Invitation: Barnsley Visitor Economy Forum
23rd March 2026
You’re invited to get involved and drive forward Barnsley’s visitor economy.
The Barnsley Visitor Economy Forum brings together businesses, organisations and partners from across the tourism and hospitality sector to connect, collaborate and help steer the direction of Barnsley as a destination. The Forum is led by the sector, and is your opportunity to be part of the conversation, influence priorities, and make sure the visitor economy works for you.
When: Tuesday 31 March
Choose a session that suits you:
- Morning: 8am – 10am (registration from 7:30am)
- Afternoon: 4pm – 6pm (registration from 3:30pm)
Both sessions will cover the same content, so you only need to attend one.
Where: Wortley Hall, Wortley, Barnsley, S35 7DB
What to expect:
- Keynote speakers sharing insight and inspiration from across the visitor economy
- Networking activities and opportunities to build new connections and strengthen existing ones
- A chance to tell us what you need from the Forum, ensuring it reflects the priorities of the sector
Whether you’re an attraction, accommodation provider, food and drink business, creative, retailer or experience provider, this Forum is designed to support collaboration and collective growth.
Why Attend?
- Shape the Future: Share your views and directly influence plans, campaigns and priorities for Barnsley’s visitor economy.
- Exclusive Opportunities: Access insight into upcoming events and sector initiatives that could benefit your business.
- Connect & Collaborate: Build valuable relationships with peers and partners, find new collaborators and tackle shared challenges together.
- Grow Your Profile: Raise your business’s visibility and connect with regional and national initiatives.
- Be Part of the Network: Join a sector-led Forum dedicated to delivering real value for businesses across tourism and hospitality.
We look forward to welcoming you to Wortley Hall and working together to strengthen Barnsley as a great place to visit.
Book your place here: Barnsley Visitor Economy Forum Booking Form – Fill in form
RSVP before 24 March.
Can’t make it? Get in touch with VEF@barnsley.gov.uk to be added to the mailing list
