Getting here

The graduation ceremonies will take place at the Winter Gardens and Opera House, 97 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, England FY1 1HL. The venue is easily accessible by a variety of means:

• By road – There are direct motorway links (M55/M6/M62) across the country and express coach services connecting many UK towns and cities.
• By rail – Blackpool benefits from an excellent rail network linking Scotland, Yorkshire, the Midlands and South East. For up-to-date information on times and prices, contact National Rail Enquiries on Tel. 08457 484950.
• By air – With Blackpool International Airport operating regular scheduled services from destinations across Europe, the resort is now more accessible than ever. Also, Manchester Airport is only an hour’s drive away.

Where to park

There is no car parking facility at the Winter Gardens itself, however there are numerous public car parks located in and around the town centre.

Where to stay

If you need somewhere to stay, Blackpool offers a range of accommodation to suit every taste and budget. Choose from cosy B&Bs with their famed friendly landladies to elegant four-star hotels. For more information go to www.visitblackpool.com

Contact information

• Gown hire: J Wippel and Co Ltd - Tel. 01392 254234

• Event Organiser: Liz Wilson - Tel. 01253 504334 / On the day - 07956 925931