Venue and Travel

Pathfoot Building, University of Stirling

Named 2020 Sports University of the Year in the Times Good University Guide and Home to Scotland's University of Sporting Excellence, we are pleased to confirm the University of Stirling as host of the 2024 Facilities and Operations Forum.

Travelling by train

Stirling is at the heart of Scotland and enjoys excellent rail services to Scotland and the rest of the UK. Regular services run between Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen and Dundee.

Stirling train station is the closest station to the campus, and is approximately ten minutes drive away from the campus. This is the easiest option, should you wish to complete your journey by taxi or bus.

Bridge of Allan train station is the easiest option to complete the journey by walking or cycling.

Visit Scotrail or trainline.com for further details regarding fares, timetables and journey information.

Travelling by car

From the East, South or West, take the M9 to Junction 11. At the junction, there is a roundabout which marks the end of the M9. From here you should take the exit for Bridge of Allan, follow the road through the town itself, and after about 200 metres you will find the University entrance on the left.

From the North take the A9 to the same roundabout and follow the same route through Bridge of Allan as above.

Parking

Complimentary parking is available at Stirling Court Hotel for residential delegates attending the event.

Residential delegates must register their vehicle registration at the hotel reception to validate their car for free parking - please note if you do not do this, you may incur charges.

For non-residential delegates there are pay and display car parks to the front and rear of the Pathfoot Building.

Travelling by air

You can fly to either Edinburgh or Glasgow Airports from a wide range of international and domestic airports including regular shuttle flights from London airports.

At Edinburgh or Glasgow Airport regular buses or trams can take you to the city centres where you can then access frequent train services to Stirling. Find out more at:

You can also pre-book a taxi in advance with Stirling Taxis.

Driving from the airport

Glasgow Airport is approximately a one hour drive to the University campus while Edinburgh Airport is a 45 minute drive.