2026 Tackle Prostate Cancer Annual Conference

Tackle Prostate Cancer

IET Birmingham: Austin Court

<h2>Welcome!</h2> We look forward to welcoming our network of over 150 Tackle Groups from across the country to collaborate, share ideas and build relationships at our annual conference on 24th March 2026 in Birmingham.One Family, Many VoicesWe’re shaping the day around the idea that although our groups vary in style and approach, collectively we operate like a family: different individuals and groups bringing different perspectives, all supportive of each other and united in a common purpose. There will be more networking sessions, workshops on peer support, shared practice, and campaigning together, all focused on strengthening the work that you do as support group leaders and organisers and the connections between us.We invite you, as the group leader or your delegate, to attend the conference at no charge. If you would like to bring additional members, please email us at info@tackleprostate.orgTo encourage as many Group Leaders as possible to attend our Annual Conference, travel and accommodation bursaries may be available for one conference delegate.More details below.The Tackle Trustees and staff look forward to seeing you in Birmingham on 24th March 2026.

<h2>Bursary for attending the Tackle Conference and AGM</h2> Travel and Accommodation SupportOur Federation is made up of groups of many different sizes, with very different levels of funding. Some groups are able to cover their own travel and accommodation costs, while others are not. We want to use Tackle’s limited funds where they are most needed, so if your group is able to cover these costs, this helps us direct support to those who need it most.Travel BursaryWe want to ensure that at least one delegate from every Tackle member group is able to attend the Annual Conference.Tackle will reimburse one delegate per group for either:<ul><li>45p per mile (return journey), or</li><li>The cost of one standard/advance purchase return train ticket.</li></ul>An online reimbursement form will be emailed to you after the conference. Claims should be submitted online, with the relevant receipts attached.Overnight Stay BursaryGroups with a travel time of more than 2.5 hours (by car or train, one way) may apply for an Overnight Stay Bursary.If your group meets this criterion, Tackle will:<ul><li>Arrange and pay for one night’s hotel accommodation for one delegate, and</li><li>Contribute towards meals. A group dinner will be arranged the night before the conference, for all those staying.</li></ul>If your group has a travel time of more than 4 hours one way, please contact us at info@tackleprostate.org so we can discuss your needs.A list of suggested hotels is provided below for delegates whose groups are covering their own travel and accommodation costs.Please do not book accommodation yourself if you are applying for an Overnight Stay Bursary, as Tackle will make the booking on your behalf.If the cost of attending the Conference would prevent your group from sending a delegate, please contact us at info@tackleprostate.org. We do not want cost to be a barrier to any of our member groups attending.

<h2>Hotels in close proximity to the venue</h2> We have selected 2 possible hotels within close proximity to the venue. Please book via your favourite booking site. Prices change frequently, so if you find a good rate book it! Premier Inn – Bridge Street20 Bridge StreetBirmingham B1 2JRDistance to conference: 9 min walk/ .4 milesLimited onsite parking for a fee Premier Inn – Broad StreetEssington StBirmingham B16 8ALDistance to conference: 9 min walk/ .4 milesLimited onsite parking for a fee <h2>Parking Options</h2>see image below

Agenda

Arrival, Registration, Networking, Refreshments 

Welcome and Keynote Address: The Power of Family 

Networking and Workshops

Buffet Lunch and Networking 

Networking and Peer-to-Peer Knowledge Exchange

Closing Session, Reflections and Next Steps

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