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VisitBritain news

Sir Nick Varney has been revealed as the headline speaker at this year's VAC. Taking
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
The National Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC 2022), has been held for the 19th time. Taking
VAC 2022 has announced the final line-up of 25 top attractions sector speakers set to
Chester Zoo, Nothe Fort and Black Country Living Museum are among the 19 winners of
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
Elevate
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Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
For those who missed VAC 2020 – the annual UK Conference for Visitor Attractions –
UK tourism and heritage minister, Nigel Huddleston, delivered the keynote speech during this year's Annual
OPINION TOURISM IN A POST-CORONAVIRUS WORLD By Ken Robinson CBE, tourism expert. Coronavirus is devastating
The English Premier League (EPL) is a major driver of inbound tourism into Britain –
VisitScotland is looking to tap into one of the fastest growing outbound tourism markets by
The UK tourism sector is set to see a boost in the number of Chinese
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The number of tourist arrivals from Japan to the UK is expected to reach record
The UK is benefitting from a sharp rise in overseas visitors during Christmas – which is
Lady Cobham CBE has called for increased focus on work-based training opportunities, in order to
Tourism body VisitBritain says its generated more than £1bn for Britain last – equivalent to
UKinbound has named Joss Croft as its CEO, replacing Deirdre Wells, who stepped down from
VisitBritain has announced that its flagship annual travel trade event, ExploreGB, is to be held
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Strong growth from a mix of overseas visitor markets made 2017 a "record year" for
Historic properties and attractions across England experienced significant growth in visitor numbers in 2017. VisitEngland’s
Britain’s visitor attractions are set to get a major boost, with investment into the sector
VisitBritain has agreed commercial deals with destination management companies for the first time, in order
Three of the UK’s three most populated cities – London, Birmingham and Manchester – have
“I Travel For” is the new message from VisitBritain, which this week launched its tourism
Former House of Commons deputy leader Michael Ellis has been named parliamentary undersecretary for arts,
Record levels for Britain's inbound tourism are set to continue into 2018, after VisitBritain forecast
The value of tourism to Britain could rise from £130bn to £268bn by 2025 –
The British government has spelt out plans to maximise the UK's heritage assets as preparations
As the global spotlight falls on the soon-to-be married Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Britain’s
A marketing initiative spearheaded by VisitBritain hopes to attract more US and overseas tourists to
VisitBritain is turning to a bear from Peru to boost tourism, with a new film
Overseas visits to the UK hit a record 23 million in the first seven months
The Tourism Sector Deal – a strategic plan developed by a consortium of leading tourism organisations
England’s heritage tourism has generated up to £16.4bn (US$22.2bn, €18.6bn) in visitor spending a year,
John Glen, Britain’s minister for Arts, Heritage and Tourism at the Department for Digital, Culture,
VisitBritain as launched a UK-wide campaign to encourage the country’s young adult population to take
The UK attracted a record number of overseas visitors during June – thanks largely to
Around 250,000 holidaymakers from China spent more than £1bn in the UK last year, marking
New figures released by VisitBritain have shown strong growth in overseas visits from markets including
VisitBritain has launched a new campaign aiming to boost visitor numbers in the UK, announcing
12,300
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InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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HCM magazine
HCM People
Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
You’ll see Lotte’s influence in many of today’s classes and I want to make sure her name doesn’t die
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News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
HCM magazine
Insight
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
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Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

VisitBritain news

Sir Nick Varney has been revealed as the headline speaker at this year's VAC. Taking
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
The National Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC 2022), has been held for the 19th time. Taking
VAC 2022 has announced the final line-up of 25 top attractions sector speakers set to
Chester Zoo, Nothe Fort and Black Country Living Museum are among the 19 winners of
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
For those who missed VAC 2020 – the annual UK Conference for Visitor Attractions –
UK tourism and heritage minister, Nigel Huddleston, delivered the keynote speech during this year's Annual
OPINION TOURISM IN A POST-CORONAVIRUS WORLD By Ken Robinson CBE, tourism expert. Coronavirus is devastating
The English Premier League (EPL) is a major driver of inbound tourism into Britain –
VisitScotland is looking to tap into one of the fastest growing outbound tourism markets by
The UK tourism sector is set to see a boost in the number of Chinese
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
The number of tourist arrivals from Japan to the UK is expected to reach record
The UK is benefitting from a sharp rise in overseas visitors during Christmas – which is
Lady Cobham CBE has called for increased focus on work-based training opportunities, in order to
Tourism body VisitBritain says its generated more than £1bn for Britain last – equivalent to
UKinbound has named Joss Croft as its CEO, replacing Deirdre Wells, who stepped down from
VisitBritain has announced that its flagship annual travel trade event, ExploreGB, is to be held
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Strong growth from a mix of overseas visitor markets made 2017 a "record year" for
Historic properties and attractions across England experienced significant growth in visitor numbers in 2017. VisitEngland’s
Britain’s visitor attractions are set to get a major boost, with investment into the sector
VisitBritain has agreed commercial deals with destination management companies for the first time, in order
Three of the UK’s three most populated cities – London, Birmingham and Manchester – have
“I Travel For” is the new message from VisitBritain, which this week launched its tourism
Former House of Commons deputy leader Michael Ellis has been named parliamentary undersecretary for arts,
Record levels for Britain's inbound tourism are set to continue into 2018, after VisitBritain forecast
The value of tourism to Britain could rise from £130bn to £268bn by 2025 –
The British government has spelt out plans to maximise the UK's heritage assets as preparations
As the global spotlight falls on the soon-to-be married Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Britain’s
A marketing initiative spearheaded by VisitBritain hopes to attract more US and overseas tourists to
VisitBritain is turning to a bear from Peru to boost tourism, with a new film
Overseas visits to the UK hit a record 23 million in the first seven months
The Tourism Sector Deal – a strategic plan developed by a consortium of leading tourism organisations
England’s heritage tourism has generated up to £16.4bn (US$22.2bn, €18.6bn) in visitor spending a year,
John Glen, Britain’s minister for Arts, Heritage and Tourism at the Department for Digital, Culture,
VisitBritain as launched a UK-wide campaign to encourage the country’s young adult population to take
The UK attracted a record number of overseas visitors during June – thanks largely to
Around 250,000 holidaymakers from China spent more than £1bn in the UK last year, marking
New figures released by VisitBritain have shown strong growth in overseas visits from markets including
VisitBritain has launched a new campaign aiming to boost visitor numbers in the UK, announcing
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
HCM magazine
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
The goal is for all new centres to be Net Zero. Sustainability is something we’re investing heavily in across the business
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Serco Leisure
Serco Leisure Operating Limited is one of the UK’s leading national operators of leisure centres, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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