Information about the 17th MSO venue (original) (raw)
We will be in a central London venue at the University of London Union is the confirmed venue for the 2013 Mind Sports Olympiad, the same as the last two years. The venue is fully equiped for wheelchair access.
Address
University Of London Union
Malet Street
London
WC1E 7HY
By Underground
It has several nearby tube stations all a short walk from the venue: Russel Square, Euston Square, Warren Street and Goodge Street
Map
Special locations
Two events are taking place at different locations to the main venue as part of the 2013 MSO. There is a Starcraft II computer competition occurring at Meltdon, 342 Caledonian Road, N1, London
Diving Chess happens at the third space gym, 13 Sherwood Street, Soho, London.
Accommodation
University of London offers some basic accommodation http://www.halls.london.ac.uk/visitor/Default.aspx
There are many places to stay in London a few that you might want to look at are the same as last year:
The local university rooms are a good solution. Be careful to check proximity to the venue http://www.londonuniversityrooms.co.uk/
A good value option is the President's Hotel in Russell Square.
It is located about a 15-10 minute walk from the tournament, and is well priced.
Similarly, most hotels in Russell Square should offer good value, and can be searched via http://www.expedia.com.
The International Students House at Great Portland Street is also a good, cheap option.
The London School of Economics also offers accommodation.
Tourism
With our central London venue there are plenty of opportunities to visit many of London's other attractions.