This year’s BIPOSA takes place
on Wednesday 30th September – Friday02nd October, 2026
at the Titanic Hotel, Stanley Dock, Liverpool
General
BIPOSA is a three day meeting.
Registration will be confirmed on receipt of payment only. BIPOSA does not reserve places.
Everyone (including speakers, moderators, presenters, poster authors) has to register and pay to attend BIPOSA. There are no free places. Options to register daily, for two days or three days. We offer a reduced rate for BIPOSA members and for orthoptists only to attend Thursday & Friday. We offer a reduced rate for medical students and foundation doctors. There are no other reduced rate combinations. It is less expensive if you register and book for all three days
BIPOSA membership registration fee rate
BIPOSA members ONLY receive the member rates. BIPOSA membership is valid subject to approval by the Executive Committee PLUS payment of an annual subscription fee. BIOS membership does not count as BIPOSA membership.
If you are not a member and would like to join BIPOSA, please refer to the membership section. If you believe you qualify, submit your application before registering for the meeting, as retrospective membership applications are not accepted. If you register as a member but are not yet a member, a £100 administration fee will be charged. If you are unsure about your membership status, please contact us before registering
Invoices
Cancellation policy
Before 31st August 2026, all refund requests are subject to a £75 administration fee (PLUS card processing fees). We will refund you by payment method minus the £75 plus card payment processing fees. Please provide a doctor note or letter of extenuating circumstances for requesting a refund.
After 01st September 2026 we will consider your request for a refund; however, this is not guaranteed and will only be granted in extenuating circumstances. Examples include serious illness (not minor illness), bereavement, or hospital admission. Requests related to minor illness (e.g., cough or cold), technical issues, study leave issues, transport or childcare problems, or travel cancellations are not considered extenuating circumstances. Please provide appropriate supporting evidence with your request. Any refund granted after 01st September will be subject to a £150 fee
Medical students and FY1 & FY2
Medical students and Foundation Dr 1&2 – email ID and list of requirements for meeting
Medical Student special daily rate of £90 – university photo ID required, email ID with requirements for payment details
Foundation Dr level 1 or 2 special daily rate of £120 – hospital photo ID required, email ID with requirements for payment details
Reception on Wednesday evening
Venue and ticketing details
- Reception venue – Rum Wharehouse, Titanic Hotel, Stanley Dock, Regent Road, Liverpool, L3 0AN
- Free event for those with a meeting ticket (pre-booking essential)
- Doors open at 6.00 pm and reception ends at 7.30 pm
- Dress code: smart casual
Dinner on Thursday evening
Venue and ticketing details
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- Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head, Liverpool, L3 1DG
- Ticketed event. Price £80 includes a set 3 course dinner and dancing
- Doors open at 7 pm. Meal served between 7.45 pm and 10.15 pm
- Event ends at midnight
- Dress code: smart casual
Dietary Options
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- Allergies will only be catered for if notified at the time of booking
- A vegetarian or vegan meal will be provided if requested at the time of booking (vegetarian will be provided if halal has been requested)
- Please note that changes cannot be made on the night and any menu swap on the night will incur a fee
Important registration dates
Early bird registration closes: 10 am on 08th June 2026
Pre meeting registration closes: 10 am on 25th September 2026
Last date for refund request: 31st August 2026 – refer to cancellation policy
Registration fees
BIPOSA member
BIPOSA Member consultant full meeting £390.00
BIPOSA Member orthoptist full meeting £320.00
BIPOSA Associate Member full meeting £320.00
BIPOSA member daily rate £150
Non-member
Non-member consultant or SAS full meeting £440.00
non-Member Orthoptist band 8a-d, 9 or Head orthoptist full meeting £440.00
Allied health professional (nurse, vision scientist, optometrist, ODP) full meeting £390.00
Non-member medic in training or clinical / fellow full meeting £390.00
Non-member orthoptist full meeting (band 7 or lower) – HPC number required £370.00
Non-member daily rate £180
Special orthoptist rates for Thursday and Friday only * HPC number required
BIPOSA Orthoptist Member – Thurs/Fri special rate £270.00
Orthoptist non-Member band 7 or lower – Thurs/Fri special rate £320.00
Orthoptist non-member 8a-d, 9 or Head – Thurs/Fri special rate £350.00
Medical students and Foundation Dr 1&2 – email ID and list of requirements for meeting
Medical Student special daily rate of £90 – university card photo ID required, email ID for payment link
Foundation Dr level 1 or 2 special daily rate of £120 – hospital photo ID required, email ID for payment link
Social events
Reception on Wednesday evening free
Dinner ticket on Thursday evening – dinner and disco at Museum of Liverpool £80.00