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Members' Day 2026

We’re excited to be hosting this year’s Members’ Day on Saturday 14 November 2026, at the Holiday Inn London in Regent’s Park.

This year’s theme is Building Communities That Care:

Exploring the Role of Relationships and Community in Mental Illness

Members’ Day is our biennial event for Rethink Mental Illness members and is free to attend as part of your membership.

We know that mental illness can be deeply personal, whether you’ve experienced it yourself or it has affected someone close to you. Being a member gives you a way to connect with people who may understand some of what you’ve been through.

Members’ Day brings that to life. It’s a chance to meet other members, hear their experiences, share what matters to you and spend a day with people brought together by Rethink Mental Illness.

If you’re not already a member, we’d love you to join us and come along to Members’ Day.
Once you’ve joined, you’ll receive information about how to register your place.

Become a member and join us at Members’ Day

Keynote Speaker: Dr Russell Razzaque

We’re pleased to welcome Dr Russell Razzaque, a psychiatrist, researcher, author and educator, to Members’ Day 2026. Dr Razzaque has been at the forefront of bringing Open Dialogue into NHS services and has led several projects exploring how the approach can be implemented across England. He was also Clinical Lead for the ODDESSI trial, one of the largest studies of Open Dialogue in the world.
Panel Discussion: What Helps Us Feel Seen, Heard and That We Belong?

We’re also pleased to welcome Rethink Mental Illness ambassador Chris Hull, who’ll be joining us for our panel discussion alongside other experts by experience. Our panellists will draw on their own experiences of mental illness and/or caring for someone to explore the difference that relationships and communities can make. They’ll reflect on what has helped them feel seen and heard, what has given them a sense of belonging, and what can get in the way, including stigma, assumptions and the language we use.

Want to know more?

Take a look at our Members’ Day programme to see what’s planned, including talks, our panel discussion and breakout sessions. Click here.

Members' Day FAQs

We want Members’ Day to be as accessible and welcoming as possible.
If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments to help you take part in the day, please tell us when you register. This will help us make sure we can meet your needs and have any arrangements in place before you arrive.

Is there step-free access?
Yes. There is a step-free ramp at the hotel’s main entrance, and all of the meeting rooms being used for Members’ Day are step-free.

Is there lift access?
Yes. Lifts are available by the downstairs reception, close to the Academy Foyer.

What seating is available?
The main event room has soft, upright chairs. Chairs with arms can also be provided if you need one. Please let us know when you register so we can arrange this for you.

Is there a quiet space?
Yes. There will be a dedicated quiet and wellbeing room available throughout the day if you need some time away from the main event. The room is step-free and accessible.

Is there a hearing loop?
Hearing loops can be provided in any of the meeting rooms free of charge. Please let us know when you register if you need one so we can arrange this with the venue in advance.

Are assistance dogs welcome?
The hotel allows guide dogs. If you use another type of assistance dog, please let us know when you register so we can check arrangements with the venue.

Are there accessible toilets?
Toilets are located directly opposite the meeting rooms and are easy to access. If you have specific requirements relating to toilet facilities, please let us know when you register.

Is accessible parking available?
There are a small number of Blue Badge parking spaces close to the hotel, but these are separate from the hotel and availability cannot be guaranteed. Nearby parking can be searched and booked through YourParkingSpace.

Can I bring someone to support me?
Yes. If you need a carer, personal assistant or support person to help you attend Members’ Day, they can attend with you free of charge. Please tell us about this when you register.

What if I have an accessibility requirement that isn’t listed here?
Please tell us about any accessibility requirements or adjustments you need when completing the registration form. We’ll do our best to make sure you can take part comfortably and safely.

If you’re unsure about anything before registering, please get in touch with the Membership team and we’ll be happy to help.
Great Portland Street, Warren Street, Regent's Park and Euston Square tube stations are all between a 3-7 minute walk away from the venue.

London Euston Station is a 10-12 minute walk from the venue. Alternatively, King's Cross St Pancras Station is easily accessed by getting the Metropolitan line from Great Portland Street.

The venue has advised that there are a few blue badge parking spaces, but all parking spaces are separate from the hotel. To reserve and check availability, please visit YourParkingSpace and input the postcode W1W 5EE.