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ADCH Conference 2025

ADCH Conference 2025

IMPORTANT NOTICE

It has come to our attention that ‘companies’ are contacting some of our Members and Exhibitors to offer them sale of attendee lists from ADCH Conference 2025. Unfortunately, this has become a more common occurrence for association conferences in recent years and is a sector wide problem.

Please read our full statement for further information about the scam and what to do if you are approached.


Join Us at the ADCH Conference 2025!

Following the outstanding feedback from our sell-out event in 2024, we are thrilled to return to Telford International Centre on 8–9 May 2025.

As the UK’s largest animal welfare conference, the ADCH Conference gathers around 550 delegates from the UK, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, and Isle of Man.

It’s the essential meeting place for professionals across the sector to share knowledge, insights, and best practices in animal care, welfare, and centre management.

Recognising the importance of building connections, we’ve ensured plenty of opportunities for networking throughout the event, allowing delegates to engage with peers, share experiences, and foster collaborations.

Every year, the conference attracts an exceptional mix of trade and industry experts, including insurers, pet food manufacturers, microchip providers, nutritionists, contractors, and other key specialists.

This year’s conference holds special significance as we celebrate ADCH’s 40th anniversary, making it an unforgettable event that you won’t want to miss!

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Purchasing your ticket

What’s included:

  • Access to all conference sessions on 8 – 9 May 2025
  • Conference programme and lanyard
  • Tea, coffee and lunch on each day
  • Conference delegate bag, packed with goodies from our sponsors and exhibitors
  • A seat at the Petplan and ADCH Animal Charity Awards dinner on 8 May 2025
  • Entry into the Exhibition Prize Draw
  • Certificate of attendance

Purchase your tickets now

Petplan & ADCH Animal Charity Awards 2025

About The Awards

The animal charity awards are a great opportunity to recognise the hard work and dedication put in by the teams and the individuals within the animal charity sector who have gone that extra mile to help rescue and rehome animals in need.

The three nomination categories are:

  • Animal Charity Team of the Year
  • Animal Charity Employee of the Year
  • Animal Charity Volunteer of the Year

Anyone could nominate outstanding charity teams or individuals, from pet owners and fellow charity staff and volunteers, to friends and family. Every nomination remains anonymous and all nominees were sent certificates to recognise their dedication and achievements; a great way to boost morale!

In early March, a panel of independent industry experts gathered to select the finalists.

The role of selecting the finalists and winners is an extremely tough job, and the judging panel put their own industry knowledge and experience to the test to discuss and agree who the finalists and winners in each category should be.

Each of the finalists have gone above and beyond with their commitment to excellence, making a positive impact to the lives of animals and we can’t wait to celebrate with them at the awards ceremony on Thursday 8th May.

Conference Programme

This year, we’re offering dedicated streams for Dogs, Cats, Management & Operations, Fundraising & Community, and Fringe Events, including our popular Small Pets Workshop.

You can find our latest draft programme here.

Venue and Travel

The Venue

Telford International Conference, International Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4JH

Travelling by Car

There are over 1500 car parking spaces on-site, all within easy walking distance of the venue.

Sat Nav Postcode: TF3 4JH

What Three Words: GENTLE, MOTIVATES, PARTY

Travelling by Train

Situated just over a mile from Telford Central Station, TIC is a 15 minute walk or two minute taxi drive away. There are regular services from Birmingham New Street, Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury.

Travelling by Plane

The International Centre is less than an hour by road from Birmingham International airport, with rail connections from Birmingham International Station.

Accommodation

There are lots of hotels nearby, to suit a range of budgets.

We have compiled a list of hotels for you to download here.

Opportunities to support the event

Details of our sponsor, exhibitor and advertising opportunities can be found here

Please note we expect to be a sell-out again this year, so encourage you to book early!

Code of Behaviour for Conferences & Events

The Code of Behaviour sets out the expected conduct for all attendees, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and organisers at ADCH events. It applies to both in-person and virtual events to ensure a respectful, inclusive, and professional environment for everyone.  You can find the full Code of Behaviour for Conferences & Events here.