Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Event professionals are urged to register now for The Meetings Show 2025 to gain access to an unforgettable experience. There are various ways to register to attend The Meetings Show 2025, which will be co-located with Business Travel Show Europe.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

by Adam Quigley, Founder & CEO The Events Consultant As we move into 2025, the events industry is facing both challenges and opportunities. The latest data from Venue Directory offers an in-depth look at how the industry is evolving. Venues and organisers began to ramp up their event schedules, leading to a strong rebound.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

Wyboston Lakes Resort directors share their trends and wishes for 2025 Technology will remain pivotal, not just for operations but for creating immersive experiences, says Louisa Watson, Marketing Director & Sustainability Lead. The S also encompasses diversity and inclusion, and this will take centre stage in 2025.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The Barbican, one of London’s most iconic cultural and conference venues, will showcase its recent innovative use of space at IBTM 2024 in Barcelona. The Barbican’s world-class event venues comprise a range of spaces, from intimate meeting rooms to the 2,000-capacity Barbican Hall. Visit the Barbican on stand no.

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EventSource

MARCH 18, 2025

Set against the charming, cobblestone streets of Torontos historic Distillery District, the event gave couples a rare chance to explore three of the citys most sought-after wedding venues all within the same day: Cluny Bistro , The Distillery District - Loft , and Archeo. Mango Studios captured the gorgeous details for us on both days.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Ashton Gate Stadium, one of the premier event venues in Bristol and the South West, has officially launched its highly anticipated Christmas 2025 party packages. Secure your spot now and celebrate Christmas 2025 in style at Ashton Gate Stadium! Find out more: here

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 22, 2025

Lime Venue Portfolio and Levy have partnered with the UK & Ireland Chapter of ICCA, the global association for the international meetings industry, as the lead sponsor for the 2025 annual conference, set to take place in Leeds from 2628 February 2025.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The most anticipated openings of 2025, alongside big plans for brands, show how hospitality continues to evolve. New and Renovated Hotels Reflect Top Trends 2025 is a year to get excited for. All-Inclusive is All Around Dreams Cap Cana Resort & Spa is anticipated to open in the Dominican Republic by the end of 2025.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

In 2025, Blenheim the UNESCO World Heritage Site is set to celebrate its 75th anniversary of opening to the public next year whilst embarking on its most ambitious restoration project in its history, the full repair of large sections of the Palace roof.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

Greengage Solutions has announced the shortlist for its 2025 Sustainability Awards that will be presented at a ceremony in London in May.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The Belfry Hotel & Resort , in Royal Sutton Coldfield, North Warwickshire, is delighted to announce the life-changing charities it will be supporting in 2025. To be aligned with such an iconic sporting venue, known worldwide for its historic association with the Ryder Cup, is almost beyond belief for a small charity like ours.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

International Womens Day 2025 is calling for all to #AccelerateAction for gender equality. At Central Hall Venues we are proud to have five female leaders! Rhiannon Thomas, head of sales and marketing, Central Hall Venues I’ve been fortunate to work in companies that offer flexibility and opportunities for all.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

At its Annual General Meeting held yesterday at The Lansdowne Club, leading venue consortium Westminster Venue Collection announced its new, expanded board formation. With over 175 years of combined industry experience, Westminster Venue Collection’s new board is expertly placed to support its continual growth throughout 2025.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

The latest PULSE Survey February 2025 reveals that while optimism has softened, event demand remains strong, reinforcing the critical role of technology in helping planners manage costs, streamline operations, and improve event execution. Looking ahead into 2025, the events industry will continue to embrace groundbreaking tech innovations.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 18, 2025

Yet as audience expectations shift and technology advances, organisers must rise to the challenges of 2025 or face being left behind particularly as 44% of attendees now deem the use of tech vital for event engagement according to the Freeman report.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Mandy Jennings, CEO and Owner of Venues of Excellence reflects on 2024 and the power of the sales and marketing consortium for independent venues. As 2024 draws to a close, Mandy Jennings, CEO, reflects on the incredible progress and achievements of the past 12 months for the consortium and its member venues.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

1 2028 is Poised to Spur a Significant Market Shift With the demand for meeting space continuing to soar, event planners are increasingly feeling the pressure to lock in venues ASAP. Meeting profs can expect to have more breathing room when selecting venues, as the increased supply should ease some of the current space constraints.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2024

One of central Londons leading sustainable events venues, 15Hatfields , has recorded its best trading quarter to date. The South Bank venue, which opened its doors in 2008, has achieved a 13.6% Looking ahead it seems its a trend that is set to continue into 2025 for 15Hatfields.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2024

