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Harbour House

Venue and location

The Kantian Political Thought Annual Rosseau Lecture and Conference returns to ECPR's home, Harbour House in Colchester, for its third year. Colchester is known as a 'commuter town' with its excellent transport links to London. 

European Consortium for Political Research (ECPR)
Harbour House
6-8 Hythe Quay
Colchester CO2 8JF

Practicalities

Harbour House is a beautiful two-storey Grade II listed Georgian building that retains many of its original features, including wooden panelling and open fireplaces. Located on Hythe Quay, on the bank of the River Colne, you are just a 25-minute walk away from the town centre.

Getting there

Train services from London run every 10–15 minutes via Colchester Station (known locally as Colchester North Station) which is located 2.8 miles from Harbour House.

There are also two additional train lines running closer to Harbour House, but with less frequent service to and from London: 

  • Colchester Town – 1.3 miles from Harbour House
  • Hythe – a few minutes’ walk from Harbour House

If arriving at Stansted Airport, Luton Airport, Gatwick Aiport or Heathrow Aiport, National Express offer a coach service that takes you directly from the airport into Colchester town centre.

Facilities

Harbour House is a two-storey building, however, all sessions during the event will take place on the ground floor. There is a common area for socialising with other event participants, a serene garden with seating for enjoying fresh air during lunchtime, and a dedicated 'quiet room' where you can take a few minutes to retreat and find some calm amidst your busy schedule. 

Equipment

There are multiple rooms available at Harbour House, all of which are equipped with a computer, screen and audio for presentations. Our main conference room will be used for the duration of the school but there will be smaller rooms available for anyone who needs a separate space. 

WiFi

WiFi login credentials will be provided at the venue.

Accommodation

To help make your stay in Colchester as pleasant and convenient as possible, we have put together a selection of suggested accommodation options.

Please do not book your travel or accommodation until you have registered and paid for your space at the school.

​St Nicholas Hotel

High St, Colchester CO1 1DN
Website

​££

Premier Inn

Colchester Town Centre (Castle) Hotel, St Peter's St, Colchester CO1 1EW
Website

​£

North Hill Hotel

51 North Hill, Colchester CO1 1PY
Website

£££

Colchester Boutique Hotel

4-6 North Hill, Colchester CO1 1DZ
Website

£££

The Rose & Crown Hotel

East St, Colchester CO1 2TZ
Website

££

Greyfriars Hotel & Restaurant

High St, Colchester CO1 1UG
Website

££££

Disclaimer: When arranging travel and accommodation, please ensure that your booking is refundable. It is your responsibility to arrange appropriate travel insurance. ECPR is not liable for reimbursing the cost of travel or accommodation made by participants.