Dorset Coast Forum  Conference 2024

Organisations working together to promote the social, economic and environmental benefit of the Dorset Coast and surrounding seas.

Dorset Coast Forum

Join us on the 24th October 2024 at the Weymouth Pavilion for this year's conference.

Weymouth Pavilion

DCF members and project partners are invited to join us for a day of insightful speakers, networking, and collaboration as we explore the theme of Dorset’s changing coast and its impacts on our communities, economies, and the environment. <h3>Agenda Highlights:</h3>We are delighted to announce our keynote speaker is Chris Hines MBE. Chris has been working and campaigning for the environment for over 30 years and revels in inspiring positive change. Co-founder and then Director of Surfers Against Sewage from 1990 till 2000, Chris now aims to deliver positive change through motivational talks and delivering initiatives that implement positive environmental solutions. Find out more about Chris’s work at <a href="https://www.agos.co/" title="https://www.agos.co/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.agos.co</a>Current challenges for the Dorset Coast: We will also delve into the pressing issues affecting our coastline with presentations from the Environment Agency and Shoreline Management Plan lead advisors for Dorset.Positive Actions: A deep dive into key areas where proactive measures are addressing these challenges in Studland, Charmouth and North Swanage.Connecting People to Coastal Change:<ul><li>Participate in a workshop on communicating difficult conversations with coastal communities.</li><li>At our information stands, get practical experience with interactive tools that engage communities whilst delivering essential coastal change information.</li></ul>As always there will also be lots of networking opportunities with over 100 DCF members expected to attend, all with knowledge and expertise of Dorset's coast.<a href="https://www.dorsetcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DCF-Conference-Agenda-2024-updated-24Sept.pdf" title="https://www.dorsetcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/DCF-Conference-Agenda-2024-updated-24Sept.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Download the full agenda here!</a>General Information<ul><li>Hot and cold buffet options will be available at lunchtime and drinks included in your ticket price.</li><li>Your name &amp; contact details will be listed on the conference delegate list to be displayed at the conference and on our website or please let us know if you would like your contact details removed from the delegate list.</li><li>If you have any specific dietary or access requirements that we should be aware of, please contact us at<a href="https://dorset.coast@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk" title="https://dorset.coast@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> </a>dorset.coast@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.</li><li>Early sign up is recommended as places are limited to 120.</li></ul>Interactive Information StandsIn addition to the full day’s agenda of inspirational presentations and engaging workshop, there will be information stands from our sponsors and partners. Information stands this year will showcase innovative engagement tools (including DCF's new wave tank) designed to engage coastal communities, research and technologies.Where: <a href="https://weymouthpavilion.com/about/" title="https://weymouthpavilion.com/about/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ocean Room, Weymouth Pavilion</a>When: Thursday 24th October, registration from 9.00am, presentations will start at 9.30am and finish by 4.30pm.Bulk or Invoice Ticket PurchaseFor bulk ticket purchase or if you need an invoice for your purchase, please do not purchase your tickets via the Eventbrite link. Please email us directly at dorset.coast@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk to book your tickets and request an invoice. Refund PolicyRefunds for cancellations will only be issued up to midnight on 14th October (less a £4 ticketing fee).If someone can attend in your place, named substitutes are permitted with notice by Monday 21st October to dorset.coast@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk.Getting to WeymouthBy Car – parking at the Weymouth Pavilion car park, postcode for sat nav: DT4 8DZ - <a href="https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/parking/find-a-carpark/find-a-car-park/-/ddl_display/ddl/268345/99395/maximized" title="https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/parking/find-a-carpark/find-a-car-park/-/ddl_display/ddl/268345/99395/maximized" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Weymouth Pavilion main car park</a>By Train – Weymouth train station is a 15 mins walk along the esplanade or 5 min taxi ride - <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/HyhM72zwDVLwU5zK6" title="https://maps.app.goo.gl/HyhM72zwDVLwU5zK6" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Weymouth Station to Pavilion Google Map</a>By Bus – Buses stop at the King’s Statue on the Esplanade which is a 3-4 minute walk to the Pavilion. Here is a list of buses stopping at the King’s Statue - <a href="https://www.firstbus.co.uk/wessex-dorset-south-somerset/plan-journey/timetables?search=Weymouth+King%27s+Statue" title="https://www.firstbus.co.uk/wessex-dorset-south-somerset/plan-journey/timetables?search=Weymouth+King%27s+Statue" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">First Bus Timetable</a>Accommodation - there is a huge choice of hotels in Weymouth, here are a few recommended hotels :<a href="https://www.kingshotels.co.uk/hotels/hotel-rex/" title="https://www.kingshotels.co.uk/hotels/hotel-rex/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hotel REX </a>- 4 min walk to Pavilion/ 12 min walk to station<a href="https://www.alfatravel.co.uk/the-royal-hotel-weymouth/" title="https://www.alfatravel.co.uk/the-royal-hotel-weymouth/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Royal Hotel</a> – 10 min walk to Pavilion/ 4 min walk to station<a href="https://www.hotelrembrandt.co.uk/" title="https://www.hotelrembrandt.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt</a> – 25 min walk to Pavilion/ 14 min walk to station<a href="https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/dorset/weymouth/weymouth-seafront.html?ARRdd=23&ARRmm=10&ARRyyyy=2024&NIGHTS=1&ROOMS=1&ADULT1=1&CHILD1=0&COT1=0&INTTYP1=DB" title="https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/dorset/weymouth/weymouth-seafront.html?ARRdd=23&ARRmm=10&ARRyyyy=2024&NIGHTS=1&ROOMS=1&ADULT1=1&CHILD1=0&COT1=0&INTTYP1=DB" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Premier Inn Weymouth Seafront</a> – 30 min walk to pavilion/ 20 min walk to station

With thanks to our conference sponsors:<a href="https://www.moffattnichol.co.uk/" title="https://www.moffattnichol.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Moffatt &amp; Nichol</a><a href="https://www.wsp.com/en-gb" title="https://www.wsp.com/en-gb" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">WSP</a><a href="https://arcmarine.co.uk/" title="https://arcmarine.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ARC Marine</a>

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