In This Issue
Last call for The Greatest Garden Centre Afternoon Tea competition entries
Last call for The Greatest Garden Centre Catering Support Team Nominations
Find out who are The Greatest Food & Drink Teams in garden centres, as voted for by customers, on Wednesday 17th September at Glee
Long-term client scales garden centre with proven strategy
RocketGro new product launch: ‘Organic Approved All Purpose Fertiliser’
Tildenet expands successful Bosmere Tidy Up Range
Capi Europe agrees UK distribution deal with Treadstone
Dobbies unveils fourth new-look store in national refurbishment programme
Peckish and Gardman launch seasonal wild bird gift sets
HTA’s summer of political engagement showcases the value of horticulture
Final call to join Westland's Autumn lawn care promotion
Planters opens new pet and aquatic centre costing £2m
Henry Bell shop-in-shops at Haskins Garden Centres
Layham Garden Centre in Kent sold to Ripleys
Hyve Group reveals exciting details for 2026 co-location of Glee and Autumn Fair
New steps for Haddonstone
Autumn Fair 2025 opens on Sunday with record growth, bigger footprint, and a re-energised visitor experience
Growers showcase best of the crops at Harrogate Autumn Flower Show
Get your copy of GTN Xtra
Wildlife World resumes own distribution of products
HTA comment on the appointment of Emma Reynolds as the new Environment Secretary
Branded Garden Products appoints new director to drive growth
Full programme released for HTA’s Horticulture, The Conference
Record breaking sunshine boosts garden category sales
The Horti House launches expanded Christmas 2025 offer and support
David Austin launches the Pocket Handbook
The best of last week's
Earlswood Landscape and Garden Centre acquired by Irish group
Retail guru Mary Portas to speak at 2026 GCA Conference
Shaping the future of garden centres for 30 years
Introducing the Glee App: a smart way to experience Glee
Same Roots! New Name! Exciting Future!
Altico stepping stones bring nature & wildlife into the garden
The Great Summer Sale
Bumper Glee Preview, Alan Roper Interview, Westland Glee Preview Special, AMES back on track, all in GTN's September Glee Preview Issue, read on-line here
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Introducing the Glee App: a smart way to experience Glee
 

With just three weeks to go until the doors open on the 2025 edition of Glee, the UK’s leading garden, pet and outdoor living trade show, the garden retail sector is busy preparing to make the most of three action-packed days at the NEC Birmingham (16th – 18th September).

 

One of the easiest ways for both visitors and exhibitors to maximise their time at the show is by using the all-new Glee App – a smart, intuitive event tool designed to make every moment count.

 

A personalised experience for visitors

For visitors, the Glee App acts as a pocket-sized event assistant. From the moment they log in, the app curates a personalised experience, suggesting the most relevant exhibitors, sessions and products to match their interests. The full agenda is available at their fingertips, making it easy to build a tailored schedule, bookmark talks, and plan meetings with suppliers and peers. An interactive floorplan ensures simple navigation around the NEC, while in-app chat and contact export tools mean new connections don’t end when the show does.

 

A powerful tool for exhibitors

Exhibitors benefit from a platform built to boost engagement and streamline lead management. The app allows teams to view and coordinate meetings, respond to company messages in real time, and track every visitor interaction. Contacts and leads can be exported instantly for seamless follow-up, helping businesses convert interest into long-term relationships.

 

Smart, seamless, strategic

What sets the Glee App apart is its ability to adapt. Powered by Grip’s AI, it learns from each user’s behaviour to deliver more accurate recommendations and networking opportunities, ensuring no one misses the connections that matter most.

 

How to get started

Getting started with the Glee App is simple:

  1. Register for your free Glee 2025 ticket – access to the app is exclusive to registered attendees.
  2. Download the app on the App Store, Google Play, or via desktop.
  3. Log in using your registration credentials – you’ll receive an email with instructions to set your password.
  4. Start exploring – build your agenda, schedule meetings, and discover exhibitors before you even arrive at the NEC.

Find out more

Glee 2025 promises garden buyers an unrivalled opportunity to discover an exceptional mix of new, returning and long-standing exhibitors. From fresh innovation to trusted favourites, the show is the ultimate destination to explore the latest products, connect with industry leaders, and gain valuable insights into emerging trends. Make sure to mark your diaries for 16th – 18th September 2025 and be part of the event that continues to define the future of garden retail.

 

For more information or to register your interest in exhibiting, visit www.gleebirmingham.com or call +44 (0)203 3545 9752

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