East Midlands Conference Centre
Beeston Lane
The University of Nottingham
NG7 2RJ
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Useful directions and information
By bus
There are a number of bus services running from Nottingham to University Park Campus. The closest bus stop (UN17) is “Wollaton Park Gates” on the A52. Bus numbers 21, 35, 35B, 36 Y5 and i4 stop here. There is a pedestrian route through from this bus stop directly into the University Campus. It joins Beeston Lane. Turn right on Beeston Lane and follow the road to the Conference Centre. Bus route 21, Y5 and i4 go from Market Square / Friar Lane in the middle of Nottingham (bus stops F2, B1 and F3). Please see the bus services page for further information.
By train
The nearest train stations are located in Nottingham City Centre or Beeston. Taxis and buses are available at both stations.
By tram
If you are coming to University Park Campus from Nottingham Train Station, you can now hop on a tram which is accessible by the walkway leading from the station. Tickets must be purchased before boarding. Follow the signs to the trams (NET), and get on a tram headed towards Toton Lane (green line). The closet stop is “University Boulevard”. Cross the dual carriage way that the tram has been following (there are pedestrian crossing points), turn left and follow the pavement around the outside of railings around the University Park, towards the roundabout ahead. At the roundabout, enter Nottingham University Campus at the West Entrance and follow the road round (it bends left, then right) to the Conference Centre, which is about 800m on the right.
From East Midlands Airport
Take the Skylink (EMA–Long Eaton-Nottingham route) and get off at “Paddling Pool” stop. This is at the corner of University Park close to the “University Boulevard” tram stop. Follow the railings round to the West Entrance to University Park, then follow the road round to the Conference Centre, which is about 800m on the right.
You can also walk to the taxi rank on the terminal forecourt and take a direct taxi to the University. The cost of a single/one way journey is approximately £20.
Arrival by car
From the M1, leave at junction 25. Take the A52 towards Nottingham. At the third roundabout, with a BP garage, go right onto Woodside Road. At the next roundabout, turn left into Nottingham University Campus (West Entrance). Follow the road (it bends left, then right) for about 800m. The conference centre is on your right. Go through barriers. An access code for exit is available at Orchard Hotel or the conference centre reception.
From campus to campus
The University provides a free Hopper Bus service which runs from University Park Campus to Jubilee Campus, Sutton Bonington Campus, King's Meadow Campus and Royal Derby Hospital Centre.