New Wine Leadership Conference 2026 – Advance Information

Opening & Closing Times

Doors will open at 13:00 on Tuesday 24 February and the first session begins in the Auditorium at 14:00.

Studio One will be open upon arrival, offering hot drinks and snacks, providing a comfortable space to unwind. You’ll also have time to browse our exhibition space, home to our amazing exhibitors and partners. Our team will be on hand to guide you from here to the Main Auditorium before the first session. Doors to the Auditorium will open from 13.30.

On Wednesday and Thursday, the centre will open at 08:00 for the day’s programme. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the centre will close at 22:45, following the late evening programming.

The conference will conclude at 13:00 on Thursday 26 February.

We are delighted to welcome a range of speakers and contributors who we believe carry encouraging, challenging and inspiring messages for our network of leaders. However, views and opinions expressed by our speakers during this conference are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of New Wine generally. We value the diversity of perspectives shared and encourage delegates to engage with and reflect upon the content thoughtfully and prayerfully.

Kids & Youth Stream

This year at the New Wine Leadership Conference we’re investing more than ever in Kids and Youth ministry leaders. Our dedicated stream has a new home in the beautiful Royal Hall – a space designed to inspire, connect and refresh you. Sessions will take place throughout the day, including breakouts, workshops and spaces for networking.

Kids & Youth Stream sessions are marked on the above programme and fully in the app.

To reach the Royal Hall, please follow the directions and signage from our wonderful Stewarding team – exit the Foyer onto King’s Road, turn right and continue around 300m to the crossroads at Ripon Road. Turn right again, and you’ll see the Royal Hall on your right-hand side, just past Entrance 4 of the Centre. The Royal Hall entrance is clearly signed and faces King’s Road, opposite the Harrogate Inn.

Venue Location

New Wine Leadership Conference is taking place at the Harrogate Convention Centre, King’s Rd, Harrogate HG1 5LA. Situated in the centre of the UK and equidistant from London and Edinburgh, the east coast and west coast, Harrogate Convention Centre is well connected by rail, road and air transport and easily accessible from all parts of the UK.

More details can be found via the Convention Centre website (www.harrogateconventioncentre.co.uk). Please use Entrance 1 upon arrival (///live.bets.global)

Getting Here

Roads: From the South, take the M1 and A1(M) before leaving at Junction 45 (Wetherby) then take the A661 to Harrogate. Alternatively continue on the A1(M) to Junction 47 (Knaresborough) then follow signs to Harrogate. From the North, take the A1(M) and exit at Junction 47 (Knaresborough) then follow signs to Harrogate.

150 spaces are available at the Harrogate Convention Centre. Please note that this car park is also open to the public. There are several alternative car parks in town.

For more information on parking, please visit: https://www.harrogateconventioncentre.co.uk/visitors/parking

Rail: Harrogate is linked to all major UK cities including six daily direct LNER services between London KX and Harrogate Station (2 hours 46 minutes). Harrogate Convention Centre is just a seven-minute walk (or short taxi ride) from Harrogate train station. Taxi services are available across the road opposite the main doors of the station.

At New Wine we know that additional needs are wide-ranging and we want to support those with additional needs and disabilities to enable everyone to join in with all that’s going on.

Venue Accessibility

Lifts and ramps allow step-free access around the venue.

In the Auditorium, there is designated wheelchair space in the first row of Block H towards the middle of the room and this is accessible via a lift. A key card is required to access the lift provision from the foyer, so please speak to the team at Info to use this. If you or anyone in your group is a wheelchair user and requires reserved seating in this area, please email info@new-wine.org.

Step-free access is available for Studio One, Hall D, and King’s Suite, via lifts along the main corridor located at the back of the foyer.

Step-free access to the Royal Hall is available via the Stage Door Entrance on the lft of the main entrance, with a wheelchair lift to the accessible viewing area on the left side of the theatre and accessible toilets. For more information about accessibility in the Royal Hall, please check out the Access Guide.

If you or anyone in your group is a wheelchair user and requires reserved seating in the Auditorium or Royal Hall, please email info@new-wine.org or speak to Info at the event. Unattended property on seats will be taken to Info.

Programme Accessibility

The Auditorium is fitted with an induction loop for hearing-aid users.

