Wills Hall, University of Bristol
Wills Hall (www.bris.ac.uk/Depts/Wills)
University of Bristol (www.bris.ac.uk)
Parrys Lane
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1AE
Tel: 0117 903 4371
(A brief history of Wills Hall)
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Bristol
Bristol is the largest city in the south west of England and third most popular destination in the UK. It boasts the famous Clifton Suspension Bridge designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and the city's history lies in its importance as a port and industrial centre.
Visit Bristol (www.visitbristol.co.uk)
Closely situated to Bristol is the Roman City of Bath
Bath Tourism Plus (www.visitbath.co.uk)
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Maps
(www.bris.ac.uk/university/maps)
Wills Hall location map
Bristol and its surrounding area
Bristol and its approach routes
Bristol city centre
Bristol and its location in the UK
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Travelling to Bristol and Wills Hall
By air
Bristol International Airport (www.bristolairport.co.uk) (tel: +44 (0)8707 335511) is situated 8 miles outside of Bristol city centre.
The Bristol International Flyer operates an express coach link between the airport and Bristol Temple Meads railway station and bus station (approximate journey time: 30 minutes, approximate cost: 6 return paid on board).
London Airports (www.baa.co.uk)
London Heathrow (tel: +44 (0)870 000 123)
London Gatwick (tel: +44 (0)870 000 2468)
London Stansted (tel: +44 (0)870 0000 303)
Attendees are advised to travel from London airports via National Express coach (www.nationalexpress.com) or train services, see the following links for details.
Heathrow Express (www.heathrowexpress.com)
Gatwick Express (www.gatwickexpress.co.uk)
Stansted Express (www.stanstedexpress.com)
thetrainline (www.thetrainline.com)
By train
Bristol has two mainline railway stations - Temple Meads and Parkway. Bristol Temple Meads is the nearest station to Wills Hall.
Information regarding train times and tickets can be found via National Rail Enquiries (www.nationalrail.co.uk or tel: +44 (0) 8457 48 49 50) or thetrainline (www.thetrainline.com)
By coach
National Express Coach Services run from throughout the UK to Bristol (Marlborough Street Bus Station)
See National Express (www.nationalexpress.com) or tel: +44 (0) 8705 143219 for details.
From Marlborough Street Bus Station you are advised to either catch a taxi or local bus (see below) to Wills Hall.
By car
Wills Hall driving directions (www.bris.ac.uk/Depts/Wills/directions.htm)
Free parking is available at Wills Hall - no permit required.
Please see the AA (www.theaa.com) or RAC (www.rac.co.uk) for further route advice.
By local bus
Bus numbers 1, 41, 42, and 54 run to and from the White Tree Roundabout at the top of Parry's Lane. See First Group buses (http://www.firstgroup.com/ukbus/southwest/bristol/home/index.php) for timetable information.
By taxi
Most firms provide a safe and reliable service but there are a lot of unlicensed and bogus mini-cabs around - so it is wise to remember these guidelines.
Hackney Carriages / 'black cabs' (identified by the 'TAXI' sign on the roof) can be easily flagged down from the pavement.
Private Car Hire Services (including mini-cabs) can only be booked in advance by telephone. Both types display official licence plates on the outside of the vehicle and all legitimate drivers carry identification cards. It is advisable never to get into a private hire car/mini-cab you have not ordered.
Please note that the above prices/fares are approximate examples and are therefore subject to change. Please confirm with the driver/company prior to travel.
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Registration
Registration is either online or via printable PDF.
Early registration deadline: 22 August 2005
Registration fees
Residential (includes 1 night accommodation (22 September) refreshments, lunches and Conference Dinner)
Biochemical Society Full Member 140
Student 110
Non Member 210
Non-residential (includes refreshments and lunches)
Biochemical Society Full Member 80
Student 50
Non Member 150
Late Fee (after 22 August 2005) 50
Information on becoming a Biochemical Society member and benefiting from reduced fees can be found at Biochemical Society Membership (www.biochemistry.org/membership)
Only those who register before 8 September will be included in the Meeting Attendee List.
At the meeting
The registration desk will be situated in the foyer of the Conference Centre, Wills Hall. Badges will be issued and must be worn for the duration of the conference. Please bring your email booking statement to the desk when you register so that we can provide your badge swiftly.
The registration desk will be open at the following times:
Thursday 22 September 12:00 - 18:00
Friday 23 September 08:00 - 14:00
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Poster abstract submission
Poster abstract submission is now closed.
Has my abstract been accepted?
After submitting your abstract you should have received a submission number, which will identify your abstract. If you did not receive a submission number then please email meetings@biochemistry.org immediately.
After 12 August, you will receive an email informing you whether your poster has been accepted.
