The BNC Forum
voco Oxford Thames Hotel
10th February 2025
The BNC Forum | 10th February 2025 | voco Oxford Thames Hotel
The Venue - voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Stunning country house hotel based in Oxfordshire
A riverside setting, on the banks of the River Thames
104 choice of stylish rooms and suites
30 acres of parkland and formal gardens
200 pax theatre-style in the Oxford Suite
9 meeting and training rooms
Roman-style swimming pool, spa bath, sauna and steam room
Only a 60-minute train journey from central London and just off junction M4 J29 or M40 J8
Local attractions include: Blenheim Palace, Bicester Village, Ashmolean Museum, Bodleian Library
When: Monday 10th February 2025
Where: Henley Road, Sanford-on-Thames, Oxford OX4 4GX
Nearest Train Stations: Oxford Station | Radley station | Oxford Parkway
Parking: Free on-site parking, including EV charging
Facilities: Thames Leisure Club & Spa, fitness centre, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room
Costs: This event is completely complimentary for in-house corporate event managers and a fee applies to suppliers to participate
The BNC Forum | 10th February 2025 | voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Who?
We’re bringing together 20 in-house corporate event professionals, 20 HelmsBriscoe associates and 20 top-tier UK suppliers.
What?
An exceptional networking experience. We’re returning to our roots as pioneers of the first corporate event managers' forums, now partnering with HelmsBriscoe to deliver a premium networking event tailored to you and your business needs.
Why?
This is your opportunity to engage directly with other senior-level decision-makers and top-quality suppliers to elevate your event game. Spend meaningful time building lasting connections with some of the UK’s most prominent buyers and suppliers.
The BNC Forum | 10th February 2025 | voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Here's what some of our guests had to say:
‘New contacts, new destinations and superb food’
‘A must-attend event to keep up to date with what's happening in the venue space as well as to provide an opportunity to relax and network with likeminded individuals’
'Big thanks for organising the most memorable networking event I have ever attended. Really productive and well organised! I have learnt so much from the experienced buyers and got to understand more of how the suppliers work.
Great work to The BNC team!'
‘Definitely worth doing - great to build your network and knowledge’
The BNC Forum | 10th February 2025 | voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Itinerary
Monday 10th February
Welcome check-in refreshments
1:1 meetings with top-tier suppliers
Roundtable discussions
Buffet lunch
1:1 meetings with top-tier suppliers
Roundtable discussions
Free time to enjoy!
Dinner & Drinks
Overnight Stay
Tuesday 11th February
Buffet breakfast
Event ends😭
Check-out and departures
The BNC Forum | 10th February 2025 | voco Oxford Thames Hotel
Exclusive Event for Event Professionals
Imagine an intimate gathering of just 60 elite event professionals – 20 in-house corporate event professionals, 20 HelmsBriscoe associates and a select group of 20 top-tier event suppliers. This is The BNC Forum a luxurious overnight networking forum designed to foster meaningful connections that propel your events programme forward.
Here's what awaits you at the voco Oxford Thames Hotel:
✔️ Productive pre-scheduled meetings
✔️Build relationships in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere
✔️ Be a delegate for the day and let us take care of everything for once
✔️ Top-notch networking with like-minded event professionals
The BNC Forum | 10th February 2025 | voco Oxford Thames Hotel
How to register?
The BNC Forum has generated overwhelming enthusiasm from both buyers and suppliers. Due to high demand, we currently have a waiting list for our next exciting BNC Forum on Monday, 10th February 2025, at voco Oxford Thames Hotel.
To secure your spot on the waiting list, click 'Join the Waiting List' and we will contact you as soon as buyer and supplier spaces become available.