Joining Instructions

International Student Leaders Conference

Monday 12 November 2018

Venue and arrival

Name and address of venue:

British Council, 10 Spring Gardens St James’ SW1A 2BN

What time does registration start?

09:30

Where should I go when I arrive?

Please make your way to the registration desk.

Are meals and refreshments provided?

Tea, coffee, and lunch will be provided

What time will the event finish?

16:00 16:00-19:00 Networking Reception

Do I need to bring anything with me?

Materials to take notes. You may find a mobile device useful.

What should I do if I have a problem?

Before the event please contact [email protected] . On the day NUS staff will be around to assist with any queries.

Wi-Fi Code?

Wi-fi is available at the venue. Logins and password will be provided on the day.

Where can I store my luggage?

Please keep your luggage with you during the event.

Accommodation?

Accommodation is not provided as part of this event. If you require accommodation the night before the closest hotel is: The Grand at Hotel, 8 , London, WC2N 5BY. Tel: 020 7839 8877. Website: www.thegrandattrafalgarsquare.com Please contact them directly to book your stay. Cheaper hotels may be available further away from the venue.

What about Breakfast and Dinner?

Breakfast and Dinner are not included as part of this event. Lunch is provided as part of the delegate package. There are plenty of places around London within walking distance:

Breakfast: There are a number of establishments within walking distance from the British Council.

Caffe Nero Tesco Express 60-61 Trafalgar Square, St James’s, WC2N 5DS 1-4 Road, Westminster Coffee chain and pastries SW1A 2DR

Pret A Manger 62-65 Trafalgar Square, St James’s, WC2N 5DS Ready-made sandwiches, breakfast and coffee

Dinner: There are a number of restaurants within walking distance from the British Council.

The Admiralty Thai Square 66 Trafalgar Square, St James’s, WC2N 5DS 21-24 Cockspur Street, St James’s, SW2Y 5BN British pub food Thai

Garfunkel’s McDonald’s 25-34 Cockspur Street, St James’s, SW2Y 5BN 45-47 , Westminster, SW1A 2BX British food/pizzas/burgers (also serve breakfast) Fast-food (also serve breakfast)

Travel and Directions

Additional travel information can be obtained from the following:

Websites

www.thetrainline.co.uk www.qjump.co.uk www.streetmap.co.uk

www.nationalexpress.co.uk www.tfl.gov.uk www.nationalrail.co.uk

Telephone

National Rail enquiries: 08457 48 49 50

National Bus enquiries: 0870 608 2608

National Express Coaches: 0990 808 080

Nearest Train Station

Charing Cross Station – only a 5-10 minute walk

Nearest Tube Station

Charing Cross or Embankment

Accessible Car Parking

Accessible car parking is available underneath the venue. Please book this in advance, directly with the venue. Please email: [email protected] with your car registration number, and the date and time of your visit.

Walking Directions from Charing Cross:

Walking Directions from Embankment: