Programme Timings
For the record. This page is kept as it was written while the E3 Business Awards was running. It is no longer open for entries, bookings or sponsorship.
Please Note: The timings shown below are provisional and may be subject to change.
Dress Code: Black Tie.
- 6.00pm Registration, Drinks Reception and Canapes(online menu available here)
- 7.15pm Welcome by Mubarak Chati (Managing Director, 1 Events Media Ltd)
- 7.25pm E3 Business Awards Presentation by Danny Simpson (CEO, MID Communications)
E3 Business Awards Ceremony
- New Business Start-Up of the Year Award
- Corporate Social Responsibility Award
- Charity of the Year
- Social Enterprise Award
- Skills, Education & Training Award
- Employer of the Year Award
- Digital, Creative & Media Award
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
8.20pm Dinner Served (online menu available here)
9.40pm E3 Business Awards Ceremony continued
- Outstanding Woman in Business
- Family Business of the Year
- Professional Firm of the Year
- Customer Service Award
- High Growth Business of the Year
- Business of the Year
- Special Achievement Award
- 10.40pm Winners - Group Photos
- 10.50pm Networking
- 12.00am Carriages
Accommodation
For accommodation, our guests have a choice of 2 close hotels; Bolton Whites (on site) and Premier Inn (5 mins by car).

Bolton Whites Hotel
With 125 modern and spacious bedrooms, Bolton Whites Hotel provides you with plenty of space and comfort ensuring a relaxing stay whether your with us for work or pleasure.
Their bedrooms are amongst the best in the area and boast the finest facilities we have to offer, with large beds, en-suite bathrooms, free wi-fi, refreshment tray and full use of the leisure facilities, all to ensure that you're comfortable during your stay with us.
Details of room types are available here
Rates are:
To make a reservation please contact The Bolton Whites Hotel directly on. More information on the hotel can be found here
You'll be minutes from the stadium and Bolton Arena and with Horwich Parkway and the M61 nearby, you'll be well connected wherever you're going. Get out and about to explore the sights of Bolton, Wigan, Manchester and the rest of the North West. Stroll to the Bolton Wanderers' Stadium, less than a mile from the hotel. Or seek out some great deals at Middlebrook Retail Park. Then relax in our tasty restaurant, spacious rooms and comfy beds. Rates from:
To make a reservation please book online here or call 0871 527 8116. More information on the hotel can be found here
£85.00* (Rates may change)
Rates include breakfast
Premier Inn Bolton (Stadium/Arena)
The Premier Inn Hotel Bolton (Stadium/Arena) puts you in a great spot whether you're here for the big game or some serious shopping.
£35.30* (Rates may change)
Menu
An excellent 5-course cuisine delivered by My Lahore. All the main course dishes will be placed in the centre of the table for the guests to share, providing an opportunity to taste everything on offer.
Drinks Reception & Canapes
Drinks
- Strawberry Heaven
- Orange Juice
- White grapes juice Schloer
Canapes (starters) during Drinks Reception
- Golden Fried Tail on Prawns (G, F)
- Chicken Tikka (D, G, M, C)
- Seekh Kebab (Gluten Free)
- Mini Crispy Veg Balls (V, G, S)
All served with dips and cocktail napkins.
Main Course (Family Serving) all served on the table and replenished, no pre-ordering required
- Lamb Rogan Josh; medium hot (D, M)
- Chicken Mughlai Korma – mild (D, M, N)
- Palakh & Aloo (V, M, C)
- White Jeera & Peas Rice
- Naan Basket (G)
- Served with Raita (D) & Green Salad
Dessert & Beverages
Desserts
- Strawberry Cheesecake (D, G, E, N,)
- Mango Delight (D, G, E, N,)
- Kheer (V, D, G, N,)
Beverages with Mains
- Mango Lassi (D)
- Soft Drinks
- Glass bottled water – still and sparkling
Afters
- English Tea & Coffee
Alcohol - There will be 1 onsite-bar provided by the venue (located on one side of the Premier Suite) and this will be open from 5.30pm-11.00pm
To pre order your wine please complete download the Wine List 2019 and return to the hotel no later than 7 working days prior to the event. Allergy Information

E3 Awards 2019 Catering Partner
Presenter

Danny Simpson - Presenter (CEO, MID Communications Ltd)
Danny Simpson is the CEO of MID Communications LTD, an independent franchise of Telefonica O2 UK, and co-founder of My Ideal Destination. Danny hails from Rochdale, Greater Manchester, and is a proud husband and father to two boys.
Danny is a passionate ambassador for local business, this passion shines through when you meet him. His support, guidance and mentorship has seen many small and start-up businesses succeed.
He is also a fellow and committee member with the IOD Manchester and sits on the board for Cash for Kids locally in Manchester and nationally for the charity. Danny truly believes in giving back through the workplace, he champions apprentice programmes and employs a number across all sectors of his business.
He is a renowned public speaker across topics including leadership, motivation and inspiration. It’s only fitting that with his wealth of experience, we asked him to complete the night and host the E3 Business Awards.
Venue - Premier Suite, Macron Stadium
The venue for the E3 Business Awards is the Premier Suite, University of Bolton Stadium in Bolton. The home of Bolton Wanderers FC, it was previously known as the Macron Stadium. It is located just off Junction 6 of the M61 motorway.
Address:
Bolton Wanderers Football Club
University of Bolton Stadium
Burnden Way
Bolton
BL6 6JW
The E3 Awards itself will take place at the Premier Suite, which adjoins the stadium car park. For directions, click here.
How to Find the Premier Suite, University of Bolton Stadium (previously known as the Macron Stadium) The E3 Business Awards will be held in the Premier Suite, Macron Stadium, Bolton Wanderers Football Club, opposite Car park C.
The University of Bolton Stadium is located just off junction 6 of the M61. The Stadium is easily accessible when travelling by car, train or air. Please see below for directions and further details.
Car Travel
If travelling by CAR from the North, If travelling down the M6, follow signs for the M61 and leave at Junction 30. Once on the M61, follow signs for Manchester/Bolton and leave at Junction 6 (University of Bolton Stadium should be visible on the left). Take the first exit off the roundabout onto the A6027, the De Havilland Way. At the next roundabout, take a left turn onto Burnden Way and park in the main stadium visitors’ car park.
If travelling by CAR from the South, If travelling up the M6, follow signs for the M62 and leave at Junction 21a, following signs for Manchester. Join the M60 at Junction 12 and proceed to follow signs for the M61 towards Preston. (Do NOT take the A666 towards Bolton.) Turn off the M61 at Junction 6 and take the third exit off the roundabout onto the A6027, the De Havilland Way. At the next roundabout, take a left turn onto Burnden Way and park in the main stadium visitors’ car park.
FREE Car Parking
1,300 car parking spaces are available at the Stadium, please follow signs for Car Park C which is conveniently located opposite the Premier Suite at the North entrance.
Train Travel
If you are travelling to the Stadium by TRAIN, the nearest railway station is Horwich Parkway situated approximately 500 meters away from the stadium. Regular services run from Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria stations and take approximately 30 minutes. To enquire about train journeys and times please visit the National Rail Website (click here)Air TravelIf travelling to the University of Bolton Stadium by AIR the closest airport is Manchester. Manchester airport is approximately 40 minutes away by car. Regular train services run to Manchester Piccadilly station for connecting trains to Horwich Parkway.
If you are having trouble locating the Stadium other possible landmarks to look out for are the Middlebrook Retail park situated just behind the Stadium and also the Bolton arena which is approximately 150 meters away from the Stadium.


