British Ecological Society Annual Meeting 2025

Date and Time

Monday–Thursday, December 15–18, 2025 · All day (GMT)

Location

Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
The Exchange, 150 Morrison Street
Edinburgh EH3 8EE
United Kingdom

Format and Highlights

• Duration: 4 days

• Format: In person

About This Event

The British Ecological Society (BES) Annual Meeting 2025 is Europe’s premier gathering for ecologists, conservation scientists, and environmental professionals. Returning to the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), the event will feature an exciting lineup of internationally renowned plenary speakers, thematic sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.

Each year, the meeting attracts around 1,500 delegates from across the globe, offering an unparalleled platform to connect, collaborate, and share groundbreaking ecological research. Whether you are an established scientist, a student, or an early-career professional, this conference provides space to learn new skills, present your work, and grow within a supportive community.

What to Expect

• Inspiring plenary talks from leading voices in ecology

• Diverse thematic and workshop sessions across disciplines

• Skills training and professional development opportunities

• Networking socials and community-building events

• A focus on sustainability, inclusion, and accessibility throughout the venue

Registration Information

• Registration for in-person delegates is temporarily paused due to high demand.

• Presenter registration deadline: Thursday, October 30, 2025

• Priority access for presenters, workshop organisers, exhibitors, and helpers.

• Abstract submissions for 2025 are closed; 2026 thematic and workshop proposals open in spring 2026.

Contact or Registration

Email: hello@britishecologicalsociety.org
Website: https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/events/annual-meeting-2025/