Join the Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition on 17-18 March 2027 at the Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus, a key event for finance professionals in social housing.
Dates
17–18 Mar 2027
City / country
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Venue
Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC)
Companies exhibiting at Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition include ABN AMRO Bank, Abovo-Consult, All pay, Allia C&C and Anthony Collins.
Event overview
The Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition is the premier event for finance leaders in the social housing sector, taking place on 17-18 March 2027 at the Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus.
This event will address the critical financial issues facing the sector, bringing together peers, exhibitors, and stakeholders for meaningful discussions and collaborations.
Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition takes place in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
TL;DR
Attending the Housing Finance Conference provides invaluable insights into the financial challenges and opportunities within the social housing sector. Dates and Venue: Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition takes place on 17-18 March 2027 at Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus. Scale and Focus: This leading finance event attracts over 1,700 attendees, primarily finance directors and senior finance professionals. Buyer Authority: Attendees include finance.
Exhibiting at the Housing Finance Conference offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers in the social housing sector. Scale and Focus: This leading finance event attracts over 1,700 attendees, primarily finance directors and senior finance professionals. Buyer Authority: Attendees include finance directors, heads of finance, and board members from various housing associations.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Kings Dock, Liverpool Waterfront, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 4FP
Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC) in Liverpool typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC) in Liverpool typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
NHF Member (<2,000 homes)
NHF Member (<2,000 homes)
NHF Member (<2,000 homes)
NHF Member (>2,000 homes)
NHF Member (>2,000 homes)
NHF Member (>2,000 homes)
Public sector / not for profit
Public sector / not for profit
Public sector / not for profit
Private sector
Private sector
Private sector
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 1,700
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
Prior-edition figures sourced from post-show reporting for 2026; confirm against organiser press release when available. The 2026 edition brought together 1,700+ visitors at Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC).
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition on 2027-03-17 to 2027-03-18 in Liverpool lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Tune Hotel Liverpool
2-star hotel with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, restaurant; captured as centrally located and easy to get around. Listed at INR 4,805 per night in the capture (approx. 45% below its usual rate); confirm GBP price at booking.
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock Hostel
4-star hostel with free Wi-Fi, free parking, bar, restaurant and kitchen in rooms; breakfast charged separately. Captured at 38% below its usual rate.
Lord Nelson Hotel - Lime Street Station Liverpool by Compass Hospitality
3-star hotel with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and parking; breakfast charged separately. Captured at 55% below its usual rate, convenient for Lime Street rail arrivals.
Hard Days Night Hotel
4-star hotel with breakfast available; captured at 46% below its usual rate.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Merseyrail / National Rail
The fastest city-centre option for delegates arriving by train; the waterfront stations sit within walking distance of the convention centre.
Bus
Frequent services run along the Strand; useful for hotels north of the city centre. Tap-on contactless payment is standard.
Taxi / ride-hail
Metered black cabs and app-based ride-hail both operate in Liverpool; traffic along the Strand is heavy at peak times, so allow extra minutes.
On foot
The waterfront is walkable from most central hotels; the exposed dockside route is windy and wet in March, so carry a waterproof.
Car and parking
Parking availability is usually good at the campus but event days fill quickly; pre-book where the venue allows and check congestion charging does not apply in Liverpool.
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taxi
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Weather
March 2027 March in Liverpool falls in early spring; UK weather at this time is changeable, so pack for both rain and cooler spells. The captured weather page for Liverpool did not return monthly figures, so check a live forecast before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
UK mobile networks offer prepaid SIM and eSIM options for visitors; venue Wi‑Fi availability varies - confirm with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
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Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress and tone
Housing finance audiences in the UK dress in suits or smart business attire on the main conference day, with jackets often removed during long sessions. The tone is collegiate rather than hard-sell: treasury and finance people expect a direct, numbers-first conversation rather than a marketing pitch.
Greetings and small talk
A handshake and first name are standard. Opening with the organisation you work for and your remit works better than a long company introduction; Liverpool conversation often starts with travel or the weather before getting to business.
Punctuality and scheduling
Sessions start on time and delegates move between the hall and exhibition during short breaks. Book meetings for coffee breaks or lunch rather than assuming you can hold a finance director in conversation during the plenary.
Money and payments
Sterling is the currency and card or contactless payment is accepted almost everywhere, including taxis and venue cafes. Cash is rarely needed; keep a small amount for tips or a bus fare if a card reader fails.
Food, drink and tipping
Tipping is not expected at pubs and cafes where service is ordered at the bar, and 10-12.5 percent is normal in table-service restaurants if a service charge is not already added. Evening networking often continues in Liverpool city centre pubs rather than formal dinners.
Local context
Liverpool's waterfront venue sits in the regenerated docklands, a short walk from the Albert Dock and Liverpool ONE. Scouse is the local dialect and identity, and locals are generally quick with directions if you look lost between the station and the docks.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Liverpool; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Liverpool; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC): Liverpool city centre: Tune Hotel Liverpool; Albert Dock, Liverpool waterfront: YHA Liverpool Albert Dock Hostel; Lime Street Station area, Liverpool city centre: Lord Nelson Hotel - Lime Street Station Liverpool by Compass Hospitality.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Liverpool; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC).
Parking: On-site parking is available at Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027
Seasonality: March in Liverpool falls in early spring; UK weather at this time is changeable, so pack for both rain and cooler spells. The captured weather page for Liverpool did not return monthly figures, so check a live forecast before travel.
Packing: Bring a waterproof outer layer and an umbrella, layers for cool mornings, and comfortable shoes for walking between city-centre hotels and the Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus. Smart casual clothing covers most trade-show meetings in the UK.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
14 days before: confirm your place is booked in the right rate band - NHF member under or over 2,000 homes, public sector or not-for-profit, or private sector - because the price gap between bands is several hundred pounds.
12 days before: lock travel into Liverpool Lime Street by rail or into Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) or Manchester (MAN) by air, and check the organiser schedule page at finance.housing.org.uk/schedule before fixing arrival times.
10 days before: reserve accommodation in the city centre around Lime Street or on the Albert Dock waterfront so the venue is walkable or a short taxi ride away.
7 days before: download the programme and shortlist sessions on rent setting, refinancing, business plan stress testing and regulatory expectations that match your role.
5 days before: prepare two or three specific questions for lenders and advisers on the exhibition floor, for example covenant headroom, refinancing timing or new funding lines.
3 days before: check UK rail engineering works or strike notices for your route into Liverpool, and save hotel and travel confirmations offline.
2 days before: pack a waterproof and layers for early spring weather, plus business cards and a notebook for session notes.
1 day before: travel to Liverpool, check the walking route from your hotel to the waterfront venue, and collect your badge early if registration opens ahead of the first session.
On the day: arrive 30-45 minutes before the opening session to clear badge collection and walk the exhibition before the hall fills.
After the event: send follow-up emails to lender and adviser contacts within 48 hours while the conversation and any rate indications are still current.
Registration and hall orientation at Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC)
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition registration concourse
Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC)
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Convention Centre at Liverpool Experience Campus (formerly ACC)
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
GBP 595 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | GBP 595 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Housing Finance Conference and Exhibition fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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Date checked
National Housing Federation
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