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People seated around round tables in a conference room listening to a presentation, with a large screen displaying text at the front, at a previous Visitor Economy Connect event.

Are you a local hospitality or tourism business looking to grow your reach and connect with like-minded professionals?


Visitor Economy Connect is a networking and support session focused on the visitor economy, aimed at engaging local hospitality businesses.

Due to the success of our previous Visitor Economy Connect events, we want you to join us at our next forum!


Date, time and location

Wednesday 28 January
10am - 12pm
Hilton Garden Inn Abingdon Oxford


Why should I attend?

  • Insights and Impact: Get a first look at the results from the last 12 months of the Visit Southern Oxfordshire project, including key campaigns and stats.
  • Influence the Strategy: We’re looking ahead to 2026. This is your chance to tell us what matters most to your business and help shape our upcoming focus.

  • The Power of the Purple Pound: Learn how to tap into the £14.6 billion accessibility market. We’ll explore practical ways to improve your offering and welcome more visitors.

  • Local Networking: Connect with fellow B&B owners, pub and café managers and event specialists, over coffee and pastries.

This session is your opportunity to engage with like-minded entrepreneurs, share insights and learn from experts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to build your network and gain practical insights for your hospitality business!

Please note that spaces are limited.

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