VENUE SPOTLIGHT: Celebrate in style at Strand Palace
Celebrate the festive season at Strand Palace with a range of dining options tailored for every celebration for groups of 10-100. From just £39 per person. Choose from canapé and drinks packages, as well as seasonal dining menus, to ensure stress-free planning for your staff parties and end-of-year celebrations in the heart of London. Guests […]
VENUES MONTH: Combining modern facilities with tech and sustainability for the perfect match
Conference and event venues across the UK have adapted to new expectations since the post-pandemic re-opening, emphasising flexibility, sustainability, and immersive technology to meet the evolving needs of event managers. As events continue to combine physical and digital experiences, event professionals are increasingly selecting venues that provide modern facilities, advanced technology, and a commitment to […]
London Venues Summit 2025: Register for your delegate place today!
Taking place on the July 7th 2025, at the Dev Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, the London Venues Summit allows those in the event planning and venues realm, to share forward-thinking ideas, meet new suppliers and discover new ways to underpin their future strategies – all in a working day! Attendance is free, and includes: Learn more about the event […]
VENUE SPOTLIGHT: Legacy Hotels & Resorts – Your premier choice for corporate meetings, events, and business travel
Legacy Hotels & Resorts is proud to offer a distinctive collection of 18 fully managed properties across the UK and Southern Spain, specialising in corporate meetings, events, and business travel. With a range of versatile venues and tailored services, we are the ideal partner for your next business function, ensuring a seamless experience that combines […]
VENUE SPOTLIGHT: COMO Metropolitan London – Events in the heart of Mayfair
Featuring five versatile event spaces filled with natural light in London’s Mayfair, a delicious culinary offering with bespoke menus and audio-visual technology, COMO Metropolitan London is the perfect destination for your next meeting or event. Enjoy the peace of mind of a dedicated event planner, who will guide you through the planning process from start […]
CATERING MONTH: Procurement planning and food trends for the festive season
Planning and preparation by catering teams in the build-up to Christmas are crucial to ensure smooth operations and a successful festive period. Tess Warnes, Dietician at independent food procurement specialist allmanhall, offers her tips on preparing for one of the busiest times of the year… Start early: Orders and deliveries From the start of November, the […]
The UK’s events industry generated £61.5bn in 2023
A UKEVENTS report, compiled by Great Potential Consultancy, estimates the UK’s event industry generating £61.653 billion in 2023, which it says affirms the sector’s resilience following the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key findings from the report include: Additionally, the report points to the industry’s growing focus on sustainability and technological innovation. With an increasing emphasis on […]
5 Minutes With… Gareth Thomas, Chief Operating Officer at event management agency Adfield Group
In the latest instalment of our event industry executive interview series we speak to Gareth Thomas, Chief Operating Officer at event management agency Adfield Group, about creating memorable experiences in challenging economic times, the trend towards last-minute event registrations, and the impact AI and AR will have over the coming years… Tell us about your […]
November is Venues Month on Event Organisers Briefing: Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Event Organisers Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the events market – and in November we’ll be focussing on Venues. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help events industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a venue and would like to be […]
The mia and Avanti West Coast partner on sustainability
The Meetings Industry Association (MIA) has formed a partnership with train operator Avanti West Coast to emphasise the significance of sustainable and efficient business travel. Starting this month (October), the partnership will offer MIA members regular updates and travel tips as Avanti introduces a dedicated MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) business development role. This […]