FACE Conference 2006
FACE Conference
  
 


Location

The conference will be held at the University of Wales Swansea, UK.

SwanseaUniversity is set in rolling parkland overlooking the majestic sweep of Swansea Bay. The campus is a stone’s throw from the old fishing village of Mumbles, whose unique seaside atmosphere is complemented by a vibrant social scene popular with students. Travel just a few minutes in the other direction and you reach the Maritime Quarter, a modern waterfront village complete with restaurants, art gallery, theatre and a busy marina.

There are stunning views across Swansea Bay and you can drive to the The Gower Peninsula, Britain’s first “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”, in 15 minutes. The M4 motorway with access to the equally beautiful South Wales Valleys region is also only 15 minutes away.

Swansea is a lively city of 230,000 people and has many places of interest to visit and a wide selection of restaurants, bars and shopping facilities. Its friendly shopping centre includes a world-famous indoor market that dates back to the Middle Ages and offers traditional, locally produced food. Culturally, the city is home to the Dylan Thomas Centre, which celebrates the life and work of the great Welsh poet. Unspoilt beaches and dramatic cliff top views provide a stunning location for water-sports, cycling and walking.Theatres, festivals, museums and galleries enhance Swansea’s rich cultural diversity.

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Swansea is accessible for international travellers by air via Cardiff International Airport. Trains and coaches also run regularly to Swansea from all major UK cities. Link to further information

For further nformation on Swansea & South Wales visit

selection of images of Swansea beaches and marina

 

 

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