Attending ALT-C 2007 - general information

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• What will I receive when I register at ALT-C 2007?
• What is the ALT helpdesk for and where can it be found?
• What internet access will I have during the conference?
• Is the conference area wireless enabled?
• Are there medical services at hand during ALT-C 2007?
• What courier companies are local to Nottingham?
• What is there to do in Nottingham in our free time?

What will I receive when I register at ALT-C 2007?

All delegates who have registered by the booking deadline will receive on arrival a copy of the Proceedings of ALT-C 2007, a conference programme, a delegate list, the conference abstracts, and a guide to conference facilities and the exhibition.

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What is the ALT helpdesk for and where can it be found?

The helpdesk can provide you with all the information you need concerning your ALT-C booking i.e. what days you have booked, your social options you choase at time of online booking etc. We will also do our best to assist with any other enquiries you may have.

The helpdesk will be positioned inside the East Midlands Conference Centre (EMCC) near to the main entrance.

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What internet access will I have during the conference?

Delegates can request wireless access via the online booking system, at the time of booking for the conference. Wireless activity will be provided at no extra charge for the duration of ALT-C via EMCC's network. An internet cafe is also available for all delegates in the EMCC. We aim to have a conference helper posted in this room to help delegates at all times. Should a conference helper not be available, the ALT-C Help Desk is nearby for help.

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Is the conference area wireless enabled?

Yes it is, please see above. We will provide full instructions on how to access this facility with your joining instructions.

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Are there medical services at hand during ALT-C 2007?

During the conference the first point of contact for any first aid emergency is any conference helper, identifiable by white T-shirts, or the Conference Help Desk. If no conference staff are present, contact the East Midlands Reception in the first instance.
The Cripps Health Centre is located on Park Campus, situated off Cripps Hill, their telephone number is +44 (0) 115 846888. Nottingham also has its own University Hospital, the Queen's Medical Centre, located near the Park campus over teh A52.

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What courier companies are local to Nottingham?

Central Courier Company
15 Wheeler Gate
Nottingham,
NG1 2NA.
+44 (0) 800 1690366

Anglia Couriers Ltd
Unit 9 Lenton Business Centre
Nottingham,
NG7 2BY.
+44 (0) 115 942 4442

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What is there to do in Nottingham in our free time?

From the poet Lord Byron, to the designer Paul Smith, Nottinghamshire has always taken centre stage for creativity. After all, Nottingham is regional capital and one of the UK's most stylish cities. Set within a county of outstanding natural beauty that includes Sherwood Forest, lively market towns and wonderful historic buildings. Wander through the historic Lace Market, meandering through designer boutiques, bustling bars and lazy cafes. Discover contemporary and traditional art galleries by day and take in top theatre performances by night. It's also home to the world's best-loved outlaw, Robin Hood.

Nottinghamshire tourist site detailing attractions; eating and drinking; shopping; entertainment; sports and activities; sightseeing and tours.

Other websites:

• About Britain.com;
• Top 10 things to do in Nottingham;
• Victoria Centre;
• 'Beer in the evening' - pubs in Nottingham.

"Nottingham may be steeped in history, but it also has a lively contemporary arts scene, and the Angel Row and Surface galleries frequently host top-quality exhibitions. Exciting new work from South Asian and Afro-Caribbean artists is showcased at APNA Arts and EMACA Arts. The Lakeside Arts Centre has a year-round programme and film buffs should not miss the Broadway Cinema, which shows art movies and world cinema. The Royal Centre and the Nottingham Playhouse both present a range of quality theatre, including international productions of drama, West End musicals, dance, opera, ballet, concerts and comedy. The massive National Ice Centre and Nottingham Arena regularly bills spectacular ice shows, ice hockey matches and big-name rock and classical music concerts."
(Times Travel Online 2006)

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