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Under the Covers | The Shepherd

Monday 28 September 2026
The Shepherd Mayfair, London

For our next event, we’re heading inside one of London’s most anticipated new hotel openings to hear the story behind its creation.

More info coming soon!

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In 2026, we’re exploring The Hospitality Equation and the many variables that come together to deliver successful hospitality projects.

We’ll be touring new hotels that have nailed the equation and hearing from investors, developers, owners, operators, designers and decision-makers who add value to the mix.

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  • "The Festival is one of the best networking environments in the sector. The mix of people and the openness in the room make it easy to have real conversations that make the whole experience enjoyable."

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  • "The biggest value for me is hearing such a mix of voices and having developers, designers and operators all in one place. The discussions feel more dynamic and give a much richer view of the industry."

    Jessica Morrison - GA

  • "The access to new hotels before they open is incredibly useful. Walking the spaces in person gives unique insights that you just can’t get from a panel session or a typical ballroom event."

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  • "What makes the Festival stand out for me is how much you learn just by being in the room with the people who build and shape these projects. It feels like a true community where people share knowledge freely."

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  • "The Festival of Hospitality answers a need I’m not sure many hospitality people were aware they had – filling a gap between trade fair and investment conference. The capacity of this format for learning and growth is significant, and it fosters a genuine sense of community in the industry."

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