Event Industry News

APRIL 9, 2024

Farnborough International has appointed Sarah Marshall as the new venue director of its award-winning Exhibition & Conference Centre.

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MAY 8, 2024

Set in picturesque parkland, the impressive Lincolnshire Showground offers an Epic experience for any event, large or small. From dinners to delegates, exhibitions to entertaining, and shows to sustainability, the team really do live and breathe events. We love working with organisers to make their ideas come to life.

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APRIL 18, 2024

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is one of the UK’s most recognised meeting, conference and event venues. Located in the Midlands, close to Birmingham city centre, The Belfry offers meeting event spaces of all sizes accommodating upto 920 guests.

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APRIL 24, 2024

Our iconic venues offer more than just a space; they provide the perfect canvas for an immersive culinary experience. Taste the difference, and let your event become a celebration of mindful dining.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

38% of UK Grassroots Music Venues Post Financial Loss – Whole Sector Records 0.5% Profit Margin on £501m Turnover Despite Increased Ticket Demand 16% of UK Grassroots Music Venues Lost in Last 12 Months – 125 Spaces Permanently Closed to Live Music “It’s Time To Stop The Excuses” says Music Venue Trust CEO Music Venue […]

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OCTOBER 16, 2023

These unique sporting venues have transformed into […] When you think of horse racing, you might envision a thrilling race, the thunder of hooves, and the elegance of jockeys guiding their steeds to victory. But what if we told you that The Jockey Club are not just about horseracing? They are so much more than that!

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MARCH 5, 2024

Designed for hosting large-scale events, the state-of-the-art exhibition and conference centre features expansive exhibit spaces and flexible meeting areas. With a modern, industrial look and feel, the award-winning venue reflects innovation and […]

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APRIL 18, 2023

The prestigious event will take place at Nottingham Venue’s Orchard Hotel on Tuesday 20 June. Nottingham Venues is pleased to announce that is has been selected as the host venue for the upcoming UDine Awards.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Utilita Arena Newcastle is the ideal venue to stage your event. Our venue is at the heart of Newcastle Upon Tyne, with a short walk to the quayside or the city centre. From exhibitions, conventions, conferences and product launches to fundraisers, celebrations, and fashion shows, we can play home to it all.

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MARCH 14, 2024

ExCeL London has announced the appointment of Kerrie Kemp to the role of Director of Venue Operations, further bolstering its leadership team and operational readiness ahead of the venue’s forthcoming expansion.

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JUNE 14, 2023

Music Venue Trust (MVT), the charity which represents over 900 hundred grassroots music venues across the UK, has warmly welcomed a new £5million investment in Grassroots Music Venues announced by Secretary of State for Culture Lucy Frazer.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 25, 2023

At The Jockey Club Venues Collection, it’s not just on the track where all the action happens. Known for world class horse racing, The Jockey Club Venues Collection offers versatile and flexible locations to deliver exceptional quality conference and events throughout the country. You are never far away from one of our venues.

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OCTOBER 4, 2023

arrangeMY, the UK’s largest independent, family-owned Travel Management company is delighted to announce that they have acquired the existing Combination Venues client list and the confirmed business on the books.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

With experience hosting a range of events including, academic conferences, annual symposiums, summer schools, training sessions and seminars, Imperial Venues holds the expertise to support […]

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

We are a historic and iconic venue located in the heart of London. We believe that events should be accessible for all, and as such have ensured our spaces reflect that. Our beautiful Grade II listed building has stunning heritage features, yet modern facilities and amenities, enabling inclusive events.

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MARCH 1, 2024

Venue Reading & Venue Henley is part of the University of Reading offering a range of venues. Venue Reading is situated just outside Reading town centre and the Whiteknights and London Road campuses are in a prime location with excellent transport links. There’s plenty of complimentary parking available too.

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JANUARY 3, 2024

Nottingham Venues is a collection of independent venues specialising in meetings and events, set in the beautiful grounds of the University of Nottingham. By bringing together all of the University’s conferencing, hotel and event space, we provide an unrivalled guest experience. Originally built in 1994 […]

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AUGUST 14, 2023

Oliver Melling & Aled Owens Appointed to Key National Roles Restructured division to provide extended service for grassroots music venues throughout the UK Music Venue Trust (MVT), the charity which represents over 900 UK grassroots music venues (GMVs), has announced details of its restructured Venue Support Team, which oversees the organisation’s (..)

