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SCCS 2011 will be held at the Stripe Theatre, part of the University of Winchester in the historic cathedral city of Winchester.
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Welcome drinks will be provided on the first evening. It is recommended that you plan your journey with this in mind.
The King Alfred Campus is a fifteen minute walk from the train station or a ten minute taxi ride. A Park and Ride is available for those travelling by car.
Directions to the King Alfred Campus.
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More information will follow shortly.
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SCCS 2011 will be held in the award winning Stripe Theatre, a state-of-the-art lecture theatre complex on the King Alfred Campus of the University of Winchester. It is only a short 5 minute walk away from the recommended conference accommodation, and 15 minutes from the centre of Winchester.
The Stripe Theatre venue is marked clearly on this map of the King Alfred Campus, which also indicates the location of the Queen's Road Student Village, the conference accommodation. More information can be found at DesignEngine.
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The conference accommodation lodgings are in the purpose-built Queen's Road Student Village, adjacent to the King Alfred Campus of the University of Winchester. It contains 400 ensuite bedrooms and provides shared kitchen facilities.
- Designated quiet areas.
- Designated non-smoking.
- 24 hour First Aid trained Site Security, CCTV and Police Liaison.
- Shared kitchen facilities.
- Relaxed community atmosphere.
- Unlimited internet access.
- Brand new furniture and fittings in all bedrooms (from 2010).
There are rooms available with adapted facilities for wheenchair users and the hearing impaired.
The Queen's Road accommodation is marked clearly on this map of the King Alfred Campus, which also indicates the location of The Stripe, the conference venue. More information can be found at Queen's Road Student Village.
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The historic cathedral city of Winchester boasts many landmarks and attractions. Among them are:
- Winchester Cathedral:
One of the largest cathedrals in England, Winchester Cathedral was originally founded in 642AD and the current building dates from 1079AD. The cathedral houses the grave of Jane Austen and was used as a film set for The Da Vinci Code.
- The Great Hall at Winchester Castle:
The Great Hall, built between 1222AD and 1235AD, is the most well-preserved portion of Winchester Castle. The hall houses an imitation of King Arthur's round table constructed in 1275AD.
- Wolvesley Castle (Old Bishop's Palace):
Originally constructed in the 11th century as a Norman keep, this ruined castle was later the residence of the Bishop of Winchester.
- St Giles Hill:
Just south of the river, a short walk up St Giles Hill provides good views of Winchester city centre.
- St. Catherine's Hill Wildlife Reserve:
A slightly longer walk along the river leads to St. Catherine's Hill, the site of an ancient hill fort, featuring views of the surrounding downs, a variety of wildlife and a medieval labyrinth.
- Winchester City Mill:
Originally built in 1744, the Winchester City Mill has recently been restored to working order and can be viewed milling flour by water power.
- Winchester College:
Founded in 1382, Winchester College is one of the oldest continuously running schools in England. The medieval college buildings, including a Gothic chapel and cloister can be viewed on guided tours.
- Winchester City Museum:
The City Museum tells the story of Winchester through display of its extensive archaeological and local history collections.
- City Walks:
There are a number of self-guided walks and tours around Winchester's historic city centre.
For further tourist information, including a list of museums events and exhibitions taking place in and around Winchester, see VisitWinchester.
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Winchester is conveniently located for visting a number of cities and attractions in the South of England. A small selection are given below:
For further tourist information about visiting Hampshire see VisitHampshire.
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Winchester has a wide variety of pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. Here is a small selection:
Pubs
- The Albion
(2 Stockbridge Rd, SO23 7BZ)
- The Black Boy
(1 Wharf Hill, SO23 9NQ)
- Blonde Beer Cafe
(5 Bridge Street, SO23 0HN)
- County Arms
(85 Romsey Road, SO22 5DL)
- The Crown & Anchor
(168 High St, SO23 9BA)
- The Eclipse
(25 The Square, SO23 9EX)
- The Exchange
(9 Southgate St, SO23 9DZ)
- Fulflood Arms
(28 Cheriton Road, SO22 5EF)
- Green's Wine Bar
(4 Jewry St, SO23 8RZ)
- Hyde Tavern
(57 Hyde Street, SO23 7DY)
- The King Alfred
(11 Saxon Road, SO23 7DJ)
- The North Walls
(71 N Walls, SO23 8DA)
- The Old Market Inn
(34 The Square, SO23 9EX)
- Railway Inn
(3 St Paul's Hill, SO22 5AE)
- The Roebuck Inn
(57 Stockbridge Rd, SO22 6RP)
- Royal Oak
(Royal Oak Passage, SO23 9AU)
- St. James Tavern
(3 Romsey Road, SO22 5BE)
Cafes
- The Bridge Patisserie
(20 Bridge St, SO23 9BH,
01962 890767)
- Cafe Centro
(52 St. Georges St, SO23 8AH,
01962 866668)
- Cafe Monde
(22 The Sq, SO23 9EX,
01962 877177)
- Cafe Nero
(107 High St, SO23 9AH,
01962 868889)
- The Forte Tearooms
(78 Parchment St, SO23 8AT,
01962 856840)
Restaurants
- Alcatraz Brasserie
(24-24a Jewry St, SO23 8SB,
01962 860047)
- Ask Pizza
(101 High St, SO23 9AH,
01962 849464)
- Bishop On The Bridge
(1 High St, SO23 9JX,
01962 855111)
- Brasserie Blanc
(20 Jewry St, SO23 8RZ,
01962 810870)
- Cafe De Paris
(5 Jewry St, SO23 8RZ,
01962 860006)
- Cathedral Refectory
(The Close, SO23 9LS)
- Charles House Fusion
(12 Upper High St, SO23 8UT,
01962 820288)
- Dim T Restaurant
(9 Jewry St, SO23 8RZ,
01962 843000)
- Gourmet Pizza
(21 The Sq, SO23 9EX,
01962 842553)
- Gurkha Chef
(17 City Rd, SO23 8SD,
01962 842843)
- Hotel Du-Vin & Bistro
(14 Southgate St, SO23 9EF,
01962 841414)
- La Place Bistro & Froggies Bar
(9 Great Minster Street, SO23 9HA,
01962 864 004)
- Loch Fyne
(18-19 Jewry St, SO23 8RZ,
01962 872930)
- Los Amigos
(72-74 St. Georges St, SO23 8AH,
01962 869966)
- Mister So
(3 Jewry St, SO23 8RZ,
01962 861234)
- The Old Vine
(8 Great Minster Street, SO23 9HA,
01962 854 616)
- Rimjhim Indian Restaurant
(1-3 City Rd, SO23 8SD,
01962 868352)
- The Tiffin Club
(2 Romsey Rd, SO23 8TP,
01962 820222)
- The Wykeham Arms
(75 Kingsgate St, SO23 9PE.
01962 853834)
Further information on dining in Winchester can be found at VisitWinchester.
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