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The RCS England Future of Surgery Festival will be taking place at the iconic venue of the ICC Birmingham, easily accessible transport links and a range of parking options.

Venue address: ICC Birmingham, 8 Centenary Sq, Birmingham B1 2EA


How to find us...

The RCS England Future of Surgery Festival will be taking place at the iconic venue of the ICC Birmingham, easily accessible transport links and a range of parking options.


Venue address: 

ICC Birmingham, 8 Centenary Sq, Birmingham B1 2EA

Travelling to the conference


Please contact us at rcseng@wonderly.agency if you have further enquiries about planning your trip. Alternatively, contact the venue at (General Enquiries +44 (0)121 200 2000) or https://www.theicc.co.uk/

Travelling by train

The ICC Birmingham is well-connected to local and national train services. Several stations are located nearby, including: 

  • New Street, a 12-minute walk 
  • Snow Hill, a 15-minute walk
  • Moor Street, a 20-minute walk

Trains operate regularly, with direct services from London Euston to Birmingham New Street. Other long-distance rail services also operate into Birmingham New Street station. 

Travelling by tram

Trams run directly to Centenary Square, which is located outside the ICC, connecting Birmingham and Wolverhampton.

Travelling by car

The venue is a 30-minute drive from the UK motorway network and is located next to Birmingham's main through road, making it easily accessible by car.

Parking

Ample parking is available nearby. The closest car park is at Utilita Arena Birmingham (King Edward's Road, B1 2AA), a short walk from the venue. Parking can be paid for on arrival via www.parkjockey.com/pay using location code 5020. Please be aware that the ICC is within Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, and daily charges may apply for non-compliant vehicles. Check your vehicle's status to avoid charges. Find out more here.

Travelling by bike

There are a number of cycle routes that enable cyclists to get around Birmingham and visit the ICC easily. 

Please visit Birmingham City Council’s website for relevant routes: Where can I cycle? | Birmingham City Council

Most stations have free, secure cycle storage, and bikes can be taken on trains for free, but please remember that peak hours are busier.

Travelling by bus

For detailed information regarding bus services operating throughout the area, please visit Bus Services in Birmingham | Birmingham Buses | Arriva for further details.

The closest bus stop to ICC Birmingham is located on Centenary Square, next to the convention centre's entrance.

Travelling on foot

The ICC is easily reached on foot from the city centre. From New Street Station, head to Victoria Square, follow signs to Centenary Square, and continue straight past the Library of Birmingham and Repertory Theatre — you’ll find the ICC just ahead.

Travelling by taxi

The best drop-off point for the ICC is on Broad Street or behind the Repertory Theatre on Cambridge Street.

The nearest taxi rank is outside the Hyatt on Broad Street.

Travelling by plane

Birmingham Airport features low-cost and charter flights to domestic, European and International destinations. A taxi from the airport to the city centre will take approximately 25 minutes, or the direct train service from the airport will take approximately 10 minutes, stopping at New Street Station, just a five-minute walk from the ICC. 

To reduce your carbon footprint, we strongly recommend public transport where possible.

Looking to stay overnight?


If you’d rather save the hassle of travelling home at the end of day one, save some time and money by booking a local hotel. With over 6,500 in the area you will be spoilt for choice. The easiest way to go about it is to take advantage of the useful online HotelFinder service.

The amenities nearby mean that there’s always something fun to do, such as visiting a local museum, experiencing a world of street food, having a pampering spa session after a long day on your feet and treating yourself to a quiet drink, all just a stone's throw away.