Where?
Conference Venue
Brighton Dome
Church Street
Brighton
BN1 1UG
Official Speaker Hotel
myHotel
17 Jubilee Street
BN1 1GE
+44 (0) 1273 900 300
The official speaker hotel is less than 100m from the conference venue, a perfect place to get some extra zzz's before getting to the sessions! The myHotel has a very cool bar - great for networking, and it often becomes the place to hook up for a beer after the parties!
Flash on the Beach Discount:
We have worked hard and negotiated some fantastic rates with the myHotel for Flash on the Beach attendees.
Rates are per room per night including VAT and are subject to availability. The hotel is not a huge hotel, so we suggest that you book straight away if you want to stay here.
Rates are:
- Standard Double: £110
- Superior Double: £125
- More Superior Double: £140
Use the following discount code: FOTB2011
Reservations can be made by entering the discount code HERE or calling +44(0)20 7637 2000 and quoting FOTB2011 or email res@myhotels.com (quote discount code in your email)
Gatwick to Brighton
LGW
Gatwick is the nearest international airport to Brighton. It is located half way between London & Brighton and is approximately 40 travel to Brighton.
www.gatwickairport.com
Trains
It is easy to get a direct train from LGW > Brighton. Trains run regularly from Gatwick to Brighton. Fares are around £10 each way and the journey takes approx 30 minutes.
Bus
National Express run regular buses from Gatwick to Brighton. Fares are around £15 each way and the journey takes approx 45 minutes.
Taxi
It is easy to get a taxi from Gatwick to Brighton. Journey time is just over half an hour. Prices vary dependant on which taxi firm you use, but typically run between £30 to £50 each way. If you are thinking about getting a taxi, our advice is to Google some alternatives, then share a ride!
Alternative Accommodation
Looking for another place to stay? A different Hotel? Guesthouse? Bed & Breakfast? Or simply can't get into The myHotel?
For those that cannot get into the official speaker hotel, we have been working with VisitBrighton to find you somewhere else to stay. To see a selection of alternative choices, that include rates, facilities and distance from the venue, go HERE.
Heathrow to Brighton
LHR
Heathrow is the next nearest international airport to Brighton. It is located west of London and is approximately 2 and half hours travel to Brighton.
www.heathrowairport.com
Trains
Getting from Heathrow to Brighton by train involves a couple of changes. You will need to go from Hethrow into London, then London to Brighton. Trains run regularly from Heathrow to London, & from London to Brighton. For LHR > London check Heathrow Express. For London to Brighton check National Rail
Buses
National Express run regular buses from Heathrow to Brighton. Fares are around £35 each way and the journey takes approx 2 hours 30 minutes.
Taxi
A taxi from Heathrow to Brighton is not cheap! Journey time is around a couple of hours. Prices vary dependant on which taxi firm you use, but typically run around £100 up each way. If you are thinking about getting a taxi, our advice is to Google some alternatives, then share a ride!
Wi-Fi
Flash on the Beach will provide an exclusive wifi cloud at the venue for you to blog, twitter and email!
Charging
Have a device that just sucks the life out of its battery? Don't worry, we will provide a charging area for your laptop, phone, iPad etc.
Coffee
You probably will not need a caffeine hit whilst you are at FOTB because you will be buzzing!
If you do fancy a drink, you will be pleased to know that we provide coffee, tea and water.
Info
Need some help? Directions? Need some information about speakers? Want to know which theatre they are in? Maybe you want to know where to go and eat.
Our FOTB Lifeguards can help. Just ask any of our Lifeguards at the venue and they will help out!
London
Travelcard
If you are planning on taking a trip into London, we recommend you get yourself a 'Travelcard'. These can be bought for one day or longer, and will allow you on underground trains, overground trains and buses and trams within the city.
Getting Around
Information from 'Transport for London' - you will need this if you are planning on checking out London - Transport For London
Taxis
Taxis are everywhere in Brighton. To be honest, you won't be needing one whilst you are there. You can walk everywhere in Brighton. Not only is it healthier, but there is loads to see!
Trains
Information on overground trains - you will need this for trains to Brighton - National Rail
Eat
Wagamama Noodle Bar
22?23 Sydney Street
Asian food chain, plenty of seating, about 4 minutes walk from the venue.
Eat
Bills Produce Store
North Street - A speakers favourite, especially for breakfast, approx 8 minutes walk from the venue.
Walking
Walk. Yes, that's it, walk. Brighton is a really cool place to be, and to see the most of it, you have to walk. There is plenty to see including the beach, the promenade, the pier, the lanes, and more. Plenty of shopping, pubs and restaurants to keep you busy while you are here..
Eat
Gourmet Burger Company
44?47 Gardner Street
Burger joint, a couple of streets away, approx 10 minutes walk from the venue.
Pubs
Brits like pubs! We also don't want to have to walk too far to get to the pub! With that in mind, if you want to get a pint, you will find pubs everywhere! Not only are they everywhere, but you will not have to walk more than a couple of minutes in Brighton to find one.