World Kabaddi today celebrates the official 100-day countdown to the Kabaddi World Cup 2025 which will be held in Wolverhampton and the West Midlands between 17 th and 23 rd March 2025, with the team draw for the 16 participating nations taking part in the competition.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Venues of Excellence (VOE) Annual Conference 2025 Positive Evolution, was held this year at the recently renovated Imago Venues, Burleigh Court, brought together over 130 industry leaders, professionals, and suppliers for an inspiring celebration of growth, collaboration, and innovation.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Drayton Manor Resort joins Venues of Excellence Drayton Manor Resort in Tamworth, West Midlands is the latest member to join Venues of Excellence (VOE) in 2025. As a renowned destination with outstanding corporate meeting and event facilities, they are a perfect fit for our prestigious consortium of unique and diverse venues.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

billion) of MICE business volume was sourced through the Cvent Supplier Network, one of the worlds largest MICE hotel and venue sourcing marketplaces. Last year, $16.5 billion (13.1 577 million (456.5

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Attendease

DECEMBER 3, 2024

What does 2025 hold for the events industry? Lets take a look at the top event trends that will shape 2025! Well continue to see this conversation evolve in 2025. In 2025, well continue to see more activity-based events. When used correctly, AI will continue to help planners and organizers save time and resources in 2025.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The Ideal Home Show, in partnership with La Redoute, which has been a cornerstone of British culture since 1908, is set to return to Olympia London from 21 st March to 6 th April 2025. From securing exhibitors to curating exciting features, we leave no detail to chance Whats in store for the 2025 show? What goes into making it happen?

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Unique London events venue, Church House, Westminster , has had a record-breaking year for Christmas party bookings, with eight taking place this festive season and one already confirmed for Christmas 2025. Such confidence in Church House is reflected in the abundance of award wins and nominations it achieved in 2024.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The UKs largest charitable social enterprise leisure provider – GLL – will add Westminster Boating Base to its portfolio of unique and first class event venues when it takes on management and operations on behalf of the Westminster Boating Base charity from 1 March 2025, following an agreement struck with the charitys trustees.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 6, 2025

With only six months to go before the opening of The Masters Suite , demand for The Belfry Hotel & Resorts flagship new events venue continues to soar with a staggering 43million-worth of enquiries to date. With construction having progressed ahead of schedule, the venue is opening one month earlier than originally planned.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Surveying 140 event venues, suppliers, agents and destinations, the quarterly benchmarking report reveals that, on average, almost half (41%) of forecasted revenue for 2025 is already confirmed. This includes contributions from international events, which currently account for an average 12% of forecasted revenue in 2025.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Reflecting on his new role, Andy comments: I am excited to take on this role at the HAC, a venue steeped in history. We’ve already got an incredible team here, and Im looking forward to pushing the boundaries of what we can achieve together in 2025.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

As a luxury hotel sales director, youve seen how increasingly sophisticated meeting planners are becoming in their venue selection. Sustainability Is Non-Negotiable More planners are prioritizing eco-conscious venues and destinations. Today’s elite corporate clients expect more than just recycling programs.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Vote for the Best in the Meetings Industry Click the button below to vote for the venues and CVB/DMOs you know for distinguished characteristics from hospitality to facilities. The Planner Choice Award The 13th Smart Stars award is based on the actual experiences of Smart Meetings magazine readers at venues and destinations around the world.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Vote for the Best in the Meetings Industry The 13th annual planner’s choice award is based on the actual experiences of Smart Meetings magazine readers at venues and destinations around the world. Help to shine the spotlight on your favorite brands.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 21, 2025

To better support planners in 2025, Smart Meetings chatted with Tyra Warner , associate professor and chair of the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts at College of Coastal Georgia, to learn what they should consider when entering the contract negotiation phase of their event planning.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

As part of the latest proposals for RIBA’s House of Architecture modernisation programme, which includes a transformation of the Grade II* listed home of RIBA, 66 Portland Place will close from June 2025. To enquire about hosting an event, or find out more about House of Architecture, email venues@riba.org or call 020 7307 3888.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Our bureau is a full-service partner that goes beyond simply providing venues. With robust recovery, innovative technology and a strong focus on sustainability, AIME 2025 is more than just an eventit can be used as a blueprint for the future of global meetings.

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EventSource

AUGUST 30, 2024

Celebrating the launch of their 2025 carefully curated catering menu, the team at Daniel et Daniel Catering & Events invited various professionals from across the industry to their sneak peak dinner at The Royal Conservatory. Naturally, RCM served as the perfect venue host for the occasion.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Scheduled for 24 th April 2025, this first-of-its-kind awards ceremony will honour outstanding contributions to mentoring. Fast Forward15 Mentoring Awards The proud partner is The Mermaid London, a high-profile conference and events venue in the City.

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