Connecting Research Culture Conference 2026

John McIntyre Conference Centre

Conference Venue
John McIntyre Conference Centre (JMCC)
The conference will take place at the John McIntyre Conference Centre (JMCC), located within the University of Edinburgh campus at the foot of Arthur's Seat.
The venue offers flexible conference facilities and a range of spaces for keynote presentations, workshops and parallel sessions.
Below you can take a virtual tour of the conference centre
Floorplan
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Accessibility
The venue recognises that accessibility needs vary from person to person. Providing clear and accurate information helps attendees plan ahead and feel more confident about attending.
To support this, accessibility information for the venue has been independently assessed by AccessAble's trained surveyors, who visit venues in person to provide detailed access guides.
Attendees are encouraged to review the AccessAble guide before travelling if they would like information about:
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Step-free access
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Entrances and routes through the building
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Accessible toilets
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Lifts
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Parking and drop-off points
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Seating and circulation spaces
If you have any questions about accessibility or would like to discuss your requirements before the conference, please contact the conference team. We will do our best to support you and help you plan your visit.
