Convention Information

Convention Venue & other details

This year's Convention will be held at the prestigious Docklands Campus of the University of East London (UEL). Situated in a stunning waterfront setting, UEL’s Docklands Campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities with purpose built lecture theatres and seminar rooms. The Docklands Campus is within easy reach of central London.


The full location details are:
East Building, Floor 2, Rooms 43 & 44
University of East London
Docklands Campus
University Way
London E16 2RD








Dates & Sessions

Wednesday, 2 June 2010 - Registration starts at 5:30pm. Session starts at 7:00pm

Thursday, 3 June 2010 - Sessions start from 1:00pm till 9:00pm

Friday, 4 June 2010 - Sessions start from 1:00pm till 9:00pm

Saturday, 5 June 2010 - Sessions start from 10:00am till 9:00pm (with appropriate breaks in between)

 

Young People & Children

Parralel sessions and activities will be held for young people & children which will include: workshops & seminars, film shows and other fun activities.

 

How to get to UEL’s Docklands Campus

Public Transport

Please see the Transport for London (TfL) Journey Planner for the most up-to-date information and advice on how to get there.


By Tube / DLR

The Docklands Campus is directly opposite Cyprus DLR station. Trains to Beckton via Cyprus and Canning Town usually run at five-to-ten minute intervals.


By Bus

Bus routes near the Docklands Campus include 101, 173, 262, 300, 366, 376, 474 and N551. A map of these bus routes is also available from TfL. The Docklands campus is within a short walking distance of Cyprus station.


Traveling by Car

There are a limited number of visitor parking spaces available at the Docklands Campus. The University may be unable to accommodate visitors who arrive without securing a pre-booked parking space. For this reason, visitors are advised to use public transport. Parking is particularly restricted during peak hours (0800 - 1700 Monday - Friday), with the exception of Blue Badge holders who may apply for a peak hours parking permit. But during off-peak hours (1700 – 2100 Monday - Friday) and on Saturdays, free parking is available on the Campus.

In addition, free parking is also available at Gallions Reach Shopping Park (Armada Way, London, E6 7ER), which is only a 15 minutes walk away from the Campus, and served by the DLR (Gallions Reach Station) which is only one stop away from Cyprus station on the Campus.


For more information on the Docklands Campus or contact details, follow the link below:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/campuses/docklands.htm 


Eat and Drink

There is plenty of choice when it comes down to where to eat on the Docklands Campus. The main restaurant is called The Edge, which is located off the atrium in the East Building. The Edge serves breakfast, lunch, snacks and sandwiches as well as hot and cold drinks.

There is also the Café Culture, which is located at the security end of the atrium in the East Building. This outlet offers freshly ground speciality coffees, tempting cakes, pastries & sandwiches, as well as incorporating a 24/7 vending machine operation.

Oscars Coffee Bar is located in the West Building. This outlet has a modern feel and offers freshly ground coffee, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks & light meals.

Oscars Bistro, in the West Building, looks out over the dock and University Square so is a great place to grab a bite, especially suitable for evenings, serving a selection of snacks and meals including "Specials of the Day", omelettes, pasta, curries and filled jacket potatoes.


Accommodation (Hotels & Guest Houses)
If you are coming to the Convention from outside London or from overseas, the Docklands Campus is close to a variety of Hotels and Guest Houses. The ones listed below are the closest to the Campus:


Premier Travel Inn
Excel East, Royal Victoria Dock London, E16 1SL
Distance from Dockland Campus: 0.53 miles
Tel: 08702 383 322

http://www.premierinn.com/en/hotel/LONDOC/london-docklands-excel


Travelodge Hotels Ltd
Hartmann Road, London, E16 2BZ
Distance from Docklands Campus: 1.06 miles
Tel: 08719 846290

http://www.travelodge.co.uk/search_and_book/hotel_overview.php?hotel_id=294

Etap Accor Hotel
North Woolwich Road, London, E16 2EE
Distance from Docklands Campus: 1.06 miles
Tel: 020 7474 9106

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g186338-d301022-Reviews-Etap_Hotel_London_City_Airport-London_England.html

Ramada Hotel
Excel, 2 Festoon Way, London, E16 1RH
Distance from Docklands Campus: 1.12 miles

Tel: 020 7540 4820

http://www.excel-london.co.uk/visitors/hotels/ramadahotelandsuites

 

Please contact these Hotels directly for rates and booking arrangements.

There are several other Hotels and Guests Houses within Canning Town and Beckton area. To find out information about other hotels within close proximity to the Campus, please visit www.upmystreet.co.uk or copy the link below into your browser:
http://www.upmystreet.com/findmynearest/search?category=Hotels&business=&location=E16+2RD&search=Search