Terry George Headlines Charity Event at Hotel in Leeds City Centre

LEEDS, ENGLAND--(Marketwired - Apr 17, 2013) - Boldly supporting charity events with its own purpose driven "Spirit to Serve", a prominent Leeds hotel will host the "Yorkshire Loves Charity" event, Thursday, April 18, opening its impressive spaces and conference venue to those who share their dedication to community service.

Charity associates attending this exciting 4 to 7 p.m. cocktail reception will be treated to delicious Yorkshire canapés, delights from a sweet cart by Tony Sykes and a special hotel gift bag. A live cooking station will also be in operation featuring some of the hotel culinary teams most sought after entrees as added treats.

Highlighting the evening will be Terry George, a prominent area entrepreneur, philanthropist and photographer, who will share ideas for raising funds and creating successful charity events and programs. Well known across the UK for his experience in leisure time business and entertainment, George is recognized most for his television appearances on The Secret Millionaire and his Carr Hall Castle home which won him the 2008 honour of "I Own Britain's Best Home" in the Five series.

Those who RSVP prior to the event will be entered into a drawing to win prizes of overnight stays, afternoon teas, spa treatments, and dinners they can take back to their respective charities.

Featuring meticulous event spaces for all occasions, the Leeds Marriott Hotel is an ideal location for those seeking an impressive banquet facility or a Leeds meeting room fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Offering 14 rooms of varying sizes, the hotel's sophisticated Thomas Ambler Suite can seat up to 280 persons for a chic banquet event while the board room provides an intimate conference setting as many as 14.

And, while "Yorkshire Loves Charity", its passion for tantalizing food and inspirational catering options is equally as strong and these meeting rooms and Leeds private dining venues are fully supported by a staff of skilled culinary professionals who have designed an extensive offering of breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, along with specialized refreshment breaks and tantalizing reception fare. Always willing to customize to meet the needs of event planners, the dedicated associates of the Leeds Marriott welcome charity events to maximize their potential with exceptional facilities and remarkable services.

About the Leeds Marriott Hotel

The Leeds Marriott Hotel welcomes travellers with contemporary four-star accommodations in the midst of the city centre's vibrant atmosphere and is located directly across from Trinity Leeds, the UK's newest shopping and entertainment destination. Well-appointed guest rooms and spacious suites include options for executive level amenities to assure guests the utmost in comfort and relaxation. On-site services include three restaurants and the well-equipped Leeds Marriott Hotel Leisure Club which features an expansive indoor pool the latest in fitness equipment. The Russell Eaton (Aveda) Lifestyle Salon & Spa is also located adjacent to the hotel offering guests additional opportunities for stress-relieving relaxation.