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The conference will take place in the Auditorium, St George's, Bristol on Saturday 14 October 2023, from where it will also be live streamed. This will be followed by a gala dinner at the Wills Memorial Building, only a 5 minute walk away .

Auditorium, St George's Hall - Main Conference Venue

St George’s Bristol is a world-class, independent music venue in the heart of Bristol. The 580-seat concert hall was converted from a 200-year-old Georgian church, and is a truly special space where the finest performances from the world’s greatest artists are welcomed. During the day, it is the perfect location for events and conferences in the heart of the city.

Address: St George’s Bristol, Great George Street, Bristol, BS1 5RR (click here for Google Map directions). Located just off Park Street, half way down the hill from Clifton Triangle, or up the hill from College Green.

Approach the venue either via Great George Street for the Box Office entrance, or via Charlotte Street for step-free access.

Registration, exhibition and catering will be located in the Café & Heritage Space.

Directions and accessibility: please visit the venue website for comprehensive information

The Great Hall, Wills Memorial Building - Dinner Venue

The Wills Memorial Building & Tower at the top of Park Street is a Bristol icon and makes a dramatic and inspiring venue. A sweeping double stone staircase and carved stone vaulted ceiling leads to the impressive Great Hall and Reception Room, which has carved oak panelled walls and lead windows.

The Gala Dinner is scheduled to start at 19:30 with welcome drinks. The evening will finish at 11:45pm. There will be music and dancing. Additional fees are applicable and pre-booking is required.

Alternative starters and/or main meals will be served for pre-confirmed dietary requirements, as relevant. Please note you will not be able to choose a menu preference on the night.

Address: Queens Rd, Bristol BS8 1RJ
Click here for Google Directions.

Dress code: smart

Getting Here

Arriving by rail

The nearest main train station is Bristol Temple Meads, approximately 1.2 miles away. This is approximately a half-hour walk.

The nearest local train station is Clifton Down, approximately 1 mile away. This is approximately a 25 minute walk.

There are plenty of public transport links between both stations and St George’s Bristol including buses and taxis.

Arriving by road

If you are coming to Bristol via the M4, leave at junction 19, exit onto M32 towards Bristol. Continue on Newfoundland Circus/A4032. Take B4051 to Great George St.

SAT NAV Postcode for St George's: BS1 5RR

Parking: there is metered on-street parking on Great George Street and Charlotte Street. The nearest car parks are on Trenchard Street, College Street, and Millennium Square.

Please visit Travel West for more information about driving in Bristol.
Please visit the NCP site for more details about local car parks.

Since Monday 28 November 2022, many streets in the city centre (not including Great George Street, Charlotte Street or upper Park Street) will be part of Bristol’s Clean Air Zone. Please find out more and check any associated charges for your vehicle here.

Taxi: There are taxi ranks located on Clifton Triangle and College Green. V Cars: +44 (0)117 925 2626, www.v-cars.com/locations/bristol. Also, the Uber scheme operates in Bristol.

Arriving by Air

Bristol International Airport is approximately 9 miles away (roughly 20 minutes’ drive, or an hour by public transport). There are regular shuttle buses between the Airport and various stops in Bristol city centre.

Arriving by Coach

Bristol Bus & Coach Station on Cannon Street is served by several national coach companies including National Express. Coach companies including Megabus have stops in the city centre. The coach station is within easy walking distance of both venues.