We are delighted to announce the return of the European Turtle Alliance Conference for 2026, taking place on:

Saturday 17th October 2026
Sunday 18th October 2026

Taking place at ARU Writtle University College, Essex, UK.

Held in association with Tortoise Welfare UK and the European Studbook Foundation, the conference will once again bring together leading voices from across the chelonian world for a weekend dedicated to tortoise and turtle conservation, husbandry, research, and veterinary practice.

Whether you are a veterinarian, veterinary nurse, zookeeper, researcher, student, private keeper, conservation enthusiast, or working in the trade, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn from international experts, exchange ideas, and connect with like-minded people from across the globe.

Confirmed speakers so far include:
* Casey Leone (Garden State Tortoise & Hermanni Haven, USA)
* Dr Pierre Moisson (A Cupulatta, Corsica)
* Dr Zach Bell (Okinawa Kame Centre, Japan)
* Luke Harding (Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Singapore)
* Matt Rendle (Association of Zoo and Exotic Veterinary Nurses, UK)
* Brian Horne (Asian Turtle Crisis, USA)
* Eleanor Tirtasana Chubb (European Turtle Alliance, UK)
* Tim McCormack (Asian Turtle Programme, Vietnam)
* Frauke Hustinx (Germany)
* Dr Peter Praschag (Turtle Island, Austria)
* Dillon Prest (Swallow Aquatics, UK)
* Dr Stefan Merz (Germany)

More speakers and presentation titles will be announced in the coming months.
Attendees can look forward to:
International expert speakers
CPD opportunities
Optional laboratory workshop
Trade and conservation displays
Conference notes and attendee resources
Networking opportunities throughout the weekend
Our popular Saturday evening meal

Following the success of our 2025 event, which welcomed over 130 delegates from six countries, we are excited to build an even bigger and better programme for 2026.

Registration details can be found on our website:
https://www.turtlesurvival.eu/european-turtle-alliance…/

Early bird tickets available until July 31st!

We look forward to welcoming you to another inspiring weekend dedicated to the welfare and conservation of turtles and tortoises.