Join us for dinner at the UKCDAs 2026

This year, we’re excited to host the UK Career Development Awards on the evening of the first day of Conference - Wednesday 2 December - at the Burlington Hotel (replacing the Conference Dinner).

Join us for an inspiring and celebratory evening recognising some of the outstanding careers professionals and their achievements across the career development sector. It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate success, connect with peers, and be part of a truly memorable occasion.

Enjoy a delicious three-course meal, drinks, and a lively atmosphere - perfect for networking and celebrating in style.

Further details on the awards theme and booking will be available soon.

Dinner dress is business/casual.


Example dinner schedule: 

7.00 pm : Drinks reception (Mezzanine)
7.30 pm : Dinner (Work and Play, 3&4)
9.30 pm : Music and networking
11.00 pm : End of event

Please note that the venue will contact you closer to the time of the conference to make your menu choices and notify them of any dietary requirements. 

Example of what's included:

• Welcome drinks upon arrival
• 3 Course meal
• 1/2 Bottle of wine with dinner - Non-alcoholic alternatives available. 

Why attend?

Continuous learning is at the core of being a career development professional, whether that is through gaining new experience, reflecting on previous interactions, gathering feedback or attending CPD events such as this one. Your attendance at the conference is an important part of maintaining and building on your knowledge and skills, benefiting you and your clients.

We limit the keynote and panel sessions to focus on select key topics that will be of interest to all attendees. Then, for the rest of the day, you will have the opportunity to choose from several concurrent workshops covering an array of topics that will help enhance your area of practice.

This enables you to make this your conference, creating an agenda that best suits your needs and interests.

Getting to the conference venue

The conference will take place at: Burlington Arcade, 126 New Street, Birmingham,B2 4JQ

For directions via train, car and by foot, including a map, please visit the venue's website.

Please note that there is no on-site parking available at the hotel. However, concessionary rates are available at nearby city centre car parks. The B4 Car Park (postcode B4 6DG) is approximately a 9-minute walk from the hotel. More information here.

If you are driving, please check your route and allow plenty of time to get to the venue, as the Birmingham Christmas Market is open and there may be route changes or road closures.