Venue

Pharmacology 2026 will be held at Manchester Central Convention Complex (commonly known as Manchester Central), a purpose-built convention centre in the heart of Manchester.

Sessions will take place in the Exchange Auditorium, Charter 2, Charter 3 and Charter 4. The exhibition and Innovation Theatre will be based in the Exchange Hall. This is also where the Welcome Reception will take place and where refreshments and lunch will be served daily.

See more information about Manchester Central below.

Fun fact: Scientists at the University of Manchester were the first to split the atom in 1917, a huge breakthrough in science that changed the world!

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Getting to the venue

Located in the heart of the city centre, Manchester Central is accessible on foot, by public transport or by car, making your journey here quick and seamless. Find other ways of getting to Manchester Central.

Address:

Manchester Central, Petersfield, M2 3GX

Maps:

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Website:

https://www.manchestercentral.co.uk/

Contact:

For all general enquiries, please contact Manchester Central:

Telephone: +44 (0)161 834 2700

Email: info@manchestercentral.co.uk

Why not take a tour of Manchester Central before you arrive?

Accessibility at Manchester Central

Visit the Accessibility page for more information on features and services available at the Pharmacology 2026 conference to make you feel welcome and supported.

Card and contactless payments only

Please be aware that Manchester Central now accepts Card & Contactless payments only.

Explore Manchester

Manchester Central is located in the heart of Manchester, a dynamic city bursting with character, and is proud to be named as an international destination of choice in 2023 by several travel, tourism and cultural publications.

The city has a vibrant social scene and is home to an array of cultural attractions, galleries, and museums to keep you entertained outside of event hours.

Find out more about what Manchester has to offer.

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