Book here for the Okapi Conference!

Your registration includes:

• Conference entry, refreshments and lunch on Monday 14 & Tuesday 15 September.
• Entry to Marwell Zoo on Sunday 13 September from 10.30am, should you wish to arrive early and explore.

Accommodation nearby (discounted rate):
Marwell Hotel (adjacent to the zoo and at a walkable distance, independently owned)
Thompson's Ln, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JY
Single occupancy - £75.00 Bed and Breakfast per room per night.
Double occupancy - £85.00 Bed and Breakfast per room per night.
For delegates to claim the discount, please phone the reception team on 01962 777 681 and quote block reference ZOEN130926. This code can be redeemed for stays on 13, 14 & 15 September 2026.

Hotels nearby (no discounted rate & would require independent transport):
Please note that there is NO public transport to the zoo and we strongly recommend that delegates book into the Marwell Hotel unless they have their own vehicle. Please check parking availability at other hotels as they don't all have their own car parks.

• Travelodge Southampton Eastleigh (2.9 miles from the zoo) Ham Farm, Twyford Rd, A335, Eastleigh, SO50 4LF
• Travelodge Eastleigh Central (3.2 miles from the zoo) 26 Southampton Rd, Eastleigh, SO50 9FJ
• Premier Inn Southampton (Eastleigh) Hotel (6.4 miles from the zoo) Leigh Rd, Eastleigh, SO50 9YX

Transport:

Please note that there is no direct public transport (bus or train to Marwell Zoo or Marwell Hotel)

The closest airport to Marwell is Southampton Airport. This is a 20-minute drive from the zoo and uber or local taxis will be available to book from the airport, along with car hire. Alternatively, you can fly into London Heathrow or London Gatwick. From Heathrow there are regular coaches that will take you to Winchester (nearest coach station) - this is a 20-minute taxi/uber drive from the zoo. From Gatwick there are coach and train connections to Eastleigh (nearest train station) - which is a 10-minute drive to the zoo. We are happy to advise if you have transport questions, please contact zoen@marwell.org.uk

Please register by Tuesday 1 September 2026.