FAQs

When will registration open?

Registration will open on Monday 13 April 2026.

When will registration close?

Registration for the face-to-face component of the conference will close on Friday 2 October 2026 at 23:59. Late registration will be available on-site at the conference venue but we recommend registering in advance to ensure that we can accommodate you.

Registration for the on-demand component of the conference will close on Friday 2 October 2026 at 23:59 and re-open on Monday 19 October 2026 until Wednesday 11 November 2026.

How much will registration cost?

What is the difference between on-demand and virtual attendance?

On-demand attendees will be able to access the conference platform from Wednesday 19 October – Sunday 15 November 2026.

In previous years, virtual attendees have been able to access a live stream of the plenary content during the live conference. This will not be available this year.

How can I pay for my registration?

You can register through the website using a number of different payment card options including VISA, Mastercard and American Express.

Invoice registration is available for those whose organisations wish to pay for them. Please follow the invoice booking process detailed below. The invoice registration deadline is Friday 4 September 2026. We are not able to provide invoice registration after this date.

How can I pay by invoice?

Please download and complete the invoice registration form which includes guidance on completing invoice registration.

Invoice registration form

Email this to [email protected] with a copy of your PDF purchase order document including the following information:

• Delegate name(s)
• Membership number(s)
  • Your membership number can be found on your personal profile and starts with ID
• Registration type     

Please see the example below for your purchase order:

Joe Smith ID23415
Full conference - in person - early bird
Musculoskeletal health workshop
Drinks reception

There should be one line item per individual delegate shown on the purchase order.

There is a one week grace period on registration rates for purchase orders. For example, a purchase order at early bird rates must be received by Friday 7 August 2026, one week after the early bird registration closes. Any purchase orders with incorrect rates will be returned and your registration will not be completed.

All purchase orders must be received by Friday 4 September 2026. Invoice registration is not available for late registrations.

Once we have all the necessary information to complete your invoice registration, delegates will receive an order confirmation and an invoice will be sent to the address on the purchase order. When you sign into your BSE member profile you may see that the transaction is unpaid but please do not worry; as long as you have your order confirmation you will be eligible to attend the conference. Once the invoice has been paid by your organisation the transaction will be settled by our finance team.

Where is the event being held?

The event will be held at the Manchester Central Convention Complex, Windmill St, Manchester M2 3GX.

How do I get there?

Visit our travel and accommodation page

What times will the conference be open?

• Friday 16 October 2026: 08:00 – 18:30
• Saturday 17 October 2026: 08:15 - 17:00

What time is registration?

Registration will open at 08:00 on Friday 16 October 2026. We recommend arriving with plenty of time to spare before the first session at 08:45 - we're often busy on the first morning of conference and you'll be able to grab a tea or coffee in the exhibition hall before the session starts.

Registration will open at 08:15 on Saturday 11 October 2026.

Will my information be passed to anyone else?

If you allow an exhibitor to scan your badge, they will be given access to your name, job title, organisation and email address.

To apply for study leave I need a Microsoft Word version of the programme. How can I get this?

This will be available soon.

How are you improving the sustainability of conference?

We are careful to ensure that the venues we choose meet key sustainability criteria.

Manchester Central sustainability programme 

We ask that you return your lanyard and badge holder at the end of the conference so that they can be recycled for future use.

Is the venue accessible?

Manchester Central is committed to providing access to all. You can find their accessibility information by clicking the button below.

View Manchester Central accessibility information

Please let us know about any access requirements at the point of registration. If your access needs change after registration, please email us at [email protected]. 

When will the Annual General Meeting take place?

This year the Annual General Meeting (AGM) will form part of the main programme and will take place at 13:30 on Saturday 17 October 2026 in the Exchange Auditorium. All BSE members are invited to attend.

When will the Honorary Fellowship, Fellowship and Lifetime Achievement awards be presented? 

More information about the awards will be available in due course. 

I'm breastfeeding, is there a space for me?

You'll find a space allocated exclusively for breastfeeding and baby care at the venue - please visit the registration desk to find out more.

I need to pray, is there a space for me?

You'll find a space allocated exclusively for prayer at the venue - please visit the registration desk to find out more.

I'm neurodiverse and need a quiet space, is there a space for me?

You'll find a space allocated exclusively for this purpose at the venue - please visit the registration desk to find out more.

Are you able to cater for my dietary requirements?

Please inform us of your dietary requirements during the registration process and we will do our best to accommodate them.

Is there luggage storage on site?

There will be space to store luggage on site. Please note that all bags must be searched on entry in accordance with security measures.

Are there any social events this year as part of the conference?

