Venue


The conference will take place at the Royal Geographical Society in the heart of South Kensington’s arts and science district.

The Society is one of London’s most charming and iconic venues. The Grade II* listed building combines unique character with modern facilities, and it is easily accessible from London mainline and Tube stations.

The Royal Geographical Society

1 Kensington Gore,
South Kensington,
London SW7 2AR

What are the easiest transport options?

Train: The Royal Geographical Society is around 10 minutes walk from South Kensington Tube (Piccadilly, District and Circle Lines). If you are coming on the mainline into Victoria, Paddington or Marylebone, it is around a half hour walk, and the bus routes 9, 52, 260 and 451 stop a few minutes from the venue at Exhibition Road/Royal Albert Hall. Use TFL Journey Planner or Google Maps.

Cycling: There are a number of public bicycle racks in the area, including one (capacity: 14) on the north side of the Society’s building. Find cycleways and bicycle racks

Santander Cycles: Several docking stations are within walking distance, the closest one on Kensington Gore outside the Royal College of Art. Visit Santander Cycles website  

Walking: There are many appealing and accessible streets and paths leading to the Society, including through Hyde Park Find footways to the Society

Driving: There is some local on-street parking, parking space in Hyde Park, and some commercial car parks exist nearby. Paid parking opportunities may be found on the Parkopedia website.