Queen Mary Event and Hospitality FAQs
London event venue FAQs
- Where can I view the QM Terms & Conditions?
- Is there parking available at the College?
- Is there WiFi on campus?
- Where is the nearest tube station?
- Which is the nearest mainline station?
- Which is the nearest airport?
- What is the College postal address for residential guests?
- Do all the facilities have disabled access?
- Where can I find information about the local area?
- Are there sports facilities on site?
- Where can I eat?
- Where is the nearest swimming pool?
- Is it possible to visit the Olympic site?
- Where is the nearest cinema?
- Where are medical facilities located?
- Where can I get emergency dental treatment?
- What would you recommend to do locally?
Where can I view the QM Terms & Conditions?
Please click here to view the QM Terms & Conditions.
Is there parking available at the College?
Parking is extremely limited on campus and you are therefore advised to take public transport to the College. Parking is available at weekends and evenings. Details of public parking in the vicinity can be found at:
www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/lgnl/transport_and_streets/parking.aspx
Is there WiFi on campus?
Many areas are covered by WiFi, however a login is required and there is a small charge for this. For residential guests this can be arranged via the Reception in the student village and for non residential guests and organisers please contact the Sales team. Please note 24 hours notice is required.
What is the College postal address for residential guests?
For residential guests wishing to have items sent to the College, the postal address is as follows:
Your Name
Building name, room number
c/o Residences Reception
France House
Queen Mary, University of London
Mile End Road
London
E1 4QA
UK
Please note that the College accepts no responsibility for your post.
Where is the nearest tube station?
The College is located equidistant from Mile End and Stepney Green tube stations both in zone 2. To walk from either station to the campus is approximately 8 minutes.
Which is the nearest mainline station?
Liverpool Street is 2 stops on the Central line from Mile End tube station.
Which is the nearest airport?
For details on public transport options from UK airports, please visit: www.baa.com
Do all the facilities have disabled access?
The College buildings are DDA compliant. Should you have delegates with specific requirements please let the Sales team know so they can ensure the facilities are suitable / advise you of specific details.
Where can I find information about the local area?
If staying on campus local tourist information can be found at Reception in the student village. Additional local information can be found at: www.visiteastlondon.com
Are there sports facilities on site?
Qmotion is a fitness centre on campus. Details can be found at: www.qmsu.org/qmotion
Where can I eat?
There are a number of café’s and catering outlets on campus: www.catering.qmul.ac.uk/mileend/index.html
There are also several restaurants just a few minutes walk from the camps under the green bridge close to Mile End station.
Where is the nearest swimming pool?
Mile End Park leisure Centre is a short walk from the College. Details can be found at:
www.gll.org/centre/mile-end-park-leisure-centre.asp
Is it possible to visit the Olympic site?
There are guided walks organised by Blue Badge guides. Alternatively you can follow the Regents canal from the College to the Olympic park (details via Reception or the Sales team). Details of guided walks at: www.tourguides2012.co.uk/tours.php
Where is the nearest cinema?
The nearest cinema is the Genesis just a short walk from the College towards Whitechapel. Details at:
www.genesiscinema.co.uk
Where are medical facilities located?
There is an NHS walk-in Centre adjacent to The Royal London Hospital.
www.nhs.uk/Services/Trusts/PctServices/Service/DefaultView.aspx?id=5659
In an emergency please dial extension 3333 and College security will either call a first aid officer or an ambulance as appropriate.
Where can I get emergency dental treatment?
Emergency dental facilities are located at the Royal London Hospital:
www.bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk/our-services/dental-hospital/emergency-dental-services
What would you recommend to do locally?
Some of our favourite things to do in the area:
- Spitalfields: www.spitalfields.co.uk
- Columbia Road Flower Market: www.columbiaroad.info
- Bow Wharf: www.waterscape.com/in-your-area/london/places-to-go/626/bow-wharf
- Dennis Severs’ House: www.dennissevershouse.co.uk
- The Regents Canal: www.waterscape.com/canals-and-rivers/regents-canal
- Mile End Park: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/lgsl/451-500/461_parks/mile_end_park.aspx
- Victoria Park: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/lgsl/451-500/461_parks/victoria_park.aspx
- Canary Wharf: www.mycanarywharf.com
- Brick Lane: www.visitbricklane.org
