23rd-25th June 2025
26th-27th June 2025

C++ on Sea is the international C++ conference taking place by the sea, in the UK. Our venue is in Folkestone, Kent, near the entrance to the channel tunnel with stunning views across the English Channel.

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News: Getting to C++ on Sea, and getting the most out of it

2nd June 2025 at 19:47

Grafitti at Folkestone Central Station

First, if you're travelling from outside the UK please make sure you are aware of the new visa/ travel authorisation rules that came into effect this year!

Now, where-ever you are coming from, if this your first time coming to Folkestone (or if you just need a refresher) we do have a dedicated travel page that goes into the different options and routes.

Now, going further than that, Jason Turner has put together a great travelog video based on his visit last year that I recommend giving a watch. It's only 11 minutes, but packs in a lot of tips, as well as first-person perspective.

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Location

C++ on Sea is hosted at the Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone in Kent, UK, overlooking the English Channel. This historic seaside town is also home to the channel tunnel and, as such, has excellent links to the rest of europe. It's also very accessible from London with the UK's (currently) only high speed link, the HS1. For more comprehensive travel information, see the page, Getting to C++ on Sea

The Leas Cliff Hall is a working theater that also has a dedicated conference suite. Built into the cliffs, and with floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the sea on three sides, the views are spectacular!

The venue is about a 15 minute walk from Folkestone Central station, or ten minutes walk to the bustling town centre. As well as the modern town the old quarter, home to art galleries, curio shops and bohemian cafes and restaurants, extends down to the picturesque harbour. It's no wonder The Times voted it one of the best places to live in 2023.

Although the venue is split across three floors, connected via staircases, it is also fully accessible via elevator.