Bonhams returns as headline sponsor of Valuers’ Conference

Auction house Bonhams has confirmed that it will be the headline sponsor of this year’s Valuers’ Conference.

Hosted by the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV) in partnership with the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ), the event takes place on 16–17 May at the Edgbaston Park Hotel in Birmingham.

It aims to educate and inform attendees, with six expert speakers delivering presentations on the first day. Current trends, challenges in the sector, and best practices will be discussed for the benefit of the valuers in the room.

After a gala networking dinner on the first night, day two sees smaller, specialist workshops and masterclasses being hosted.

Kate Flitcroft, Business Development Director for Jewellery, explains why Bonhams have returned as the headline sponsor,

“Bonhams is delighted to return as headline sponsor of this year’s Valuers’ Conference, in partnership with the NAJ and the Institute of Registered Valuers,” said Kate Flitcroft, business development director for jewellery at Bonhams. 

“The conference continues to be a vital forum for professional development, bringing valuers together to learn, exchange insights, and strengthen standards across the industry. Bonhams is proud to support organisations whose commitment to professionalism and ethical standards closely aligns with our own.”

Sammantha Maclachlan, IRV vice chair and chair of the Valuers’ Conference Panel, is equally excited by the partnership. “We are thrilled that Bonhams are joining us for the 2026 Valuers’ Conference. We are equally excited to share news of our speaker lineup and workshop options shortly.”