BEVA

BEVA Congress, Europe’s largest equine veterinary event, taking place at the ICC Birmingham from 9-12 September 2026, is shining a spotlight on veterinary nurses this year with a dedicated nursing stream designed to support them at every stage of their career. Neatly reflecting the Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) theme of compassion and empathy, BEVA Congress’s VN programme emphasises the vital role veterinary nurses play within equine practice and aligns closely with the...

Nominations are currently open for the second year of our One to Watch Award - a prestigious acknowledgement of some of the brightest emerging talent in equine veterinary practice. Designed to recognise exceptional early-career equine vets who are already making a major impact, the award celebrates those driving excellence in clinical care, championing horse welfare, inspiring teams, and helping shape the future of the profession. The winner will be revealed at this year’s BEVA Congress at...

Equine nurses sit at the heart of patient care - advocating for welfare, supporting teams, and ensuring the fundamentals of nursing are never overlooked. At BEVA Congress 2026 , the Nurse Stream has been designed to recognise, support and empower that vital role, and it promises to be stronger, broader and more inclusive than ever before. We recently caught up with Kassie Hill , Nursing Team Leader at Liphook Equine Hospital and Nurse Stream Lead for BEVA Congress 2026, to talk about what...