Top Tips for getting the best out of CrimeCon UK
WEAR COMFY SHOES
CrimeCon UK is split across two floors at the hotel. It’s jam-packed with over 70 hours of true crime content to choose from – and with 15 minutes to move between sessions, comfy shoes are recommended!
DISABILITY ACCESS
We will have a dedicated team member on hand to support any visitors with additional needs. If you would like to inform us of any needs you have in advance of the event, please email us on info@crimecon.co.uk.
BRING A BOTTLE OF WATER
To make sure you enjoy your time with us, it’s important to stay hydrated!
READ THE SCHEDULE
By familiarising yourself with the speakers, sessions, and locations, you can plan your visit in advance. Sessions cannot be pre-booked, so if there is something that you really want to see we advise that you get there early. You can find the full schedule here.
PREBOOK YOUR LUNCH
On arrival both days, you can pre-book your lunch with the host hotel (just like at the theatre!) so you can pack more into your day.
FLYING SOLO?
Don't worry! Lots of our guests are coming individually so there will be loads of opportunities to meet people at the event. We will be building into the schedule a solo networking event on Saturday morning for you to meet and buddy up with likeminded individuals, and our extended activities will be a great way to meet new friends.
AUTHOR SIGNINGS
Many of our guest authors will be hosting signings whist at the event – if you would like them to sign a book for you, feel free to bring a copy you already have or purchase a new copy on site.
BRING TISSUES
The things we cover often involve the worst day of someone’s life. Respect for victims, families, and law enforcement is always at the forefront of everything we do, and we are humbled that victims’ families will be sharing their stories with us at the event.
FRIDAY VISITORS, REGISTER ON FRIDAY
If you are arriving on Friday 24th, registration will be open from 3pm to 8pm. (Registration will also be open from 8am on Saturday 25th.) For ease, please bring a copy of your digital confirmation from See Tickets.
WEAR YOUR LANYARDS AT ALL TIMES
On arrival, report to the registration VIP desk where you will be issued with your CrimeCon lanyard which will act as your pass for the event. Please make sure you wear it at all times and that it is visible – remember, this is how you will gain access to the CrimeCon UK sessions, as well as giving you 20% off food at the host hotel.
BE A DETECTIVE
Keep an eye out for spontaneous and impromptu live activities happening across the weekend!
DON’T BE SHY
All the guest speakers and podcasters are eager to meet you, so make sure you say hello! Have a chat, take a selfie, and rub shoulders with your fellow true crime enthusiasts.
HAVE FUN!
The event has been designed for the true crime community to get together for the first time in the UK and enjoy themselves. Although we are dealing with sensitive topics, it is important to us that you have a good time at the event.
ASK US ANYTHING
We are here to ensure you have the best weekend, so please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Before the event, drop us an email at info@crimecon.co.uk
, or speak to a team member on site (we’ll be in branded t-shirts so we will be easy to spot!)
STAY AT THE HOTEL
The official CrimeCon hotel is where all of the action takes place, it's those hallway selfies or bar conversations that make the weekend so special. If you haven’t made a reservation yet, We urge you to stay with us to get the most out of your experience. CrimeCon room allocation is almost full.
CrimeCon is offering limited hotel rooms at a discounted rate to CrimeCon visitors.
- £150 single occupancy B&B / £165 double B&B
Please book your own accommodation using the code: LHTHEA120621
WANT MORE TRUE CRIME? BOOK YOUR EXTENED EVENTS
FRIDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER - Jack The Ripper Tour & Curry Night (£45)
Departing the hotel at 5:30pm, tour starts at 6pm, Dinner at 7:30pm. A trip to London is not complete without learning more about Jack The Ripper and enjoying a curry in famous Brick Lane. This price includes a 1 hour 15 minute tour, the meal at Aladin (starter, main, rice and naan), a drink of your choice and transport to and from the hotel. Spaces are limited, please email info@crimecon.co.uk to secure your place by 3rd September.
SATURDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER – True Crime Quiz (Free) 8pm
Test your knowledge of all thing’s serial killers, cult leaders and gangsters at the famous Just Killin’ Time True Crime Pub Quiz. The event puts the knowledge of true crime fans to the test in general knowledge, picture and specialist subject rounds. Hosted by two northern true crime nerds, a night not to be missed. Gather a group of true crime enthusiasts, 6 max per team. To submit a team please gather your friends and email info@crimecon.co.uk OR if attending as an individual but still want to get involved then we will curate teams, just email us and we will sort a team for you.
MONDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER – Legal London Tour (£9)
Brought to you by CrimeCon partner Old Baily Insight, we are offering a legal tour of London. Covering both the Old Bailey and the Royal Courts of Justice, it will start at 11am when visitors will meet outside the Royal Courts of Justice. The usual cost is £15 per person but as a CrimeCon guest you can secure a place for just £9. We have also extended this offer for the CrimeCon family to apply this discount to any other time in 2021 if the Monday session doesn’t work for you. Spaces are limited, so please email info@crimecon.co.uk to book your place.
