Directors at the ICC Wales, in partnership with Welsh Government, have announced their ambition to put Wales firmly on the international business tourism stage now that final funding for the project has been secured and construction has commenced. Ian Edwards, Chief Executive of the ICC Wales commented: “We’re delighted that building work for the forthcoming […]

A brand new alternative corporate retreat company – Eat Sleep Work Retreat – is set to launch a selection of quirky exclusive-use Lake District corporate retreats this month. Eat Sleep Work Retreat offers companies the chance to work creatively, think differently, be playful and be part of an experience that will leave a lasting fingerprint […]

Jersey is just a hop, skip and a jump from London and offers a great location for business meetings and dinners, as Daniel Fountain discovers at Ocean at the Atlantic Hotel When you are asked politely on arrival if you can wait before taking photographs to allow one of Jersey’s richest men to finish his […]

Central London venue No.11 Cavendish Square has extended its Gold Level AIM Higher accreditation from the Meetings Industry Association (mia) for a further three years. The award-winning conference venue in Marylebone has successfully renewed the highest level of accreditation from the association representing the conference, meetings and events sector, having first achieved the Gold standard […]

The Lodge, Sir Richard Branson’s mountain retreat in Verbier, perched high in the Swiss Alps, is the perfect year-round escape. The Lodge is the ideal place for holidaying with friends and family and can be hired exclusively or on a nightly basis during the summer season. This picture-perfect chalet sleeps up to 18 adults in […]

Boutique bowling brand All Star Lanes is introducing ‘Pin Pricing’ on all private bookings for dates up to and including 7 May 2017, challenging PAs and event organisers to reduce their venue hire fee by 10% for every pin hit. Book any luxurious private room across all five All Star Lanes venues and the party king-pin […]

Somerset House is throwing the doors open to its largest and most exclusive indoor space this autumn, previously used for exhibitions such as Valentino: Master of Couture and Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore. Running the entire length of the South Wing and situated on two floors with capacity for 800 people standing, the opening of the […]

In response to demand from conference and event organisers for a resource that helps find new and exciting venues beyond London, Tourism South East is delighted to launch its latest MICE campaign, ‘MEET Beyond London’. Tourism South East, which was recently voted ‘Destination Marketing Company of the Year 2016’, is now proud to showcase the […]

Private dining by two Michelin-starred Chef Richard Corrigan offers nine private dining spaces across two central London restaurants. Corrigan’s in Mayfair, being the flagship restaurant, has been awarded ‘London Restaurant of the Year’ by the Evening Standard and had three AA Rosettes within its first three months in business. It was also awarded ‘AA London Restaurant […]

BMA House is a hidden gem in central London, combining historic charm and heritage features with the latest meeting and event facilities. Make the most of the British summer with an outdoor event held in one of BMA House’s two impressive outdoor spaces. The Garden features a tranquil pond and array of beautiful plants, with […]

We’re helping you gear up for summer with a selection of fantastic outdoor spaces that are perfect for warm-weather soirées. Elsewhere, we look at prestigious academic venues that offer a complete corporate event solution. Finally, it’s time to follow the tracks to some of the UK’s best train lines for business travel Outdoor Spaces BMA […]

Kew Palace, one of six venues cared for by independent charity Historic Royal Palaces, last night (12 April) welcomed destination management companies and corporate guests to rediscover its potential as an events venue. Kew Palace is set to undergo a ‘reawakening’ this year, with a renewed focus on hosting intimate receptions and dinners. The showcase […]

Editor Molly Dyson took a trip to Butlin’s Bognor Regis to visit PAs in the Sussex area for our regular roundtable discussion. Topic: How to find the perfect venue for your corporate events Participants Emily Darnell, EA to CEO of PVL UK Esther Dawson, EA to CEO at Ridgeview Nancy Joy, PA to Resort Director […]

The unique and unusual venue market has been highlighted as playing a key role in the UK venue industry according to new research. The report, Unique & Unusual: A Market Overview, is the first market report of its kind and suggests that as the sector continues to grow, so too will its impact on the […]

Amelia Walker champions the facilities and friendly service at IBEROSTAR Costa Dorada – an impressive venue for MICE, banquets, incentive programmes and all types of celebrations The Meeting, Incentive, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) industry is the fastest-growing sector of the international tourism market, catering to international conferences, business meetings, exhibitions and events. It is gradually […]

A recent survey conducted by 30 Euston Square has revealed the need for more dietary information to be gathered by organisers ahead of their events. The results show that of 131 organisers surveyed, only 16.3% specifically asked for details of potentially life threatening allergies. “Our research shows that 84% of organisers need to be more […]

Banqueting House, one of six venues cared for by independent charity Historic Royal Palaces, has announced a new daytime venue hire offer, which will see a full-day closure for clients to hold events during the day on any Thursday, excluding school holidays. As of September 2017, Banqueting House will once again be able to host […]

Marriott hotels in the UK is set to shake up the hospitality sector and promises to take the pain out of booking meetings with a revolutionary new online system. The global group has launched a pioneering live meeting booker – which allows users to access up to date availability and pricing to secure meeting space […]