OUCH (UK) SUMMER CONFERENCE BIRMINGHAM 14TH JUNE 2026
OUCH (UK) SUMMER CONFERENCE BIRMINGHAM 14TH JUNE 2026
-- Registration is NOW OPEN!
The wait is over. You can now officially book your place for the OUCH (UK) Summer Conference 2026 in Birmingham!
Join us on Sunday, 14th June 2026, at The Exchange for a day dedicated to support, education, and the latest breakthroughs in Cluster Headache research. This event is a lifeline for our community, and we can’t wait to see you there.
-- Secure Your Spot Here:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/register?id=41&reset=1
--️ Event Details:
Date: Sunday, 14th June 2026
Location: The Exchange, 3 Centenary Square, Birmingham
What to expect: Specialist Q&A sessions, research updates, and the chance to meet fellow "cluster heads" in a safe, understanding space.
Note: Space is limited at this venue, so we recommend registering early to guarantee your seat. Whether you are a long-time member or this is your first time reaching out, you are incredibly welcome.
Dorothy
OUCH (UK) Trustee
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Have you booked your place yet?
The OUCH (UK) Summer Conference this year will be in the heart of the West Midlands!
Whether you are a sufferer, a supporter or a medical professional, this is a vital opportunity to connect, learn and share experiences in a supportive environment.
Why Attend?
Cluster Headache is often called "suicide headache" due to its intensity. Our conferences are designed to ensure no one has to face this condition alone.
Expert Speakers: Hear from leading neurologists and headache specialists about the latest trials, research and treatments.
Community Support: Meet others who truly understand the impact of CH on work, life and family.
Practical Advice: Gain insights into managing attacks and navigating the healthcare system.
The Venue
Located in the historic former Municipal Bank, The Exchange is a stunning, accessible venue on Birmingham’s Centenary Square opposite the iconic Library of Birmingham, just a 10-minute walk from Birmingham New Street station.
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS FOR THE EVENT:
Professor Peter Goadsby, Professor of Neurology, King's College Hospital, London, patron and chair of OUCH (UK)
OUCH (UK) Trustees and Officers
More to be announced.
Breakout sessions
OUCH Advice Line Breakout Session
Medics Session
Oxygen Workshop – practical guidance on using oxygen therapy
Supporters of Sufferers - dedicated session for carers and loved ones
There will be a quiet room with 02 available.
Throughout the day there will be plenty of opportunities to chat to our speakers, trustees and officers, as well as other sufferers and supporters. Back again by popular demand will be a targeted set of group discussions on various topics that affect sufferers.
A light sandwich lunch and morning and afternoon refreshments will be provided. If you have any food allergies or special requirements please let us know during the booking process.
Some kind comments from attendees at previous events:
"Was a member, going to renew subscription"
"Great day, very positive and great to hear from sufferers"
"Thank you for such a wonderful event! It was lovely getting to know OUCH UK trustees and officers"
"Fantastic, clinical information not withheld from patients"
"Thank you! Good level of humour and sympathy; more for supporters too"
"Brilliant!"
"Great info received from very knowledgeable staff and patients. Very good day and look forward to visiting again"
"I’d be interested in helping to set up localised meetings; a lot of other people I spoke to would be interested too"
"Willing to travel any distance to attend again"
"Would travel as far as needed to attend again, THANK YOU"
"Travel anywhere! INCREDIBLE!"
"Found it really nice to be there, very welcome and supportive. Thanks for organising and having us!"
Book your place here:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/register?id=41&reset=1
Members please note: When you book your ticket online you MUST be logged into the OUCH (UK) website as a current member to be able to book your discounted ticket. Member pricing will show on the booking page when you are logged in.
OUCH Member £6.00
Non-Member £12.00
Child under 12 £1.50 - £3.00
Dorothy
OUCH (UK) Trustee
Don't miss the opportunity to meet your CH family! This event is a lifeline for our community, and we can’t wait to see you there.
Book here:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/register?id=41&reset=1
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, 14th June 2026
Location: The Exchange, 3 Centenary Square, Birmingham.
SEE YOU THERE!
Dorothy
OUCH (UK) Trustee
Have you booked yet? If you haven't attended our conferences before, do try it. Many great friendships began this way. There's nothing like meeting your CH family who completely understand navigating life with this condition. We hope to see you there! We look forward to meeting up with old friends and making some new ones.
Book your place here:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/register?id=41&reset=1
Members please note: When you book your ticket online you MUST be logged into the OUCH (UK) website as a current member to be able to book your discounted ticket. Member pricing will show on the booking page when you are logged in.
OUCH Member £6.00
Non-Member £12.00
Child under 12 £1.50 - £3.00
Dorothy
OUCH (UK) Trustee
Book now, you know you want to!
Registration:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/info?id=41
Dorothy
OUCH (UK) Trustee
The trains to Birmingham are not working well that weekend.
I'll be driving from London Saturday afternoon and returning Sunday after finish - if anyone would like a lift please drop me a message.
Summer Cluster Headache Conference 2026 - 50% Discount for Members
Sunday 14 June 2026 at The Exchange, Birmingham.
OUCH (UK) will be presenting a packed event specifically for Cluster Headache sufferers and supporters. Several new speakers have been announced recently.
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS FOR THE EVENT:
Professor Peter Goadsby, Professor of Neurology, King's College Hospital, London, patron and chair of OUCH (UK)
Dr Nick Silver, Consultant Neurologist, The Walton Centre
Dr Anish Bahra, Consultant Neurologist, Whipps Cross/NHNN
Dr Katy Munro, National Migraine Centre, Cluster Headache Services
Dr Mark Thaller, Consultant Neurologist, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham
Chris Addison, CH sufferer and National Migraine Centre podcast guest with Katy Munro
Dale Nolan, Trustee - OUCH Objectives & Initiatives
Darshan Ramanagoudra – MyClusters App
OUCH (UK) Trustees and Officers
Breakout sessions:
OUCH Advice Line Breakout Session - including resources for sufferers and supporters, diagnosis, preventative and treatments
Medics Session
Oxygen Workshop – practical guidance on using O₂ therapy
Supporters and Supporters of Children - dedicated session for carers and loved ones
HR/Employment advice and guidance
Thank you to all who have already booked their places, we are really looking forward to welcoming you.
If you have not yet booked, click here:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/info?id=41
If you are maybe a little hesitant, you may like to know that many conference attendees are sufferers or supporters of sufferers who are attending for the first time or attending alone. We will be making sure that OUCH trustees and officers will be there and available to welcome each of you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Thanks to generous sponsors and fundraisers, we always make a number of seats available to sufferers who cannot afford the ticket price but who would benefit greatly from attending the conference. If you and a loved one would like to attend the meeting, but are unable to afford the tickets please email dale@ouchuk.org in complete confidence. We hope to see you there.
Our medical speakers will take you on a journey through Cluster Headache and other primary headache disorders, telling you about the current treatments available as well as what studies and trials are ongoing and what the future holds for Cluster Headache treatment and management.
There will be a dedicated space with 02 available.
Book now!
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/event/info?id=41
Members can book with a 50% discount. You must be logged in as a current member to receive the discounted ticket offer which will be applied automatically. Join or renew here:
https://ouchuk.org/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=1
This is a full day event: tickets include refreshments and a light sandwich lunch. There will be opportunities to ask questions of the experts, talk to sufferers, talk to Trustees and pick up OUCH merchandise.
We look forward to seeing you in June!
Dorothy
OUCH (UK) Trustee