International Travel & Visas
We do not envisage any issues in obtaining visas to the UK for attending a scientific meeting. However, Heriot-Watt University has previously supplied scanned, stamped or physical copies of letters to delegates when required to obtain visas for previous meetings.
If you require a letter to obtain a visa for this meeting, please contact us at jccc2027@hw.ac.uk, or fill out this form:
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The John McIntyre Conference Centre
The John McIntyre Conference Centre is located at the foot of Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano central to the city of Edinburgh.
The main room of the conference centre can be configured to be a large 300 seat conference room, or split into two rooms for workshops or parallel sessions.
Alongside conference functionalities, the conference centre contains four meeting rooms, two executive boardrooms, a lounge and a bar.
Accommodation in Edinburgh
The John McIntyre Conference Centre has many rooms on site (Pollock Halls, Chancellor’s Court, Holland House) that are available in July that can be held for use by JCCC 2027 delegates.
- Campus accommodation, £65 (shared facilities) to £110 (ensuite) per night
- 108 higher end rooms are available on site for £180 to £260 per night
The University of Edinburgh also has two hotels that are approximately a 10 minute walk away from the conference venue.
- KM Hotel, 43 rooms from £160 per night
- KM apartments, 33 apartments from £160 per night
There are many other hotels and accommodation options within the city centre, which is a very short distance from the conference centre.
Activities and Sightseeing in Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle
An iconic and medieval part of Edinburgh’s skyline, tours can be booked in advance online.
The Royal Mile
A photogenic tourist hotspot, plenty of attractions and tours can be found on this stretch.
Holyrood Palace
Full of all different kinds of history, with tours and other experiences available to book online.
The Port of Leith Distillery
A unique distillery in the north of Edinburgh, with tours available to book online.
Johnnie Walker Experience
A must-do for whisky lovers, you will be able to take part in whisky tastings and cocktail making here.
Mary King’s Close
Explore a preserved 17th century underground street with a tour and ghost stories along the way.
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