THE NATIONAL MATERNITY SAFETY CONFERENCE 2026
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Everything you need to prepare for the conference and evening reception.
The countdown to Baby Lifeline's seventh annual
National Maternity Safety Conference has begun!
This year’s theme, Next Steps for Safer Care: From Insight to Implementation, will bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, families and system leaders to explore practical solutions for improving maternity safety.
Key Information
Evening Reception
🗓️ Tuesday 15th September
7:00 PM
Brightsmith on the Water
This year’s Evening Reception will start at 7pm in Brightsmith on the Water located within The Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Tuesday 15th September. Hot and cold bowl foods will be served, along with drinks.
Dress Code: Business attire is encouraged for the Evening Reception. Smart business wear is recommended, although formal attire is not required.
Conference
🗓️ Wednesday 16th September 9:30 AM The Princes Suite
Venue Address:
The Hilton Birmingham Metropole,
National Exhibition Centre, Pendigo Way,
Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1PP
Registration and Access
Our Baby Lifeline team will be on hand to register you and direct you to your stand.
You will have access to the venue from 6:30am on the day. We ask that set up is complete by 8.15am (please leave enough time for the setup of your space).
The exhibition room will be open to delegates between 8:30am – 9.25am, ahead of the opening address, which starts at 9:30am.
Please ensure 1 representative remains on your stand throughout the day.
There is WiFi available at the venue and the code will be supplied on the day.
If you have arranged for items to be delivered please see below:
Accessing your delivery once onsite
To collect your delivery, please call security on 0121 780 6340, where a member of the security team will meet you at the Monarch Foyer in order to sign out your delivery items.
Please note, all deliveries require a signature and it is the responsibility of the signatory to transport all items to the designated function room. Please advise in advance if you require any porterage assistance and we will cost out your requirements.
This year’s exhibition room is fully booked so please allow plenty of time for set up.
Collection, post-event
Breakdown can begin from 4pm, after the final tea and coffee break. Following the conference, all items are to be removed from the function rooms and need to be collected immediately. A completed ‘returns label’ should be attached to each item.
It is the responsibility of the onsite client/exhibitor to transport all items to the storage room or, if required, the Monarch lock up. The hotel may dispose of leftover items if not collected within 24 hours of the conference ending.
Important Venue Access Information
Please note that refurbishment and maintenance works are currently taking place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole ahead of #MatSafety2026.
During the conference, the main front entrance will be closed, so delegates should enter the hotel via the LivingWell entrance. The hotel will have clear signage and welcome desks in place to help direct guests on arrival.
Please use the map below to familiarise yourself with the recommended arrival route and key areas of the venue.
On arrival:
- Please enter via the LivingWell entrance
- Conference registration will take place at the main Reception area
- Follow the hotel signage and welcome desks for directions
- Please note that one lift by the main concierge desk is currently out of order
We look forward to welcoming you to the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on Wednesday 16th September 2026 for #MatSafety2026.
Conference Participation
Asking Questions During the Conference
We will be taking all questions through Slido, which will be live throughout the conference.
Delegates can submit questions directly from their mobile device and participate in interactive polls during selected sessions.
Please note: Slido will become active on the morning of the conference and will remain live throughout the day.
To join Slido, visit Slido.com and enter the event code #MatSafety2026.
Important Information
Photography at the Conference
Baby Lifeline's photographer will be taking photographs throughout the day. By attending the conference and exhibition, you are giving your permission to be photographed. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let a member of the Baby Lifeline team know on the day.
Important Information
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us on support@babylifeline.org.uk to discuss any access requirements.
The Hilton Birmingham Metropole offers good accessibility, with Blue Badge parking, step-free access, lifts with audio announcements and tactile buttons, and numerous accessible public toilets on the ground floor.
Important Information
The Venue & Travel
Car parking is £14 for the whole event, however, car parking spaces are subject to availability and are not guaranteed. Car parks are located through the security barrier, there is a daily charge and we have secured a discount code: QIPVA.
The hotel car park is operated by ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition). You will need to use the unique event code which we will provide closer to the time, this will allow you to have access to the reduced rates.
Prior to departure, we recommend paying online via www.bhmparking.co.uk and choosing the first option, “Pay As You Go Parking”, for a quick and easy exit.
We recommend paying online to avoid queues at reception, either by pre-registering the car registration details before arrival at the hotel, or by settling the charge once at the venue. If you’re staying overnight, please advise Reception of your car registration during your stay, or prior to departure.
Vehicles must be kept in the car parks and not left by the venue – you may be towed away or fined.
Additional parking is available in the NEC car parks, these car parks are out of the hotel’s control and charges are variable. All charges are payable by the individual.
Stay Connected
Join the Conversation
Share your experience, key takeaways and favourite moments from the National Maternity Safety Conference 2026.
Use the hashtag #MatSafety2026 and tag Baby Lifeline in your posts throughout the conference and evening reception.
We look forward to welcoming you to our
National Maternity Safety Conference on Wednesday 16th September.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Email support@babylifeline.org.uk and a member of the team will be in touch.