Strobe lighting will not be used in any venues. Moving lights may be used in Auditorium & Royal Hall.

BSL interpretation is available during Keynotes in the Auditorium and upon request for Breakouts. Please speak to Info to arrange this.

Live English Captioning is available on a small screen, located on the right-hand side of the stage in the Auditorium.

All Keynote sessions will be live-streamed to Studio One for those who would prefer to join in a more relaxed environment.

Accessible Parking

There is Blue Badge parking in Harrogate Convention Centre’s underground car park with direct lift access to Entrance One of our Auditorium. If you are visiting the Royal Hall, there are a small number of dedicated parking spaces in front of these venues. Otherwise, the most accessible car park is Jubilee Car Park, free for Blue Badge holders and nearer than the main HCC parking.

Further Information

For more accessibility information, please head to Harrogate Convention Centre’s website. Additionally, Access Able have published guides concerning each part of the Convention Centre, and getting to and from the venue, including photos, routes and detailed descriptions of accessibility provision. To access these, please click here (https://www.accessable.co.uk/harrogate-convention-centre).

We’re delighted to welcome St Andrew’s Bookshop back to NWLC. St Andrew’s offer a diverse range of Bibles and Christian books, with a mission to provide quality resources that inspire discipleship, spiritual formation, and personal growth in faith.

You can find them in Studio One at the following times:
Day 1: 13:00 – 17:00 & 21:00 – 22:30
Day 2: 09:00 – 16:45 & 21:00 – 22:30
Day 3: 09:00 – 13:00

Onsite Refreshments

Food and drink will be available to purchase during the break times at the Level 5 Café (located outside the Auditorium) and the Royal Hall Café, and during both breaks and mealtimes in the Studio One Café.

Studio One Café: Tea, specialty coffee and light bites
Level 5 Café: Tea and filter coffee
Royal Hall Café: Tea and filter coffee

From 21:00, the Level 5 Café and Studio One Café will open as bars, serving a selection of soft and alcoholic drinks available to purchase.

Free water coolers will be available around the venue. Please bring a reusable water bottle to make use of these.

Please note the following:
– Only drinks with lids may be taken into the Auditorium & the Royal Hall.
– Only food and drink purchased within Harrogate Convention Centre may be consumed within the building. Exceptions are made for food or drink required for medical reasons.
– Meals and hot drinks are not included in the conference ticket.

Local Cafés and Restaurants

There are plenty of restaurants and cafés within walking distance of the centre and many local businesses offer discounts for visitors. For more information on these, please visit the Visitor Discount Offer page on the centre website.

By the main entrance, a cloakroom is in operation free of charge to leave luggage and coats. Please do not bring large bags into the Auditorium.

Studio One

Check out Studio One, where you can find over 50 of our exhibitors and partners, plus the Studio One Café/Bar & the Bookshop. You can find a full list of exhibitors and partners on the Exhibitors section of the app.

The Studio One Café will be open during all centre opening hours, and the main sessions will be live streamed in here, providing a quieter alternative to the auditorium.

The exhibition area in Studio One is open at the following times:
Day 1: 13:00 – 17:00 & 21:00 – 22:30
Day 2: 09:00 – 16:45 & 21:00 – 22:30
Day 3: 09:00 – 13:00.

Partner Breakfasts & Lunches

We’re delighted to partner with a number of organisations during the conference to provide spaces for you to find out more about their work and mission over a free breakfast or lunch. For each session, please let us know if you wish to attend by using the booking links below.

Across the world, Tearfund is witnessing local churches act as catalysts for remarkable transformation: whole villages changed, poverty dismantled, and churches thriving in the process. But these aren’t just stories from ‘over there’ they are a mirror for us. Join us alongside New Wine leaders who have seen this work firsthand to reflect on what the global church can teach us, and how this might shape and inspire our own ministries here at home? This session features a collaborative conversation between Tearfund and New Wine leaders, united by a shared heart for God’s global mission, to reflect on how our our global family is tackling injustice and how their example can hold up a mirror to our own ministries.

Join Dr Andrew Ollerton and the Bible Society team as they unpack the latest details around The Quiet Revival research and how we can address Bible Confidence in church congregations.

