Unlock your Next Great Event in England

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25th Feb, 2020
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It is the largest and most populous of the four nations of the UK and home to one of the leading cities of the world, London. It has the spirit, confidence and facilities to host the largest of international events, with a natural agility for excellence. It is infused with history and heritage that make it an unmissable destination for global events, known for its cultural depth that ranges from its royal legacy to radical cultural innovations. Easily accessible, it offers an impressive and continuously growing portfolio of business events facilities including over 43 leading business events destinations and 20 high-quality, purpose-built international convention centres. This is England in a nutshell.


South East England

Known as the Garden of England, the South East is recognisable for its gentle rolling countryside and vibrant, welcoming cities.  The region is also rich in cultural attractions, from Windsor Castle in Berkshire to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent. Home to six international convention centres, it offers the perfect setting for your next event.


Brighton

  • Famed for its creative and alternative vibe, a famously coastal city with a long beachfront setting adorned with historic architecture and modern facilities, elegant walkways, narrow passageways and energetic nightlife;
  • Easy reach of two international airports – London Gatwick (30-minute drive) and London Heathrow (90-minute drive);
  • There are 10,000 bedrooms available across the city to suit every budget;
  • Home to one of the largest residential and non-residential conference venues in the South East of England, with over 60 unique and affordable options that offers extraordinary delegate experiences such as the Brighton Centre that has the capacity to host up to 4,500 delegates and Brighton Dome that can accommodate 1,700 people.


Bournemouth

  • Bournemouth has all the character and magic of a classic British seaside resort, from the flashy lights of the old-school amusements to the vinegary scent of fish and chips in the air;
  • An active member of the Sustainable Food Cities Partnership, making healthy eating, local suppliers and provenance a defining characteristic of the town;
  • Home to one of the south-coast’s largest purpose-built conference centres, it is located on seven miles of golden sands;
  • Easy to access thanks to its close proximity to airports such as Bournemouth International and Southampton Airport;
  • Quality accommodation is in abundance, with 7,000 bedrooms available across the town;
  • Bournemouth has hundreds of indoor and outdoor venues for staging events of all shapes and sizes such as Bournemouth International Centre (with an overall capacity of 4,012 delegates) and Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre and Ballroom (for 1,028 attendees).


South West England  

It’s a place of ancient legend and folklore, home to Stonehenge and the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region’s major cities include Bristol and Bath, which are just 12-minute train journey from each other. Bursting with exciting venues, both cities are home to major conference centres, boutique hotels, visitor attractions and rural retreats, easily accessed with an international airport in Bristol. 


Bristol

  • England’s largest city in the South West and a UNESCO City of FilmWarwick, it has much to discover;
  • Since the 19th century, this thriving metropolis has developed strong roots in engineering and today is brimming with creativity;
  • Awarded the European Green Capital Award in 2015;
  • With a major international airport on its doorstep and direct flights from 107 destinations, it is an easy to reach city
  • More than 13,000 bedrooms are available within the city centre;
  • Bursting with exciting venues, Bristol is home to major conference centres including Ashton Gate Stadium (that has the capacity to host up to 1,000 delegates) and Brunel’s SS Great Britain (250 people).


Bath

  • One of England’s most unique cities, infused with history and offering the world’s best preserved Roman bathhouses;
  • It takes just 45-minute drive from city centre to Bristol Airport ;
  • Offers well-equipped and centrally located venues such as the Assembly Rooms (host up to 500 theatre style) and Bath Pavilion (host up to 1,000).


Central England

Central England includes the major economic centre of Birmingham, the renowned university city of Cambridge as well as ancient counties such as Warwick and Nottinghamshire, plus William Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-Upon-Avon. It’s a region steeped in art, history, industry and culture. Well-located to the rest of England and a short distance from London, the region is a hub for the automotive industry and advanced manufacturing. There’s something to inspire every group with modern facilities, unique event venues, fine dining and imaginative incentives.


Birmingham and the West Midlands

  • Birmingham and the West Midlands provide truly world-class convention facilities, accommodating thousands of conferences and exhibitions annually;
  • Located at the heart of England’s transport infrastructure, it is easy to reach thanks to Birmingham International Airport welcoming flights from over 142 destinations around the world;
  • The West Midlands region boasts over 36,000 bedrooms;
  • From sports to music, convention centres to centres of academic excellence, Birmingham has a venue to suit every event requirement. It is home to two large venues: its city centre ICC Birmingham (with a capacity to host up to 15,700 attendees) and the UK’s largest venue the NEC Birmingham (hosting over 125 major exhibitions annually).


Cambridge

  • Home to the world-famous University of Cambridge, its colleges, stunning architecture, superb venues and a vibrant cultural scene;
  • Centrally located with great access and close to several international airports including London Stansted airport, located at a 30 minutes distance;
  • Over 9,000 bedrooms available across the city centre;
  • Choose from contemporary venues or properties steeped in academic history where famous names, such as Sir Winston Churchill and Theodore Roosevelt, have roamed. These include Queens’ College (capacity to host up to 350 delegates) and Churchill College (capacity to host up to 300 delegates)


Northern England 

The north of England was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution, when cities like Manchester led the world with mechanisation and a move to industry. But revolution in these cities do not stand still, as they continue to advance how the world works with leading research and innovation. The northern cities or Liverpool, Leeds, NewcastleGateshead and York are famous for their world-class conference and meeting facilities, thriving business, technological, research and academia. Exciting incentive options in quintessential English countryside such as the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. Discover six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Durham Cathedral and Hadrian’s Wall – the Roman border between England and Scotland. This region is home to over five international convention centres.


NewcastleGateshead

  • 2,000 years of history, this vibrant northern city refuses to stand still, offering delegates a warm Geordie welcome to it’s ‘Toon’ with a vibrant cultural scene;
  • NewcastleGateshead offers great global connectivity with the nearby Newcastle International Airport and flights from over 80 destinations;
  • Over 9,000 city-centre bedrooms, all within a 20-minute walk from the major venues;
  • From trusted hotel-brands to a world-class convention centre, NewcastleGateshead provides a huge range of options that can accommodate anything from 10 to 1,500 people. These venues include Sage Gateshead (offering an overall capacity of 1,640 delegates) and St James’ Park (that can host up to 500 attendees in theatre-style)


Manchester

  • Known as the Gateway to the North and recognised as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Manchester is an edgy city where innovation never stands still;
  • Manchester is one of the most accessible cities in the UK thanks to its international airport. More than 70 airlines ensure Manchester is directly connected to over 200 global destinations, including almost every major European city;
  • There are 10,065 bedrooms within Manchester city centre;
  • Manchester’s venues range from historic landmarks to a first class convention centre, conference hotels and a raft of unique and unusual options such as Manchester Central (for over 10,000 delegates, including a 804 seat auditorium) and Emirates Old Trafford (with the capacity to host up to 1,200 delegates in a theatre-style space)

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