The Dispatch
Guides, field notes and unfiltered opinions for the people who put on live events, and the fans who turn up.
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1,023 guidesWhat Will Events Look Like in 2030?
From AI-driven personalisation to climate-resilient venues, we explore the trends that could reshape the UK events landscape by the end of this decade.
How to Write an Event Listing That Converts
Learn how to craft event listings that turn browsers into ticket buyers. Covers headlines, descriptions, imagery, and the psychology behind high-converting event pages.
Health and Safety Checklist for Event Organisers
Essential health and safety checklist for UK events.
Snooker Event and Exhibition Ticketing
Sell tickets for snooker exhibitions and club events.
Pre-Sale Strategies to Build Hype and Sell Fast
An on-sale time, a teaser page with a countdown, a list that fills itself, members' early access…
Group Booking Tips for Events
How to organise group bookings for events.
Passing card fees on to buyers: what the rules say
Passing the card fee on to buyers at checkout is not allowed for consumer card payments in the UK and Ireland.
Managing Door Staff at Events
How to manage door staff and entry for your events.
Darts Night Ticketing for Pubs and Venues
How to sell tickets for darts nights and exhibitions.
Designing Effective Event Pages That Convert
Top to bottom: the line under the title, the image that does three jobs, honest prices and availability…
Booking Fees Explained
Understand what booking fees are and why most platforms charge them.
Table Tennis Event and League Ticketing
Ticketing for table tennis tournaments and league matches.
