Latest News (Business Support) - English Riviera Trade

The English Riviera was buzzing with energy on Thursday 16th October 2025 as over 800 people gathered at the Riviera International Centre for the third annual Riviera Connect Expo.

The ERBID3 Consultation Document (2027–2031) has now been produced and sent to all eligible BID levy-payers. This document is the first step in a consultation process to shape the future of the English Riviera BID, ahead of consultation sessions with businesses.

At the ERBID Annual Update event, held at the Riviera International Centre on 14th May, stakeholders from across the English Riviera’s tourism sector came together to hear the latest updates from the English Riviera BID Company.

This week marks the first anniversary of Devon and Partners Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) which is accredited by VisitEngland as part of a nationwide re-structing of the tourism sector.

New free workshops for spring 2025, designed for English tourism and hospitality businesses.

In a significant step to support the recovery of the tourism industry across Devon, South West Water have pledged a £1.2 million Destination Marketing Recovery Fund over the next three years, to be managed by the English Riviera BID Company.