Venue & Accommodation

Location

By car

ICC Wales is conveniently located just off Junction 24 of the M4 motorway, offering excellent accessibility for delegates.

By train

Newport Station is a key transport hub, with direct rail connections to major cities, including a swift 93-minute journey from London. Once you arrive in Newport, ICC Wales is just a short 12-minute drive away, providing a seamless transition from train to venue.

BSACI are putting on coaches from the train station to the ICC Wales (conference venue) on the first and last day of the event. There will also be coaches from the Welcome Event back to hotels on Thursday evening and coaches to and from the Gala Dinner on the Friday evening.

Coach Transfers

Complimentary coach transfers will be available during the conference for the following journeys.

Notes:

• Please note that the coaches will depart promptly at the times listed above
• Pick up points will be from outside the hotel main entrances and outside the main entrance to the ICC
• 1 x 53 seater coach will be available for each journey except;
• *2 x 53 seat coaches will be available at 13:45 and 14:00
• Seats are not pre bookable and operate on a first come first served basis

Accommodation

The location provides access to over 1,000 nearby hotel rooms, allowing you to focus on the conference and explore the beautiful surrounding area during your visit. There are a number of accommodation options on the resort and BSACI have negotiated special rates with the following hotels:

• Ty Newport
• Coldra Court
• Ty Magor – (just off junction 23A of the M4, 5 miles from Celtic Manor)

Please click on the link below to take advantage of the preferred negotiated rates.
Alternatively click on the ‘Search other hotels’ for a variety of hotels in the area for all budgets.

If you would like to book rooms at the Celtic Manor Hotel or other on site or local hotels please click on the link below. Here you will find a selection of hotels to meet all budgets.

Parking

ICC Wales has a large underground car park with 700 spaces, with EV charging points and blue badge parking. Pricing can be found on this page, and if you wish to pre-book your parking, they have provided a booking and payment link: https://iccwales.celtic-collection-events.com/parking/order/

The hotels also have car parks available, and more information and pricing can be found on the following pages:

Ty Newport and Ty Magor: https://www.ty-hotels.com/home/about-your-stay/

Celtic Manor Resort and Manor Hotel, (car parking rates can be found further down the page): https://www.celtic-manor.com/home/find-us/

Accessibility

The venue is fully accessible with step-free access, including access to the Auditorium stage with removable seats in the Auditorium to house up to 32 wheelchairs. Digital signage provides sustainable and read easy-to-read signage throughout the venue and there are hearing loops.

The venue provides delegates comfort with a dedicated quiet space, a multi-faith room and outdoor ponder pods. Delegates can take time out and relax in the Living Lounge. With real plants growing along the wall, this green haven is designed to allow the outside in.

Sustainability

ICC has achieved sustainability awards including The Green Key International and Green Dragon Environmental Standard. They were the first venue in the UK to be awarded the Green Key International Accreditation.

www.iccwales.com/sustainability

Catering and restaurants

With innovative culinary thinking, ICC is setting exciting new standards in outstanding conference catering with their Mind, Body and Soul Food philosophy. Delegates can experience this across ICC Wales in the following locations:

• Two coffee shops
• Aspect Bar
• Outside street food stalls
• Hydration stations
• 7 Restaurants in the neighbouring Celtic Manor Resort. There are lots of places to eat on-site to fit different budgets. Click here to find out more

The local area

For delegates wanting to extend their stay from the conference and invite partners and family members, there are some great activities to enjoy in the local area:

• Walking trails
• Cycle routes
• Golf
• The Spa at the Celtic Manor

There are lots of sights and activities further afield including Cardiff Castle, Zip World Tower, Cardiff International White Water and many more. Click here to find out more.