NAGS Conference 2025
Wednesday 18th – Friday 20th June
The 2025 NAGS Conference will take place at Tortworth Court in Wotton Under Edge, to the North of Bristol and on the Southern edge of the Costwolds. Recorded in the Domesday Book, the estate was the ancestral seat of the Ducie family for 350 years. Following a multi-million pound restoration, the manor house now combines 21st-century style with a wealth of original features and fittings.
The event brings NAGS members from all UK regions together to share the successes and challenges of running their agencies, and share experiences of managing teams, mergers, systems, and more.
The outline agenda for the Conference is below, along with the pricing and link to register.
Outline Programme for NAGS 2025 Conference
Tuesday 17th June
Bedrooms are available for those who wish to take advantage of an additional night or those playing golf on Wednesday
Wednesday 18th June
- Optional round of golf, taking place offsite at a nearby course
- Afternoon at Leisure – use of hotel facilities pool, and gym, or book a spa treatment or afternoon tea
- Optional cocktail making during the afternoon
- Invite-only drinks reception for new NAGS Members and first-time conference attendees.
- Wednesday Evening – informal evening of networking, food & drink, and the NAGS Quiz
Thursday 19th June
Daytime Conference Professional Sessions:
- Benevolent Fund AGM
- NAGS AGM
- Strengthening NFUM Client Support: The Role of the Security Module and 24/7 Assistance – session by Roy Sinclair
- Presentation from Nick Watson*, Sales and Agency Director & Gary Thomson, Head of Agency NFU Mutual
- Unlocking the commercial success of your agency – interactive workshop with Steve Bussey
Drinks Reception & Conference Dinner:
- Fancy Dress “A night at the theatre/opera”
- Fancy dress is not essential, at NAGS 2024 Conference around 85-90% of people dressed up
Friday 20th June
Breakfast and departure
*subject to final confirmation
Optional Activities on Wednesday
Afternoon Tea on Wednesday 18th June
With sweeping views across the grounds and a sense of timeless grandeur, a classic afternoon tea at De Vere Tortworth Court is always an occasion.
Whether taken in the 1853 Restaurant & Bar, the bewitching Old Library or on the terrace during the summer months, you’ll find British Classics such as cucumber & cream cheese finger sandwiches, freshly baked homemade scones (including plain and fruit scones), tea, pastries and cakes, making your afternoon tea experience unique and exquisite.
And if the occasion requires a little something extra, a glass of champagne or prosecco, should be just the thing.
Cocktail Making on Wednesday 18th June
Join us for an exclusive Cocktail Making Experience in the beautiful ambiance of our Library Bar! Perfect for groups looking to learn the art of mixology in a sophisticated setting, this 2-hour class will guide you through the process of creating three iconic cocktails. Under the expert guidance of a professional mixologist, you’ll learn essential techniques, from measuring and shaking to garnishing like a pro.
Details:
- Experience: 3 cocktails per person
- Price: £35.00 per person
- Group Size: Minimum of 10 guests, maximum of 25 guests
- Duration: 2 hours
Spa Treatments
The venue has created a discount code Conference25Spa. This is valid for the event dates and would entitle the booker to 10% off treatments. You can book this using the discount code box online through the Leaf Spa section of the website (here), by quoting the code via e-mail to Tortworth.Leisure@devere.com or by calling the Spa Reception on 01454 263624.
Golf on Wednesday 18th June
Set in South Gloucestershire, with two superb private parkland golf courses, surrounded by breath-taking views of the Cotswold hills, Thornbury Golf Course will be the venue for the NAGS25 Golf Competition.
The golf price for NAGS25 include a tea or coffee, and a bacon or sausage roll.
Find out more about the Course here
Pricing
Full Package
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B&B on Wednesday & Thursday
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Food, Networking & Quiz on Wednesday
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Conference / AGM attendance on Thursday
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Conference Dinner on Thursday
£800 for Double occupancy
Full Package Plus
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B&B on Tuesday
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B&B on Wednesday & Thursday
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Food, Networking & Quiz on Wednesday
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Conference / AGM attendance on Thursday
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Conference Dinner on Thursday
£990 for Double occupancy
Main Package
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B&B on Thursday
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Conference / AGM attendance on Thursday
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Conference Dinner on Thursday
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£650 for Double occupancy