Countdown to the biggest-ever PATS
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. The show takes place at its new home, Hall 1, NEC Birmingham, from Sunday 28th to Tuesday 30th September, with more than 430 exhibitors set to showcase their latest products.
Visitors can expect to discover more new products than ever before, alongside exclusive show offers and live demonstrations. The popular New Product Showcase, sponsored by pbwnews, will return with a record number of entries, with winners of the prestigious New Product Awards chosen by a panel of independent retailers.
The show will also feature an impressive Grooming Workshop in association with For All DogKind, where leading groomers will demonstrate both traditional techniques and modern, creative styles. The Aquatics Zone, introduced in 2024, will return with major brands in aquatics, watergardening, and reptiles, while the New Starter Zone will provide a platform for new businesses, supported by PetQuip and Pet Product Marketing.
Excitement is building among exhibitors, many of whom are planning major launches around PATS 2025. Established names such as Nutriment Company, Canagan Group, and Donald Cooke will be showcasing innovative ranges, while newcomers including Pet Impact and WILD Pet Food will make their PATS debut, bringing sustainability-focused and rebranded product lines to the UK stage.
Event Director Gordon Thomas said: “There has been a tremendous amount of work behind the scenes to deliver the widest range of exhibitors, new products, and grooming demonstrations. Visitor numbers have been growing rapidly, and we’re confident that trend will continue this year. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our new venue at the NEC.”
Adding to the excitement, the PetQuip Awards will once again run alongside the show, staged at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham, after the second day of PATS. Recognising the innovation and achievements of the UK pet trade, the awards are a highlight of the autumn season. Register now for free entry and see the full exhibitor list at www.patshow.co.uk.