Active Kent & Medway Conference 2026

Save the Date: Wednesday 14 October 2026

Active Kent & Medway’s 2026 Conference will take place on Wednesday 14 October, 9:30 – 15:30, at the Kent Event Centre, Detling. Representatives from across health, leisure, local council, voluntary, sport and activity sectors, who share our vision to get more people, more active, more often, are invited to attend.

Bookings will open in September 2026

Keynote Speakers

We’re delighted to announce our keynote speakers for the conference:

• Andy Taylor, CEO, Active Partnerships National Organisation
• To Be Confirmed

Sharing Stories Q&A Sessions

Delegates will hear from representatives from across the sport and physical activity sector as they take part in two Q&A panel sessions with conference host Rob Smith, former BBC South East presenter.

Briefing Sessions

A range of partners will host a series of short briefing sessions.  Each session lasting 30 minutes, giving speakers an opportunity to share their information and resources and answer any questions.

Networking Wall

Back for 2026! Following the success of this feature in 2024 and 2025, organisations names and logos will be displayed on our networking wall. The wall shows the breadth of organisations in attendance and encourages collaboration and networking throughout the day.

Environmental Pledge Tree

Back for 2026! Delegates will have the opportunity to share their environmental pledges by adding them to our environmental pledge tree.

5 Minute Movement Breaks

Back for 2026! Natasha Brown will be with us delivering her 5-minute movement breaks, encouraging delegates to move more throughout the day.

Try Electric Bikes

Back for 2026! Kent County Council’s Active Travel Team will be on hand to give delegates the opportunity to learn more about sustainable travel options and take an electric bike for a spin. A chance to discover how active travel can support healthier lifestyles and greener communities.

We look forward to welcoming you to our 2026 Conference.