CONFERENCE VENUE

The BCGB Conference will be held at the Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre

Address:

Edgbaston Park Hotel and Conference Centre

53 Edgbaston Park Road

Birmingham

B15 2RS

The Edgbaston Park Hotel is also suitable if you are looking for overnight accommodation. More information can be found on the Accommodation tab.

Please note: If you choose to stay at the Edgbaston Park Hotel, you will receive complimentary access to the UoB Sports & Fitness Centre, including the gym, classes and our state of the art swimming pool.

Photo of Fry Suite in Edgbaston Park Hotel

Things to do on Campus

On campus, the university offers a wide range of attractions for you to enjoy during your stay, all of which boast great history and culture.

Photo of the dinosaur in Lapworth Museum of Geology

Photo of an exhibition in the Lapworth Museum of Geology

Lapworth Museum of GeologyEnabling visitors to explore life over the past 3.5 billion years, the Lapworth Museum showcases exceptional objects from one of the UK’s most outstanding geological collections, with state-of-the-art galleries and a range of innovative and interactive exhibits - all completely free of charge. From rocks and fossils to volcanoes, earthquakes, and even dinosaurs, the Museum captures the imagination of all ages. Located within the Aston Webb A Block building - the building is marked as R4 on the campus map.

Opening Times:

Monday - Friday - 10:00 - 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 12:00 - 17:00

Admission Free

Winterbourne House and Garden

Restored to its Edwardian Arts and Craft splendour, Winterbourne House is a unique heritage attraction set within seven acres of beautiful botanic gardens. Winterbourne is a hidden gem, home to beautiful antiques and over 6,000 plant species from around the world. Wander along the woodland walk, stroll through the hazelnut tunnel, cross the 1930’s Japanese Bridge or simply soak up the tranquillity of this perfectly English Edwardian home. Located on Edgbaston Park Road, a few minutes’ walk from Edgbaston Park Hotel. Opening Times: 10:30am – 5.30pm,delegates are entitled to a 50% discount on the admission fee. The discounted price is £3.60.

University of Birmingham Blue Plaque and Sculpture Trails

There have been many influential achievements by brilliant men and women who have worked at the University of Birmingham since its earliest days. The Blue Plaques highlight these special achievements and celebrate those who have helped to shape our heritage as a research university. The Campus Sculpture Trail allows you to explore the range of styles, subjects and shapes of sculpture on the University’s Edgbaston campus. The Faraday Bronze Sculpture was commissioned to mark the centenary of the University of Birmingham’s Royal Charter, this is located near the train station.