

    19. Visitor numbers 1998 52,000 2001 61,000 2002 140,000 2003 270,000 2006 190,000 2007 208,000 2008 193,000

    20. Main Reasons Harry Potter films The Alnwick Garden Alnwick voted “Best Place to Live in Britain” in 2002 Publicity Economic conditions

    21. What work placement opportunities are at Alnwick Castle? All placements will be working with people: Colleagues and Visitors

    23. Admissions Shop Market research Office administration

    26. Help with events

    27. What skills are needed? Communication: talking, listening, writing Working with visitors, including children Working with colleagues Flexible in duties English language Market research: Questionnaires and analysis Computers Telephone answering Your hidden talent...Can you juggle?

    29. What personal qualities are needed? Cheerful Confident Co-operative Able to work with others Willing to help where needed Willing to work outside as well as inside Able to work unsupervised Willing to ask for help Willing to work in costume

    30. What will it be like for you? We will arrange accommodation for you in the castle with St Cloud university students...

    31. What will it be like for you? Work approximately 37 hours per week, will include some weekends Dress code for work is comfortable and presentable No denim or trainers when working You will have a contact supervisor

    32. Opportunities for you Staying in one of the most beautiful parts of England Working in one of the top tourist attractions in England Visiting other parts of the UK Meeting people from all over the world Variety of work and social life A chance in a lifetime

    34. Thank you for listening. Any questions? www.alnwickcastle.com

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