Edinburgh University
Edinburgh First
The University of Edinburgh
18 Holyrood Park Road
Edinburgh, Scotland
EH16 5AY

Phone: 0131 651 2189

Venue information

Edinburgh is a beautiful, historic city bounded by seven hills and open sea. The Old and New Towns are both designated World Heritage Centres.

Edinburgh effortlessly combines heritage with modern living. You'll experience world-class museums, galleries and theatre alongside award-winning restaurants, bars and shopping. This inspiring capital of Scotland balances it all, creating an unrivalled destination for a memorable event.

A vibrant, modern and dynamic capital city, Edinburgh is bursting with life, enterprise and culture. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Edinburgh's historic and contemporary architecture creates breathtaking vistas, no matter where you are in the city.

Pollock Halls is the conference and accommodation venue, which is part of Edinburgh First belonging to  Edinburgh University. The Halls lie within the shadow of Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh's ancient volcano, and close to the Royal Mile, Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

For related tourist information about Edinburgh please visit Edinburgh Tourist Information   

Directions

By car: 

Edinburgh is easily accessible from the motorway network (M8, M9 and M90).  As you approach Edinburgh take the City by-pass (A720). Exit at Sheriffhall Roundabout, take the A7 and head for the city centre.  Stay on the A7 which becomes Dalkeith Road.  Turn right at the Royal Commonwealth Pool onto Holyrood Park Road (approximately 4 miles) and the entrance to Pollock Halls is approximately 200m on the right. The University of Edinburgh is situated approximately three miles south of the city centre.  Parking is available at the halls of residence on a first come first served basis. 

Car Sharing:

If you are interested in travelling with others in order to reduce costs and fuel emissions or just for the company we are happy to try and match you with other delegates in order to car share to the conference.

Please contact Tina Usherwood at t.usherwood@bangor.ac.uk and state where you are coming from, what dates and whether you would be willing to drive or need a lift.

Car Parking:

Parking is available at the halls of residence on a first come first served basis. 

By rail:

Edinburgh Waverley Station is served by Scotrail, GNER and Virgin trains offering services throughout Scotland, London, Birmingham and other major cities.  For timetable details please visit  National rail enquiries .  The University is 20-30 minutes walk from the railway station and the taxi fare is between £4-6 (depending on traffic).

By air:

Edinburgh International Aiport  has direct flights throughout the UK, Europe and beyond. The airport is approximately 7 miles from the University campus and is linked to the city centre by the 100 bus service.  The journey from the airport to the city centre will take approximately 25 minutes.  The 100 bus runs frequently, for further information on fares and timetables please visit http://www.lothianbuses.co.uk/airlink/timetables.html The 100 terminates at Waverley Bridge, which is just outside Edinburgh Waverley Train Station.

Road Maps: 

RAC Route planner: www.rac.co.uk/web/routeplanner

AA Route planner: www.theaa.com/travelwatch/planner

Bed & breakfast after conference:

If you would like to extend your stay at the university after the conference please contact the bed and breakfast team at the univeristy.  They can be reached on 0131 651 2007 or bed.breakfast@ed.ac.uk . If you let them know that you will be staying at the university in Holland House as part of the conference, they will try to arrange for you to remain in the same room throughout your stay. Please note however that this can not be guaranteed.