Best Practice Birmingham 2026 – Hotels near the NEC

Best Practice Birmingham is the flagship UK event for the general practice and primary care community, held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham. Organised by CloserStill Media, the event combines a free-to-attend, accredited CPD conference programme with a large exhibition showcasing the latest products, technologies and solutions for primary care. Attendees include GPs, practice nurses, practice managers, clinical directors, PCN leaders, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals working across the UK's primary care sector. With over 400 exhibitors and 500 sessions, the event offers extensive opportunities for professional development, networking and discovering new solutions to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiencies. The 2026 edition takes place on 7–8 October at the NEC Birmingham, co-located with Respiratory Professional Care. It is a trade-focused event open to UK-registered healthcare professionals and non-clinical staff working in primary care. Those working outside these parameters may be able to attend as paid delegates.