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DECEMBER 7, 2023

Accessibility has always been an integral part of welcoming all to Central Hall Westminster, one of London’s largest and most iconic conference and events venues.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

Unique Venues of London (UVL), the esteemed trade association for event venues in the capital, proudly marks its 30th anniversary, reflecting on over three decades of growth, innovation, and industry leadership. Originally initiated by the […]

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

We’re glad to announce that Friends House won the ‘Best Venue for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion’ (EDI) award at the London Venue and Catering Awards 2023. The ceremony took place on Friday 24 November, with fellow London venues and caterers shortlisted.

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MARCH 18, 2024

Lime Venue Portfolio have agreed a partnership with Stress Matters that will see the organisation develop a series of toolkits, workshops, and learning resources that will encourage better experiences for delegates.

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JULY 31, 2023

Lime Venue Portfolio will celebrate its 15th birthday this week. Currently the largest portfolio of meeting venues in the UK it offers support for both event planners and venues alike.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 27, 2023

With summer fast approaching, planning your next event is likely at the top of your to-do list. Whether you’re organising a wedding, a corporate event, or a family gathering, choosing the right venue is essential.

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AUGUST 31, 2023

The venue was temporarily stripped of its licence and has been closed since two people […] By Robert Firth, Local Democracy Reporting Service The operator of the O2 Academy Brixton wants to replace its crowd control barriers if it is allowed to re-open following a fatal crush outside one of its concerts, it has been revealed.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Here at Planning Pod, we build venue and event management software tools that help our customers close more business, so we want to do everything in our power to help them improve and grow. What are you looking for from a venue/planner? Who else are you working with to plan and execute the event? source: Spotio ).

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

CYE Group, the specialist event services business, has partnered with Venue View to offer venues within its listings access an enhanced package that will include the sought after Matterport digital twin 3D virtual tours.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

East Midlands’ leading venue brand reveals refurbishment plans for its flagship venue – Burleigh Court Imago Venues, part of Loughborough University, continues to deliver a strong financial performance with double-digit like-for-like growth, enabling significant investment into its venue portfolio.

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MAY 10, 2023

With a rich history, international reputation and a 42-acre riverfront setting, The Hurlingham Club epitomises the ideal summer venue.

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JANUARY 9, 2023

Testament to its success, The Belfry Hotel and Resort has been awarded miaList Venue of the Year 2022 and England’s Leading Conference & Meeting Hotel at the World Travel Awards, making it the best meeting, conference and event venue in the UK.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Music Venue Trust (MVT) has announced the first recipients of its major new funding initiative, which provides grants of up to £5,000 for UK grassroots music venues. The recipient venues are: Alexander’s Live (Chester). Venue38 (Ayr). The Louisiana (Bristol). The Grayston Unity (Halifax). Retro (Manchester).

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023

A new Events Director has been announced to head up the events and conferencing venues at the Great Yorkshire Showground, in Harrogate. The new role has been created to oversee both the Yorkshire Event Centre and Pavilions of Harrogate which are both based on the 250-acre Showground.

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JANUARY 30, 2023

Music Venue Trust (MVT), which represents almost 1000 UK grassroots music venues (GMVs) has launched its 2022 Annual Report, which highlights the important contribution that its members make to the UK economy while delivering sobering news about the challenges facing many in the sector.

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JULY 26, 2023

London’s leading event venue ExCeL has commissioned a new hyper-realistic digital twin to further aid event organisers in making decisions about the location and flow of their event, becoming the first of its kind in the UK to harness this technology.

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JANUARY 17, 2024

New research conducted by Athena, the Art Deco events venue in Leicester, has revealed event planners’ top priorities for 2024. The results revealed the five key issues for planners this year will be a greater interest in independent venues, hybrid events, inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability.

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Maritz Global Events

JUNE 17, 2019

Great experience design is rooted in empathy,” according to Tim Simpson , brand & engagement strategist at Maritz Global Events (MGE). Event Design Comes Down to 4 Attendee Types. Understanding and delivering on what that mix is at the persona or even individual level will add great value to your event design.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Effectively manage the event budget Based on your strategic plan, develop a realistic, line-item budget covering all aspects of the event — venue, vendors, security, food and beverage, staffing, swag, and the dozens of other expenses that pop up. Schedule planning meetings at least monthly leading up to the event.

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