NACC Training & Development Forum

Inspiration, innovation and leadership take centre stage at the NACC Training & Development Forum

As the countdown begins to the NACC Training & Development Forum 2026, excitement is building around a programme that promises to inform, inspire and equip care catering professionals with practical ideas they can put into action immediately.

Taking place on 14th – 15th October at the Hilton at St George’s Park, Burton-upon-Trent, this year’s Forum brings together an exceptional line-up of industry leaders, innovators and specialists to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of care catering. Building on the success of previous years, the programme combines expert keynote presentations, interactive masterclasses, live cookery demonstrations and invaluable networking opportunities, all designed to help delegates enhance nutrition, wellbeing and the dining experience for those in their care.

A major highlight of this year’s event is Michael Caulfield, Sports Phycologist whose keynote session is set to be one of the Forum’s most anticipated presentations. Bringing his extensive experience and fresh perspective, Michael will challenge delegates to think differently, embrace innovation and lead positive change within their organisations.

He joins an impressive speaker faculty including Sachin Parmer on AI and digital visibility, Sarah Restall on workplace wellbeing, Suzi Payton on neurodiversity, Toby Porter of Hospice UK, and experts from Seasons Care Dietitian Network – Canada, alongside leading dietitians and care professionals addressing topics ranging from food allergy safety and blood sugar management to texture-modified meals and emerging technologies.

For those unable to attend the full Forum, the NACC Supplier Exhibition on Thursday 15th October offers a fantastic free opportunity for health and social care catering professionals to discover the latest products, equipment and services, sample new food and drink innovations, meet leading suppliers, network with peers and watch inspiring live cookery demonstrations*.

Whether you attend the full Forum or visit the exhibition, the NACC Training & Development Forum 2026 offers an unrivalled opportunity to gain fresh insights, discover innovative solutions and leave inspired to raise standards across the care catering sector.

Delegate places are still available, for further information visit https://www.nacctraininganddevelopmentforum.co.uk/

* Exhibition-only registration provides access to the Supplier Exhibition and live cookery demonstrations only. It does not include entry to the keynote presentations or interactive masterclasses, which are exclusive to full Forum delegates.