News and Insights from Visit West Convention Bureau
Here's where you'll find the latest news, articles and insights from the Visit West Convention Bureau including venue news and developments, incentive itinerary ideas. which events you can meet us at, and opportunities you can get involved with.
We're out in the region and across the industry all year round, hosting familiarisation trips, attending trade shows, and keeping a close eye on everything that makes Bristol, Bath and the West of England a destination worth choosing.
There's also always something happening in Bristol, Bath and the West of England, and always something on the horizon. Whether it's a venue opening or a festival putting Bristol on the global map, here is where we'll update you on venue developments and refurbishments, local awards and accolades and big regional news that could shape your next event.
Take a look and find out more about what makes the West of England among the UK's most compelling event destinations.
Sports fans love Bristol. The city is home to professional rugby, cricket, football and basketball teams, with international fixtures a common feature on the event calendar. As well as watching professionals on the field, there are also endless sporty and active experiences on both land and water…
The Archives and Records Association (ARA) is the professional membership organisation for Archivists, Records Managers and Archive Conservators in the UK and Ireland, and those working internationally. As the unified voice of the record-keeping sector, ARA champions the importance of archives and…
Crafting an unforgettable incentive trip itinerary in Bristol and Bath is easy. Soak up the luxury and elegance of Bath, the lively and creative spirit of Bristol or both – they’re located just 11 minutes apart by GWR train. Across the two distinctive cities and the charming countryside that…
As a green city surrounded by countryside, Bristol is an excellent destination for getting delegates out of their comfort zones and into the great outdoors. Among the city’s parks and the nearby Mendip Hills, a designated National Landscape, you can throw yourself into adventurous incentive…
For event planners looking to host conferences, training sessions, corporate meetings or multi-day events, academic venues in the West of England offer a compelling alternative to traditional hotels and conference centres. Many campuses feature purpose-built auditoriums, historic halls and breakout…
When planning an event, the dining experience can often be the moment guests remember most. Whether it’s an elegant, black-tie dinner, an intimate executive supper, or a memorable closing evening for a conference, private dining offers the perfect way to bring people together in a more personal and…
Perhaps unsurprisingly for a city with wellbeing at its heart, Bath has a strong sporting spirit. Elite athletes train here; it’s home to historic Premiership side Bath Rugby and the beautiful green spaces serve as a scenic backdrop to outdoor activities. Here’s how you could bring delegates…
Bristol, Bath and the West of England are fantastic locations for business events, offering a plethora of historic and unique venues, as well as major hotel brands and purpose-built conference facilities. Check out our roundup of venues able to accommodate seated conferences for 400 or more…
Lively, leafy Bristol is known for its maritime history, fantastic food and drink and alternative arty streak – all things that make it a memorable incentive trip destination. From the cobbled streets of the Old City quarter to the buzzy Harbourside, the city centre is full of iconic sights and…
Looking to organise a Gala Dinner in Bristol, Bath or the surrounding area? The Visit West Convention Bureau team are on hand to find you the perfect place to host your event, whether it's a corporate gala dinner, charity ball or an awards ceremony. Bristol, Bath, and the West of England region…