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Helen Applin represented Bristol, Bath and the west of England at the annual MeetEngland European Trade Mission in Geneva, Paris and Brussels. 

We are attending The Meetings Show this June with some amazing stand sharers to showcase what our region has to offer for events planners. 

Festival Congress is the largest gathering of independent festivals in the UK, and is AIF’s flagship event, welcoming 400 delegates. The event consists of a conference and after-party.

On the 1st April Meet Bristol & Bath attended The Business of Events – Global Policy Forum 2025 in London focusing on the theme of ‘Unlocking Growth in the Events Economy’.

Meet Bristol & Bath had the pleasure of welcoming the Meet England team to Bristol and Bath at the end of March.

The Great Ambassador Network Group Annual Conference supported by Visit Britain Business Events took place at Warwick Conferences in March.

Head of Business Events, Helen Applin represented Meet Bristol & Bath at EXPERIENCEit in Edinburgh.

Head of Business Events at Meet Bristol & Bath, Helen Applin attended the VisitBritain Business Events Association Conference.

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.

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 train. 

An itinerary that combines time soaking up the city centre’s luxurious spa culture with experiences in stunning rural settings creates the ultimate wellbeing break for delegates. 

Here’s a recommended one-day itinerary that gives you a taste of the region’s homegrown delights, all set against the backdrop of the scenic Mendip Hills.