This year's Staff Conference and Expo is packed with opportunities to explore, connect and be inspired.
You'll find:
- bookable sessions you can reserve in advance
- vibrant drop-in exhibitions available throughout the day
There's something for everyone - whether you're looking to learn, network, get hands-on, or simply be inspired by the amazing work happening across Westmorland and Furness.
Bookable sessions
Choose from a range of interactive and inspiring sessions taking place across both venues throughout the day. Spaces are limited, so book now to guarantee your seat!
How to book
You can book onto all sessions on TryBooking, right up until the time of the session. Simply view the full timetable below and follow the link to serve your spot.
View the Staff Conference and Expo's full timetable and book your place (PDF , 282KB)
If you can no longer attend a session you've booked, please cancel your place so a colleague or Member can join.
Drop-in exhibition areas
No need to book, just come along and explore!
Kendal Town Hall: themed exhibition rooms
Including:
- the Wellbeing and Support Hub
- the Workplace Essentials Hub
- the Everyday Empowerment Room
- the Moments and Milestones Room
- Our Ways of Working Zone
Hidden Treasures: visit the Mayor's Parlour
Discover one of Kendal Town Hall's hidden gems - the Mayor's Parlour. This small but fascinating room is filled with historic artifacts, from Queen Katherine Parr's Book of Devotions, to Kendal's civic sword, maces and town charters. Highlights include paintings by George Romney and Cuthbert Rigby's Hiring Fair on New Road Common (1898).
Whether you stay for five minutes or linger longer, it's a chance to explore Kendal's rich heritage in one remarkable room.
Brewery Arts: outdoor and interactive zones
- Green Wheels and Safer Roads
- The Green Zone (Digital Lounge)
View the Staff Conference and Expo's exhibition spaces and what's on offer