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8th International Mining History Congress
Travel
information
Delegates from outside of the UK should
arrive at London Heathrow and take the rail link ‘Heathrow Express' to
Paddington Station in London (approx. 30 minutes). From there, take the
direct rail service to Redruth (approx. 4 hours). There is an overnight
rail service available. From the station it is a ten minute walk to the
hotel, though with luggage it would be convenient to take a taxi.
Further information about rail and coach
travel within the UK is available from the following websites:
National Rail Enquiries
Train timetables and fare
information for UK national rail services. If you are are over 60
and travelling by train it is worth buying both a senior rail pass
(which allows one-third off travel), and opting for a second-class
saver-return.
National
Express Coaches
National Express serves Cornwall from destinations throughout
the UK. London Victoria Train Station and Heathrow Airport offer six
services every day to Cornwall. Coaches travel to St Austell, Truro,
Newquay, Falmouth, St Ives and Penzance.
Local Bus and Coach information
Information about local bus and coach services.
Newquay Airport
Newquay Airport is nearby and links Cornwall to major cities across the country as well
as internationally. Services and budget fares are somewhat
limited though. Those wishing
to rent a car at Heathrow and drive to Redruth should allow five hours
drive time. The roads to Cornwall are generally of a good freeway
standard but once in the county, driving on smaller secondary roads,
which are narrow and two-way, can be very challenging. Those wishing to
rent cars should be aware that in Britain they are usually not automatic
and are right-hand drive. Petrol currently costs around $10 a gallon.
Congress
introduction
Background and aims
Booking details and how to pay
Call for papers and pre-registration form
Pre/post-sessional events
Venue and accommodation information
Congress programme
Abstracts and papers
General information and places of
interest in Cornwall
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