Annual Tourism Conference

Annual Tourism Conference

Our Annual Peak District Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Conference is an unmissable event offering updates, presentations, inspiration and networking for local tourism and hospitality businesses.

Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Conference

The annual Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Conference, organised by Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, is an unmissable event offering updates, presentations, inspiration and networking for local tourism and hospitality businesses.

The event provides a great opportunity to learn more about our work to support and grow the visitor economy, with plenty of opportunity for networking with industry colleagues and the chance to listen to inspiring and insightful talks from speakers and tourism experts.

Join us for the 2025 Annual Tourism Conference on 24 September, 09.00 - 15.00 at Derby's newest venue and conference sponsor, Vaillant Live. BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE NOW!! https://2025-Tourism-Conference.eventbrite.co.uk

We are delighted to welcome Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward as our keynote speaker, Mayor Claire will share her exciting plans for the East Midlands and the importance of the Visitor Economy. As always the conference will offer a great day of networking, discovery, insights and celebration at Derby's newest event space and conference sponsor, Vaillant Live! 

Visit Peak District & Derbyshire celebrated its 20th anniversary this August, and this year’s Tourism Conference marks the occasion with a look back at two decades of achievements and forwards with our exciting marketing campaign due to launch in the new year. 

We will also look at the recent developments in Derby and its future plans to further transform this special city. The day will also feature inspiring speakers and plenty of chances to connect and network with industry peers. Speakers include Jo Dilley, Managing Director and Rachel Briody, Marketing Campaigns Manager, Visit Peak District & Derbyshire; Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council; Rob Gorton, Chair of the Derby City Development Board; Sarah Owen, Director of Development, Chatsworth and Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward

🗓️ Wednesday 24 September
⏰ 09.00 - 15.00 (registration 09.00 - 10.00)
🏠 Vaillant Live, Derby
👉 https://2025-Tourism-Conference.eventbrite.co.uk
😋 Pastries on arrival and buffet lunch included

Following the conference there will also be the opportunity for you to book on a tour to learn about the exciting developments in the city, including a visit to the recently opened Market Hall.

Speakers confirmed so far

Councillor nadine peatfield

Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council

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Jo Dilley, Managing Director Visit Peak District & Derbyshire

Rachel Briody

Rachel Briody, Marketing Campaigns Manager Visit Peak District & Derbyshire

Rob Gorton

Rob Gorton, Chair Derby City Development Board

Sarah Owen

Sarah Owens, Director of Development, Chatsworth

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Conference Sponsor Vaillant Live

Keynote Speaker; Mayor of the East Midlands Claire Ward

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