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Conference venue information | York Racecourse

Venue address: Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Knavesmire Road, York, YO23 1EX

York Racecourse is located approximately 1 mile from York city centre and is easily accessible by rail, road and air connections. 


Accommodation nearby

The following accommodation options are located close to the venue: 

York city centre also offers a wide range of additional hotels, serviced apartments and guest houses.


Parking

York Racecourse provides extensive on-site parking facilities and parking is generally free for conference and event visitors. The venue can accommodate a large number of vehicles and coaches. 

Additional nearby parking options include:

Transport from York Station

The nearest railway station is York (YRK).

By taxi

Taxis are available directly outside York Station. The journey to York Racecourse takes approximately 5-10 minutes and typically costs around £7.00 to £10.00.

Walking

The venue is approximately 1.5 miles from York Station and can be reached on foot in around 25-30 minutes.

Main transport links

Rail

York is one of the UK's major rail hubs with direct services from:

  • London King's Cross
  • Edinburgh
  • Manchester
  • Birmingham

Journey times from London can be as little as 1 hour 52 minutes. 

Road access

The venue is easily accessible from the A6 via the A1036 (Tadcaster Road). Sat Nav postcode: YO23 1EX.

Air travel

Nearest airports included: 

  • Leeds Bradford Airport (approx. 50 minutes)
  • Doncaster Sheffield are airports (approx. 60 minutes)
  • Manchester Airport (approx. 90 minutes)

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