Venue

ATU Wellpark Road Campus, Galway, Ireland

The Wellpark Campus is home to ATU's creative arts disciplines and provides an inspiring, purpose-built environment for interdisciplinary exchange, with a range of seminar rooms, studio spaces, and breakout facilities.

Galway is one of Ireland's most celebrated cities, a UNESCO City of Culture, renowned for its vibrant arts scene, historic streetscapes, and proximity to Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way. It is well connected by road and rail from Dublin, Kerry, Shannon and Knock airports.

Location

ATU Galway City
Wellpark Road
Galway, Ireland

ATU Website of »Wellpark Road Campus«

Here You can find it at Google Maps.

Accomodation

Accommodation in Galway

We recommend booking your accommodation as early as possible. October is a busy month in Galway. The hotels below offer special rates for CERC 2026 delegates.
These rates are available only for bookings confirmed before the 15th of September.
Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee and must be booked independently.

Flannery's Hotel Galway

www.flanneryshotelgalway.com
On the Dublin Road
Booking Code : CERC 2026
Phone : +353 91 755 111
Email : reservations@flanneryshotel.net

The Connacht Hotel

www.theconnacht.ie
On the Dublin Road
Booking Code : 974177
Phone : +353 91 381 200
Email : reservations@theconnacht.ie

House Hotel

www.thehousehotel.ie
Latin Quarter
Booking Code : CERC ATU Conference
Phone : +353 091 538 900
Email : info@thehousehotel.ie

Radisson RED Galway

www.radissonhotelgroup.com
Crown Square
Booking Code : CERC 2026
Phone : +353 91 379 100
Email : reservations.galway@radissonred.com
Booking deadline : 30 September 2026

More Accommodation Options

For Bed and Breakfast we recommend Bed & Breakfast Ireland.

You can also use the usual booking sites, which we do not list here so as not to favor or disadvantage any of them.

Travel Information

Flying to Ireland

There are daily direct flights to Ireland from the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, the UAE and Qatar.
Ireland is also accessible by ferry.

Getting to Galway

From Dublin Airport – Bus

Citylink Routes 760/761 – direct every 30 minutes to Galway City Centre. Visit citylink.ie for timetables.

From Dublin City (Heuston Station) – Train

Irish Rail – frequent daily services.
Note : Heuston Station is in central Dublin, not at the airport. Visit irishrail.ie for timetables.

From Shannon Airport – Bus

Bus Eireann Route 51 - regular services to Galway City Centre. Visit buseireann.ie for timetables.

From Ireland West (Knock) – Bus

Bus Eireann Route 64 – regular services to Galway City Centre. Visit buseireann.ie for timetables.

Getting to ATU Wellpark Road Campus

Address : Wellpark Road, Galway – Eircode : H91 DY9Y

On Foot

Approximately 2.2 km from Galway Bus and Train Station (Ceannt Station / Eyre Square), around a 25–30-minute walk along the Dublin Road.

By City Bus

Bus Eireann routes 401 (and 409 – ask the driver) depart from Eyre Square to ATU Wellpark Road (stop: ATU Wellpark Road). Journey approx. 8 minutes. Visit buseireann.ie for timetables.

By Taxi

FREE NOW app – on-demand taxis
Galway Taxis: +353 91 561 111
Big O Taxis: +353 91 58 58 58

By Car

Free open-access parking is available on campus.
Use Google Maps or Eircode H91 DY9Y for directions.

Practical Information

Emergency Services

In an emergency dial 999 (Ireland) or 112 (pan-European).
Both connect to police, ambulance and fire services.

Electricity

220-240V / 50Hz with a Type G three-pin plug (the same as the UK).
Visitors from mainland Europe, North America or elsewhere will need a plug adaptor.
These are widely available at airports, pharmacies and hardware shops in Galway.

Time Zone

During the conference, Ireland operates on Irish Standard Time (IST), UTC+1.
This is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Language

The official languages are English and Irish (Gaeilge).
English is universally spoken and the conference will be conducted entirely in English. Road signs are bilingual.

Currency

The currency is the Euro (EUR / €).
Cards are accepted almost everywhere and contactless payment is widely used.
ATMs are plentiful in the city centre and at Eyre Square.

Weather in October

Galway has a mild, temperate Atlantic climate.
October brings cool, changeable conditions with a mix of crisp, bright days and occasional showers.
Average daytime high : 14°C – Average low : 8°C – ~ 3 hrs sunshine daily.
Layers are essential. A light waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is strongly recommended.

Driving in Ireland

Traffic in Ireland drives on the left-hand side.
Speed limits use kilometres (km/h).
If hiring a car, an international driving licence may be required depending on your country of origin.
Seatbelts are compulsory for all passengers.

Insurance & Health

The CERC Organising Committee cannot accept responsibility for medical expenses, loss or accidents.
Delegates are strongly advised to arrange comprehensive personal travel insurance before travelling.
EU / EEA delegates should bring their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which entitles holders to necessary state healthcare in Ireland.
Pharmacies (chemists) are widely available throughout Galway city centre.

Mobile & Connectivity

Ireland has excellent 4G / 5G coverage throughout Galway.
EU visitors can use their home data allowance under EU roaming rules at no extra charge.
Visitors from outside the EU may wish to purchase an Irish SIM card on arrival.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the ATU Wellpark campus and in most hotels, cafes and restaurants.

Tipping & Dining in Galway

Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory in Ireland. A tip of 10–15% is customary in restaurants for good service; rounding up is common in cafes and for taxis.
Galway has a thriving food scene, from traditional Irish pubs and excellent seafood restaurants to international cuisine. The Latin Quarter and Quay Street are particularly lively in the evenings.

Questions ?

Contact us at info@cerc-conf.eu.