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    VisitEngland announces launch of virtual English Tourism Week

    VisitEngland has today announced that this year’s English Tourism Week to highlight the economic importance and value of tourism to local economies across England is going virtual.

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    MeetGB Virtual takes place this June as an online showcase for events professionals

    Our flagship MICE event, MeetGB Virtual will take place on 17 and 23 June, facilitating online meetings between global events buyers and UK suppliers. Register for free now.

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    Latest news and information about COVID-19 for businesses

    Information for UK tourism businesses affected by COVID-19 including links to Government guidance, financial assistance and other resources.

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Latest inbound visits by journey purpose

Q4 2019 vs Q4 2018

with % change versus 2018

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Latest England domestic overnight trips by journey purpose

January-November 2019

with % change versus 2018

View our latest monthly data page for more domestic insights >

£951 additional visitor spend generated as a result of our activities in 18/19

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VisitEngland announces launch of virtual English Tourism Week

21 May 2020
VisitEngland has today announced that this year’s English Tourism Week to highlight the economic importance and value of tourism to local economies ac
MeetGB Virtual and visitbritain logo

VisitBritain launches virtual business events showcase ‘MeetGB Virtual’

14 May 2020
VisitBritain has today announced that its flagship annual Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) event MeetGB, will this year be run
VBVE joint logos

New industry standard in development in response to COVID-19

5 May 2020
A clear ask of us from the industry is to develop a common industry standard quality mark that would provide a ‘ring of confidence’ for tourism busine

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Showing love for Great Britain

We are refocusing our international marketing activity in the light of COVID-19. Join the conversation.
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Working for us

Do you want to join a committed, enthusiastic and talented team? By working for us, you can help develop world class tourism product and inspire the world to explore Britain.

Find out more about developing your career at a truly global organisation. 

HR Administrator

We are seeking an experienced HR Administrator who will work closely with the HR team and Head of People and Talent to provide efficient administrative support across all aspects of HR Operations. Apply by 3 June

Senior HR Business Partner

A Senior HR Business Partner is required who will be responsible for the management of HR Business Partners and stakeholders ensuring the continuous development and implementation of the People Strategy. Apply by 3 June.