Venue
The 2016 SRF Annual Conference will take place at the University of Winchester, UK.
University of Winchester
King Alfred Campus
Sparkford Road
Winchester, SO22 4NR
Scientific Sessions will take place in the Stripe Building.
Location
The historic, vibrant city of Winchester was England’s ancient capital and the seat of Alfred the Great. Located in the South of England, just an hour south-west of London, Winchester is packed with historic buildings, monuments and museums including The Guildhall and magnificent Cathedral. The city, surrounded by the South Downs National Park is also home to award-winning pubs, restaurants and an abundance of independent shops.
General information for travelling to Winchester
By rail: just an hour by direct train from London Waterloo, Winchester is also on direct routes from Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, Weymouth, Birmingham and the north of England. Visit www.nationalrail.co.uk for routes and timetables. The University is a 15 minute walk from the station.
By road: conveniently located just off Junctions 9, 10 and 11 of the M3. Also accessible via the A34 from Newbury and Oxford.
By air:
Southampton International Airport is the closest airport to Winchester. Trains run directly from Southampton Airport Parkway station to Winchester station (journey time approximately 10 minutes). For train times and full details visit www.nationalrail.co.uk. Taxis from Southampton Airport directly to the University of Winchester cost approximately £25.00.
Click here for details of how to reach the University by foot from Winchester station. Taxis from the station cost approximately £5.
From London Heathrow the easiest and most affordable way to reach Winchester is by National Express coach from Heathrow Bus Station. Journey times vary between 1hr 30 mins– 2 hrs. Pre-booking is advisable. For full details visit www.nationalexpress.com
Click here for details of how to reach the University of Winchester from the coach drop off point.
From London Gatwick transfer to Winchester by train is recommended. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction station. Change at Clapham Junction for trains to Winchester. Journey times vary between 1hr 30 mins and 2 hrs. For train times and full details visit www.nationalrail.co.uk
Click here for details of how to reach the University by foot from Winchester station. Taxis from the station cost approximately £5.
By coach: National Express operate regular coach services to London, Heathrow and Oxford.