At Spurgeons our heart is to equip and encourage churches to make lasting impact in their communities through children and families. We want to offer churches our expertise and resources to equip them to support and care for the children and families in their communities. Why not join us to hear more about stories of how churches have made a difference in their communities and how we can support your church to reach children and families in need and strengthen your local community?

Harrogate Convention Centre provides a free 3MB wi-fi service – look for ‘Venue Wifi’ on your connections list. This service is not suitable for heavy downloads or streaming.

Are you new to New Wine?

Come and visit the New Wine Leadership Network Stand in the foyer to find out about joining the network, resources, learning communities, church planting and network events. Whether you’re exploring what New Wine is all about or looking to take your next step, we’d love to meet you and find out how we can support you and your teams in ministry.

Opening Times:
Tuesday: 13:00 -14:00, 15:30 – 17:30
Wednesday: 09:00 – 11:00, 13:00 – 17:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 11:00

Make the most of your time in Harrogate with these nearby amenities – most places are within a 5–10 minute walk of the Convention Centre, making it easy to grab a coffee, pick up supplies or enjoy a local meal between sessions.

Coffee & Cafés

– Bettys Café Tea Rooms – A Harrogate icon serving traditional teas, cakes and Yorkshire charm.
– Crema Coffee Harrogate – A favourite local spot for specialty coffee, brunch and relaxed meet-ups.
– No35 Harrogate – Modern café serving locally sourced food and great coffee in a relaxed, friendly space.
– Baltzersen’s – Scandinavian inspired artisan bakery famous for its delicious breads and pastries.

Supermarkets & Essentials

– ASDA Harrogate Superstore – Full-range supermarket with groceries, café and parking.
– Sainsbury’s Local – Handy for quick essentials and snacks
– M&S Food – Convenient food market just a short walk from the centre.

Local Food & Dining Offers

There are plenty of restaurants and cafés within walking distance of the centre and many local businesses offer discounts for visitors. For more information on these, please visit the Visitor Discount Offer page on the centre website.

For all lost property at the conference, please go to Info.

Any unclaimed, non-valuable items are donated to charity at the end of the week. Valuable items are taken to the New Wine office after the event and disposed of safely if unclaimed after one month.

Our media team will be capturing photo and video content at these events for use on our social media and websites. If you would prefer not to be captured, please collect a yellow ‘No Media’ lanyard from the New Wine Info point in the foyer.

New Wine is committed to safeguarding as an integral part of our ministry and mission, and we set high standards to keep everyone safe. Safeguarding Officers are present throughout the duration of the event.

Please report any and all safeguarding concerns you have. This includes anything you see, hear, are told or become aware of that causes you to feel concerned about the safety or wellbeing of a person.

Please report this in one of the following ways:

1. Scan the Referral QR code available on posters around the venue
2. Visit https://www.new-wine.org/reporting
3. Call our Safeguarding team on 0204 583 2915

The Safeguarding team will respond to all referrals appropriately and make sure people are safe and their needs are met at the New Wine event, and link with other agencies to support when the event is over.

For more information or to read our full safeguarding policies and procedures, please visit: https://www.new-wine.org/policies

We do all we can to keep you safe at our events and require your help to do so. You can assist with keeping everyone safe in the following ways:

Access

Please ensure that you wear your lanyard & badge at all times. Only delegates with valid tickets are permitted onsite. Please do not attempt to pass on or reuse tickets to gain entry.

Bag Check

Please be accommodating to requests for bag searches. We request that you keep bag size and any additional possessions to a minimum and suggest that you allow extra time for security checks on arrival.

Emergencies

In an emergency, please contact the nearest steward or member of staff, who will initiate the appropriate emergency procedures.

Unattended Property

Do not leave bags or valuables unattended anywhere including in venues as New Wine cannot take responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged property anywhere on site.

Smoking & Vaping

Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside or near the entrances/exits to the centre.

If you have any queries or concerns before the conference, please call the New Wine office on 020 4583 2935 or email info@new-wine.org.

At the conference, you can also contact us online at new-wine.org/reporting or via the QR code on posters around site to report Safeguarding Concerns & Event Feedback or come and speak to the team at Info, in the foyer.