Industry Spotlight: 50 Years of Impact and a Vision for the Future
As the Brighton Centre prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2027, it is an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable contribution it has made to Brighton & Hove over the last five decades. Opened in 1977 as the UK’s first purpose-built conference centre, the venue helped pioneer the conference industry in Britain and established […]
Central Hall Westminster reports record year as event revenue reaches new high
Central Hall Westminster (CHW) has reported its highest annual revenue since opening, with increased demand for venue takeovers, multi-day events and international business helping drive growth. The London venue said revenue for its latest trading year was 8% above pre-COVID levels and 10.72% higher than the previous year, marking a new all-time record. More than […]
The Eastside Rooms marks five years with 4,400 event bookings
Birmingham conference and events venue The Eastside Rooms is celebrating five years since taking its first booking, having hosted 4,400 events since opening during the COVID pandemic in 2021. The purpose-built venue has released figures illustrating the scale of activity over the period, including 600 conferences attended by 111,400 people and 2,804 meetings involving 83,653 […]
The Eastside Rooms expands support for neuroinclusive event planning
The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham has expanded the practical support available to event organisers looking to create more neuroinclusive experiences for delegates. The venue has brought together staff training, advance information, sensory-considerate spaces and flexible planning measures designed to address neuroinclusion throughout the delegate journey, from initial event planning and pre-arrival communications through to participation […]
Two-thirds of UK guests want to explore venues digitally before booking
Digital venue exploration is becoming an increasingly important part of the booking journey, with new research finding that 66% of UK consumers use online tools to explore hospitality venues before deciding whether to visit or spend money. The study, commissioned by immersive technology specialist Apollo3D, suggests 3D virtual tours, interactive mapping and other immersive content […]
DATA: The London event venue solutions organisers are looking for in 2026
Dining, Conferencing and Meeting sites top the list of venue solutions event professionals are sourcing for their 2026 projects, according to our exclusive research. The buying trends have been revealed in the lead up to next month’s London Venues Summit, which takes place on July 13th at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Delegates registering […]
GUIDE: Choosing a venue with the digital infrastructure your event needs
Delegates now expect premium digital experiences before, during and after events. Event apps, live polling, hybrid participation, networking platforms and real-time content sharing all rely on robust digital infrastructure at your chosen venue… Venue technology capabilities are increasingly influencing procurement decisions. A venue with inadequate connectivity or outdated AV systems can negatively impact attendee engagement, […]
GUIDE: Secrets to selecting the perfect venue for you event
We know the venue remains one of the most important decisions event organisers make. While location, capacity and budget continue to be key considerations, expectations around attendee experience, technology, sustainability and operational resilience are reshaping venue procurement strategies… Corporate event managers are increasingly expected to deliver memorable, seamless and measurable experiences while managing costs and […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Corporate events at Balfour Winery
There was a time when the phrase “corporate away day” conjured images of lukewarm coffee in a hotel conference suite and a trust exercise involving Post-it notes and reluctant enthusiasm. Thankfully, things have moved on. Increasingly, businesses are swapping grey carpets for green space, and few places make the case for that better than Balfour Winery in Kent. Set […]
June 2026 is Venues Month on Event Organisers Briefing: Make sure your solutions are part of the story!
Each month on Event Organisers Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the events market – and in June 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 Venues and would like to be […]