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Time to change your venue?

Why reviewing your choice of space could save you time, money, and hassle

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Discovering Estelle Manor for meetings and events

From the moment you arrive at Estelle Manor, you feel like a VIP - here's our experience of how its service & spaces set the tone for events

A grand day out: Venue inspiration and strategy in the heart of Manchester

Join our team as we explore the Manchester venue scene, from grand hotels to cultural powerhouses, and share what makes each one stand out.

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Navigating the UK’s new ETA system for EU event attendees

With the UK’s ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) system extended to EU travellers as of 2nd April 2025, Bien Venue has created this guide to help…

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Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons – a Michelin-starred haven for exclusive events

Nestled in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, Le Manoir has built a reputation as a gastronomic and event destination under the guidance of…

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Treehouse Hotel Manchester – A fresh & playful meetings and events venue

Treehouse Hotel Manchester has officially opened its doors, bringing fresh, playful energy to the city’s hospitality scene. Let's explore...

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Free venue finding for HR professionals

Here's how free venue finding for HR professionals and your employees can help save time and money, and meet your employees' expectations

voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, an IHG Hotel – Sustainable hotel now OPEN!

Bien Venue gets the lowdown on voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, IHG’s first Net Zero Carbon Hotel!

Mindfulness in meetings

Mindfulness in meetings can enhance productivity, creativity, and overall wellbeing. But what is mindfulness, how do you include it in meetings, and…

Association Event Planning – Your Ultimate Guide

In this guide, we walk you through the essential steps for association event planning and execution - including event objectives, managing your…

2025 Event trends

Here are the key 2025 event trends that Bien Venue experts predict will shape meetings and events, helping you plan more confidently.

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It’s the time of year we reflect on industry and business changes, and share what we’re looking forward to in 2025!

Spotlight on: North Wales

North Wales: What makes this stunning region of rich heritage & breath-taking scenery a great business meetings and events destination? We take a…

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Free venue finding for executive assistants – a game-changer

Executive Assistants are often the unsung heroes of the corporate world, balancing countless responsibilities. Free venue finding services can make a…

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Venue search – more than finding a room!

We spoke to our Managing Director, Kerry Edwards, about why a venue search is more than finding a big enough room. Here's Kerry’s insight on this key…

Golfing away days – Bien Venue’s top 5 venues

In this blog we take a look at golf away days, and explore 5 of the best UK venues for this classic team activity.

TRIBE Manchester Airport – New Manchester hotel opening

We spoke to Ben McNally, Director of Sales & Marketing - TRIBE Manchester Airport to get the low-down on the stunning new TRIBE property open for…

Planning a Conference on Collaboration? Our expert tips will inspire your agenda

Unsure where to start with the agenda for your conference on collaboration? Here are our team's suggestions, based on decades of experience.

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Going for gold with sporting venues

Our venue finding experts have curated a go-to list of sporting venues to put your meetings and events into pole position.

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The event brief – your blueprint for successful events

What is event gamification, and how can it be used to captivate your event delegates and boost their event experience?

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Spotlight on: Liverpool

Considering Liverpool for your next venue for a meeting or event? Here's our selection of venues, plus the great reasons to plan an event in the city…

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Away day activities – ways to recognise and reward your team

Our event experts have collated their list of ideas for team away day activities to inspire, incentivise and reward employees.

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Spotlight on: Brighton for meetings and events

Brighton for meetings and events - From its iconic Pier to its busy arts scene, we explore the coastal gem as an ideal destination.

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Event gamification can be game-changing

What is event gamification, and how can it be used to captivate your event delegates and boost their event experience?

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Event wellbeing and wellness

We share event wellbeing elements that can easily be integrated into your event agenda, and share examples of what the big brands do well.

Awe-inspiring corporate summer parties

Break out the BBQs, and put the Pimms on ice - we’re ready to plan awe-inspiring corporate parties.

