NWR National Conference 2026 Norwich
‘Cutting the Mustard’
Day Conference
Thursday, 24 September 2026
at Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road, Norwich NR1 1JE
Optional Evening Event – dinner and entertainment
Wednesday, 23 September 2026 – 6pm-11pm
at The Maids Head Hotel, 20 Tombland, Norwich NR3 1LB
Venues
*Please note – Dinner on Wednesday will be served upstairs in the Minstrel Room where we regret that due to the nature of the old building there is no lift.
Details for dinner venue on Wednesday evening
The Maids Head Hotel claims to be the oldest hotel in the UK, being in continual use as a hotel since the 1090s. It certainly has a long and rich history. The first Norman Bishop of Norwich, Herbert de Losinga had his original palace here, and it has been reputedly frequented by guests such as Horatio Nelson and Edith Cavell.
After dinner entertainment will be provided by Brian O’Leary, a member of the prestigious Magic Circle.
Details for main day conference venue
Carrow Road Football Stadium, Norwich
Carrow Road is a short, level walk from the station. For delegates coming by car there is a free onsite car park. This car park is shared with the Holiday Inn so please park at the appropriate end. If in doubt ask at the manned kiosk.
Please make your way to the Gunn Club on level 1 of the stadium.
This can be accessed via the main entrance, or the side entrance with easy access. Lifts and loos are available at all levels.
There will be hanging space for coats, a designated area for any luggage and a table for a book swap.
Closing date for bookings is: Saturday, 1 August 2026
Full details of the event can also be found on the booking site.
GENERAL INFORMATION
There is a lot of information to digest so please read carefully before progressing on to your booking!
PLEASE NOTE
We are using an alternative booking site for this event called Bookwhen so it will appear slightly different than normal. Bookings will be handled by the Conference Planning Team who will be on hand to help.
Payment will not be made when booking your ticket, but instead will be made by bank transfer to the designated Conference Planning Team account (in the name of Marion Watts). Full details can be found on the booking site.
Cost: (this does not include accommodation)
£95 Thursday Conference Day Package
£137 Thursday Conference Day Package and 2 course dinner on Wednesday evening
£145 Thursday Conference Day Package and 3 course dinner on Wednesday evening
* You will need to purchase a day conference ticket in order to book a workshop.
* Tickets are non-refundable so you may want to consider taking out your own insurance.
Please click on any of the links in the sections below to view and download the information.
Explore Norwich
Maps, travel, accommodation and places to eat
The nearest hotels to the venue are the Holiday Inn (adjacent to the football stadium) and the Premier Inn (near the train station)
Ticket holder Information
(This section may include further updates as new information becomes available, so please check before the event date.)
Ticket Holders do not need to bring their tickets with them as we will have all booked guests on our registration list.
In an effort to be as sustainable as possible, we will not be providing delegate packs or handouts at the Conference, but will instead display the programme and other useful information for attendees.
Members will be required to register themselves in person where they will also receive their name badge. This is due to fire and safety regulations.