Frequently Asked Questions

Although the clinical conference is aimed at small animal veterinarians - there's something for all members of the veterinary team at BVA Live. This includes:

• Veterinary Surgeons
• Veterinary Nurses
• Veterinary Assistants
• Veterinary Students
• Practice Owners/Managers

There are 3 easy ways to register:

• Online: Register your interest
• By Phone: +44 (0) 2476 719 687
• By Email: bvalive@closerstillmedia.com

Once you are registered you will:

• Receive a confirmation with your registration code and receipt.
• Hear about programme and speaker updates.
• Get exclusive news and discounts from our exhibitors.
• Your delegate badge will arrive in the mail about two weeks before the show.

Full conference passes can be purchased for £299+VAT* by filling out the registration form. *BVA Members will receive a 50% discount. Additionally, the BVA and CloserStill Media are sponsoring 2,000 educational bursaries.

If you’re a UK veterinary professional who previously attended BVA Live, the London Vet Show, a member of the BVA, or currently seeking financial aid, you are eligible to use an educational code to waive the full cost of attending BVA Live.

Eligible veterinary professionals will be contacted via email or phone. If you haven't been contacted but think you are eligible call us at +44 (0) 2476 719 687.

To discuss group bookings, student rates and further discounts, please call our delegate liaison team, at +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or email bvalive@closerstillmedia.com. View the pricing page here.

Registration includes full access to both days to the exhibition hall and all theatres.

Please note: Proceedings will be available online before the conference and won't be printed.

For more information and for registration assistance, please let us know by calling us at +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or emailing bvalive@closerstillmedia.com.

Educational bursary tickets can be cancelled before the 30th April, if you do not cancel your pass and don’t attend BVA Live, you will be liable to pay a £99+VAT non-attendance fee.

Passes cannot be transferred to BVA Live 2026, but in some instances may be transferred to a colleague. For any enquiries about your pass, please contact us by calling us at +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or email bvalive@closerstillmedia.com.

Paid-for passes can be refunded up until the 30th April 2026. A service charge of 25% will occur. After this date, no refunds for registrations will be available.

If you are not able to attend once you've registered, your pass is transferable to another member of your practice. Please contact us by calling us at +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or emailing bvalive@closerstillmedia.com to transfer the ticket.

At the moment we accept the registration via any VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Maestro and Solo. Please note that all fees need to be paid in full at the time of registration. If you have any issues registering please contact us on +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or send an email to bvalive@closerstillmedia.com.

Group discounts, as well as discounted tickets for students, are available. BVA members will also receive discounts on the best available price. For more information please contact us on +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or send an email to bvalive@closerstillmedia.com

We apologise for any issues you may have, please contact us by calling us on +44 (0) 2476 719 687 or emailing bvalive@closerstillmedia.com and we are happy to help you any time.

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• 11 March 2027: 8:45am - 6pm
• 12 March 2027: 8:45am - 5pm

The registration area is open from 7:45AM each day, be sure to arrive promptly to ensure an early start to the event.

Click here for a venue map of the NEC Birmingham

Hall 2, NEC BIRMINGHAM
North Ave
Marston Green
Birmingham
B40 1NT

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In partnership with Event Express, we've secured discounted rates at a selection of Birmingham hotels. We're able to offer you convenient and affordable options for your trip to Birmingham. Event Express is the only hotel provider endorsed by BVA Live, and we encourage you to book through them early for the best selection and price.

Need Help? If you have any questions or would like to reserve alternative accommodation, please contact Event Express directly on +44 (0)1905 732 737 or email reservations@eventexpressuk.com.

Virtually all roads lead to BVA Live, whether you're travelling by train, plane, or car. There are various options available, please visit our travel section to find your best way.

Getting around Birmingham and the region is easy thanks to the great network of public transport, including buses, trams and trains. 

Network West Midlands has all the online timetables and fare information you need with easy ticket buying and route planning. 

More and more local buses have facilities such as low floors for easy access for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Please remember that you need to give the exact fare to the driver as you board.

The cashless way to travel. Simply load credit to your card to buy single, return and day tickets on the bus and tram.

