SETAC 13th Young Environmental Scientists Meeting

Venue and City

About York

York, a historic city in northern England, is renowned for its stunning medieval architecture, charming cobblestone streets, and rich cultural heritage. Home to the iconic York Minster and encircled by ancient city walls, it offers a perfect blend of history and vibrant modern life. From cosy tea rooms to busy markets, York is a city full of character and charm, making it an unforgettable destination.

The University of York

The University of York is a prestigious institution, consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK. Known for its beautiful campus set in parkland, cutting-edge research, and commitment to sustainability, it fosters an inclusive and dynamic academic environment. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, the university attracts students and researchers from all over the world.

About the National STEM Learning Centre

The SETAC 13th Young Environmental Scientists Meetings will be held at the National STEM Learning Centre in York. The National STEM Learning Centre is a hub for advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. It provides world-class training, resources, and support to educators and students, promoting STEM excellence across the UK. Housed in state-of-the-art facilities, it’s a vibrant space for fostering innovation, curiosity, and the future of STEM learning.

National STEM Learning Centre
Siwards Way, University of York,
Heslington, York, YO10 5DD,
United Kingdom

How to Get There?

From York City Centre

STEM Learning is located on the University of York campus, taking around 45-60 minutes to walk from York city centre or York train station. There are abundant cycle tracks and bike parks available on campus and bike racks at the centre. It takes 15-25 minutes to cycle from York station.

The U1 and U2 bus services offer regular transport to and from York station, the city centre and the University (University Library stop), running approximately every 10 minutes with a total journey time of around 20 minutes. Contactless card and mobile payments onboard, with a ‘Tap on, Tap off’ system, make journeys both convenient and affordable. Taxis are also available from the station taxi rank.

From the UK

The venue has a central location in the UK and is well connected to multiple international airports (Leeds/Bradford, Manchester, Birmingham and London Airports). Easily accessible by rail, York is also less than two hours away from London on services by LNER and Grand Central, with other direct services also available to major cities such as Liverpool, Edinburgh and Newcastle. Finally, York is just a 20 minutes' drive from the A1M and M1/M62 motorway networks, putting many parts of the UK within a comfortable driving distance.