BACCH Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 (Nottingham and Online)

Community Child Health: Our Role in a Healthier Tomorrow

Programme

Talks - all delegates

Workshop programme coming soon. Planned workshop topics include:

• Spines, curves , leans and deformities - what is it helpful for a community paediatrician to know?
• Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) in Community Paediatrics: roles, experiences and opportunities
• NHS benchmarking in community paediatrics
• Developing a mental health toolkit for community paediatricians
• How to write an abstract
• Voice of the Child in child protection
• Paediatric palliative care (topic tbc)
• Paediatric audiology (topic tbc)
• Down's Syndrome (topic tbc)

More 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.

We welcome submissions from members and non-members for oral and poster presentations.

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 open with a closing date of 14th July. Click below to access the form (please note you will need to create a login for the Oxford Abstracts platform).

Abstract Form

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 the venue via the booking platform set up by Meet Nottingham, which also has two other hotel options available (please note it may be worth checking other booking sites to ensure you obtain the best rate).

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.