Practical Information - #BSNBradford2025

We're looking forward to welcoming you to the 2025 BSN Annual Meeting highlighting the latest neuroendocrinology research with a strong focus on our early-career researchers.

About Bradford

Bradford District is a city steeped in heritage and brimming with culture. It has one of the youngest populations of any city in Europe and is City of Culture for 2025. A city made famous by its wool trade, Bradford now leads the way as a UNESCO City of Film, is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts a number of world class visitor attractions. It’s a city of contrast, with beautiful moorlands and picturesque towns and villages such as Haworth, Saltaire and Ilkley sitting alongside a modern, multicultural city centre. Visit Bradford and enjoy the perfect combination of incredible architecture, stunning scenery, magical museums and a packed calendar of cultural events.

Explore Bradford District

Bradford 2025 City of Culture

Bradford 2025 is taking place throughout Bradford District, which covers 141 square miles across West Yorkshire. It features performances, exhibitions, events and activities inspired by the extraordinary variety of this landscape, from the city’s historic centre to the breathtaking countryside that surrounds it. It pays homage to Bradford’s potent heritage as a former industrial powerhouse but most of all it celebrates the people of Bradford, from local artists and creative organisations to the diverse communities who call Bradford home.

Conference Venue

University of Bradford, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1DP, UK

Getting here

We're excited to welcome you! To make your travel planning as easy as possible, we've compiled this guide with comprehensive information on how to get here. Whether you're traveling by car, plane, train, or other means, you'll find everything you need to know below.

By Rail

Bradford is served by two central train stations; Bradford Interchange and Bradford Forster Square which connect with intercity services to London, Manchester and further afield.

There are local services throughout the district with Ilkley, Keighley, Shipley, Saltaire and Bingley stations.

For National Rail Enquiries telephone 0845 748 4950

Check UK train times in an instant at the Trainline with the simple Journey Planner.


By Coach

National Express bus enquiries telephone 08717 818178.


By Road

The M606, brings you within 1.5 miles of the city centre and links with the M1, A1 and M6 via the M62. Once in the city all main destinations are easily accessible.

If you are travelling from the south, east or west of Bradford, the most convenient route is M62 and the M606.

If you are arriving from the north-west the A629/A650 via Skipton and Keighley. From the north-east the A1 or A19, reach Bradford via the A59/A658 south of Harrogate.

The Bradford Clean Air Zone has been live since September 2022 and is operating to improve air quality in the district by deterring the most polluting vehicles from entering the zone.

  • Passenger cars and motorbikes will NOT be charged, it doesn’t matter where you live.
  • Check your vehicle to find out if you will need to pay in the Government's Drive in a clean air zone website.

By Air

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is seven miles from Bradford and is one of the fastest growing regional airports in the UK.

Staying Here

Looking for accommodation near #BSNBradford2025? This list features hotels conveniently located in the vicinity, making it easy to access our meeting as well as other local attractions.

Midland Hotel Bradford

The Midland Hotel is a beautiful 3* City Centre Hotel, The Hotel was built between 1885 and 1890 by the Midland Railway company.


Great Victoria Hotel

Built in 1867 and originally a grand railway hotel, the hotel is a landmark Victorian building, centrally located opposite Bradford Interchange bus and train station.


Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre

The Holiday Inn Express Bradford City Centre is located within the Leisure Exchange - a restaurant and leisure complex. All 120 guestrooms offer Free WiFi high speed internet access and our rate now includes a complimentary hot breakfast.


The Cambridge Hotel Bradford Central

Discover comfort and convenience at the Cambridge Hotel Bradford Central, nestled in the heart of Bradford


More options can be found at Visit Bradford


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