When? Functional Programming eXchange: December 7th 2009 Where? The Functional Programming eXchange will be hosted at The Skills Matter eXchange, Skills Matter's brand new conference centre in the heart of the city of London. This fantastic venue is accessible by rail, underground and road. The Skills Matter eXchange 116-120 Goswell Road London EC1V 7DP United Kingdom

Nearest tube:
Barbican Station, Farringdon Station and Kings Cross Stations are all very near the venue

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Public transport Transport for London's Journey Planner provides up to the minute travel options on how to reach The Skills Matter eXchange. Alternatively, you can call London Travel Information on 020 7222 1234 or visit the website. Underground The nearest Underground stations are Barbican, Farringdon or Kings Cross Station, on the Circle, Metropolitan and Hammersmith & City lines. Train The nearest rail stations are Kings Cross, Farringdon and Blackfriars. City Thameslink services serve Barbican, Moorgate and Cannon Street. Bus Bus Route 55 stops on Clerkenwell Road, very near Goswell Road.

The Zettter
The Zetter is less than 3 minutes walk away from The Old Sessions House. The Zetter Rooms have all been individually designed to offer style, comfort and personality without the price tag. At the Zetter they focus on the basics: a great bed, a superb shower and cutting edge in–room entertainment. Book Online, or call +44 207 324 4444.

Holiday Inn Kings Cross
The Holiday Inn Kings Cross is also close by.

Thistle City Barbican Hotel
The Thistle City Barbican Hotel is nearby too.


Travelodge Farringdon
The Travelodge Farringdon is just a short walk from our training centre

Alternative hotels (for example, if you prefer to stay in the West End) may be found at www.expedia.com or www.london-discount-hotel.com

There will be plenty of opportunity for delegates of the Functional Programming eXchange to meet, relax, chat and have a drink in one of the many bars and restaurants in Clerkenwell. The Slaughtered Lamb, which is just a 2 minute walk from our conference, will be the "Official Functional Programming eXchange Pub", but there is plenty more! Perhaps combine the conference with a nice weekend in London and enjoy our city - it really is very nice here! You can find out who else is going, ask others to meet up and stay in touch before, during and after the conference via Functional Programming eXchange Social, a ning site with chat and forum functionality and lots more!