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See you at DIY Week Live!
I don’t know about you, but I can feel the buzz building already. DIY Week Live is just around the corner – happening on 21st & 22nd October – and I can’t wait to get stuck in. If you’re as passionate about DIY and home improvement as we are (and I know you are), this is the place to be.
What makes it so exciting? For starters, it’s not just another trade show. It’s a proper gathering of our industry – independent retailers, suppliers, innovators, and all the people who live and breathe DIY. It’s the chance to see new products up close, meet the brands behind them, and pick up ideas that can genuinely give your business that all-important
edge. And let’s not forget the networking. There’s something about catching up with old friends – and making new ones – over a shared love of everything from paintbrushes to power tools. You’ll come away with fresh contacts, fresh inspiration, and maybe even a few fresh deals! Now, I won’t give too much away here, because inside this very issue starting on page 8, you’ll find our special
preview of DIY Week Live – packed with highlights, insider tips, and a flavour of what you can expect at the show. Trust me, it’ll whet your appetite. So, if you haven’t already, make sure you register today at
diyweeklive.co.uk Pop the dates in your diary – 21st & 22nd October – and get ready to be inspired. I’ll be there with and I really hope to see you there too. After all, events like this don’t just showcase our industry – they celebrate it. And that’s something worth turning up for.
Neil Mead, Editorial Director
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