Glee was thought by many to have been the best show for some years, with high standards and innovation,  Here are snippets not published already on Gardenforum. Read more - members only

Over 300 industry professionals celebrated the PetQuip Awards 2025, recognising innovation, talent and achievement across the UK pet sector with 16 award categories, entertainment, and a new online retailer accolade. Read more - open to all

The South West’s biggest food, drink and hospitality trade show is coming to the Bath & West Showground on Wednesday 25 February 2026, and some of Somerset’s most iconic producers are already confirmed.

Sixteen fantastic new garden, outdoor leisure and pet product innovations have been confirmed as the winners of this year’s highly-coveted Glee New Product Showcase.  Read more - open to all

With just over three weeks to go, preparations are nearly complete for PATS 2025, which promises to be the biggest event in its 16-year history.  Read more - open to all

Anticipation is building for Glee 2025, which is set to be the show’s largest edition since 2005. More than 450 exhibitors are confirmed, spanning garden, leisure, and outdoor living.

Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading marketplace for gift, home and fashion, returns to the NEC Birmingham from 7–10 September 2025, welcoming over 800 brands and 12,000+ buyers.

Excitement is building for Glee 2025, taking place from 16–18 September, as the show continues to attract a strong line-up of new and returning exhibitors following a standout season for the gardening industry. Read more - open to all

Visitors to this year’s Pet & Aquatics Trade Show (PATS) can expect a record-breaking number of product launches, all displayed under one roof in the popular New Product Showcase.

Following the success of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show in June, several charities have benefited from donations of hundreds of plants. Read more - open to all

56 exhibitors, several of them new, filled Solex at Hall 5 of the NEC to showcase outdoor living trends for 2026.  Prices are falling and the colour is beige. Read more - members only

British Garden Centres is celebrating success after winning a 4 Flower Plant Village Award at its first-ever appearance at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival. Read more - open to all

Members of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL), part of the Horticultural Trades Association, achieved top recognition at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival with a series of award-winning gardens showcasing quality craftsmanship and sustainable design.

This years’ Spoga+Gafa show in Cologne attracted some1,600 exhibitors and 26,000 trade visitors from across Europe, North America and the Antipodes. Garden furniture, outdoor cooking and garden hardware and machinery were all strongly represented. Read more - members only

There were record visitors at day one of the HTA National Plant Show at Stoneleigh.  Here's some of the chat from the aisles. Read more - members only

Ground-breaking pet products have been confirmed as the winners of the prestigious PATS New Product Awards 2025, sponsored by pbwnews. The awards highlight innovation and excellence across the UK pet industry.

The best attended HTA Conference heard the retiring speech by James Barnes, a review of the economic outlook and an update from a DEFRA minister plus panel debates. Read more - members only

SealStop - the clever automatic shut-off valve for hosepipes - has been announced as the winner of this year’s prestigious GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund. The team behind SealStop were officially handed the award during the opening day of Glee 2025. Read more - open to all

Hyve Group has unveiled more details about the co-location of Glee and Autumn Fair in 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. This strategic move aims to create the UK's most powerful and future-focused September retailer experience. Read more - members only

With just three weeks until Glee 2025, the garden retail sector is gearing up for three action-packed days. To help visitors and exhibitors make the most of the show, the all-new Glee App offers a smart, intuitive way to plan and maximise every moment. Read more - open to all

Glee has just confirmed that The Underground Podcast will be returning as its official podcast partner for a second year running!

Scotland’s Trade Fair Autumn 2025 is shaping up to be a key event for businesses looking to enter the Scottish market, with high demand for exhibition space from new suppliers. Read more - open to all

Garden retailers who are seeking new suppliers are warmly invited to sign up to the GIMA Hosted Meetings at Glee 2025. Read more - open to all

The GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund (GISCF) – run in partnership with Glee – is now open for 2025 entries, ready to support the next generation of garden industry innovators. Read more - open to all

The BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair returns to Audley End, 29–31 August 2025, with expert advice, feature gardens, shopping, workshops, and seasonal inspiration. Read more - open to all

As demand for outdoor living shows no sign of slowing, Glee 2025 will once again put a spotlight on the booming outdoor entertaining sector. Read more - open to all

Peter Beales Roses has secured its third RHS Gold Medal of the year, awarded at the 2025 Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival. Read more - open to all

Glee 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most significant editions of the UK’s premier garden retail trade show, taking place 16–18 September at the NEC Birmingham. Read more - open to all

Frank P Matthews has taken the double win for the HTA New Plants Awards and been awarded the Visitor Vote, sponsored by Floramedia, at the HTA National Plant Show 2025. Read more - open to all