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Venue

Location

 

EMC & CI 2026 will be held at Holiday Inn Oxford, Peartree Roundabout, Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 8JD, United Kingdom.

 

Conveniently located just off the A34, the Holiday Inn Oxford offers an ideal balance of accessibility and tranquillity for our event. Only three miles from Oxford’s vibrant city centre, it provides effortless access to the city’s renowned academic, cultural and historic landmarks.

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The below room plan illustrates the full layout of the event, highlighting the conference rooms (Murdoch Suite and Tolkein Suite in blue), the training and conference space (Hawking Suite in green), and the designated exhibition and break areas (Radcliffe Suite and Christie Room in red).

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Getting to the venue

 

Holiday Inn Oxford is conveniently located just off the Peartree Roundabout on the A34, offering excellent transport links from major airports, train stations, and local transport hubs. Below you’ll find guidance on how to reach the venue by car, bus, taxi, and alternative modes of transport:

 

Main airports

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

By Car: Take the M4 westbound to the A404(M) and then join the M40 northbound. Exit at Junction 9 and follow signs for Oxford (A34). The hotel is located just off the Peartree Roundabout. Approx. travel time: 60–80 minutes.

 

By Coach: The Oxford Bus Company runs frequent coaches from Heathrow Terminals 2/3/5 to Oxford City Centre, where you can then get the 300 bus or Stagecoach S3 to Peartree just short walk from the hotel. (Bus Timetable)

 

By Train: Take the Heathrow Express to London Paddington, then transfer to a train to Oxford or Oxford Parkway Railway Station. Continue by taxi or local bus to the hotel.

 

All Routes (Heathrow)

 

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

By Car: Follow the M23 north to the M25, then merge onto the M40 northbound to Oxford (Junction 9). Follow the A34 to Peartree Roundabout.

 

By Coach: The Oxford Bus Company runs frequent coaches from Gatwick to Oxford City Centre, where you can then get the 300 bus or Stagecoach S3 to Peartree just short walk from the hotel. (Bus Timetable)

 

By Train: Travel from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria or London Bridge, transfer to the Underground, and take a train to Oxford Railway Station.

 

All Routes (Gatwick)

 

Birmingham Airport

If you're arriving via Birmingham Airport, regular train services run to Oxford Parkway and Oxford Railway Station, from which a short taxi ride or the 300 bus will bring you directly to the Pear Tree area.

 

All Routes (Birmingham)

 

 

Train station

Oxford Railway Station (OXF)

By Car/Taxi: Taxis and ride-hailing services are readily available outside the station. Approx. travel time: 10–15 minutes.

 

By Bus: Local services including the Park & Ride 300 operate from the city centre towards the Peartree area. Disembark at the Peartree stop, a short walk from the hotel.

Timetable: https://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/services/OXBC/300

 

From the train station to the venue

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xN3S5dGf7yyFkYuYA

 

Oxford Parkway Station

By Car/Taxi: The hotel is approximately 5 minutes away by taxi.

By Bus: Regular services connect Oxford Parkway with the Peartree interchange.

 

From the train station to the venue

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/duuqxfi93scCesQ38

 

 

By Bus

Park & Ride – Peartree (300 Service)

One of Oxford’s main Park & Ride hubs is adjacent to the hotel, offering frequent services to and from the city centre.

 

Car

The hotel is easily accessible from the A34, M40 (J9) and Oxford ring road.

On arrival at the Peartree Roundabout, follow signs for Holiday Inn Oxford.

On-site parking is available for guests; please check the hotel website for any parking arrangements or charges.

 

Alternative Modes of Transport

Cycling

Oxford is a bike-friendly city with dedicated cycle lanes leading towards the Peartree area. Bike racks are available at the hotel.

 

Walking

From the Peartree Park & Ride or Oxford Parkway, the hotel is accessible via a short pedestrian route.

 

Rideshare & Taxis

Uber, local taxi firms, and app-based rideshare services operate throughout Oxford and provide fast, convenient travel to the hotel.

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