The BMSS is delighted to announce that the 46th BMSS Annual Meeting will be held at the Royal Armouries, Leeds, UK, on the 8th -10th September 2026.
The conference will include a 3-day scientific programme and vendor exhibition, together with a full schedule of social events.
We look forward to working with our colleagues at the Royal Armouries to offer delegates, sponsors and exhibitors an excellent experience at the meeting.
The Plenary Speakers:
The BMSS 2026 Annual Meeting programme will feature 3 Plenary Speakers:
The Conference Venue:
The Royal Armouries is located in Leeds Docklands, Armouries Drive, Leeds, LS10 1LT. It is conveniently located for public transport and is an approximate 15–20-minute walk from Leeds Railway Station.
The venue is an active museum with many exhibitions with the opportunity to explore thousands of objects from the past to the present day. These include Japanese samurai armour and swords, famous movie props, the armours of Henry VII, and even a huge armour for an Indian war elephant.
The Royal Armouries provides excellent accommodation to host the scientific programme, poster sessions and vendor exhibition in one convenient location.
The Conference Dinner:
A formal conference dinner will be held on the evening of Wednesday 9th September in New Dock Hall, located adjacent to the Royal Armouries.
Registration, grants, and more information
Abstract Submission Deadline: Midnight, Monday 8th June 2026. Early Bird Registration Deadline: Midnight, Friday 17th July 2026.
Qualifying BMSS members are eligible to apply for the society’s various BMSS grants for assistance with meeting participation.
For more information and to register, visit our website.
