Location

The venue

A warm, modern venue nestled at Pollock Halls, right beside Holyrood Park and at the foot of Arthur's Seat. Quiet green space when you want to unwind, and quick access to Edinburgh's historic city centre when you want to explore.

Getting there

Just a short distance from Edinburgh Waverley station, with plenty of buses and taxis nearby. Edinburgh Airport connects smoothly into the city, making travel straightforward for participants coming from further afield.

Staying over

Comfortable on-site accommodation is available at The Scholar Hotel, plus plenty of nearby hotels, restaurants and places to walk and relax - all within a scenic setting that feels welcoming from the moment you arrive.

By plane

Direct flights from 150+ destinations. Edinburgh Airport is 6 miles from the city centre and is serviced by tram, bus or taxi.

By train

Edinburgh Waverley is less than 2 miles from JMCC with direct routes from cities across the UK. London is 4h 30 by train.

By bus

Edinburgh Bus Station is approximately 2 miles away. Lothian Buses run several routes with stops close to JMCC.

By tram

The Edinburgh tram runs between the airport and city centre. Nearest stop is St Andrew Square, approximately 1.5 miles from JMCC.

By taxi

Black cabs, private hire and Uber are all available. From Princes Street approximately 10 minutes. From the airport approximately 35 minutes.

By car

Limited free parking is available on site on a first-come first-served basis, including EV chargers. Six Park and Ride services run frequent journeys into the city centre.

The Scholar Hotel

4 Star - On site at Pollock Halls

The most convenient option - right on the same campus as the conference centre. Use code DIRECT or EVENT when booking for a discounted rate. Subject to availability.

Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre Royal Mile

City centre - Royal Mile

A well-priced option in a great central location on the Royal Mile. If you are coming with a team and need 10 or more rooms, Premier Inn offer a group booking service.

Hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Royal Mile

City centre - Royal Mile

A compact, modern option on the Royal Mile at a competitive price. Ideal if you want to be right in the heart of the city.

Stay for the weekend

The conference finishes on Friday afternoon - perfect timing for Halloween weekend in Edinburgh. If you can stay on, the Samhuinn Fire Festival takes place on 31 October and is not to be missed.

Ghost walks, traditional ceilidhs, great whisky and one of the world's most atmospheric cities at its most dramatic time of year.

London

4h 30 by train
1h 20 by flight

Paris

1h 40 flight
direct connections

Amsterdam

1h 30 flight
direct routes

Berlin

2h flight
easy connections

Dublin

1h flight
direct routes

By ferry

Overnight routes
from continental Europe

Across Europe

Direct flights from major cities plus rail connections

John McIntyre Conference Centre

Pollock Halls
18 Holyrood Park Road
Edinburgh
EH16 5AY
Scotland