SOCIAL EVENTS
Check out the social events for delegates listed below.
Informal Get Together - Wednesday 14th May
There will be an informal get together on the evening of Wednesday 14th May ahead of the conference. You will be able to meet fellow delegates, speakers and organisers in a relaxed setting, with delegates ordering their own drinks.
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Further details to follow. You will be asked if you would like to attend as part of the registration form.
Early Risers: Run/Walk - Thursday 15th & Friday 16th May
There will be an early morning run / walk on both mornings of the conference. It is the perfect way to get ready for the day and see some beautiful Edinburgh sights. If you would like to receive more information about these events, please indicate this on the registration form.
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Thursday 15th – Arthurs Seat
Arthur's Seat is one of four hill forts, dating from around 2,000 years ago. Situated within Holyrood Park, as well as it's rich cultural heritage, the park offers walks, solace, wildlife, volcanic geology and unparalleled vistas of the city from its many vantage points. The park has several Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) designations due to its exceptional range of grassland habitats and its internationally important volcanic geology.
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​Friday 16th – Calton Hill
A UNESCO World Heritage Site - Calton Hill is a volcanic hill rising beyond the eastern end of Princes Street. The hill boasts a collection of some of Edinburgh’s most important monuments and offers fantastic panoramic views of the city. In the 19th century, Edinburgh was envisioned as the ‘Athens of the North’ and Calton Hill was considered Edinburgh’s version of the Athenian Acropolis, complete with classical revival architecture.
Conference Dinner & Ceilidh - Thursday 15th May from 7pm
The Caves is a truly unique venue that makes up the sub-structure of the 18th Century South Bridge. The dinner will be informal with plenty of time to network and chat with other delegates and speakers. After dinner, you will then experience a Scottish ceilidh with professional band Stravaig, who will bring high-energy music mixed with enthusiastic dance callers to create an uplifting atmosphere - guaranteed to get everyone up dancing (or at least clapping!)
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Tickets include: a welcome drink, dinner & table wine, ceilidh and an optional ghost tour!
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Tickets are sold on a first come first served basis and can be purchased at the time of booking – limited to 2 per delegate.
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Price: £100 per person
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Note: Tickets must be pre-booked at least 14 days in advance, when final numbers will be sent to the caterers. After this, a waiting list will be in operation.
Source: unusualvenuesedinburgh.com/venues/the-caves-venue-edinburgh