CHS Leeds has launched its hosted buyer programme and announced a further slew of exhibitors ahead of the show on Tuesday 25 March at the Royal Armouries Leeds.
The show’s hosted buyer programme will once again include return First Class train travel for London buyers from
King's Cross, in partnership with Conference Leeds, the show’s strategic brand and hosted buyer partner. Hosted buyers will also have access to an
exclusive fam trip, providing an inside look at Leeds’ newest hotel openings,
Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Leeds, along with the refurbished Hilton Leeds City
and unique experiences at Liquor Studio Leeds.
The
programme will also feature networking events, including the Conference
Leeds and Leeds Hotels & Venues Association Hosted Buyer Connections Lunch,
a Connections Brunch hosted by ASM Global, and an Afternoon Tea and Show Round,
which will showcase the refurbished areas of the Royal Armouries Leeds.
Additionally,
the education programme, sponsored by UTAC Millbrook, will focus on the
show’s theme of Welfare and include up-and-coming changes to
the Martyn’s Law legislation.
Momentum
“We’re
really proud of the programme we’ve put together for our buyers,” said
Emma King, founder and CEO of CHS Leeds. “This is all about momentum, injecting
even more energy into the industry and providing as much support as possible
for event organisers to do their job, improve their careers, seek education,
and network with industry peers.”
Finally,
with a packed show floor and over 150 exhibitors present, buyers will have the
opportunity to engage with leading brands including new and established brands.
Among the newcomers are Wonderland Venues, Catch The Mice, Swingers – the crazy
golf club, The Milner York, Visit Belfast, The Saddle Room at Tupgill Park
Estate, The Mole Resort, and The Rail Zone, a new stand dedicated to rail travel for MICE delegates. Also joining the event for the first time are
Mama Shelter, QEII Centre in London and No Ordinary Hospitality.
Returning exhibitors include Odeon, The Belfry Hotel & Resort,
Visit Scotland with seven partners, CH Venues, National Football Museum, De Vere
Hotels, Manchester Central Convention Centre, The Celtic Collection & ICC
Wales, Maritim Hotels, Academic Venue Solutions, Venues of Excellence, ASM
Global’s Yorkshire Venues, and CGC Caterers.
Registration is open, and attendees are encouraged to secure their place by visiting CHS Leeds Registration.
Leeds fam trip
Ahead of the show, Leeds Hotels and Venues Association, in
collaboration with Conference Leeds, is running a fam
trip to Leeds, from Friday 21 March – Sunday 23 March.
Programme highlights include:
- Lord Mayor’s Reception: A warm civic
welcome
- Safari Supper Tour: Discover Leeds'
renowned dining scene
- Northern Ballet – Jane
Eyre: An
enchanting performance
- Kirkstall Brewery Tour: A taste of local
brewing culture
- Gala Dinner: An elegant evening
at the Royal Armouries
Travel and accommodation are fully provided. Anyone interested in attending should email [email protected],
[email protected] or [email protected]
for further details.
