Contact: events@bsas.org.uk for conference enquiries
For any queries about your visit to Dundee email debbie.ree@dundeecity.gov.uk
About British & Irish Society of Animal Science (BISAS) 2027
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BISAS 2027 are extremely grateful for the generous support and help they receive from their Sponsors, Partners & Supporters.
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Dundee is delighted to be hosting the BISAS 2027 conference at the Apex City Quay Hotel, Dundee.
Please use as much or as little of the information links as you need to make the most of your stay. The information below has been especially tailored to your conference with the aim of making your visit to Dundee as easy as possible. Using the links below you can find the most relevant information to help you plan your trip.
| Cultural Tour of Dundee | Exclusive Offers 2027 |
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All information in the Cultural Tour of Dundee correct at the time of filming (filmed 2024).
How to Get to Dundee the Easy Way - Videos and Travel Guide
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All information in the travel guides correct at the time of filming (filmed 2024).
Read our Travel Made Easy Guide (link opens in new window) on how to get to Dundee from Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and Glasgow Airport, including coach travel to Dundee.
Check if you need a UK Visa and ETA
UK Visa
Visit the UK for tourism, business or a short stay (up to 6 months), airport transit visas. Visit the UK - GOV.UK website for more information.
Check if you need a UK visa by completing a short questionnaire on GOV.UK website.
Applying for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation)?
Everyone wishing to travel to the UK – except British and Irish citizens – everyone (including children) will need permission to travel in advance of coming here. This means if you were previously eligible to visit the UK without a visa you will need an ETA.
Please watch the two videos provided for more information.
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What is an ETA?
ETAs are digitally linked to a traveller’s passport and ensure more robust security checks are carried out before people begin their journey to the UK.
Cost £20 to apply for an ETA.
What an ETA is, who can get one and how to apply before coming to the UK (hyperlink).
How long it takes
You will usually get a decision within 3 working days, but you may get a quicker decision. Occasionally, it may take longer than 3 working days.
Information correct at the time of writing (April 2026) courtesy of GOV.UK website
Venue | Apex City Quay Hotel
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1 West Victoria Dock Road, Dundee, DD1 3JP
Located within walking distance of some of the top things to do in Dundee.
Their commitment to accessibility:
All their hotels and restaurants are fully wheelchair-accessible. Their friendly team will be happy to assist you throughout your stay. All their hotels have disabled access rooms.
- Read the accessibility guide for Apex City Quay Hotel courtesy of AccessAble website
- Read reviews about Apex City Quay Hotel accessibility on Euan's Guide website
Their commitment to sustainability:
Apex Hotels are passionate about caring for others, and that extends beyond the walls of their hotels. They are committed to being a socially responsible and sustainable business and to caring for and protecting the local communities and environments in the UK cities where they operate. They're committed to maintaining the highest standards of sustainability and corporate social responsibility for their guests, employees, the community and the environment. It can be a collection of small changes made that can give the greatest results.
- Read Apex Hotel sustainability & CSR Charter
- Awarded Green Tourism Gold
Their commitment to inclusion:
Parking and EV charging:
- Accessible Parking - designated Blue Badge parking bays available
- On-site Parking - over 90 spaces, available on a first come first served basis
- Parking Charges - £5.00 per car per night. Free if attending a conference within conference hours
- On-site Coach Parking - available
- For nearby parking and EV charging
Distance to travel amenities:
- Dundee Airport | 2.5 miles (4.1 km) by car
- Dundee Railway Station | 0.4 miles (483 metres) by foot
- Dundee Bus Station | 0.3 miles (0.6 km) by foot
Getting around Dundee and MixMap Dundee Tourist Map
Getting around Dundee
Get active out and about in Dundee city. A compact city bursting with places of interest, history, and things to see, it is so easy to get around.
Dundee’s active travel routes in and around the city have been developed over the last few years with a key objective to encourage active travel through walking, cycling and public transport, and deploy sustainable alternatives to decarbonise transport. Visit Dundee.com website and find out more about Our Walkable City.
MixMap is a friendly, easy to use, locally produced Dundee map for tourists showcasing the colourful range of independent businesses, attractions and places of interest in Dundee and Broughty Ferry.
We want to help you make the most of your time in our city. Discover great little shops, welcoming restaurants, immersive attractions with MixMap The Dundee Tourist Map.
What is Dundee Famous For?
This is your voyage of discovery – uncover a location that offers the perfect combination of inspiration and innovation.
Our heritage and its people are the culture of a city, town or village and they are the basis of the stories we tell our children today. Dundee City Region is filled with many pioneering individuals who have pushed the boundaries of their professions to achieve memorable contributions, not just to our location, but indeed to the world. Explore more...
BISAS 2027 are extremely grateful for the generous support and help they receive from their Sponsors, Partners & Supporters.
Things to see and do, have a look for inspiration
