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Join us for one of our insightful webinars exploring the growing importance of EV charging infrastructure for destination venues in the Peak District. Discover the market trends driving EV adoption, learn the ins and outs of how chargers operate, and explore the different types available to cater to various needs. We'll also showcase the VoltShare solution, an integrated system designed specifically for the hospitality sector. VoltShare offers a premium EV charger, user-friendly mobile app, and an innovative pay-as-you-go business model that allows venues to generate additional income from each charge. Whether you're a pub, hotel, or holiday rental owner, this webinar will provide valuable information on how to future-proof your business and attract eco-conscious guests by offering convenient EV charging solutions. To register please click on either of the dates below 💻 28 November 14:00 - 15:00 https://lnkd.in/ecwE67tr 💻  23 January 10:00 - 11:00 https://lnkd.in/esBA7euY We have also added more sector specific workshops to the Industry website, take a look and book on - remember these workshops are fully funded, but the funding only runs until 31 March 2025!

⭐ East Midlands’ Tourism Awards set to be celebrated at joint Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire ceremony hosted by Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward next spring ⭐ We're delighted to announce that the winners of the Peak District, Derbyshire & Derby Tourism Awards and the Nottinghamshire Tourism Awards will be revealed at a glittering joint awards ceremony held at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham on 20 March 2025 🎉🏆 The region’s two Local Visitor Economy Partnerships (LVEPs) – Visit Nottinghamshire and Visit Peak District and Derbyshire – are joining forces to deliver the awards ceremony in partnership for the first time, to celebrate excellence and outstanding achievement across the tourism sector and give local businesses an opportunity to share their success stories, generate valuable publicity and reach new customers. From B&Bs and visitor attractions to hotels, campsites and unique experiences, the diverse award categories reflect the breadth of the region’s tourism landscape. The awards ceremony is supported by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) to celebrate the success of local tourism businesses whilst highlighting the sector’s vital £5.25BN of economic impact contribution to the #EastMidlands economy. The awards are held in partnership with VisitEngland and Gold winners will have the opportunity to progress onto the national #VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025, which represent the highest accolades in English tourism Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, said: “One of my priorities is to boost tourism and celebrate our region’s heritage, vibrancy, culture and natural beauty through my Visit East Midlands campaign. This joint awards ceremony is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate excellence in all aspects of tourism across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, and I’m delighted to host and support these awards.” Jo Dilley, Managing Director of Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, said: “We’re excited to be joining forces with our LVEP partners in Nottinghamshire to deliver a glittering joint awards ceremony celebrating the very best of tourism in the East Midlands next spring." Read more: News release: https://lnkd.in/erdMMe6w #EMCCA #visitpeakdistrict #visitnottinghamshire #peakdistrict #derbyshire #tourismawards #visitengland Rachel Gillis VisitEngland Marketing Nottingham & Nottinghamshire

15 producers from across the #HighPeak promoted their products to 50 guests representing local hotels, restaurants, bars and cafes at our ‘High Peak Culinary Showcase: Meet the Buyer’ event, held at Losehill House Hotel & Spa on Tuesday 15th October 🥬🥩🧀 Offering a platform to help local suppliers meet key decision-makers from the tourism and hospitality industry, the event aimed to spark new deals and partnerships that would support sustainable growth and help businesses strengthen their supply chains. The event was delivered by Visit Peak District and Derbyshire and was funded by High Peak Borough Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) project. Councillor Damien Greenhalgh, Deputy Leader of High Peak Borough Council and Executive Councillor for Regeneration, Tourism and Leisure, said: “We were delighted to host this successful ‘Meet the Buyer’ event in partnership with Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, funded through our High Peak UKSPF project. It’s a great example of High Peak Borough Council’s commitment to supporting local SMEs in very practical ways - creating opportunities to help our producers and suppliers make valuable connections, strengthen supply chains and grow their business in a sustainable way.” Jo Dilley, Managing Director of Visit Peak District and Derbyshire, said: “Quality food and drink is at the heart of any visit to the Peak District and Derbyshire, and this unique event provided a valuable opportunity to help local suppliers showcase their products to hotels, pubs, restaurants and cafes – all keen to source quality products for their menus or shelves. “We’re fortunate to have a wealth of passionate producers in the High Peak and encouraging collaboration between local suppliers and tourism businesses will help us to build a vibrant, engaged and sustainable visitor economy.” ➡️ Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/esAkiG8y Image credit: Tom Hodgson

A fantastic turnout for our ‘High Peak Meet the Buyer’ event at the stunning Losehill House Hotel & Spa today 👏🐟🍻🧀 A great opportunity for High Peak producers and suppliers to promote their products and network with buyers and representatives from local #tourism and #hospitality businesses - all interested in featuring local produce on their menus. After a showcase exhibition of hand-picked High Peak produce, guests enjoyed a delicious 7-course tasting lunch featuring the finest locally-sourced ingredients - including gin, beer, fish, meat, cheese, chocolate and ice cream. This brilliant event was supported by High Peak Borough Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund project, with the aim of supporting SMEs to make new connections and boost sustainable business growth across the High Peak. Thank you to everyone who joined us and thank you to the team at Losehill House Hotel & Spa for the fantastic hospitality! #peakdistrict #derbyshire #highpeak #UKSPF

