How to get to Dorset COP

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View the full programme via this link

View the venue plan: https://sturexchange.wordpress.com/rooms/

There will be a limited number of printed programmes available at the information desk, and session details will be displayed in each room. Please share printed programmes or bring your own.

A vintage car rally is taking place in the town centre 9-12, so please plan ahead.

Recommended parking options:

• Largest car park - Honeymead Lane car park (opposite Stour Connect Day Centre) – DT10 1JF 5 mins walk.
• The Creamery (Station Road) – DT10 1BD
• NFU small car park, Station Rd
• Limited free parking at the venue (reserved for speakers and stall holders) and other paid public car parks
• We encourage car sharing to reduce emissions and make new connections! (See lift sharing details below)
• Here's a map showing the car parks

Please enter the building via the main ground floor entrance (next to the Co-op).

🚘 Lift Sharing

We encourage car sharing to reduce emissions and make new connections.

Join the Dorset COP Lift-Share WhatsApp group here.

Whether you’re offering or looking for a lift, this is the best place to connect.

LIFT REQUEST can anyone offer a lift to a Bournemouth University student from green Park building in Bournemouth? If you can, please share in the Whatsapp Group linked above.

Join the group ride along the beautiful North Dorset Trailway, led by local cycling instructor Cyclewise.

Meet: Shillingstone Old Station car park (opposite the Trailway to Bere Marsh Farm)

Time: Arrive by 8:20am to depart promptly at 8:25am

Parking: If the Old Station car park isn’t open, please use the Triangle public car park (just over the bridge)

Distance: Approx. 4.5 miles, traffic-free and suitable for most bikes (except those with narrow road tyres)

Return: No guided ride back, but plenty of opportunities to buddy up

A great way to start the day — low-carbon, sociable, and scenic.

If you have any questions, email: cyclewisesouthampton@gmail.com

(Note: This replaces the previously advertised ride from Blandford.)

• A reusable water bottle and coffee cup
• A name badge if you’d like others to know who you are
• A notebook and pen for capturing ideas and connections
• Bring cash for lunch

Delicious wraps including gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options will be available to purchase for £8. Food and coffee stations will be in the three main rooms: Main Hall, Bow Rm and Chivrick. Please bring cash. The cafe will also be serving tea, coffee and snacks throughout the day.

The Exchange offers:

• Wheelchair access and lift to all floors
• Accessible toilets on every floor (with baby changing on the ground floor)
• Hearing loop in the main hall
• Pram access and public WiFi
• Guide, hearing, and assistance dogs welcome

Do you have specific access needs? Reply to this email and we’ll do our best to support you.

It’s not too late! If you know someone who’d love to be part of this, please invite them.

Dorset COP is a brilliant entry point for anyone curious about local climate and community action.

Tickets are limited – encourage them to book soon.

There will be photography and videography throughout the day to help us share the energy and learning from Dorset COP. If you prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please ask for a pink badge at the entrance desk. We’ll give you a badge so our photographers and videographers know to avoid including you in any shots.

Thanks again for being part of this. We can’t wait to see you there.

Warm wishes,

The Dorset COP & Sustainable Dorset Team