NKF Annual Event 2026 Book Your Place at This Year’s National Event Join the National Kidney Federation Annual Event 2026 for a weekend of education, connection and community. Taking place at The Grand Hotel in Blackpool, this annual conference brings together patients, carers, healthcare professionals, supporters and organisations from across the UK. The weekend includes conference sessions, an exhibition hall, networking opportunities and social events. If you are considering booking your place, you will find full event details below. Location & Accomodation Event Location The Grand HotelNorth Promenade, Sea FrontBlackpoolFY1 2JQ The venue is located on the Blackpool seafront and offers on-site accommodation for delegates. Accommodation Information Delegates can book bed and breakfast accommodation directly through the event booking process. Check-in from Friday 3.00 PM On-site car parking is FREE for NKF event attendees All guests must register vehicle details at the hotel reception on arrival* *Please note the car park is operated by a third party and failure to register may result in a charge Rooms are limited and early booking is recommended. Event Programme Friday Evening Social There will be a private social room available from 7.00 PM for delegates to meet, network and reconnect prior to the main conference day. This is an ideal opportunity to catch up with friends and make new connections within the kidney community, or see the sights of Blackpool, including the illuminations. Saturday – Conference Day Day Pass £55 - Accommodation available at an additional cost. The main conference day includes a full programme of speakers, updates and networking opportunities. Registration opens at 9.00 AM The exhibition hall opens at 9.00 AM Official welcome at 10.15 AM Throughout the day, delegates will have opportunities to: Hear from leading speakers and patient representatives Visit the exhibition hall Network with charities, healthcare professionals and support organisations There will be scheduled breaks for refreshments and lunch The conference will close at 4.00 PM. Saturday Evening - Hot Buffet and Quiz You can also book a place at the Saturday evening social event, which includes a hot buffet supper followed by the popular NKF quiz. The quiz will be hosted by NKF's Pete Revell. The evening begins at 7.00 PM in the Royal Suite and offers a relaxed, informal atmosphere to round off the day. This is free of charge for the first 150 people, thanks to our generous sponsors. If you wish to book a stand in the exhibition hall, please contact [email protected] Special Requirements If you have any dietary, accessibility or additional requirements, please contact the NKF office in advance of the event to ensure suitable arrangements can be made. Telephone: 01909 544999 Harsh Sinah - Patient Speaker The Day ‘Kidneys’ Became the Most Important Word in My Vocabulary Mr Dominic Summers Consultant Transplant Surgeon Andrew Barnett Renal Social Worker Nicholas Pape “Grateful Living: My Kidney Journey” Header Image resizes to fit within circular mask. Header Image resizes to fit within circular mask. Programme of Events FRIDAY EVENING TIME WHAT'S ON Sponsor 19:00 – 23:00 Room provided for attendees to meet up Sponsorship opportunity available - please contact [email protected] SATURDAY - Main Event, Exhibition TIME WHAT'S ON SPEAKER 09.00 - 10.15 Registration and Exhibition 10.15 - 10.25 Welcome and Introduction Caryl Bryant, Chair NKF 10.25 - 10.50 The day ‘Kidneys’ became the most important word in my vocabulary Harsh Sinha 10.50 - 11.20 Coffee Break and Exhibition 11.20 - 11.45 Sponsorship opportunity available - please contact [email protected] 11.45 - 12.10 “Grateful Living: My Kidney Journey” Nicholas Pape 12.10 - 12.20 Question Time 12.20 - 13.20 Lunch and Exhibition 13.20 - 13.55 Interactive session Siobhan Freeman, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust 13.55 - 14.20 TBC Mr Dominic Summers - Consultant Transplant and Vascular Access Surgeon 14.20 - 14.50 Coffee Break and Exhibition 14.50 - 15.15 A patients view of renal social work Andrew Barnett & 2 patients 15.15 - 15.40 Making the most of your dialysis session project 15.40 - 15.50 Question time Karen Nagalingam & Emma Taylor Birmingham Dialysis Society 15.50 - 16.00 Close of event Caryl Bryant, Chair NKF 19.00 - 23.00 Buffet, Quiz and Social Evening We look forward to welcoming you to the National Kidney Federation Annual Event 2026. Manage Cookie Preferences