AHDA Member's Conference 2026

This event is focussed at AHDA members and industry leaders with business networking and an engaging speaker programme at it's core.

In 2026, the historic Crewe Hall in Cheshire will provide the setting for the new-style conference. The 17th Century landmark combines its rich heritage with state-of-the-art conference facilities, offering the perfect venue for business networking and an engaging speaker programme.

Delegates will arrive at Crewe Hall on Monday, 26th January, for conference registration and a warm welcome. The afternoon programme will feature the AHDA AGM alongside dedicated time for valuable business networking. While the new-style AHDA Conference does not include a traditional exhibition hall, companies have the opportunity to secure a Promotional Company Display, located around the main speaker room and breakout areas.

Designed with networking at its heart, this option allows businesses to showcase their brand with a tabletop display and pull-up banners, providing a strong presence throughout the event. These displays will serve as a backdrop to key networking moments, including refreshment breaks and lunch, where company representatives can connect directly with delegates. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Monday 26th January

• 14:00 Welcome and registration

• 14:30 Networking around company promotional displays

• 15:00 AHDA AGM, all AHDA members welcome

• 15:30 – 18:00 Networking around Promotional Company Displays

• 18:30 Complimentary pre-dinner drinks

• 19:30 AHDA Conference Dinner in the oak panelled Long Gallery with industry speaker

Tuesday 27th January

• 08:30 Registration and coffee

• 10:00 Abbie Seager, CEO, Veterinary Medicine Directorate (VMD)

• 10:30 Jonathan Statham, Chairman, Animal Health & Welfare Board England (AHWBE)

• 11:00 Coffee break – Networking around Promotional Company Displays

• 11:30 Anthony King, Cloudpush Cyber crime

• 12:00 Arthur Redpath, Stonehaven Consulting

• 12:30 - 13:30 Working lunch on the hoof with networking

• 13:30 Anna Judson, British Veterinary Association (BVA) TBC

• 14:00 Dr Gustavo Sabatini, Boehringer Ingelheim

• 14:30 Sebastian Graff-Baker, Andersons Consulting

• 15:00 Tea break

• 15:00 - 17:00 Informal time around Promotional Company Display areas for linking up

• 17:00 End of Conference