Employee recognition events in a venue to remember

From theme parks to museums, the UK has a variety of venues that make perfect spaces for hosting your employee recognition events.

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12 of the hottest outdoor venues to enjoy this summer

In this guide, we share 12 of the hottest outdoor venues for corporate events. So, dust off your sunglasses, pack a picnic basket, and get ready to…

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Association venue finding – Your guide to choosing the perfect venue

When planning meetings and events for your association, how do you select the venue? In this blog, we walk you through the essential steps.  

Event catering – Go healthy or go home? 

From the rise of Veganuary to Dry January, event planners are reimagining event catering to appeal to diverse preferences and dietary choices.

2024 hotel and venue openings

Looking for a new UK hotel or venue opening to inspire in 2024? We've curated a selection of newly opened spaces, and those due to open this year.

Overseas events and meetings: Tips for success

Bien Venue's Sam Rourke shares his top tips to ensure your overseas events are memorable and seamlessly executed.

BV Bright Sparks: Sam Rourke

Bright Sparks gives you all the info on the team behind BV Events. Here, we meet sports mad meetings and events professional, Sam Rourke.

Event planning mistakes to avoid

Planning a business event can be daunting and hindered by unforeseen event planning mistakes, especially if you are new to it. Here's how to avoid…

Spotlight On: Birmingham

Birmingham has more canals than Venice, is the birthplace of heavy metal, and home of the Commonwealth Games 2022! It doesn't even scratch the…

Sustainable sips: zero-alcohol for greener drinks

We explore a refreshing trend in the events industry – the growing preference for zero-alcohol drinks (with free downloadable mocktail menu)

Spotlight on: Glasgow

Glasgow: What makes the city known for its charming population and industrial history the perfect place to host your event? Find out here..

Sustainable venues

We put our spotlight on UK sustainable venues with everything from energy efficiency and food waste reduction to innovative eco-projects.

Company conference – Ten theme ideas

Struggling to come up with just the right theme for your company conference? Here are 10 ideas to help inspire your team...

Plan a Christmas party like it’s 2023

2023 Christmas party demand is set to be greater than ever. And when people have been waiting years to gather, it had better deliver.

The Langham: Our secret concierge insider’s guide

The Langham holds glorious secrets inside that must be freed. So, we’re sharing these sumptuous event spaces with you...

Meetings & event venues: New for 2023

Looking for new UK meetings & event venues to inspire in 2023? We've curated a selection of newly opened spaces, and those due to open this year.

Spotlight on: Belfast

Belfast: Birthplace of the Ship of Dreams and home to reams of culture, what makes the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland a great meetings…

BV Bright Sparks: Emma Varga

In the latest of our ‘Bright Sparks’, we introduce whizz with numbers, Accounts Assistant Emma Varga.

Spotlight on: Bristol

Bristol: With a modern economy built on creative media, tech, electronics & aerospace, what makes the gateway to the South West a great meetings and…

Case Study: Company Incentive Trip

Company incentive trip with 2 nights' accommodation, packed with immersive, motivational, & memorable experiences! Read all about it!

6 reasons to include team building in your next corporate event

Team building has many benefits for businesses. We share them here, alongside insights from industry experts Bien Venue works with...

Are the Jubilee and Glastonbury affecting the corporate event industry?

As the UK basked in the afterglow of Jubilee celebrations & Glastonbury, we considered the effects corporate events.

Business travel and meetings: blurring the lines

A wave of newer train services blurs the lines between business travel and meetings. Read about the innovation solutions here...

BV Bright Sparks: Mark Dixon

Ever wondered who creates the magic at BV? Our new ‘Bright Sparks’ series has all the insider team info, and we've started with our Client Services…

Spotlight On: Gran Canaria

Your Gran Canaria conference or event will benefit from from an excellent destination, with many fantastic corporate hospitality venues.

Top Tips for Planning the Perfect Conference

Top Tips for Planning the Perfect Conference, from location and speakers to event sustainability and marketing

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