Core Technology Facility (number 86 on the map): conference venue
Christie’s Bistro (number 58 on the map): reception on the 7th of December
Manchester Museum (number 44 on the map): conference dinner on the 8th of December
Conference Wi-Fi: Conferences and Venues. Password is Manchester1824.
Directions to and around campus: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/maps/
The welcome reception on Thursday, the 7th of December, takes place from 6 pm until 8pm at Christie’s Bistro. It includes the opportunity to pick up the conference badge, a welcome drink and some finger food. For a substantial dinner the conference participants might consider:
The Laureat at Hyatt: https://www.hyattrestaurants.com/en/dining/uk/manchester/british-restaurant-in-manchester-oxford-road-the-laureate
Navarro Lounge: https://thelounges.co.uk/navarro/
Giorgio Restaurant: http://www.giorgiosmanchester.com/
Topkapi Palace: http://www.topkapipalace.co.uk/
Zouke: https://zoukteabar.co.uk/
For the poster presentations: the poster boards will accommodate the standard A0 portrait size poster. Please ensure that your display is no longer than 2.1m and no wider than 1.2m.
For further questions and enquires please email ec2conf2023@gmail.com.
By plane: Manchester airport is 25 minutes away from the conference venue (by taxi/Uber). Alternatively you can take a 20 minute train to Manchester Oxford Road or Manchester Piccadilly stations, both are about 25 minute walk away from the conference venue.
From London: Direct train London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly takes 2 hours. Piccadilly station is a 25 minute walk or a 5 minute drive away from the conference venue.
About Manchester: For more information on Manchester as a destination please log onto https://www.meetinmanchester.com/ ; here you will discover all things to do in Manchester - from events and attractions to fine dining and a great night out.
Download a digital version of the city centre map
For city transport information please see tfgm.com
Marketing Manchester Convention Bureau is the official accommodation provider for the 2023 (EC)^2 Conference.
All rooms are held on an on-line system, allowing you to book and secure your own accommodation using either pro-forma invoices or credit/debit card. If you require any assistance with your reservation, support is available via the Accommodation Booking Team.
To book accommodation for this event, please use the following link: https://book.passkey.com/e/50517144
Negotiated delegate rates will be available to book until the end of the day on 11th November 2023. So please book as soon as possible to guarantee a room. If you have any queries about the website, please contact Marketing Manchester Convention Bureau at abs@visitmanchester.com.
This service is provided for the convenience of participants.