Where will my event be held?

Most of our events will take place at our Talbot Campus, but look closely at the details for the event(s) you have booked onto as we don’t want you to miss out by going to the wrong place!

Festival of Learning terms and conditions

Your attendance at the Festival signifies your agreement to comply with the following terms and conditions (PDF – 12kb). Other terms and conditions may apply, please refer to the detail on your ticket when you register (if applicable).

Things to remember

Even though our events are free to attend, we ask that you register in advance.

  • If you can no longer attend or want to cancel your place at an event, simply call or email to let us know so we can release your ticket
  • Please ensure you arrive no later than ten minutes before the event starts so we can reallocate any spaces
  • If an event is fully booked, you are welcome to come along on the day and we will reallocate any spaces on a first come, first served basis
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult while attending our events, unless otherwise stated
  • All events are subject to change. Please check the event listing on the website for the latest details.
  • Refreshments are available to purchase on campus, or please feel free to bring your own

Food and drink

While you’re enjoying all the great activities on site, why not take time out for coffee and cake or a bite to eat.

We have a wide range of catering outlets for you to choose from including a Costa branded Café offering hot beverages, cakes, and sandwiches as well as a grab and go hot lunch offer especially designed for the Festival for the Family day.  You can also enjoy fresh 100% juices, made to order, from our pop up juice bar.

Saturday 16 June

  • Ground Floor Café open from 10am – 5pm offering retail sandwiches, Costa coffee and light snacks
  • Hot Food Counter open from 11.30am – 3pm offering burger and chips (vegetarian option available) and fresh wraps.
  • Ground Floor Deli Counter open from 11.30am – 3pm offering a range of hot paninis and baguettes
  • 2nd Floor Terrace Café open from 11am – 3pm (dependent on use)
  • Costa (ground floor) open for the duration

Monday 18 June – Wednesday 20 June

  • Ground Floor café open until 8.15pm