Travel and Accomodation

Delegates should arrange their own travel and accommodation for the conference.

Delegates are requested to consider the impact of their travel on the environment and where possible choose low carbon options. Newcastle is well-served by train services across the country, with the main station located within the city centre and a short walk to accommodation options.

If you choose air travel, Newcastle International Airport (NCL) is a short 15-minute taxi or 25-minute Metro journey to the city centre.  The metro runs every 10 minutes from the airport and tickets cost £3.40.

The North Shields International Ferry Terminal is the north of England’s main sea link with Northern Europe. Throughout the year, DFDS operates frequent sailings to and from Amsterdam (Ijmuiden) in the Netherlands. https://www.dfdsseaways.co.uk/

Alternatively, the A1(M) passes through Newcastle making us easily accessible for delegates driving from the south of England, Scotland or the West Coast.

Newcastle is a compact centre with a range of travel options:

Nexus operates the Tyne and Wear Metro, a light rail system with stations located at the Central rail station and throughout the city centre. The nearest station to the conference building is Haymarket.  The locations of these stations are well publicised throughout the city and surrounding areas. Trains run up to every 10 minutes from 5am to midnight.

There are a number of bus services connecting all areas of the city including the QuayLink buses that offer a low-emission, high-frequency, accessible and easy-to-use service. Routes connect the attractions and sights of Newcastle Quayside and Gateshead Quays with Newcastle Central Station, Haymarket Bus Station (Newcastle University) and Gateshead Interchange.

Contactless payment are used on all transport systems within Newcastle.

For further information about travel within Newcastle click here to access the Nexus website.

There are lots of accommodation options in Newcastle that will suit a range of budgets, including hotels and hostels. Delegates should arrange their own accommodation for the duration of the conference. 

Note, the conference will be held in the Henry Daysh Building, located on the main Newcastle University campus within the city centre (see map below).