Welcome to the VMG Distinctive Congress experience 2026
- The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon
- 22nd - 24th April 2026
We are excited to welcome you back to the VMG Congress 2026.
Our annual leadership Congress is tailored specifically to those currently in, or aspiring to be, in veterinary leadership roles — providing high-value learning, inspiration and practical support in an environment where leaders are truly seen, celebrated, supported and developed.
We are passionate about supporting veterinary leaders and aspiring leaders and this is reflected in this years theme of ‘United in Leadership”.
Special bulk discount available when you buy three or more tickets. Simply add the tickets to your basket and the discount will automatically be applied at the checkout.
Individual VMG membership costs just £168 ex VAT, full time students can join free of charge.
VMG Member Tickets
CPD Two Day Congress Pass - £525 (ex vat)
This ticket includes:
- Two day VMG Congress pass
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
- Please note this option does NOT include overnight accommodation, breakfast, evening meals or tickets to evening entertainment
non member Tickets
CPD Two Day Pass - £780 (ex vat)
This ticket includes:
- Two day VMG Congress pass
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
- Please note this option does NOT include overnight accommodation, breakfast, evening meals or tickets to evening entertainment
VMG Member Tickets
CPD Day Pass (Thursday)- £275 (ex vat)
This ticket includes:
- Congress pass for Thursday 23rd April
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
non member Tickets
CPD Day Pass (Thursday) - £375 (ex vat)
This ticket includes:
- Congress pass for Thursday 23rd April
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
VMG Member Tickets
CPD Day Pass (Friday)- £275 (ex vat)
This ticket includes:
- Congress pass for Friday 24th April
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
non member Tickets
CPD Day Pass (Friday) - £375 (ex vat)
This ticket includes:
- Congress pass for Friday 24th April
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
Join us at the presidents dinner
£65 plus vat
Join us at the President’s Dinner on Thursday 23rd April. This year’s theme ‘Here comes the sun’, is our way of celebrating positivity, warmth, and feel-good energy.
Whether chic garden party vibe, or cocktail elegance is more your style, we welcome your interpretation of sophisticated summer fun.
VMG Member Tickets
VMG Complete Congress EXPERIENCE tickets are NOW SOLD OUT But you can still purchase Congress tickets
This complete package includes:
- Two day VMG Congress pass
- Two night stay (Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd) in the Crowne Plaza Hotel including breakfast
- Wednesday 22nd Evening Welcome Party including light supper
- Ticket to The President’s Party night including three course dinner
- Access to the Crowne Plaza’s leisure facilities
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
non member Tickets
VMG Complete Congress EXPERIENCE tickets are NOW SOLD OUT But you can still purchase Congress tickets
This complete package includes:
- Two day VMG Congress pass
- Two night stay (Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd) in the Crowne Plaza Hotel including breakfast
- Wednesday 22nd Evening Welcome Party including light supper
- Ticket to The President’s Party night including three course dinner
- Access to the Crowne Plaza’s leisure facilities
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
VMG Member Tickets
VMG Essential Congress EXPERIENCE tickets are NOW SOLD OUT But you can still purchase Congress tickets
This ticket includes:
- Two day VMG Congress pass
- One night stay (Thursday 23rd) at the Crowne Plaza Hotel including breakfast
- Ticket to The President’s Party night including three course dinner
- Access to the Crowne Plaza’s leisure facilities
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate
non member Tickets
VMG Essential Congress EXPERIENCE tickets are NOW SOLD OUT But you can still purchase Congress tickets
This ticket includes:
- Two day VMG Congress pass
- One night stay (Thursday 23rd) at the Crowne Plaza Hotel including breakfast
- Ticket to The President’s Party night including three course dinner
- Access to the Crowne Plaza’s leisure facilities
- Free onsite parking
- CPD certificate