On Friday 19 September, we'll be travelling to Newbury Racecourse and Donnington Valley Hotel for a fab day of networking, hospitality & good times!

This is a DW Networking event and they are always fantastic! This promises to be a really interesting and fun day and a great way to learn about these wonderful venues as well as meeting your fellow event professionals for an unforgettable experience!

Our DW Networking events are always fantastic and a great way to catch up with your fellow event professionals.

This is what we do best!
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The plan is for a few event buyers, Neil & Di from Team DW, and a couple of suppliers, to get together to check out the fantastic facilities at Newbury Racecourse & Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa.

After meeting at the fabulous Donnington Valley for some light light breakfast snacks & a show-round, we'll be off to Newbury Racecourse, to check out this glorious venue, as well as experiencing a raceday from an exclusive hospitality box.

We round this fab day off by heading back to Donnington Valley again for cheese & wine. Trust me - we will be looked after fantastically well!

Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa have kindly offered a small number of complimentary bedrooms for event buyers, from outside of the area, on a first come first served basis.

This event is expected to generate a lot of interest, so if you’re a buyer and you are potentially interested please click on the link below asap to register your interest.

There will be (paid for) opportunities for suppliers / venue people to attend too.

So, who is it for?

Perfect for event agencies, freelancers, corporate event managers, PAs, or venue finders

Its expected to generate a lot of interest, so if you like the look of this, please register your interest below asap. It’s free for buyers to attend and accommodation will also be included for you guys too!
Please only register if you can definitely attend on the date

There are a limited number of paid-for event supplier places available

The supplier places are available at a cost of £175.00 + VAT for DW Superstars members or £225.00 + VAT for non-members. There will be a special discounted rate for accommodation should you need it. * Please note this is only open to non-competing suppliers / venues

Newbury Racecourse

Come and experience the start of the Dubai Duty Free International Weekend at Newbury Racecourse on Friday 19th September. Combining the thrill of live racing while exploring our stunning conference & events spaces on offer.

As guests make their way through the venue, they can immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere, enjoying top-class facilities and exclusive areas that offer incredible views of the racecourse.

Whether dining in luxury hospitality suites or walking through the bustling paddock, the experience will include the excitement of high-stakes racing with the chance to unwind and network in beautifully designed spaces, making it an unforgettable experience for all.

Find out more here: https://newburyracecourse.co.uk/conference-and-events/

Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa

A place where you will receive genuine service, soft pillows and a warm welcome, Donnington Valley is set within 120 acres of Berkshire countryside.
Renowned for its personal touch, the hotel boasts an 18 hole golf course, 111 bedrooms and spectacular spa facilities complete with 18 metre swimming pool, health club and Matrix gym.

The 2 AA rosette award-winning restaurant brings together fine food and fine wines in a relaxed, informal dining space. In the warmer months, The HangOut comes to life; alfresco dining with a twist, and menus to match.

Escape and experience first class facilities with stylish meeting rooms, useful breakout spaces and service with a smile.

Find out more here: http://www.donnington.group/

EVENT INFORMATION:

Date & time: Friday 19 September 2025 ( 09:00 - 20:00 )
Locations: Newbury Racecourse and Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa

09:00 - Arrival to Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa
09:15 – Show round and light breakfast snacks
10:00 – Depart Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa
10:30 – Arrival at Newbury Racecourse – drinks and canapes on balcony
11:00 – Gates open
12:00 – First 2 courses of a 3 course sit down lunch
13:30 – First race
14:30 – Parade ring walk / talk
15:00 – Dessert
17:15 – Last race
18:15 – Depart Newbury Racecourse
18:45 – Arrival back toDonnington Valley Hotel & Spa for some wine & grazing boards

Donnington Valley Hotel & Spa have kindly offered a small number of complimentary bedrooms for event buyers, from outside of the area.

PLEASE NOTE:

👉🏽  Only register your interest if you are definitely able to attend on this date - i.e. you will definitely be able to  #showup

 👉🏽 If you register your interest, we will inform you in due course if you have a place at this event (we're expecting lots of interest, so places are limited) - thanks for your understanding

If you've never been to a DW event, check out a few memories from our previous events