BMKALC Conference 2025 – Place Shaping – June 16th 2025 9.30am to 4pm
Oculus The Gateway Conference Centre, Gatehouse Rd, Aylesbury, HP19 8FF
We are pleased to announce our Conference for 2025 on the topic of Place Shaping. The concept of place shaping calls on us to shape our place, it’s an invitation to take charge of our local areas, to mould them into shapes that not only appeal to us, but also to those who visit or invest in our communities. It’s about re-imagining our surroundings and painting a new, vibrant picture of our area, it’s about creating spaces and environments that are better for everyone.
What’s Happening?
We will explore the narratives of ‘place’, the social and physical fabric of the communities in which people live, their collective experience of urban environments, high streets, town centres and rural areas. ‘Places’ are economies where we earn our living, communities where we relate to others, and the centrepiece of our identity and belonging.
What Is Place Shaping?
Shaping our Place Understanding your parish’s Unique Selling Proposition (USP) is vital in setting it apart from over 9,000 other alternatives. The introduction to the concept of “Shaping your Place” underscores the necessity of identifying and effectively communicating what makes your parish exceptional. A compelling USP not only showcases the unique features and benefits of your parish but also aligns with the needs and desires of your residents, both existing and prospective. By emphasizing what makes your community special, from historical landmarks to vibrant local events, you can attract new families and strengthen the communal bond. Knowing your parish’s identity, offerings, and future direction enables you to share a cohesive and inspiring vision, fostering a thriving and unified community.
Workshops: Workshop attendance is included in the ticket price, details for the workshops and booking information will be advertised shortly
Hospitality: Refreshments and lunch are included in the ticket price please email balc@bucksalc.gov.uk to advise of any dietary requirements
Date: June 16th
Time: 9.00am to 4.00pm (Registration 9.00am – 9.30am)
Location: Oculus The Gateway Conference Centre, Gatehouse Rd, Aylesbury, HP19 8FF
Parking: Onsite parking is free, electric charging points are available and disabled parking bays are available at the front of the car park (these cannot be reserved in advance)
Public transport: The train and the bus station are around a 10 minute walk from the venue
Members: £25 per delegate (limited to two delegates per council)
Non members: £50 per delegate (limited at two delegates per council)
For Conference Programme and Workshop Booking: Conference 2025 – BMKALC
Promotional Flyer download: Flyer Conference 2025 – Place Shaping June 16th Week 5
