Venue & Travel

Getting To BIP

The address is Yarnfield Park, ST15 0NL. There is plenty of free parking for those travelling by car.

The main railway station is Stafford, 9 miles from the venue. Stone Station is 3 miles away, but has limited connections. If you are travelling by train and would like a lift to the venue, post your train arrival time in the SPOND event page and ask if anyone who is driving can swing by to pick you up.

Local taxi firms:

Check-in and Check-out

Check-in is available from 4pm. A welfare rep will be on the welcome desk with a printed name badge for you to wear throughout the weekend.

You must check out by 10am on Sunday — before you go to the first workshop of the day! Please check out of your room after breakfast. Put your bags in your car or store with reception.

Food and Drink

Meal times are:

Food is all served buffet style. Dietary requests have been passed onto the hotel, but please make yourself known to the kitchen staff for your individual preferences.

Coffees and teas and coffees are available throughout the day with non-dairy milk alternatives on offer.

During the evening, the venue bar sells a range of alcoholic and soft drinks. If you are bringing your own alcohol, please drink it discreetly and clean up any empty bottles or cans after you've finished.

Other Amenities

The venue has free wifi — ask for details on check-in. There is a gym if you have the energy. Find out more on the Yarnfield Park website

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