ABOUT 100 people attended the inaugural corporate dinner at Mere Hall in Bolton.

The refurbished Mere Hall - Bolton City Challenge's £1 million community flagship project - offers a plush banqueting suite and bar.

Guests at the inaugural dinner enjoyed a five-course meal and listened to speakers including Elizabeth Jeffreys, Chief Executive of Marketing Manchester.

Mr Derek Shepherd, Chairman of Mere Hall Bolton Ltd - the management company - said the unique venue offered a touch of class for companies organising functions.

"Mere Hall has been transformed from a derelict building into an attractive venue which recaptures its 19th Century glory," he said.

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