Curiosity Partnership Adult Social Care Research Festival 2025

Curiosity Partnership Adult Social Care Research Festival 2025

By The Curiosity Partnership

Join us for a day of exploring research, learning, and collaborating at the fourth Curiosity Partnership Adult Social Care Research Festival

Date and time

Location

Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG

King's Road Harrogate HG1 1XX United Kingdom

Agenda

9:45 AM

Registration


Join us for a brew and to pick up your registration pack whilst enjoying a spot of networking. There might even be a pastry or two on offer...

10:30 AM

Welcome


Getting the day started!

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Keynote speaker


More details to follow...

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Morning plenary

11:50 AM - 12:00 PM

Comfort break/ travel time

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Breakout session 1


Details of breakout sessions will be shared in advance with festival registrants so you can pick the one you are most interested in attending in this morning session.

12:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch


Lunch will be provided in the hotel restaurant and we've built in plenty of time for you to visit the conference stalls, visit the poster presentations and network.

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Lightning talks


Research findings and highlights delivered via short presentations to ignite your interest!

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Comfort break/ travel time

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Breakout session 2


As with the morning breakout, details of the sessions on offer will be shared in advance with festival registrants so you can pick the one you are most interested in attending after the lunch break.

3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Festival wrap up

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Networking

Good to know

Highlights

  • 6 hours, 45 minutes
  • In person
  • Paid venue parking

About this event

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Curiosity Partnership Adult Social Care Research Festival 2025

Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities. Connect with other research-curious people, learn about the latest research in adult social care, and join the debate about how evidence can help you in your role.

This in-person event will take place at the Crowne Plaza, Harrogate.

The festival will bring together residents, researchers, practitioners, policy makers, research facilitators and community groups from across the Curiosity Partnership to share experiences and learn together.

An outline programme can be found below. The full programme for the day will be published/ shared with registrants before the event.

Reserve your place today - we anticipate that this event will generate a lot of interest and we don't want you to miss out! If you have any questions about the festival which aren't covered in the FAQs, please drop us a line at Curiosity HQ (curiosity-partnership@york.ac.uk) and we will be happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get to the festival via public transport?

Absolutely! Harrogate train station is 0.6 miles (15 minutes walk) from the festival venue. The number 2 bus (to Bilton) leaves from the bus station, located outside the train station, every 20 minutes. The venue is three stops along the route - get off at the Civic Centre.

Can I park at the venue?

There is parking at the venue, charged at £12 per day. Please remember to enter your registration at the hotel reception on arrival.

Are there electric vehicle charging facilities at the venue?

Yes, there are two charging stations in the underground car park at the conference venue. They are privately operated, charging details and usage instructions are clearly displayed.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes, the venue is accessible with ADA-compliant access routes/ lifts to all levels. If you have any questions about accessibility or individual requirements that we need to be aware, please get in touch with the Curiosity team at curiosity-partnership@york.ac.uk to discuss how we can support you.

Is there accessible parking available?

Yes, there are accessible parking spaces available at the venue. Please indicate during registration if you require accessible parking and we will be in touch.

I've never been involved in research before - is this festival for me?

Absolutely it is! The Curiosity Partnership welcomes anyone with an interest in how research can help answer questions in adult social care. No prior knowledge or experience is required - just an enquiring mind. Our festivals are also a great opportunity to network.

Do I need to print/ bring a ticket or proof of registration?

No, let's be kind to the trees and save paper! As long as you have registered you will be on our list and we'll be expecting you on the day. There is no need to show or print a ticket, just head to the registration desk when you arrive and we will check you in.

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The Curiosity Partnership

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Nov 13 · 09:45 GMT