Join the most influential voices from across the UKs property industry at the fifth annual Downtown in Business Planning, Property, and Regeneration conference – ‘Talkin ‘Bout Regeneration’ – on Thursday 11th September 2025 at Hotel Voco, Manchester.
Government ministers, mayors, local government leaders and executives, and leading personalities from the property sector will be among those participating in this exclusive one-day event, where the focus will be on housing, investment, regeneration, and development.
Rebuilding the country’s creaking infrastructure is a major plank of the government’s mission to deliver economic growth. This conference will highlight the role England’s regions can play in delivering that objective, with keynote speakers from the North East, Yorkshire, the North West, and the West Midlands contributing to the conversation.
Agenda:
Public Sector: Hear directly from public sector leaders from across the country on their vision for growth, investment, and regeneration in their respective regions.
The Future of High Streets: Post-Pandemic, our high streets have been struggling with the loss of retail stores, less demand in some places for commercial space, and a hospitality sector in crisis. What can be done to re-imagine high streets and unlock fresh opportunities for growth?
Skills: Addressing the talent pipeline, upskilling and making construction a more attractive proposition for the next generation.
Housing & Planning: How do we reach the government target of delivering 1.5m new homes.
BTR Market: Insights into the booming Build-to-Rent sector and what’s next for investors and developers.
Circular Economy: How sustainable development can drive profitability and social impact.
Unlocking Opportunities in The Northern Arc: A Strategic Pathway for Growth: The stretch from the Mersey to the Pennines – is already home to two investment zones, 5.4 million people, and creates an annual GVA of £150bn and £23.5bn in exports. This session will explore the transformative economic corridor reshaping industries, trade, and regional connectivity.
Stadia & Regeneration: The role of sports infrastructure in urban transformation and economic growth.
FURTHER KEYNOTE SPEAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Whether you’re a developer, investor, planner, or policymaker, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and influence the future of the UK’s property landscape.
PLEASE NOTE, PLACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED. Book early to avoid disappointment
