What happens during judging at COnference?Here what happened this year during judging at conference. Our judges and stewards work really hard to mark all of your entries.
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ABST ANNUAL COnference 2017
Friday 16th - Sunday 18th June 2017
Alton Towers Hotel, Staffordshire
Alton Towers Hotel, Staffordshire
National competitionsInformation about national competitions, categories, rules & guidelines to enter.
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#lobthecob#LobTheCob has been a tradition of conference since 2010.
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more informationFor more information & FAQ's about our conference venue.
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#ABSTConference2017 countdown |
The facebook frames have arrived!
To celebrate #ABSTConference2017 this year we have created frames that you can use on your profile picture on Facebook. Available now in your Facebook app!
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How do you use frames?To help you out in terms of what Facebook frames are and how you can use them during conference, here is a quick "how to" video to give you an idea. Some frames are only available during conference weekend, but others can be used after conference for as long as you like. We hope you enjoy them all and let us know what you think!
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Whats happening at conference?Heres the low down of what to expect at conference this year. Once again, conference is being held at Alton Towers hotel, which has been a very popular choice of venue with our members for the past few years. For more information on the venue itself, and what you can do when you have some spare time, check out our FAQ section above. Below are the events and activities that are planned fro this year. It is going to be action packed as always, so make sure that you know whats going at at what time to ensure you don't miss out on anything.
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Mr Richard Bertinet - Special Guest
Mr Richard Bertinet, Ambassador for Barry Callebaut will be our special guest at conference on Friday 16th June 2017. More information on what Mr Bertinet will be doing on the day will be available soon.
Friday 16th June 2017
11am onwards - Registration
Registration starts from 11am in the Splash Landings hotel reception. When you arrive, you will leave your baggage and it will be taken to your room ready for when you receive your room keys. Time to make your way down to the conference centre from here to network and view the live demonstrations.
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12pm - 3:45pm - Conference Centre
Live demonstrations are taking place in the conference hall. Don't miss out on your chance to ask the expert on any tips whether your interested in bread, cake decoration or just want to network. This is great opportunity to talk to employers about work placements or industry visits that you may want to do during the summer.
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Friday Lunch time
Last year, you fed back that you found it difficult to find lunch on Friday. So this year, we will be providing lunch in the form of "Build your own lunch" which will be available to all students and trainees. For more information about where to get your voucher from to collect this and what the choices are please click below. The information still has the prices on, but just to be clear, you will not be charged for this.
1pm - 3pm - Table seminars
On of our most popular events where you get the chance to speak to the people that have been there and done that! Get some great advice on careers and what type of bakery role you may want to pursue after your studies.
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2pm - 3:30pm - Kahoot Quiz
Think you know everything there is to know about this years conference and the ABST? In case, come and test your knowledge against your friends in our interactive Kahoot! to see who really was paying attention.
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4pm - 4:40pm - Official welcome & AGM
Official welcome to #ABSTConference2017 from the general secretary Matthew May followed by the Annual General Meeting (AGM) & official change of office for the exec committee. For more information, including reports click below
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4:50pm - ABSTConference2018 Themes
As suggested and voted for by you our members, it is your chance to vote on the theme for conference 2018. Your options are Zombie apocalypse, Stars in their eyes or Theatre theme. The one with the most votes wins.
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5pm - Room Keys Available
Room keys will be available in Sir Algenons Lounge as you exit the conference centre. Room keys will be given to your lecturers or student reps, and your luggage that you checked in at reception will be in your room.
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6:30pm onwards - Fancy Dress evening
A fun filled evening, including disney/fairy tale fancy dress, photo booth and other activities. There will be a buffet style meal which is included in your conference ticket price. Disco and raffle during the evening.
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Saturday 17th June 2017
6am - 8:45am - Competition Entries staged
Competition entries to be staged between 6am and 8:45am. Conference centre doors will be closed from 8:45am for all delegates apart from judges
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7am - 10am - Breakfast available
Breakfast is available in the hotel restaurants. The restaurants do get busy, so ensure that you arrive early, or you may be delayed finding a table
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10am onwards - Alton Towers Activities
Feel free to take advantage of the many activities in the Alton Towers Hotel while the competitions are being judged. We have Crazy Golf and swimming in the splash landing hotel, which is included in your ticket cost.
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12:30pm - #LobTheCob Final
Lob the cob final will take place outside the conference centre on the patio area. Ensure that you are present to take part. You need to let us know your finalists from each college prior to the event.
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Saturday Lunch time
Last year, you fed back that you found it difficult to find lunch on Saturday. In order to reduce the cost to you for lunch on Saturday, we will be giving students and trainees a £7 lunch voucher to be used on Saturday only. This can be used to pay for or put towards the cost of your lunch. This can not be used to pay for anything other than food. More information will be available on our social media to let you know how to get hold of these vouchers.