No more hassle finding the exact change, just ask your bus or tram driver for your ticket when you board. With most bus operators accepting Pay As You Go and offering a discount, as well as discounted fares on Midland Metro if you pay cash on the bus or tram then switch today to start saving.

When it comes to exhibition parking, it’s rare to be spoilt for choice. Yet with over 16,500 spaces available you won’t need to search for a spot - once your satnav has brought you to the NEC, follow the signs for the show you're visiting. What’s more, in addition to a vast choice of spaces you can also pick from a range of payment methods including Pre-Paid Parking. Find out more on the NEC website.

Pre-pay for parking online before the day of your visit and you can make a saving of £5* (T&C's apply). That's one less thing to think about on the day! *Offer only applies to the standard on-the-day rate.

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Birmingham Airport is right on our doorstep. Simply take the free and fast air-rail link to Birmingham International Railway Station located at the upper level of Terminal 1. The train runs every two minutes and only takes 90 seconds. When you arrive just head straight through to the NEC.

Visit our travel section for more information and flight discounts.

You may be required to obtain a visa if you are travelling from outside the EU, EEA or Commonwealth. Go to gov.uk to find out more!

We will do our best to accommodate your needs, please email us at bvalive@closerstillmedia.com or call us at +44 (0) 2476 719 687 for any assistance.

The NEC aims to be fully accessible and user-friendly for disabled visitors. Visit their website for a quick guide to some of our facilities – if you would like to know more,  don't hesitate to get in touch. Find out more

Yes. Please email us at bvalive@closerstillmedia.com or call us on +44 (0) 2476 719 687 for information about the current floorplan.

All our attendee badges are encoded with your name, address, phone, organisation, and e-mail address (if applicable). Exhibitors obtain this information only if they scan your badge in the exhibition. If you do not wish to share your information, please do not have your badge scanned.

You can view the current 2026 exhibitor list here.

You can view our Conference programme here.

BVA Live is accredited for up to 17 hours of CPD for vets and vet nurses.

The conference programme features more than 100+ internationally renowned speakers, delivering 120+ hours of accredited education. It has been designed to cover all species and a broad range of clinical and business topics so no matter what your interests and needs are, you will get the knowledge and advice you need at BVA Live.

Don't forget to pick up your Certificate of Attendance at the CPD Point at BVA Live!

Certificates will be available to collect from CPD Collection Point on the attendee’s last day and also send via email within 2 weeks post event.

With over 120+ hours of world-class content this year, we will be offering this year’s lectures online after the show at Vet Show Academy for £99+VAT (registrants only).   Please call the delegate team on 02476 719 687 or email bvalive@closerstillmedia.com for more information or go to academy.vetshow.com to purchase presentations from our Global Vet Show Portfolio.

We understand the need to stay connected, which is why we provide free visitor Wi-Fi across the NEC - no code required.

Lunch is not provided at BVA Live, however there are plenty of food options throughout the NEC which you can view here. There will be food trucks available on the show floor, which will be confirmed nearer to the event.

Water stations are available throughout each day within the exhibition hall.

We know that it can be hard to leave your little ones behind. If you would like to bring your newborn or toddler to the show, that is ok if you use a sling or pram. Please let us know if you plan to bring your children to BVA Live so we can cover the appropriate health and safety paperwork by emailing bvalive@closerstillmedia.com. There will also be a family room at BVA Live which is available to you with feeding, pumping and changing facilities, comfy chairs and a few spare bits and bobs you may need.

Let us know you're bringing baby/child

Smoking is not allowed anywhere inside the venue aside from our designated smoking areas. No excuses, no exceptions. This also applies to e-cigarettes and vaping. Our designated smoking areas are outside the Piazza entrance, the Piazza garden (weather and daylight permitting) and just off the Atrium main entrances.

It happens to us all, so if you’ve lost something at BVA Live head to our Organisers Office or the NEC Security Office at either the Piazza or Atrium and we’ll do our best to help. Alternatively, call the NEC Lost Property Department on 0121 767 3883.

Please collect your delegate bag from the info point; this includes the Official Show Guide, notepad, pens and other information from our sponsors and partners.

Please note: Proceedings will be available online before the conference and won't be printed within the show guide.

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