Venue
Manchester Central Convention Complex
Manchester Central
Petersfield
Manchester
M2 3GX
Tel: +44 (0)161 834 2700
Website: http://www.manchestercentral.co.uk
Transport
Manchester Central is in the heart of Manchester city centre in the North West of England. Located in the centre of the UK, the city is served by strong road, rail and air links, making it an easily accessible location for visitors from all over the world.
By Air
Manchester airport is a major international air traffic hub with frequent scheduled flights to the majority of key UK, European and international destinations. It is 9 miles (14.5km) outside the city centre, taking approximately 25 minutes by taxi, or alternatively there is a direct half-hourly express rail service to the city centre that takes approximately 20 minutes.
More information on services to Manchester airport can be found at www.manchesterairport.co.uk.
By Rail
Manchester has direct rail connections to all major UK cities – London is just over two hours away by train. Services come into the city at either Piccadilly or Victoria station, both of which connect to Manchester's Metrolink light-rail system which provides easy access to all parts of the city centre. Take the Metrolink from either Piccadilly or Victoria (in the Altrincham or Eccles direction) and alight at St Peter's Square, which is within a 5-minute walk of Manchester Central. You can also take advantage of the free Metroshuttle bus that travels between the two stations across the city centre.
For information on train services to Manchester, please use the following links:
www.virgintrains.co.uk
www.nationalrail.co.uk
Metrolink and Taxis
The extensive Metrolink tram service covers the city centre and areas of Greater Manchester.
To reach the venue follow signs for Metrolink from either Piccadilly or Victoria, purchase a City Zone ticket on the platform (£0.80 single or £1.20 return) and take a tram heading for Altrincham or Eccles alighting at St Peter's Square. The venue is then a 5-minute walk away behind the Midland Hotel. You can also take advantage of the free Metroshuttle bus that travels across the city centre.
For information on routes and timetables, please visit the Metrolink website: www.metrolink.co.uk
For a more bespoke service, there are a number of reputable taxi and private hire companies which operate in the city. A selection is listed below:
Radio Cars Manchester - 0161 236 8033
Mantax Taxis Ltd - 0161 230 3333
Manchester Minibus Taxis - 0161 850 0568
Manchester Cars - 0161 237 3383
Manchester Limousine Service - 0161 49 20 307
By Road
Manchester is at the heart of the Northwest's motorway network with easy access from all directions onto the M60, the city's orbital motorway. Once on the M60 exit at Junction 12 and join the M602 signposted towards the city centre. Follow the A57 straight on from the end of the M602 passing under a railway bridge before taking the left hand exit to merge onto the A56 Bridgewater Way. Turn right onto Whitworth Street West at Deansgate station and then turn left onto Albion Street. The entrance to the Manchester Central Car Park is through the next set of traffic lights on the left, opposite The Bridgewater Hall.
If you are using sat nav, type in M2 3GX which will take you to the car park at Manchester Central.
Car Park at Manchester Central
Once you have travelled into the city by car, then the best place to park is the NCP car park on site at Manchester Central. It is open 24 hours and the address details for sat nav are: Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3GX.
Car Park Prices
£10.50 for up to 6 hours
£14.50 for 6 – 12 hours
£18.40 for 12 – 24 hours
Language
The official language of the Congress is English.
Letter of invitation
A letter of invitation to assist with visa applications will be available through the website closer to the time of the congress
Certificate of Attendance
A Certificate of Attendance will be provided for all registered delegates.
CPD accreditation will be applied for.
Insurance
The registration fees do not include the insurance of participants against personal accidents, sickness, and cancellations by any party, theft, loss or damage to personal possessions. Participants are advised to take out adequate personal insurance to cover travel, accommodation, cancellation and personal effects.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not allowed anywhere inside the venue.
Organising Secretariat
1st Floor, Chesterfield House
385 Euston Road
London
NW1 3AU
UK
Tel: + 44 (0) 207 383 8030
Fax: + 44 (0) 0207 383 8040
Email: ipsa@kenes.com