Annual Conference
Friday 8 - Sunday 10 May, 2026
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Theme: Pharmacy Communities: Local & Global Perspectives
Location: Royal Pharmaceutical Society, Edinburgh
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We hope you will be able to join us in beautiful Edinburgh for a sociable weekend of talks, visits and our Annual General Meeting.
Call For Papers
We welcome short talks (20 minutes), posters or panel submissions, either directly linked to the conference theme or any other aspect of pharmacy history that you’re currently exploring. Topics can exploring the history of Scottish pharmacy, as well as international perspectives.
You do not have to be an experienced speaker or seasoned researcher to take part - we are always very keen to support those new to pharmacy history. Perhaps you’d like to explore the history of a specific pharmacy? You might have a case study showcasing how you brought pharmacy history to your local community? You could explore the philanthropic work of a pharmacy figure.
Please Fill in the Form here: https://forms.gle/mHHyek2LFz3aH7iWA with a short outline of your proposed contribution (250 words) - or with any queries – by the extended deadline of 16 February, 2026.
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Queries to conference organiser Catherine Walker conference@bshp.org
Full programme details including an associated social programme and booking form will be issued with the Spring issue of our Gazette and via our website at www.bshp.org/events.
Please note Accommodation will not form part of the booking, Early booking of accommodation is recommended. Options include: Premier Inn Hub, Haymarket; Voco Hotel; The Resident Hotel. Other options are available.
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