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James Berresford

James Berresford is a respected leader in UK tourism, best known for his time as Chief Executive of VisitEngland, where he launched campaigns that drove domestic travel and supported sector growth. Our coverage explores his ongoing work promoting sustainable tourism, including his roles at the Peak District National Park Authority and the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust. For hoteliers and hospitality professionals, Berresford’s career offers insights into destination marketing, heritage-led regeneration, and effective tourism development strategies within the UK.

James Berresford

James Berresford is a respected leader in UK tourism, best known for his time as Chief Executive of VisitEngland, where he launched campaigns that drove domestic travel and supported sector growth. Our coverage explores his ongoing work promoting sustainable tourism, including his roles at the Peak District National Park Authority and the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust. For hoteliers and hospitality professionals, Berresford’s career offers insights into destination marketing, heritage-led regeneration, and effective tourism development strategies within the UK.

VisitEngland to become stand-alone body

VisitEngland has announced that it will formally separate from VisitBritain, creating an…

Tourism sector confident for year ahead

The tourism sector had a strong Christmas trading performance, with increased bookings for…

Tourism to be among decade’s ‘biggest drivers’ of economic growth

Over half a million new jobs will be created in tourism over the next decade, according to…

Investment in England’s roads key for tourism, says VisitEngland CEO

The CEO of tourist board VisitEngland, James Berresford, has welcomed an announcement today…

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg calls for tourism drive in the north

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has called for a greater strategy to help drive tourism in…

VisitEngland to launch ‘Access for All’ project

Following a successful bid for funding from the European Commission, VisitEngland has…

5.1 million Britons plan a UK trip for August bank holiday

Around 5.1 million Britons are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this August Bank…

English attractions enjoy 5% visitor boost in 2013

Visits to attractions in England increased by 5% in 2013, according to VisitEngland. 

Local marketing campaigns deliver jobs and growth boost for England

Local marketing campaigns that aim to improve domestic tourism have generated income of…

Strong Easter boosts domestic tourism, says VisitEngland

Britain saw a 10% rise in domestic holiday trips in April this year with tourism spend up 5%…