CONFEST 2026

Getting around

Walking

The University of Liverpool campus (Central Teaching Hub) is within easy walking distance of the city centre, Lime Street Station, and many nearby hotels. A walk from the conference venue to the ferry terminal for the dinner on Thursday will not take more than 30 mins.

Buses

Local buses connect the city and campus. All buses accept contactless payment when boarding.

Flat fare: £2 per journey

Bike & e-scooter

Bolt bikes and e-scooters are available across the city and provide a quick way to travel short distances between the centre and campus.

Bolt in Liverpool

Main Venues

Central Teaching Hub

Hosts:

  • All talks (conferences and workshops)
  • Lunches
  • Coffee breaks

Map links:

Central Teaching Hub

Spaces at the Spine

Hosts: Welcome reception (Tuesday)

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Spaces at the Spine

Mersey Ferry Terminal

Hosts: Dinner and Cruise (Thursday)

Boarding instructions for the Social Cruise will be made available closer to the event.

Map links:

Mersey Ferry

Sport Centre

Hosts: Football (Friday)

Map links:

Sport Centre

On Campus Accommodation

Crown place accommodation is directly adjacent to the talks venue.

For more information see our accommodation page.

Map links:

Crown Place