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Useful Information for Open Evening…

A printed map and subject locations will be available for you to collect upon your arrival. You’ll be able to familiarise yourself with the layout of the College and plan your evening to ensure you visit all of the departments and areas of the campus that interest you.

Parking Information

Parking on QMC Campus is for Blue Badge holders only.

Due to high demand during Open Evenings, we cannot guarantee a designated disabled space. While we do our best to accommodate all Blue Badge holders, you may be parked in a standard space. If you require extra room to manoeuvre a wheelchair, mobility scooter, or walking aid, please inform a parking attendant upon arrival.There are a limited number of disabled spaces on site.

Park & Ride Service

We operate a park and ride service from Festival Place (https://www.festivalplace.co.uk/visitor-information/car-parking) Car Park, Basingstoke, RG21 7BA. The current cost for parking after 5pm is £2 for the evening, and the shuttle bus service is free for our Open Evening guests. Please note that if you arrive before 5pm, additional parking charges will apply.

Please park in the orange parking zone and exit the lift adjacent to Five Guys. Turn left to exit onto Festival Square and follow signs to the Bus Station where the QMC Park and Ride service will be clearly marked. View Map >> (https://www.festivalplace.co.uk/centre-map)

Buses will depart approximately every 20 minutes.

The first bus will be ready for boarding at 4:30pm. The last returning bus will depart from Queen Mary’s College at 8:15 PM. The waiting place for this is close to the main College exit road, near the Student Car Park.

Alternative: Pay & Display Car Parks

If you prefer not to use the park and ride, several pay and display car parks are within walking distance of the college including Southern Road Car Park, Top of Town, off New Road, RG21 3DY.

No Parking on Cliddesden Road

Please be aware that parking is not permitted on Cliddesden Road or the surrounding streets during the Open Evening. We kindly ask you to be mindful of our neighbours, their driveways, and the local community.

Accessibility

If you wish to discuss any accessibility requirements with us in advance of the evening please email us: info@qmc.ac.uk or call on 01256 417500 so that we can help to accommodate your needs. Please be aware that Open Evenings are usually busy events, so it may be helpful to plan ahead if this could make your visit more comfortable.

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