Where to go in England

Leeds is home to exciting venues including four leading universities, the First Direct Arena and the Royal Armouries, making it a popular conference destination. With rejuvenated city squares and cosmopolitan museums as well as expertise in medicine, healthcare, professional services, digital and manufacturing, Leeds is the second largest financial centre outside London and made for events.

From transforming the world with Stainless Steel production in 1913 to producing Olympic legends like Jessica Ennis and music stars like the Arctic Monkeys, Pulp and the Human League, Sheffield is a creative city bursting with ideas and energy. One of England's greenest cities and woven into the stunning Peak District National Park, Sheffield blends bustling city culture with outdoor adventure, making it a unique business events destination.

Harrogate is a charming spa town, home to the modern Harrogate Convention Centre and a range of luxurious incentive experiences. The town is rich in history, with a vibrant arts scene and culinary delights including an elegant English Afternoon Tea at the world-famous Bettys Café. Located just 20 minutes from Leeds, Harrogate is well-connected and easily accessible, offering metropolitan city life at a relaxed pace.

Discover Liverpool’s unique convention spaces and a thriving nightlife, rich maritime history, world-renowned musical heritage as the birthplace of The Beatles, and two of the Premier League’s biggest football clubs. Easily accessible by air or rail, Liverpool offers four universities, two strikingly different cathedrals and a warm hospitality guaranteed to get delegates talking.

Predominantly known as a British holiday favourite, Blackpool is famous for its seaside culture, entertainment and neon lights. The region is steeped in history, art, sport and music venues alongside miles of golden coastline. Blackpool is home to outstanding architecture and offers exciting venues of all shapes and sizes, from the Blackpool Tower Ballroom to the Winter Gardens Blackpool event space and convention centre.

Cheshire is home to a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire. The county’s capital has complete city walls to explore, the oldest racecourse, and the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain. Easily accessible from Manchester and Liverpool, this destination is a great place to extend your stay and explore the exciting attractions and hidden gems that the region has to offer.

The Gateway to the North, where Rolls met Royce, the city that split the atom and changed the world, Manchester is an edgy city where innovation never stands still. Home to one of Europe’s largest academic campuses with an array of unique venues and an award-winning convention centre, Manchester’s extensive conference choice has established the city as one of Europe’s most exciting business tourism destinations.

NewcastleGateshead is a destination of landmarks: take in seven spectacular bridges crossing the River Tyne, Antony Gormley’s contemporary sculpture Angel of the North and the gleaming shell of The Glasshouse as you make your way to your next meeting or convention. Over 2,000 years of history and a rich industrial past meet scientific research and digital innovation in the vibrant North East, and rest assured you’ll be given a warm Geordie greeting!

Named the UK’s 2017 City of Culture, Hull is a maritime city with a vibrant conference scene, unique venues and a flavour of historic Olde England. From the lively cosmopolitan waterfront to the rugged East Yorkshire heritage coastline and tranquil Yorkshire Wolds, famously captured by artist David Hockney, this destination offers event planners the best of all worlds.

A city with Roman roots and a Viking past, where ancient walls surround contemporary meeting venues and Georgian grandeur, York is one of England’s finest and most historic cities. An official UNESCO Creative City of Media Arts and home to the UK’s largest gothic cathedral, medieval cobbled lanes and 30 museums with the beautiful Yorkshire Dales on its doorstep, York has been an ideal meetings destination for 2,000 years.

Birmingham is a dynamic, creative city and constantly evolving. England’s natural meeting place, this centrally-located city is a crossroads for culture and diverse influences on art, music and cuisine. Birmingham’s endless energy springs from fresh thinking and innovation, making it a leading lifestyle and business destination with sectors of expertise in digital technologies, data-driven healthcare and advanced engineering.

Famed for engineering advancements in the British automotive industry, two leading universities and the birthplace of William Shakespeare in nearby Stratford-upon-Avon, the lively city of Coventry is surrounded by picturesque Warwickshire countryside and offers a unique setting for business events. Located just one hour from London and 20 minutes from Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire are easily accessible by rail, road and air.

Elegant and compact, Cambridge boasts a blend of history, scientific discovery, high-tech innovation, culture and beauty. With the stunning architecture of the renowned University of Cambridge, green parks and the River Cam winding through its heart, Cambridge is a unique and inspiring destination.

The ‘Festival Town’ of Cheltenham is the gateway to the Cotswolds, with festivals of literature, music and science drawing attendees like Sir David Attenborough, Gregory Porter, Hillary Clinton and actor Brian Cox. Home to the UK Government’s Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), the birthplace of the world’s first vaccine and a history of pioneering advancements in technology, science and the arts, Cheltenham and the Cotswolds has much to offer.

Once voted the friendliest city in Europe, Nottingham is best known around the world as the home of the legendary Robin Hood. Today it is a destination for culture, heritage, shopping and sports. Among urban centres and century-old forests, choose from a multitude of academic spaces, Grade II listed buildings and stately homes. Nottingham has it all.

Oxfordshire has unique meeting venues, from a UNESCO World Heritage site to historical Oxford University settings and state of the art contemporary conference and exhibition venues. This, combined with its great social and leisure opportunities in the city and its surroundings, makes it a great choice for the meeting of lively minds.

England’s cosmopolitan capital is home to one of the largest world economies with leading sectors in digital and technology, life sciences, financial and professional services and the creative industries. From high-tech venues to incentive experiences that bring to life over 2,000 years of history, immerse yourself in the English capital that will always inspire.

Feats of engineering, Regency architecture and a thriving harbour come together in Bristol. As the largest city in the South West and a UNESCO City of Film, with Bath on its doorstep, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Roman spas and the only natural hot springs in Britain, this region is a thriving metropolis brimming with creativity, history and heritage. It’s the perfect business events destination.

Away days in the South West conjure up idyllic images of cream teas, charming fishing villages and fine dining along the English Riviera. With two National Parks and the jaw-dropping Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, it’s hard to believe you’re just two hours from London. Home to the Met Office, Russel Group and four leading universities, as well as luxurious incentives to extend your stay, makes Devon the complete conference package.

Brighton is a seaside destination with great energy and creativity where you can leave feeling refreshed and inspired. Known as ‘London-by-the-sea’ for its cosmopolitan cultural offerings, Regency architecture and efficient transport links to the capital, Brighton is a compact city with much to offer.

Kent is home to 350 miles of beautiful shoreline boasting some of the best beaches in Europe. With cutting-edge art, historic castles, mouth-watering dining spots and funky cultural quarters, Kent seamlessly blends old and new. Less than an hour from London with super-fast links to Europe, Kent offers an exciting and easily accessible destination for your events.

The Royal Borough of Windsor has something for every delegate taste with historic venues, riverside retreats, 7 Michelin-star restaurants and world-famous racecourses. From beautiful National Trust gardens to the ancient Eton college which has educated royals and Prime Ministers, Windsor adds a prestigious flair to your meetings, conferences and incentive programmes.