The conference will take place on 1 and 2 December 2015 at the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester. Ite will explore the theme of re-use of industrial heritage.

• Day one will explore the role of the public sector in encouraging the creative reuse and commercial opportunities of industrial heritage
• Day two will explore opportunities to develop new uses with commercial partners to leverage investment

Speakers will include:

• Sir Howard Bernstein, Chief Executive, Manchester City Council
• Tom Walker, Director of Cities & Local Growth Unit, DCLG/BIS/Cabinet Office
• Jonathan Robinson, The Guardian
• Rohan Silva former Number 10 Special Adviser and Co-Founder, Second Home
• Duncan Wilson OBE, Chief Executive, Historic England
• Carole Souter CBE, Chief Executive, HLF
• Ros Kerslake, Chief Executive, The Prince’s Regeneration Trust
• Tom Bloxham MBE, Chairman and Co-Founder, Urban Splash
• Sally MacDonald, Director, MOSI

Key themes

The central theme is the re-use of vacant and at-risk industrial heritage buildings. This includes how former warehouses and factories are suitable for use by the creative industries. The conference aims to offer key public and private stakeholders helpful advice and guidance from leading figures in the sector.

Revived and re-used industrial buildings can be used to stimulate new industries. Industrial heritage can also help regenerate urban areas and help boost business.

How to get involved

One- and two-day conference tickets are available. Tickets can be booked via the conference website or by calling 020 3262 0560.