BACCH Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 (Nottingham and Online)
30th September and 1st October 2025
Community Child Health: Our Role in a Healthier Tomorrow
Programme
Talks - all delegates
Lectures and abstract presentations are held in the morning and late afternoon - click here for full programme with timings (please note some details are still to be added).
| Tues 30th Sept | Weds 1st Oct |
| Where Are We Going as BACCH? (Prof. Doug Simkiss) | Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children: the Kent experience (Nancy Sayer) |
| Population health and integrated care: improving outcomes and reducing inequalities for children (Prof. Ingrid Wolfe) | Changing Concepts and Changing Priorities in Autism (Prof. Emily Simonoff) |
| What is the lived experience of people receiving an autism/neurodevelopmental diagnosis in late teens/early 20s? (Dr Ian Male, Rhianna Goodyear, Joy Keenan and Grace Thompson) | Safeguarding Concerns in Families After Adoption or Special Guardianship Order (Dr Joanna Garstang) |
| HOPE Study: Who gets SEND Provision, Where and When? (Prof. Will Farr) |
Workshops (all available to in-person delegates; a small number will also be streamed for virtual delegates)
Held after lunch. In-person delegates attend 2 sessions on each day (pre-booking available - link will be sent to delegates ahead of the event)
| Tues 30th Sept | Weds 1st Oct | |
| CSAC: Training Workshop What makes a good service for children and young people with Down Syndrome and how can we work collaboratively with parents/ carers to achieve this? Waiting Times Examined: Exploring Community Paediatrics Waiting Times and the Contributing Factors Through Data and Dialogue Looking Forward - implications of the NHS 10-year Plan for Children and Services Safeguarding (topic tbc) Helpful Things to Know About Scoliosis in Children With Disabilities Trainee Workshops: CCH START Assessment/CVs and Consultant Interviews | Access to Children and Young People's Community Services Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) in Community Paediatrics: roles, experiences and opportunities How to Write a Successful Abstract Advance Care Planning: Difficult Decisions Paediatric Audiology: Does This Child Have a Syndromic Hearing Loss? Hearing the Voice of the Child in Child Protection: How Co-Designed Communication Toolkits Can Help Developing a Mental Health Toolkit for Community Paediatricians |
The BACCH AGM will be held from 17.10-17.40 at the end of day one of the conference on 30th September. Further details TBC
Abstract Submissions
Abstracts are a vital part of the BACCH ASM and offer an opportunity for delegates at all levels to share their research at a national conference.
The prizes for best poster and best presentation by a non-consultant will be announced at the end of the event.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. We aim to be in touch with all applicants by 15th August.
Registration
In-person and virtual attendance available:
- In person: lectures, abstract presentations, afternoon workshops, posters, annual dinner and catch up with colleagues
- Virtual: lectures and abstract presentations only
Bookings
- Use the form at the bottom of the page to book delegate places and tickets for the annual dinner.
- There is no one-day option for virtual tickets, only for in-person.
- You need to be logged into your user account to buy discounted member-rate tickets (Not a member? You can join BACCH today).
- The medical students/FY doctors' rate is only available for members – if you are not a member, please apply to join for free and once you application is approved you can book at the discounted rate.
- Booking deadlines:
- In-person tickets: 22nd September
- Annual Dinner: 22nd September
- Virtual tickets: 26th September
- We do not issue invoices. Payment needs to be made using the online form and the booking and payment confirmation emails act as your receipt.
- If you have any queries, contact the BACCH Office.
Cancellations and Refunds
- No refunds will be given for non-attendance or cancellations received after 20th September for in-person tickets and annual dinner, or 27th September for virtual tickets.
- Cancellations received prior to this date will be eligible for a full refund, minus card processing fees, please contact us via email.
- Delegates may make arrangements for a substitute to attend in their place at any time with no cost incurred by contacting the BACCH office.
Venue and Accommodation
The venue for the 2025 ASM is the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Wollaton Street, Nottingham NG1 5RH.
Public Transport
The nearest rail station is Nottingham (0.8 miles). The nearest tram stop is Royal Centre (0.3 miles).
Parking
The hotel has an on-site 600-space car park which delegates can use at a discounted rate of £5 per day. Blue badge holders may park free of charge at on-street parking meters and on-street pay and display areas.
Room Booking
You can book rooms at a discounted rate at the venue via the booking platform set up by Meet Nottingham, which also has two other hotel options available. Please book as soon as possible if you intend to use the booking platform, as the hotel will shortly be releasing any unbooked rooms back to general sale.
Other hotel options close to the venue include:
- Best Western Plus Nottingham City Centre (opposite the venue)
- Premier Inn Nottingham City Centre
- Travelodge Nottingham Central
- Park Plaza Nottingham
- Igloo Hybrid (hostel)
Delegates are advised to book early to secure their preferred accommodation.
Annual Dinner
The venue for the 2025 Annual Dinner is Memsaab, 12-14 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham NG1 6HS. Join us for a four-course menu, Bollywood-themed entertainment and dancing at this top-rated Indian restaurant - all for just £49pp!
"Exceptional food and service puts MemSaab amongst the top five curries in the country" (The Observer)
Booking for the Annual Dinner is now open! Please use the form at the bottom of the page. Early booking is advised as there are limited tickets available!
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You need to be logged into your user account to buy discounted member-rate tickets. If you are not able to log in, please contact the BACCH office.
