IN RECENT years we have seen many significant wildfire events across the UK and 2025 saw a record high in areas burnt by wildfires. The scale and impact of some wildfire events are increasingly straining our ability to respond.

The 2026 UK Wildfire Conference has therefore never been more relevant. It will provide the opportunity for the wildfire community to come together on 10 and 11 November in Leeds to share lessons learnt, discuss new ways of working, and to support collaboration across sectors. This is exemplified in this year's conference theme: "New Perspectives, Shared Solutions".

Following the success of the 2024 conference in Aberdeen, and earlier events, the biennial UK Wildfire Conference has established itself as a must-attend event.

The theme for Wildfire2026 is ‘New Perspectives – Shared Solutions’, reflecting the urgent need to rethink how we approach wildfire challenges and recognising that no single perspective can address the complexity of fire risk. By sharing knowledge, experiences, and strategies, we aim to create solutions that are informed, inclusive, and effective, helping communities, policymakers, and professionals to respond to wildfires more resiliently.

Early bird tickets are selling fast! Grab them today and let’s move towards a safer future.