There will be a drinks reception held at 17:30 on Friday 16 October 2026 in the exhibition hall.

There will be a conference dinner held at 19:30 on Friday 16 October 2026 at the conference venue. More information will be available soon.

I'm new to conference and I'm not sure what to do!

Join our conference newbie meetups at 08:00 on Friday 16 October 2026 and 08:15 on Saturday 17 October 2026 in the exhibition hall. If you sign up at the point of registration, we'll provide more details on who to look out for closer to the time.

Our friendly staff are always on hand to answer any questions too.

What type of submissions do you accept?

In 2026, we are accepting submissions for abstracts. 

When are abstract submissions open?

Abstract submissions are open from Tuesday 7 April 2026 until Friday 15 May 2026.

Find out more about abstract submissions

When will abstract submissions be presented?

Abstracts accepted for oral presentation will be presented on Saturday 17 October 2026 from 14:45 - 15:30.

Abstracts accepted for poster presentation will be available for the duration of the conference.

When will prizes be presented?

Any prizes will be presented on Saturday 17 October 2026 at 16:30.

How many BSE points will I get for attending the conference?

Each day is now worth up to 6 BSE category I points, for a maximum of 12 for attendance at the full conference.

You can only accrue BSE points between Friday 16 October – Sunday 15 November 2026 and points will be awarded based on tracked attendance of sessions.

How has this changed from previous years?

This year, we have increased the maximum amount of BSE points available from 10 points to 12 points.

This change brings the BSE points allocation into line with other CPD providers such as the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) and the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) as well as aligning more closely with the hours of content accessed.

Points will be capped at 6 points per day, however additional content accessed on demand will also count towards this cap.

How is my attendance tracked?

When attending in person, you will be required to have your badge scanned on entry to each session.

When attending on demand, our system will track what you have watched. There is also a button on each page to confirm your attendance, as a failsafe.

What if I attend the face-to-face event and then re-watch it online?

BSE points are capped at a maximum of 12 for attendance at the full conference, however you access the content. If you have not attended enough sessions at the face-to-face event to collect 12 points, you can supplement this by viewing additional sessions online within the specified timeline.

I don't collect BSE points - what are my options?

Each day is worth 6 hours of echo lectures towards EACVI recertification.

We're applying for accreditation from a number of bodies within the UK and globally, and we hope to gain recognition of the high-quality education we're providing.

When will I get my certificate?

After the platform closes on Sunday 15 November 2026, we have to analyse the data to confirm who attended and then upload it to our system. This takes approximately 2-4 days.

We aim to send certificates in the week commencing Monday 23 November 2026.

Why won’t I get my certificate until after the on-demand platform closes?

Many delegates attend in person and then access the on-demand platform to view further sessions. For both system and staffing reasons, we need to allocate all points and send certificates at one time, after the on-demand platform closes.

What types of content will be available for the on-demand part of the conference?

You'll be able to access the recordings of the two lecture streams on-demand.

Workshops and other face-to-face events will not be recorded.

View the programme

How long will I have access on demand?

The recordings will be added to the platform as soon as possible with the aim of having them available by Wednesday 21 October 2026 and will then be available until Sunday 15 November 2026. During this time, you'll be able to obtain BSE points for watching the sessions.

After the on-demand period closes on Sunday 15 November 2026, members will be able to access the presentations on our website without accruing BSE points.

Can I watch the sessions live?

No, you can't - they will only be available on demand.

What do I need to access the content?

All you will need is your computer and a stable and reliable internet connection.

Please note that we cannot guarantee access from NHS devices due to individual organisational firewalls over which we have no control.

Will I be able to watch on a mobile device?

The conference platform is fully mobile responsive, however as you're watching presentations with detailed slides, you'll get the best experience on a larger screen.

Can we watch as a group?

It is possible to watch the presentations as a group, and we recognise the additional learning opportunities that this will provide, especially if watching as a department.

Please be aware that points can only be awarded to individuals who are logged into the session. Therefore, for registered delegates viewing the sessions as part of a group, please note that a separate login will be required to receive points for sessions attended. This can be done at a later time by logging into the sessions and accessing the webpage for that session.

Why will my information be passed to Verdicotts?

Verdicotts are supplying us with their services to run our virtual conference platform. Only the relevant information will be passed to them and this will be done in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

What other events will be taking place around BSEcho 2026 in Manchester?

As well as BSEcho 2026, we’ll hold:

• BSEcho 2026 conference dinner
• Foundations in research skills and techniques (FIRST) course
• Echo skills days

How do I register for these other events and courses?

Each of these events will have its own registration page and separate registration process. Please refer to the individual event for more information.