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Acquisition strengthens UK horticultural sector
Zest adds to modular outdoor entertaining collection
Supremo sets benchmark for outdoor living
Stay one step ahead of the weather with Workforce Manager AI
Corby + Fellas welcomes another Choice member
Richard Coles to speak at GCA Conference
Food takes centre stage at Glee 2026 with launch of two dedicated new sectors
Glee's exhibitor line-up keeps growing
Gardenex Connect with Lee Valley opens doors to Canadian market opportunities
Summer starts at SOLEX 2026 – register today
HTA comments on Defra’s 25-year Farming Roadmap
Hillier plans expansion of Chichester Garden Centre
New home for BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Zest colleagues complete coast path relay for charity
Make UK cities cool: National tree and horticulture organisations call for urgent green infrastructure
spoga+gafa to remain in June in future
Celebrating 40 years of partnership between two charities
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MSPs get behind-the-scenes insight into horticulture sector during Holyrood Palace Gardens tour
Rogue Traders vs Reputable Landscapers
GARDENA hose sprayers named ‘BMW of garden tools’
Widdop & Co. unveils Autumn 2026 launch
Holiday-ready gardens drive demand for Deco-Pak's Gravel Glue and Decorative Pot Toppings
Keter reveals next generation of outdoor living innovation
Durstons bids a fond farewell to sales rep
HTA sponsors new Garden Media Guild award
HTA responds to the publication of the Government Estate Nature Plan
L V Bespoke's Victoria Osborne appointed Norfolk ambassador
Ball Summer Inspirations event coming soon
Worldpay joins as new BHETA business support provider
The best of last week's
Blue Diamond to buy Highfield Garden World
Greenfingers Kilimanjaro Team back in the UK with total raised so far now up to £234,175
Greenfingers Charity runs Trains in the Garden to win Gold at BBC Gardeners World Live!
Caulders brings award-winning garden centre to East Lothian
Winners revealed at HTA’s New Plant Awards 2026
Melcourt's Andy Chalmers retires after 60 years’ service to the industry
Golf day drives Greenfingers Charity Kilimanjaro total even higher
GTN's June-July SOLEX 2026 Preview issue is packed with exhibitor news, plus tribute to John Ravenscroft and much more
Tribute to John Ravenscroft from past HTA President Alan Down
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Glee's exhibitor line-up keeps growing

The momentum behind Glee 2026 shows no signs of slowing, with another exciting group of brands confirming their place on the show floor and adding even more innovation, inspiration and commercial opportunity for visitors.

 

The latest additions include:

  • AWS Trading – EXCLUSIVE TO GLEE - joining Landscaping & Garden Decoration with its range of marble tables, chairs, sofas, beds and composite wood decking, fencing and panelling solutions.
  • Creekwood – EXCLUSIVE TO GLEE 2026 - bringing stylish outdoor pots and planters to Landscaping & Garden Decoration, helping retailers tap into continued consumer demand for beautiful outdoor spaces.
  • Better Future – strengthening the thriving Garden Care sector with practical solutions designed for today’s gardeners.
  • The Good Life Outdoors Co. (Treadstone Products) – adding its extensive range of gardening accessories and essentials to the Garden Care halls.
  • Celtic Leisure – joining Outdoor Leisure with a collection of contemporary aluminium pergolas designed to help consumers make more of their outdoor spaces.
  • CHF Solutions – EXCLUSIVE TO GLEE - taking its place within the fast-growing Retail Services sector, supporting garden retailers with solutions designed to improve efficiency, operations and customer experience through market-leading shopfitting and retail equipment
  • JW Products – bringing serious outdoor cooking credentials to Glee with Traeger Grills and Blackstone barbecues, alongside an exciting new robotic mower brand that will be revealed closer to the show. Watch this space for more information!
  • Robe Factory – adding even more inspiration to Home, Gift & Clothing, strengthening a sector that reflects the increasingly lifestyle-led nature of modern garden retail.

Commenting on the latest wave of signings, Matthew Mein, Event Director at Glee and Autumn Fair, said:  "It’s been another fantastic week for exhibitor signings, and what’s particularly exciting is seeing new brands joining us from right across the show floor.  The momentum behind Glee 2026 continues to build, with suppliers recognising the opportunity the show provides to launch products, meet new customers and strengthen valuable relationships.

 

"The floorplan is filling fast and the breadth of products and services on offer is only getting stronger. Whether you’re looking for innovation, inspiration or new commercial opportunities, Glee 2026 is an event not to be missed."

 

Be part of Europe’s biggest buying moment

Whether you’re looking to source the latest products, discover emerging brands, gain fresh business insights or explore new opportunities for diversification, Glee 2026 is the one event where the entire garden retail community comes together.

 

Taking place from 8th – 10th September at the NEC Birmingham, Glee 2026 offers three packed days of product discovery, networking and industry insight, with two days of co-location alongside Autumn Fair creating even greater opportunities to explore complementary sectors and identify new ideas.

 

Register for your free ticket today at www.gleebirmingham.com and secure your place at Europe’s biggest buying moment.

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