Social event tickets are NOT included as part of your standard delegate registration, you must select a ticket that includes the socials.
The hotel bar at Dover Marina Hotel will remain open late each evening should attendees wish to order food or continue socialising in this area.
Sponsored by: TT Club
Join other conference attendees and exhibitors for a drinks reception at the Port of Dover, Cruise Terminal One (the conference venue) to welcome the start of the 2026 British Ports Association Annual Conference.
Attendees can collect their name badges early.
WHERE: Port of Dover, Cruise Terminal One
WHEN: 19:00 - 20:30, Tuesday 20 October
PRICE: Complimentary
DRESS CODE: Smart casual
Sponsored by: TBC
Network with fellow delegates at the Maison Dieu, an extraordinary Grade 1 listed building, founded more than 800 years ago, throughout the years has been transformed into the breathtaking venue it is today.
Enjoy drinks and canapes as you immerse yourself into the evening themed 'Dover Soul' an event you don't want to miss out on.
Shuttle busses will be provided to and from the event, pick up outside the Dover Marina Hotel (see event information page for timings).
WHERE: Maison Dieu, Dover, CT16 1DL
WHEN: 19:00 - 22:00, Wednesday 21 October
PRICE: £40 + vat* (contribution towards Maison Dieu)
DRESS CODE: Smart casual
Sponsored by: TBC
The conference space will be transformed into a glitzy awards venue for a delicious three course meal and drinks providing a perfect opportunity to celebrate the end of BPA 2026 at the Port of Dover, Cruise Terminal One and network with fellow attendees.
WHERE: Port of Dover, Cruise Terminal One
WHEN: 18:30 - 23:00, Thursday 22 October
PRICE: £75 + vat* (contrubution towards evening)
DRESS CODE: Smart formal
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