A great evening celebrating the winners of the Marketing Derby Food & Drink Awards at Bustler Market #DerbyAwards24 🎉 Brilliant to see so many high quality places to eat and drink in the city centre and beyond!🍴 Congratulations to all the winners 👏

Visitor Map 2025: Book your space 📢 Bookings are now open for our 2025 Peak District & Derbyshire Visitor Map — and spaces are selling fast! Providing everything a visitor needs in one comprehensive guide, our popular Visitor Map includes attractions, places to eat and drink, activities, experiences and accommodation. With a print run of 200,000 copies, it's an unmissable marketing tool that can give your business national marketing exposure, with adverts starting from just £375+ VAT. How to book: • Download our 2025 Visitor Map rate card and choose your advert size • Send the details to: Lisa (Vyner) Woolhouse at lisa.woolhouse@visitpeakdistrict.com • If you have any questions, please call our friendly team on 01246 212924. 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-NcvBiy The deadline for the 2025 Visitor Map is 29th November 2024.

That’s a wrap! A successful day of valuable meetings with travel trade buyers and inbound operators at #UKiCon24 followed by a gala dinner in the most magical surroundings of Liverpool Cathedral. Great to meet so many businesses passionate about expanding their product in the #PeakDistrict and #Derbyshire by onboarding new product, strengthening existing relationships and spreading the word about our world-class visitor offer. Proud to be shining the spotlight on our fantastic members and partners, with the aim of driving growth and prosperity across the region. Thanks to the UKinbound and Marketing Liverpool teams for a fantastic event filled with useful insights, great networking and positive meetings. #ukinbound #visitpeakdistrict #inbound Affton Smith antony amos Joss Croft OBE - 杨博路

When we found out the theme for UKinbound’s fancy dress networking evening at #UKiCon24 was ‘Film & TV’, we couldn’t resist the chance to showcase one of #Derbyshire’s most famous filming links - Pride & Prejudice 🎥 With a little help from Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust, Visit Peak District and Derbyshire’s Amy Noton and our patrons Lewis Howe Ensana - BUXTON CRESCENT HOTEL were kitted out in Regency dress. A great night at Cains Brewery Village, and a brilliant opportunity to catch up with familiar faces, make new connections and promote the #PeakDistrict & #Derbyshire to inbound operators. Now for a day of 1-1 travel trade appointments. #peakdistrict #derbyshire #inbound #traveltrade Affton Smith Joss Croft OBE - 杨博路 antony amos Simon Wallwork Marketing Liverpool

A great first day at the UKinbound Convention #UKiCon24 in Liverpool 👏 A valuable opportunity to meet travel buyers looking to expand their itineraries and sell the Peak District & Derbyshire to visitors from across the world. Some interesting insights from a fantastic line-up of speakers today: • Scott O'Neil CEO of Merlin Entertainments on the importance of transformation to future-proof your business • Louise Bryce & Emma Wilkinson, on the new VisitBritain marketing campaign Starring GREAT Britain, promoting film and TV tourism • David Edwards and James Kennell, PhD on inbound and international tourism trends and prospects, including the rise of Generation Alpha • Andi Jarvis Eximo Marketing, on sales and marketing insights, including the importance of language in the customer journey • Tom McGarry Holiday Extras on the rise of Generative AI and how it will shape the future of tourism #ukinbound #inboundtourism #tourismsector #tourismindustry #inbound Joss Croft OBE - 杨博路 Affton Smith antony amos

What a fantastic press trip in partnership with VisitBritain China 👏 Earlier this month, we welcomed 5 top Chinese travel writers from media publications including National Geographic Traveller magazine, World Traveller Magazine and Cosmopolitan magazine, to enjoy 2 nights in the Peak District & Derbyshire promoting the area’s film & TV links 📺 From tours of historic Chatsworth & The Devonshire Group and Haddon Hall to locally-sourced meals at The Cavendish Baslow, The George Hathersage, The Peacock Rowsley; sampling Bakewell Pudding at The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop; polishing our own piece of Blue John Stone at Treak Cliff Cavern; enjoying a damp but dramatic and no less beautiful guided walk with Peak Walking Adventures; and relaxing in a fantastic overnight base at Wildhive. We managed to squeeze so much into two very full-on days! Thank you to all our brilliant partners who helped to make the trip such a success. We can't wait to see the coverage promoting the Peak District & Derbyshire to thousands of Chinese visitors. If you’d like to work with us on future press and FAM trips, please contact amy.noton@visitpeakdistrict.com. #presstrip #PRtrip #mediatrip #presscoverage #visitbritain #visitengland #visitpeakdistrict #derbyshire #peakdistrict