Accepted poster abstracts will be available to view online approximately two weeks prior to the meeting.
Poster board size
2m high x 1m wide (portrait)
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Science programme
The most up to date science programme timetable is available here
At the meeting
All lectures will take place in the Conference Centre, Wills Hall.
Please note that the seating within the Conference Centre does not have writing rests so delegates are advised to bring something suitable to rest on.
Delegates will receive an attendee pack on registration at the meeting, which will include a programme and abstract book with the most up to date timetable for the meeting.
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Conference Dinner
Conference Dinner
Thursday 22 September
The Conference Dinner will take place at Ashton Court Mansion (www.ashtoncourtmansion.co.uk) which is located to the west of Bristol city centre.
Coaches will be provided for attendees departing from and returning to Wills Hall.
(A brief history of Ashton Court Mansion)
The Conference Dinner is included in registration residential packages.
Tickets are available to non-residential delegates for 30, please reserve when registering or contact registration@portland-services.com
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Refreshments
The registration package includes refreshments and lunch which will be served at Wills Hall.
Should you have any special dietary requirements please inform Portland Customer Services
(registration@portland-services.com) as changes to the menu cannot be made at the meeting.
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Trade Exhibition
STARLAB (UK)
Thermo Electron (formerly Kendro Laboratory Products)
Fisher Scientific U.K., Limited
Merck Biosciences Ltd
GRI BioEssentials
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Accommodation
All residential packages include accommodation for 1 night (22 September) at Wills Hall.
Full and non member residents will be staying in en suite accommodation.
Student residents will be staying in standard accommodation (shared shower, baths and toilets)
All rooms will be equipped with towels, soap and tea/coffee making facilities.
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Internet access
Further details to follow
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Other facilities
Sports facilities
Wills Hall has squash and tennis courts, a croquet lawn and billiard room for use by conference attendees.
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Disabled access
Disabled access is available. It would be helpful if you could inform the Meetings Office (meetings@biochemistry.org) in advance if you require any assistance during your stay.
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Student travel grants
The maximum grant available is 150 and includes:
Registration fees (up to 50)
Accommodation (up to 50)
Travel (up to a maximum of 50)
The following principles apply to application for a Student Travel Grant:
1. Students can apply for a Travel Grant if they are a member of the Biochemical Society by the poster abstract submission deadline (29 July 2005) and have submitted a poster abstract.
2. Students can only apply for one Student Travel Grant in a year.
3. Students are not eligible for a Student Travel Grant if they have already received funding from the General Travel Fund in that same year.
4. All student members of the Biochemical Society are entitled to apply for these Travel Grants and this entitlement will extend to Ph.D. graduates for two years after graduation and to foreign student members in respect of travel in the UK and Irish Republic.
How to apply:
A registration form for the Meeting should be completed and submitted to Portland Customer Services. Registration is either online or via printable PDF.
A copy of this form should also be sent to the Meetings Office along with the Student Travel Grant Application Form.
Grant applications received four weeks prior to the meeting will be available for collection at the meeting; however, you may apply for a grant at the Registration Desk, or up to four weeks after the meeting.
Subject to approval, applicants will receive a cheque for the appropriate amount. The maximum amount for travel expenses that will be reimbursed will be at the level of the current Young Persons Railcard fare. If the application does not use up the full amount of the Grant the balance cannot be transferred to another meeting.
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Refunds
Cancellations will be accepted in writing until 7 September 2005. However, after this date, neither full nor partial refunds can be given. Please note that refunds of less than 15 cannot be given.
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Confirmation email
All registered delegates will be sent a confirmation email to confirm registration details. This email should be checked carefully to ensure that all requirements are correct. In particular, the spelling of names and affiliations should be checked, as this information will be used to create badges.
Confirmation emails also act as a receipt, and contain venue maps and delegate information. Please bring a copy of the email with you to the conference.
PLEASE NOTE: As the confirmation email may be from an unrecognised email address (registrations@portland-services.com) your mailbox may filter it as spam.
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Official letters of invitation
Official letters of invitation, which are intended to assist with administrative arrangements in certain countries will only be issued when the individual has completed the following criteria:
1) Submitted an abstract which has been approved by the meeting scientific organizer for inclusion into the relevant meeting
2) Sent a letter from the head of their academic department on University headed paper saying why they need to attend the meeting in relation to their research
3) Registered and paid for the meeting
Such letters do not imply commitment of financial or other support by the organizers.
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Contact us
If you require any further information, please contact:
The Meetings Office
Biochemical Society
Third Floor
Eagle House
16 Procter Street
London
WC1V 6NX
Telephone (Meetings Office): 020 7280 4150
Telephone (Main Reception): 020 7280 4100
Fax: 020 7280 4167
Email : meetings@biochemistry.org
www.biochemistry.org
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