MMEG 2025 will take place at the Alan Walters Building on the University of Birmingham’s Edgbaston campus. We’ve included travel tips and accommodation suggestions below to help you plan your visit. If you have any questions ahead of the event, feel free to get in touch.
Alan Walters Building, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2SB
Accommodation Options
There are a multitude of accommodation options to consider. To make things a little easier, below are a couple of suggestions to suit your preferences and budget. Each option includes details about local transport links to help you choose the best place to stay.
Premium Accommodation
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Edgbaston Park Hotel Smart, modern hotel on the University of Birmingham campus. Local Transport Links: 5-min walk to the Alan Walters Building (MMEG 2025 conference venue). 5-min walk to University Birmingham station, and a further 7-mins on the train to Birmingham New Street station. Onsite parking available.
The hotel is holding a limited number of bedrooms at the preferential rate of £125 bed & breakfast for the night of Monday 15 December 2025. To book, please contact the hotel on 0121 414 8888 (option 1) or [email protected] quoting code "MMEG25". Please note, these rooms are held for a limited period so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Budget-Friendly Accommodation
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Travelodge Birmingham Central Newhall Street Simple and affordable with everything you need. Local Transport Links: 5-min walk from Indian Brewery & Taproom (MMEG 2025 dinner venue), and a 15-min walk to Birmingham New Street station. From there, its a 7-min train to University Birmingham station, and a futher 10-min walk to The Alan Walters Building (MMEG 2025 conference venue).
Travel Information
By train
The nearest station is University Birmingham station, located right on campus and a 5-min walk from the Alan Walters Building. Trains run frequently from Birmingham New Street station (journey time ~7 minutes). Birmingham New Street connects directly with London, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh and many other UK cities.
By bus
Several local buses stop near the University of Birmingham campus. Useful routes include the X21, X22, and 61/63, which all run from the city centre (New Street/Moor Street area) towards Selly Oak.
By taxi
Taxis from Birmingham New Street station to the Alan Walters Building take around 10–15 mins, depending on traffic. Uber and other ride-hailing services operate widely in the area.
By car
There is limited parking available on the University campus and it is not guaranteed. Attendees are encouraged to travel via public transport where possible. The nearest campus car park is North East Car Park (Pritchatts Road). Charges apply.
By air
Birmingham Airport is approximately 30 minutes away by train (via Birmingham International to Birmingham New Street, then change to University Station), or 30–45 minutes by taxi or car.
