Venue
For the record. This page is kept as it was written while the E3 Business Expo was running. It is no longer open for entries, bookings or sponsorship.
The venue for the E3 Business Expo is the Premier Suite, University of Botlon Stadium in Bolton. The home of Bolton Wanderers FC, it was previously known as the Macron Stadium. It is located just off Junction 6 of the M61 motorway.
Address:
Bolton Wanderers Football Club
University of Bolton Stadium
Burnden Way
Bolton
BL6 6JW
The E3 Expo itself will take place at the Premier Suite, which adjoins the stadium car park. For directions, click here
Car Parking
Visitors and exhibitors can park free on the stadium's Car Park C for the duration of the E3 Business Expo and the E3 Business Awards.
Car Park C is part of the main car park and is accessible from Burnden Way. (See Directions for more details.)
Directions
How to Find the Premier Suite, University of Bolton Stadium (previously known as the Macron Stadium) The E3 Business Expo will be held in the Premier Suite, Macron Stadium, Bolton Wanderers Football Club, opposite Car park C.
The University of Bolton Stadium is located just off junction 6 of the M61. The Stadium is easily accessible when travelling by car, train or air. Please see below for directions and further details.
Car Travel
If travelling by CAR from the North, If travelling down the M6, follow signs for the M61 and leave at Junction 30. Once on the M61, follow signs for Manchester/Bolton and leave at Junction 6 (University of Bolton Stadium should be visible on the left). Take the first exit off the roundabout onto the A6027, the De Havilland Way. At the next roundabout, take a left turn onto Burnden Way and park in the main stadium visitors’ car park.
If travelling by CAR from the South, If travelling up the M6, follow signs for the M62 and leave at Junction 21a, following signs for Manchester. Join the M60 at Junction 12 and proceed to follow signs for the M61 towards Preston. (Do NOT take the A666 towards Bolton.) Turn off the M61 at Junction 6 and take the third exit off the roundabout onto the A6027, the De Havilland Way. At the next roundabout, take a left turn onto Burnden Way and park in the main stadium visitors’ car park.
FREE Car Parking
1,300 car parking spaces are available at the Stadium, please follow signs for Car Park C which is conveniently located opposite the Premier Suite at the North entrance.
Train Travel
If you are travelling to the Stadium by TRAIN, the nearest railway station is Horwich Parkway situated approximately 500 meters away from the stadium. Regular services run from Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria stations and take approximately 30 minutes. To enquire about train journeys and times please visit the National Rail Website (click here)Air TravelIf travelling to the University of Bolton Stadium by AIR the closest airport is Manchester. Manchester airport is approximately 40 minutes away by car. Regular train services run to Manchester Piccadilly station for connecting trains to Horwich Parkway.
If you are having trouble locating the Stadium other possible landmarks to look out for are the Middlebrook Retail park situated just behind the Stadium and also the Bolton arena which is approximately 150 meters away from the Stadium.
Expo Accommodation
For accommodation, our guests have a choice of 2 close hotels; Bolton Whites (on site) and Premier Inn (5 mins by car).

Bolton Whites Hotel
With 125 modern and spacious bedrooms, Bolton Whites Hotel provides you with plenty of space and comfort ensuring a relaxing stay whether your with us for work or pleasure.
Their bedrooms are amongst the best in the area and boast the finest facilities we have to offer, with large beds, en-suite bathrooms, free wi-fi, refreshment tray and full use of the leisure facilities, all to ensure that you're comfortable during your stay with us.
Details of room types are available here
Rates are:
To make a reservation please contact The Bolton Whites Hotel directly on 0844 980 2363. More information on the hotel can be found here
You'll be minutes from the stadium and Bolton Arena and with Horwich Parkway and the M61 nearby, you'll be well connected wherever you're going. Get out and about to explore the sights of Bolton, Wigan, Manchester and the rest of the North West. Stroll to the Bolton Wanderers' Stadium, less than a mile from the hotel. Or seek out some great deals at Middlebrook Retail Park. Then relax in our tasty restaurant, spacious rooms and comfy beds. Rates from:
To make a reservation please book online here or call 0871 527 8116. More information on the hotel can be found here
£75.00* (Rates may change)
Rates include breakfast
Premier Inn Bolton (Stadium/Arena)
The Premier Inn Hotel Bolton (Stadium/Arena) puts you in a great spot whether you're here for the big game or some serious shopping.
£35.30* (Rates may change)


