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September 2026
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Conference Centre (also known at the ‘National Motorcycle Museum’) near Birmingham. We have a great line-up of exhibitors ready to welcome you to this second edition of our national trade fair. The event has been organised especially to bring the industry together and provide retailers with an opportunity to connect with the best suppliers in the business. This year we’ve also added an extra dimension with the introduction of the Trade Talks
conference, following the format which has proved so popular at the DIY Week Awards. The speakers represent a range of organisations from across the sector, including the Rainy Day Trust industry charity, Daley Hub strategic business growth experts, the Garden Industry Manufacturers’ Association (GIMA), and of course DIY Week, to provide help, advice and top tips for retail marketing. The aim of the conference is to provide some key takeaways
that retailers can put into practice within their own businesses. But we want this to be a two-way conversation, so everyone can learn from each other, therefore we’ll be hoping for plenty of participation and input from the audience. To make your visit even easier and more worthwhile, we’ve also arranged goodie bags for registered attendees on a first-come, first-served basis, free onsite parking, and a free lunch, plus hot and cold drinks all day. I know that taking valuable time out and away from your business is difficult, so we want to ensure your day is as easy, comfortable, and useful as we can, which is why the team is working hard to deliver the best experience possible. So, please join us in Birmingham for what promises to be a day full of networking, business opportunities, invaluable
learning, insights and inspiration. Find out more on page 8 of this issue or go online at
www.diyweeklive.co.uk where you can also register and I look forward to seeing you on 20th October.
In This Issue... Neil Mead, Editorial Director It’s almost time for DIY Week Live which takes place on Tuesday 20th October at the National
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