Oxford established itself as a centre of academic excellence in the thirteenth century, with the founding of its first three colleges and academic Halls. The University is the oldest in the UK, and forms the heart of a fascinating city. As well as a priceless heritage, modern Oxford offers a wide range of entertainments and shopping options, and within a short distance lie the Cotswolds, Stratford-on-Avon, home of William Shakespeare, and Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

All scientific sessions will be held at St Catherine’s College, Manor Road, Oxford, UK.

St Catherine’s College founded in 1962, is one of Oxford’s newer colleges. Designed by Danish architect Arne Jacobsen, the College has a traditional layout in quadrangle style with gardens. Its situation and architecture make it a most successful conference venue.

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Travel

By air

There are several major airports within 90 minutes of Oxford: London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Birmingham and Luton. Regular coaches and trains connect the airports with the city.

If you have a choice, we would recommend that you fly to London Heathrow as this is the most convenient for Oxford.

Individual car transfers

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Telephone: +44 (0)1865 875900
Advance booking required – please mention that you are attending the Oxford bone meeting when making your booking.

Bus transfers
Heathrow
Please see the Oxford Bus Company for further details. Pick up the bus at the central bus station Bay 14 for terminals 1, 2 or 3, or Terminal 4 Bay 15.

Take the bus to Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford and a taxi from there to St Catherine’s College.
Fare - £18 one way, £20 return

Gatwick
Please see the Oxford Bus Company for further details. Pick up the bus at the South Terminal Upper Forecourt or North Terminal Bay 4.

Take the bus to Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford and a taxi from there to St Catherine’s College.
Fare - £22 one way, £29 return

For other detailed information about how to get to St Catherine's College rail, coach, car, or on foot, and a map please visit the college website.

Train transfer
(Heathrow Express) service from Heathrow to London Paddington station. Passengers will have to transfer to another train and buy separate tickets from London Paddington to Oxford. Taxis are available at Oxford railway station.

The rail and bus journeys between Heathrow and Oxford take around the same time, but rail is more expensive.

By train

There are regular train services to Oxford from all parts of the country and from continental Europe via the EuroTunnel.

By road

Oxford lies at the centre of a network of major roads and motorways. The M40 gives access to the West and Wales. There are regular bus and coach links, including all-night coaches to and from London. Journey time approximately 1 hour from London and from Birmingham.

Getting to St Catherine's College

For other detailed information about how to get to St Catherine's College rail, coach, car, or on foot, and a map please visit the college website.

Car parking

Some parking is available in the College car park.