Question 1

Is the event venue accessible?

Accepted Answer

Yes there is disability access throughout including a “Changing Places” adult disabled facility and lift access to the upper floor

Question 2

Is there Wifi

Accepted Answer

Yes - Wi-Fi, AV facilities and white boards throughout the venue

Question 3

Whats the parking like

Accepted Answer

There is parking for 100 cars, there is some on street parking in the vicinity, but we urge you to park considerately to local residents. Please car share where you can, there is a shuttle bus from Brooms road car park, and a free bus from and to the Scottish Borders (must be booked)

Question 4

Is there a social dinner after the conference

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Cairndale will be hosting us in the new Oak restaurant for a 3-course meal championing  locally sourced ingredients. Book your ticket at checkout along with your conference ticket, don't forget you can book a room at a reduced delegate rate until the 15th of February. Details above.

Question 5

Is there a delegate rate for hotel rooms

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Cairndale is our conference partner, if you wish to stay over on the night of the conference, a rate of £119 per classic room is available, per night including locally sourced full Scottish breakfast, complimentary WiFi, car parking and vat. More detail above or on the SSDA website.

Question 6

Shuttle Bus

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a shuttle bus to and from the Broom's Road car park (free parking, ///reject.coupler.defensive). The bus will operate from 08:45 - 09:45 and 17:15 - 17:45.

Question 7

Scottish Borders Bus

Accepted Answer

The bus from and to the Scottish Borders must be booked in advance (limited spaces). The bus will depart Newtown St Boswells at 07:00 on 11th of March, stops in Hawick, Langholm and Annan (same return) and arrive at the conference at approx 09:15. The bus will depart at 17:30 on the 11th March

Question 8

FAM Familiarisation Trip

Accepted Answer

Join us the day after the conference for an insider’s view of Caerlaverock Estate: Perhaps best known for its triangular castle, the estate is also home to unique off-grid self-catering properties, as well as The Boathouse at Glencaple, a nature reserve, outdoor trails and more. Please Book

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