About the event

Date/time: 9am to 5 pm, Thursday 3rd October 2024 

Location: The Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon , SW19 1SB 

South West London Training Hub invites educators from all general practice disciplines to join us at the Polka Theatre for a day filled with insightful discussions, interactive workshops and networking opportunities. This conference brings together a diverse group of professionals who work in SWL to share recent updates and best practice in education and provide opportunities to further develop skills as an educator, through a series of breakout sessions. Attendees will be invited to sign up to their preferred sessions ahead of the event. 

The conference also serves as a platform for networking, offering attendees the chance to connect with peers, share experiences, and collaborate.

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Speakers and facilitators include:

1. Dr Rachel Roberts, Primary Care Dean, NHS England (Workforce, Training & Education)

2. Dr Rupal Shah, Associate Dean, NHS England (WTE)

3. Louise Brady, National Primary Care Nursing Lead at NHS England (WTE)

4. Dr John Byrne, Chief Medical Officer, South West London ICB

5. General Medical Council

6. Health Innovation Network and many more!

This conference is centred around three essential themes: Synergy, which emphasises the power of collaboration across disciplines to enhance education; Adaptability, highlighting the need to remain flexible and innovative in the face of evolving challenges; and Integrity, ensuring that we maintain the highest ethical standards in all that we do.

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We look forward to welcoming you!  

Lunch and hot drinks will be provided. 

​How to book your place

Getting there:

• By tube:

  Wimbledon, District Line (a 10 minute walk)South Wimbledon, Northern Line (less than 10 minute walk)

• By train:

  Wimbledon Main Line station is a 10-minute walk away. Wimbledon is 16 minutes train journey from WaterlooBy bus:57, 93, 219, 131 stop outside at the ‘Polka Theatre’ stop156, 163, 164, 200 stop nearby

• By tram:

  Wimbledon station with links to Croydon, Beckenham & Mitcham

• By car/coach: Sat Nav: SW19 1SB

  There are a limited number of pay-and-display bays on the roads behind the theatre, namely Latimer Road, South Park Road, Bridges Road, Dudley Road, and Kings Road.

  
  

  However, finding a space can be difficult and many meters have a 2-hour limit. Alternative car parking is available in Wimbledon Town Centre, including Centre Court Shopping Centre, The Broadway (next to New Wimbledon Theatre), Queen’s Road, St George’s Road, Hartfield Road, and Hartfield Crescent.

  
  

  Car parks in Wimbledon: merton.gov.uk

  
  

  Blue Badge parking is available at Centre Court, Hartfield Road, Georges Road, Queens Road, and The Broadway.

• By Bike:

  There is a cycle rack at the front of the theatre for those who wish to cycle.