Banner for the Spermatology 2026 Conference, Outline of Univery of Birmingham Campus, XVth International Symposium, Hosted by University of Birmingham, Wednesday 29 July - Sunday 2 August 2026

Conference Venue

Photo of Aston Webb at the University of Birmingham with text boxes

The Great Hall & The Bramall

Address: 
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham, B15 2TT

The conference will be held at the University of Birmingham, in The Great Hall and The Bramall.

Founded in 1900, the University of Birmingham was the UK’s first civic university, where students from all religions and backgrounds were accepted on an equal basis. Today, it continues in the same innovative spirit as a World Top 100 University and a leading research institution.

Photo of a panel discussion in the Great Hall
Photo of the Bramall Concert Hall seating
Photo of a conference dinner in the Great Hall

Campus Map

Photo of University of Birmingham Campus Map

  1. Edgbaston Park Hotel & Conference Centre
  2. University Train Station
  3. Athletics Track
  4. UB Sport and Fitness
  5. Great Hall
  6. The Bramall Building
  7. The Teaching and Learning Building
  8. School of Sport, Exercise & Rehabilitation Science
  9. Lapworth Museum of Geology
  10. The Barber Institute of Fine Arts
  11. Winterbourne House & Garden
  12. Green Heart
  13. Athletes' Village
  14. Bournbrook Accommodation and Pavillion
  15. Peter Scott House
  16. Bournbrook 3G Pitch
  17. Hockey Pitches
  18. Tennis/ Netball Courts
  19. Metchley Grass Pitches
  20. Brooks' Sports Bar & Kitchen
  21. The Vale Village
  22. Chamberlain

The Great Hall and The Bramall are also marked R6 and R12 in the red zone on the campus map.

What 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.

Lapworth Museum of Geology

Enabling 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.

                            Photo of dinosaur in the Lapworth Museum
       Photo of exhibit in Lapworth Museum


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.

                            Photo of Winterbourne House building
       Photo of gardens and bridge at Winterbourne House


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.

                            Photo of a sculpture made by Sir Eduardo Paolozzi of Faraday in 2000 to mark the centenary of the University of Birmingham’s Royal Charter.
       Photo of Sir Norman Haworth's Blue Plaque

As part of the organisation of this conference, the University of Birmingham is collecting income via registration fees and sponsorships on behalf of the Spermatology 2026 organising committee.

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