CONFERENCES

23rd BPSA Conference 8-10.04.2026

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British Philosophy of Sport Association 23rd Conference – University of Gloucestershire, April 8th-10th 2026

 

Venue: Oxstalls Campus, University of Gloucestershire, GL2 9HW

Guidelines for Abstract Submission:

• Abstract (max. 250 words) final submission date – Fri 16th Jan 2026

• Accepted abstracts will receive notification by Fri 13th Feb 2026

• Abstracts to be emailed to Prof. Jim Parry: s.j.parry@leeds.ac.uk with filename format as:

<ABSTRACT - your name - short title> like this: ABSTRACT - Parry - Definition of Sport

• Required format is MS Word, TNR 12pt, single spacing, ‘normal’ margins, no auto-formatting.

• Content Order: Name, title, abstract, up to 5 keywords, 3-5 items of indicative bibliography, and brief contact details - all to fit on one side of A4 (see attached specimen)

 

Papers must be prepared in English. Programme Committee invites contributors to submit early versions of abstracts for comment and for advice on language issues.

 

We are happy to receive abstract submissions any time from now.

 

Conference Registration and Fees:

Conference fees are in the process of being set but will be around £100 for a full delegate (including refreshments and lunch) and lower rates for early-bird registration and students.

Registration will be available via an online booking form that will be on the BPSA website.

 

Accommodation:

A range of nearby accommodation options will be provided on the BPSA website.

 

Transport:

Nearest Airport: Birmingham International Airport

Nearest Railway Station: Gloucester (GCR)

Nearest Motorway: M5 J11

Sat. nav. details: GL2 9HW

 

Enquiries:

Queries should be directed to the Conference Organiser: Dr Emily Ryall eryall@glos.ac.uk