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Your Travel Guide to Conference 2026 – Liverpool Made Easy
How to Get to Spaces at The Spine and Explore Liverpool for Conference 2026
Planning your journey to ASRA Conference 2026? Whether you’re travelling from across the UK (or beyond!), getting to Spaces at The Spine in Liverpool is straightforward — and the city itself is wonderfully welcoming and easy to navigate.
Where You’re Heading
Spaces at The Spine is located in Paddington Village, at the heart of the Liverpool Knowledge Quarter — a vibrant, central area just a short walk from stations, transport links, and city attractions.
Address:
Spaces at The Spine
2 Paddington Village
Liverpool, L7 3FA
By Train — The Most Sustainable Option
Liverpool’s main station, Liverpool Lime Street, is well connected to major UK cities and is the closest rail hub to the venue.
- Approx. 19–20 minute walk from Lime Street station to the venue (or a short taxi ride).
- Direct regional services run from cities such as Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and London — making train travel one of the easiest and most sustainable options.
Tip: If you prefer not to walk with luggage, taxis are readily available from outside Lime Street station.
Buses & Local Transport
Liverpool’s excellent bus network offers another flexible way to travel around the city. Routes 76, 79 and others stop near the Knowledge Quarter and city centre, making it easy to combine bus travel with walking to the venue.
Walking, Cycling & Scooters — Explore as You Go
Once you’re in the city centre, walking is one of the easiest ways to get around — and it’s completely carbon‑neutral. Liverpool city centre is compact and walkable, with plenty to discover on foot.
You’ll also find:
- Citybike and e‑scooter hire throughout the city
- Dedicated cycle lanes and paths
These options are great for short local trips and a bit of fresh air between conference sessions.
Coming from Further Afield?
If you’re flying in:
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport is closest — about a 20‑minute taxi or public transport ride to the city centre.
- Manchester Airport offers more global connections and easy rail links into Liverpool (around 35 minutes).
Final Tips
- Leave extra time for travel during busy periods — Liverpool is a bustling city!
- If you’re arriving early or staying on after conference sessions, there’s so much to explore — from the waterfront and museums to music history walks and vibrant nightlife.
Ready to plan your journey? Visit our Conference 2026 website for more travel tips, venue details and booking information.
Don’t forget to book your place - we can’t wait to see you in Liverpool!
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