FAQ
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What is included in the ticket price?
In-person ticket- includes two days of lectures, refreshments and lunch on both days.
A garden party at The Beth Chatto Gardens on the evening of Thursday 29th August. Includes coach transport from the university and back again with food and drink for the evening.
There will also be an extra, optional day of tours and talks at the Gardens on Saturday 31st August.
A recording of lectures sent out after the event.
Livestream ticket- live access to the lectures for the two days.
A recording of lectures sent out after the event.
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Will my dietary requirements be catered for?
We will be offering vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options.
There is an option to select your dietary requirements at the time of booking.
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Can I park for free?
Yes, you can park for free at the university on the 29th & 30th August and at the Beth Chatto Gardens.
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Where can I stay?
Accommodation is available at the University of Essex.
Telephone 01206 872358 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
or
Email for room bookings: eventessex@essex.ac.uk
Camping available at Dean's Nursery
Telephone 07799661046 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
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Can I get a refund if I change my mind before attending?
Tickets are non-refundable.
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I’ve changed my mind and want to alter my ticket from an in-person ticket to the livestream option.
Unfortunately tickets are non-transferable.
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Where can I find information about the schedule?
The schedule of speakers will be included in our symposium programme which delegates will receive when they arrive for registration on Thursday 29th August.
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What will I need to bring as proof of purchase?
We will send out a confirmation email with a QR code to be scanned as you enter the lecture theatre.
Attendees will be issued with a wrist band to wear for the duration.
We will have a list of attendees, so don’t worry if there are any issues with your code.
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Can I attend for only one of the days?
Unfortunately the symposium tickets cannot be split into separate days and cannot be split between two people.
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Where will the symposium be held?
The symposium will be held at the University of Essex in the Ivor Crewe Lecture Theatre-
Park Rd, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ
The garden party and optional day of tours and talks will be held at The Beth Chatto Gardens-
Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7DB
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What will I need to bring with me?
You will need your booking confirmation QR code and proof of student status if you've purchased a student ticket.
We also suggest a pen and notebook, and a water bottle (there are refill stations).