UK Cattle Lameness Conference 2026
Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th April 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol South – Cadbury House
You must be a member (or members guest) of the NACFT to attend the conference but don’t worry if you’re not its quick and easy to join by clicking the membership link below. Please speak to Emma (secretary) for support or further information.
Membership
Book Tickets
Booking is now closed, please contact Katy treasurernacft@gmail.com or Emma secretarynacft@gmail.com if you would like to attend.
Description
Wednesday 29th April 2026 - Conference Day
10:00 Chairman’s welcome – Alex Burrows
10:05 Gerwin Lamar – Speaking on DD and how it affects the skin.
10:35 James Wilson & Cherry Bedford – An update from the UK hoof Health Registry
10:45 – 11:15 Refreshments
11:15 – 12:00 Jamie Sullivan – Trimming in North America
12:15 Platinum Sponsors – No Bacz
12:30 Lunch & Networking
1:30 Sara Pederson – Sara will discuss findings from her PhD with the University of Nottingham exploring the impact of different hoof trimming techniques on claw horn lesion development.
2:00 Ilias Bodecis (Greek trimmer) – Trimming in Greece
2:10 Marian Sas Wislocki (Polish trimmer) – Trimming in Poland
2:20 Panel of Speakers – Question Time!
3:00 Refreshments & Networking
4:00 AGM
7:00 Gala Dinner
Thursday 30th April - On Farm practical workshops / demonstrations
Workshops with:
Jamie Sulivan
Gerwen Lamer
Daniel from Anka – Demo on hydraulic rams/motors
A hog roast will be supplied for lunch (vegetarian option available)
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NACFT Member Cat 1/Cat 2/Group Leader/Group Employee inclusive of both days with Gala Dinner FREE
Please provide your NACFT membership number which can be found on your profile page or email secretarynacft@gmail.com to find this out.
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NACFT Members Conference Day only - Free FREE
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NACFT Members Farm Day only FREE
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Member partner/son/daughter/sibling inclusive of both days with Gala Dinner £120
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NACFT Associate Member £120
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Conference Sponsor additional ticket £120
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Gala Dinner Only Ticket £50
Prices are plus VAT
Accomodation
Booking your accommodation is made directly with Doubletree by Hilton Bristol South – Cadbury House. In-House Reservations can be contacted on reservations@cadburyhouse.com or 01934 834343 option 2. Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Our discount is only available when quoting ‘National Cattle Foot Trimmers’ at time of booking. Rooms are priced at £145 per night for Bed and Breakfast for single occupancy (additional £10 per night for double occupancy). Our room allocations are reserved up until the 3rd March after which they will be released to the public.
