Join us in Bristol to hear from some leading experts and specialists from a variety of healthcare professions, who work with OA/TOF patients. It is also a great chance to chat with other members; meet the TOFS volunteers and staff team and meet other charities/associations representing other medical anomalies. All adults and children (over age 13 years) born with OA/TOF, parents, relatives, and healthcare professional’s welcome!
As this is an afternoon event, there will be tea and coffee for refreshments during the breaks, no food will be provided. The conference sessions are not appropriate for young children under the age of 13, and there will not be a creche. However, we understand some members will need to bring their young children, so we ask that you plan to have someone else attend with you, who is able to look after them whilst you are in the sessions.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Confirmed speakers and topics include:
Clare Skerritt
Paediatric Consultant, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
Helen Marks
Speech and Language Therapist, Bristol Children’s Hospital
Carole Melia
Transition pathway lead for Somerset Foundation Trust and TOF parent
Charles Shaw-Smith
Consultant in Clinical Genetics, Royal Devon and Heavitree Hospital
Keep an eye out for more to come!
How to get there:
The seminar will be held at St Michaels Centre, The Green, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, BS34 8PD.
It is also only a 3-minute walk or 2-minute drive from Bristol Parkway, with good train services from (amongst others) Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, London, and Glasgow.
Bristol Airport is a 30-minute drive away from St Michaels Centre.
This is very close to the M4/M32 junction. There is on-street parking on North Road, The Green and other surrounding roads. Some on-street parking may have restrictions so please note these before leaving your car. Next door, Bristol Parkway Station has a large multi-story car park that is open for all, only a 3-minute walk away from the Centre. This is by far the easiest and best parking option.
Do have a look at the map below for accessible parking spaces at St Michael’s, and their website for further information how to get there.
Nearby places to eat:
St Michael’s Centre has The Coffee Shop on site, a great place to grab some lunch ahead of the event. They are open on Saturdays 10am-2pm.
Additional places include:
- The Beaufort Arms, Stoke Gifford
- Abbeywood Retail Park, Stoke Gifford
- Winter Stream Farm, Hambrook
- The Fox Den, Stoke Gifford
- The Gifford Beefeater
Nearby places to stay:
Accommodation in the local area includes:
- The Village Hotel, Bristol
- Holiday Inn Express, Filton
- Travelodge, Filton, Bristol
- Double Tree by Hilton, Bradley Stoke
- Aztec West Hotel & Spa, Almondsbury
Any Questions
How much are tickets?
Tickets are free to TOFS’ Members, Associates and Health Professionals. If you wish to join TOFS, please sign up at – https://tofs.org.uk/join-tofs/
Though there is no charge to members, the event has a cost to TOFS, so please let the office know if you book and then can’t attend.
Where can I book my tickets?
You can book your tickets at: https://buytickets.at/tofs/1435152/r/TOFS
Is there a cancellation deadline?
Yes. If you can no longer attend, please let us know via info@tofs.org.uk no later than 3 days before the seminar.
Can I watch the seminar online?
This is an in-person event only and will not be live streamed. We encourage members to attend in person to get the full benefits of the event, listening to the speakers; interacting with the Q&A and discussion sessions; meeting other organisation representatives and TOFS volunteers; and chatting with other members of TOFS who will be attending.
Some of the presentations may be recorded and posted online at a later date.
Is this a TOFS party?
No, this is an information seminar.
Can I bring my child/children?
You may prefer not to as we kindly ask only children over the age of 13 years to attend. The conference sessions are not appropriate for children and there will not be a creche. Parents/ guardians are responsible at all times for their children/teens.
Will there be lunch?
No, but there will be tea, coffee and biscuits available during the refreshment breaks. You may also bring small snacks with you to the venue.
Will I get a chance to speak to other families / people affected by OA/TOF?
Yes, we will have an extended refreshment break to allow you a chance to chat with other members, talk to representatives of other organisations, and TOFS volunteers.
Is there wheelchair access?
Each room at St Michael’s Centre is accessible through using lifts and ramps. Doors and corridors are wide enough for standard wheelchairs. If you have any disability that may affect your access or participation in the event, please let us know when ordering your tickets.
If you have any further questions, please send them to us at info@tofs.org.uk
