Why UK hosts should attend the Host Planet Roadshow 2026
- james73515
- Aug 22, 2025
- 3 min read
The Host Planet Podcast recently welcomed Andy Fenner, Chief Executive of the Short Term Accommodation Association (STAA), to reveal why the Host Planet Roadshow 2026 is a must-attend for UK hosts and property managers. The series will visit Cornwall, Portsmouth, London, Nottingham, Bath, Chester, and Edinburgh, bringing practical training, policy clarity, and hands-on networking to the regions that power short-term rental tourism.
“It’s crucial we meet hosts where they work,” Andy says – because stepping away for multi-day London conferences isn’t realistic when you’re juggling changeovers, maintenance, and guest issues.
This roadshow is a Host Planet × STAA collaboration designed to be local, useful, and actionable. Expect candid conversations with industry leaders and peers, on-the-spot problem-solving, and direct engagement with the people shaping policy. The mission is simple: help you run better businesses and strengthen the sector’s voice – in your own backyard.
What you’ll get at each Host Planet Roadshow stop
Real-world tactics you can use straight away. Every event focuses on operations, revenue, compliance, and guest experience – with checklists, templates, and Q&A so you leave with concrete changes to implement right away. As Andy puts it, owners rarely “train themselves” – this is your day to step back, learn, and level up.
Proper connection – with people, not platforms. Small operators often “deal with a computer” more than a person. The roadshow puts names to faces: vendors, peers, and support networks you can actually speak to, share challenges with, and learn from. It’s a sharing industry, not a zero-sum game.
A seat at the policy table. The STAA will invite MPs and councillors to meet hosts on home turf. Face-to-face stories change minds: when local leaders hear how STRs keep pubs open and attractions alive, the headline narratives soften and collaboration improves. The roadshow helps make those real-world connections happen.
Timing matters: registration is coming
A national registration scheme for England is on the way (likely Q1–Q2 2026, per current signals). The STAA has campaigned for a light-touch, easy-to-use system, because reliable data strengthens the sector’s case and stops misinformation. The roadshow will keep you briefed and ready – and gather feedback during the crucial window when officials are still listening. If you’ve got input, the STAA wants to hear it.
Why regional matters (and why now)
This is not another one-size-fits-all conference. Each stop reflects its local market realities – seasonality, housing narratives, and council priorities – so the guidance lands where you operate. You’ll meet other owners from your area, compare notes, and leave with practical fixes for familiar problems (pricing pinch points, cleaning standards, safety checks, neighbour relations, and more). For many, it’s also the antidote to running a lonely business.
Dates, cities, and partners
Cornwall – 5 February (with Beach Retreats)
Solent – 4 March (with The Island Holiday Company & Just For You Holiday Homes)
London – 23 April (day after the Short Stay Summit)
Nottingham – 14 September (with Simply Owners)
Bath – 7 October (with Curated Property)
Chester – 10 November (with Sykes Holiday Cottages)
Edinburgh – 3 December (with Adore Scotland)
The roadshow’s strategic partner is the STAA; PriceLabs is the title sponsor; and Women in Short-Term Rentals is a delivery partner. Tickets are just £40 each.
How to make the most of your day
Bring your pain points. Turnovers, pricing, comms, neighbour concerns – get specific ahead of curated roundtable discussions.
Come ready to network. Swap supplier tips, SOPs, and local insights with operators like you; the industry advances when we share what works.
Engage your councillor/MP. Use the event as a meeting point; the STAA can help with intros and talking points. Your local story carries real weight.
Final word from Andy
“We’re building a sector that’s heard – locally and nationally. Come along, learn, share, and help us show leaders the real value of short-term rentals in our communities.”
Book your place, bring a colleague, and start 2026 on the front foot.
For tickets and city pages, head to the Host Planet Roadshow landing page.
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