As an industry, we’ve long recognised the need for better visibility, not just within our own venues or events, but across the entire ecosystem, from organiser to supplier, local authority, planning, licensing and law enforcement, accommodation and travel providers and crucially the ticket buying public or professional.
The National Events Database is designed to fill that gap.
The database is free to use.
Simply put – it’s a national, self-service map of all events and venues, open to everyone, regardless of size, sector, or compliance status.
It plots What / Where / When it is happening.
This isn’t just a multi-dimensional directory.
The National Events Database (NED) supports the UK’s preparedness and resilience agenda in both safety and security particularly as we move toward full implementation of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act, better known as Martyn’s Law in April 2027.
By creating a single map of where people gather, the NED helps with horizon scanning and enables proportionate resource allocation.
It builds a common operational picture: a comprehensive national picture of venues and events, whether you qualify for Martyn’s law or not, supporting the SIA’s role as the regulator. It shares intelligence with law enforcement, Protect UK, Home Office and Local Authorities.
Ultimately it creates a single source of truth for the industry using a common language and knowledge base, breaking down silos.
It helps improve market competitiveness allowing for venues and events to embrace their situation be it in a village, town or municipality.
It also extends the reach of venues and events beyond the UK’s shores into Global Markets.
As a public facing tool it maps events and venues and provides a clickable web link.
As an industry tool it builds a common operating picture.
Behind the scenes it includes secure data on Who is involved – including key contacts and is a repository for Policies and Procedures.
Whether you run a free to access village fete, a parade, a ticketed stadium, multi-venue festival or an Enhanced Tier exhibition venue, you can register, update and be seen – or opt for privacy.
