EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Ambulance

Fire

Police 999 / 112

999 / 112

999 / 112 / 101

Gas emergency 0800 111 999 National Health Service 0845 4647

WEATHER

The weather starts to cool down in September, when the autumn season is setting in. At this time of the year, London experiences an average temperature of around 15°C towards the end of the month. The probability of London receiving some type of precipitation across September decreases as the month goes on.

SAFETY

London is a very safe place but like any big city, it's worth taking sensible precautions: never leave your bag unattended, and report any unattended bags or items in public places; keep your purse or wallet close to your body and don't carry too much cash; information about major incidents in the capital can be found on the Met Police website.

HEALTH

Overseas nationals are not eligible for free NHS treatment except if they need emergency treatment while in the UK. You are strongly advised to take out travel insurance to cover any medical expenses.

CURRENCY & EXCHANGE

The pound sterling, or just pound, is the basic unit of currency in England. There are numerous exchange offices in London – often located inside banks, travel agents or Post Offices, as well as at London's airports and major train stations. Credit and debit cards, especially Visa and Mastercard, are widely accepted in London's restaurants, bars, cafes and shops. American Express and Diners Club cards are becoming more commonly accepted, although it is still advised to carry an alternative payment method with you.

OPENING HOURS

Shops and Department Stores are generally open between 9.00 - 17.30 (18.00) Monday to Saturday. Some general grocery stores have late opening up to 22.00 Monday to Saturday, and 10.00 - 16.00 on Sunday. In London the banks are typically open between 9.30 - 14.30 (15.00) Monday to Friday and up until 12.00 or closed on Saturday. Public Houses (Bars) have more generous business hours: 11.00 - 23.00 Monday to Saturday; 12.00 - 15.00 & 19.00 - 22.30 on Sundays.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

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The Hilton London Metropole combines a fantastic Central London location — great for visiting many of the capital’s favorite attractions — with comfortable guest rooms and first-class facilities. For business travelers, this location is one of Europe's largest

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conference hotels, with 42 well-equipped meeting and event rooms. For entertainment lovers, the Hilton London Metropole is located close to some of Europe's best theatre, shopping, dining and nightlife - just a short tube ride away.

From London Heathrow Airport

⊲ just 15 minutes to the Hilton London Metropole via the

Heathrow Express rail link at Paddington Station. ⊲ Journey from Terminal 1, 2, 3: 15 minutes by Heathrow

Express train. ⊲ Journey from Terminal 4: 20 minutes by Heathrow Express train. ⊲ Frequency of Heathrow Express trains: every 15 minutes. ★ Taxi: 40 km in 40 minutes (aprox. £ 100).

From London Gatwick Airport

⊲ Victoria Station, the Central London terminal for the Gatwick

Express, is linked to the hotel via the London Underground

Circle Line, and the Edgware Road tube station is 30 metres from the hotel entrance. ⊲ Journey time: 30 minutes from Gatwick to Victoria, then 15 to 20 minutes by Underground or taxi. ⊲ Frequency of trains: Gatwick Express every 15 to 30 minutes, plus slower stopping service. ★ Taxi: 44 km in 1 hour (aprox. £ 120).

From London Stansted Airport

⊲ From Stansted Airport take the 45-minute Stansted Express to London Liverpool Street, where there is a direct underground line to Edgware Road station, directly opposite of the Hilton London Metropole hotel. ★ Taxi: 70 km in 1 hour and 30 minutes (aprox. £ 170).

Address

Hilton London Metropole 225 Edgware Road London W2 1JU

From St. Pancras International

⊲ Take the tube from King’s Cross St. Pancras Station (Hammersmith & City / Circle) and get off at the 4th stop – Edgware Road Station – and walk about 3 minutes until you reach the hotel.

From Paddington Station

⊲ An 8 minutes walk to reach the hotel. ⊲ Take the tube from Paddington Station (Bakerloo) and at the first stop – Edgware Road Station – you get off and walk about 1 minute until you reach the hotel.

From Victoria Station

⊲ Take Bus 16 from Victoria (Stop H) and at the 9th stop –

Sussex Gardens (Stop EL) – you get off and walk about 2 minutes until you reach the hotel.

From Fenchurch Street Station

⊲ Take the tube from Tower Hill Station (Circle) and once you reach Edgware Road Station, you get off and walk about 2 minutes until you reach the hotel.

The Hilton London Metropole is ideally situated for delegates, being on the intersection of major link roads to key motorways (M40, M1).