
WE ARE VERY PROUD TO PRESENT OUR KEY NOTE SPEAKERS: PROFESSOR TIM DRAYCOTT; PROFESSOR JAGTAR DHANDA AND PROFESSOR RAHUL KANEGAONKAR

Building on the successful 2022 “Simulation for Impact” Conference, this HEE SE Regional Conference to “Optimise Simulation” offers opportunities to present and share your simulation activity with e-Posters, short oral presentations and workshops all hosted in the splendid new Verena Holmes building including the extensive, well-equipped simulation suite.
Inspiring and challenging Keynote speakers of international renown are interspersed with sessions for you to present and discuss your work with a collaborative and supportive audience, and chances to visit the industry exhibition with all the leading suppliers.
This year we offer a pre-conference evening, with an informal but informative and engaging masterclass and a wonderful dinner in an enviable location on the top floor of Verena Holmes overlooking Canterbury.
Attending this conference will give you ample opportunities to learn with expert keynote speakers; share and learn with each other; be informed with updates from commercial providers; network, and find new collaborations. With, no doubt, some joy along the way!
Conference Aim
Attending this conference will give you ample opportunities to learn with expert keynote speakers; share and learn with each other; be informed with updates from commercial providers; network, and find new collaborations. With, no doubt, some joy along the way!

The video summary of 2022, commended on 4 points of excellence by GMC QA and awarded 5 CPD Points by the Royal College of Anaesthetists, is available above.
TICKET SALES
23rd May 5pm – 9pm SOCIAL EVENT, DINNER, MASTERCLASS AND ENTRANCE TO THE CONFERENCE 24th May £75 (ALL INCLUSIVE)
BOOK TICKETS USING THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/event-booking/book.aspx?event=299605

Come and join us in the incredible Verena Holmes building to experience gorgeous views of Canterbury Cathedral before taking part in an exciting masterclass followed by a 3 course meal with wine and soft drink options.
An example of the dinner menu is below, dietary requirements can be catered for.
Menu 1
Smoked salmon, leek, asparagus and parmesan tart
on a red onion marmalade with a sweet mustard & dill dressing, baby mixed leaves
or
Char-grilled vegetable terrine on a tomato & basil chutney
with a pesto infused vinaigrette and micro herbs
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Roasted lemon & herb chicken supreme on braised green
tarragon infused lentils and a redcurrant jus
or
Crispy wild mushroom, butternut squash & pea risotto cake
served with a creamy herb sauce
All served with fondant potato and a bundle of seasonal vegetables
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Teardrop tiramisu with amaretti biscuit
and chocolate sauce
or
Fresh tropical fruit salad in a brandy snap basket with
mango coulis and fresh blueberries
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Fresh coffee or tea with mint chocolates
Menu 2
Chicken & apricot terrine on a Kentish ale chutney
with a piccalilli dressing, baby leaves and micro herbs
or
Crispy goats cheese and basil filo parcel on
a red onion chutney with a pesto infused vinaigrette and balsamic dressing
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Roasted rump of lamb on a minted pea & shallot compote
served with a red currant jus
or
Roasted pepper, aubergine, courgette and flat mushroom wellington
served with vegetarian tarragon and red currant jus
All served with fondant potato and a bundle of seasonal vegetables
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Double layered lemon cheesecake with
fresh berries and a mango coulis
or
Fresh tropical fruit salad in a brandy snap basket with
mango coulis and fresh blueberries
******** Fresh coffee or tea with mint chocolates
The cost for the social event, meal, masterclass and access to the conference on the 24th is just £75.
Parking will be available on campus on the evening of the 23rd and further information is available below about hotels within walking distance.
24th May – 8am – 5pm CONFERENCE ONLY TICKETS £25
CONFERENCE ONLY TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED USING THE LINK BELOW:
https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/event-booking/book.aspx?event=299206

The timetable will be revealed soon but it promises to be a wonderful day to take part in workshops, listen to our amazing Keynote presentations from Prof Tim Draycott, Prof Jagtar Dhanda and Prof Rahul Kanegeonkar as well as being able to get hands on in the even bigger exhibition hall.
There will be a light lunch available.
24th May Conference ONLY £25

EXHIBITORS
We will be hosting exhibitors in another exciting and interactive exhibitor hall! We are pleased to confirm that all stands have been booked and it promises to be another great opportunity to get hands on with industry leading equipment!

Internet Access
Please use the information on this site:
https://cccu.canterbury.ac.uk/information-technology/working-on-campus/university-wifi/connect-to-wifi-guest.aspx (image only if you need it or think its worth putting in, if not details are below)
HOW TO CONNECT TO FREE GUEST WIFI
‘WiFi Guest’ is a free service for guests and visitors which is available across all campuses.
How to connect:
- Select ‘wifi-guest’ from the list of wireless networks presented on your device.
- You will be prompted to complete a form.
- Complete for with your reason for visit, name and email address
- Accept terms of use.
- You will receive an activation email
- Approve activation email
- You will now be connected to the guest wi-fi service.
Parking
As we are a city centre campus we have limited parking and encourage green transport where possible. Canterbury has excellent public transport networks. The bus station is a short walk away and we have 2 stations Canterbury East and Canterbury West.
If you are planning to drive to the conference we recommend the following:
Canterbury Park and Ride
Park and Ride offers staff, students and visitors the best value when driving in to Canterbury, compared to parking in inner city car parks. Parking and return coach into the city is just £4.00 per vehicle.
Canterbury City Council operates a Park & Ride Scheme at the Wincheap and New Dover Road Park & Ride car parks. The cost of £4.00 covers the cost of parking for the day, as well as coach travel to and from the city centre for the driver and up to six passengers.
https://www.canterbury.gov.uk/parking-and-roads/park-and-ride
For details of car parks around the city please go here and filter by location:
https://old.canterbury.gov.uk/parking-and-roads/find-car-park/
If you would like to get reimbursement for the parking, please contact ksssim@canterbury.ac.uk for an expenses claim form.
Hotels
The closest hotels to the CCCU campus are:
https://www.travelodge.co.uk/hotels/499/Canterbury-Chaucer-Central-hotel
https://www.hotelscanterbury.co.uk/
https://www.thesunhotelcanterbury.co.uk/
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rcshxhx-hampton-canterbury/?SEO_id=GMB-EMEA-HX-RCSHXHX
Student Ambassadors Needed

If you are a student at Verena Holmes and would like to be a part of the day, we are looking for 4 Student Ambassadors to help register attendees, direct and provide conference information.
Please apply here: