The conference will be held at the University of Leeds, UK. The School of Geography in Leeds is a key hub for developments in GIScience, first through the Centre for Computational Geography and later the Centre for Spatial Analysis and Policy. The University itself is on of the largest education institutions in the UK and a member of the prestigious Russel Group of research-intensive universities.

 

Leeds is roughly in the centre of Britain, with good rail and road connections across the country. The University address is: University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, UK. There are loads of things to do when you're visitting, for ideas have a look at our attractions page.

Details of how to get to the University by plane, road, and rail can be found here. If you fly into Manchester Airport, there is then a simple train link from the airport to Leeds. If you fly into Leeds/Bradford, there is a bus or you can get a taxi (there isn't a bus direct to the University, but buses from Stand 1 go to City Square (check specific buses), which is walking distance and near to the taxi rank by Leeds station). Car hire is available at both airports, though isn't needed unless you want to travel beyond the conference. The city is also around two hours train journey from London (although this can be quite expensive if not booked in advance). It is also simple to take a train from larger airports near London such as Heathrow or Gatwick.

Once in Leeds, the University is easy to find by walking, or by getting a taxi to The Parkinson Building, University of Leeds (map). The Parkinson Building is the large white clock tower that can be seen from most of the city.