PETS 2024 is a family-friendly conference, and children who can entertain themselves (e.g. with a book or tablet and headphones) without being disruptive are welcome in the sessions. Children's tickets are also available for the Gala Dinner and Opening Reception.

Child Care

PETS 2024 is proud to offer dedicated financial support to help offset the costs of childcare thanks to sponsorship from CASA. Participants seeking reimbursement for child care should submit a stipend application and provide the requested details.

Please note that the listings below are provided for informational purposes only, and do not constitute an endorsement of or guarantee for any provider. To the best of our knowledge, all center-based care is fully qualified and licensed according to local UK requirements. However, PETS 2024 cannot assume responsibility for providers' activities.

Center-based childcare options in Bristol

Through recommendations from local parents, PETS 2024 has identified two nearby center-based childcare programs with availability during the conference. Interested participants should contact these programs and book with them directly. If you enroll your child(ren) in one of these programs, we ask that you let us know via email at childcare24@petsymposium.org, so that we can explore additional service options (e.g. transportation for children to/from the venue).

Torwood Out of School Care
8 Durdham Park, Bristol BS6 6XE
holidays@bristolholidayclub.co.uk
+44 0117 973 5620

Ages served: 4 (turning 5 by August 31, 2024) - 11
Hours of care: 0800 - 1700
Daily cost: £47
Meals: Provided
Cancellation policy: No refunds
Booking link (opens June 28): https://www.bristolholidayclub.co.uk/bookings
Distance from PETS venue: ~1 mile walking/short bus ride (#1)

Clifton College Holiday Club
Guthrie Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3EZ
holidayclub@cliftoncollege.com
+44 (0)117 3157 678

Ages served: 4 (turning 5 by August 31, 2024) - 13
Hours of care: 8:00 - 18:00
Daily cost: £57
Meals: Provided
Cancellation policy: Refunds up to 2 weeks before start date
Booking link: https://cliftoncollege.magicbooking.co.uk/Identity/Account/Login
Distance from PETS venue: ~1 mile walking/short bus ride (#8)

Individually-based childcare options

If you would like assistance identifying qualified individuals to care for your child(ren) at or near where you are staying, please contact childcare24@petsymposium.org".

Health and well-being

In an emergency call 999 or visit Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Upper Maudlin Street BS2 8BJ.

Local Pharmacies

Boots: 66 Queens Road, BS8 1QU

Cotham Pharmacy Travel Clinic: Cotham Hill, Redland, Bristol BS6 6LD

Calpol is a popular children's fever medicine.