In This Issue
Votes pour in for The Greatest Garden Centre Food & Drink Team Awards - Meadowcroft and Old Railway Line lead the on-line voting
Who are The Greatest Food & Drink Teams in garden centres?
Whitehall Woodborough sold to new owners following the sale of Whitehall Whitchurch to Otter last month
From Lincolnshire fields to the nation’s gardens – British Garden Centres turns 35
Squire's raises over £24,000 for local community charities
Glee confirms latest exhibitors as anticipation builds for the biggest show in almost 20 years
GCA BoT figures reveal garden centres sales in July had a ‘bounce back’ after June’s hot weather
Supremo Leisure announces leadership transition to drive continued growth and innovation
Dobbies Dunfermline store to host National Vegetable Society Championships
Brand new to Bents this Christmas
LOFA launches new website
Intrepid team set to conquer Kilimanjaro for the Greenfingers Charity
Charity Car Wash Pushes Tiny’s Fundraiser Past £10,000 for Prostate Cancer Research
Autumn Fair supercharges visitor experience
EGO Multi-Tools Go PRO
Arbor Forest Products launches Wood & Slumber
Get your copy of GTN Xtra
Helen Cottrill Joins Figured’Art as Business Development Director
RICL partnership offers cities new benefits from the AIPH World Green City Awards 2026
The best of last week's
Busy Bee on the Isle of Wight to become a Blue Diamond centre
Hot July leads to sales heating up at UK Garden Centres
Glee 2025: Even more value for visitors with new perks programme
Hillier Garden Centres Appoints Carl Milton as New Retail Director
The Great Summer Sale
Do you serve The Greatest Garden Centre Afternoon Tea? Closing date for entries is Friday 5th September
Who has The Greatest Catering Support Team?
Your restaurant and coffee shop customers will be the judges of Greatness
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LOFA launches new website

 

The Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association (LOFA) has launched a brand-new website to strengthen its role as the UK’s leading voice for outdoor living. The redesigned platform — www.lofa.co.uk — combines fresh design with practical tools to showcase members, support retailers, and highlight LOFA’s ongoing work to raise standards across the outdoor leisure sector.

 

Designed for Today’s Outdoor Living Market, the new site is geared toward the evolving outdoor living industry, providing:

  • Member Showcase: An accessible hub spotlighting LOFA members’ latest collections, from dining sets and barbecues to spa’s, outdoor heating, lighting and outdoor living accessories.
  • Industry News: Regular updates covering member launches, collaborations, and sector insights.
  • Charity Partnerships: Highlighting LOFA’s partnerships with Greenfingers, Perennial, and THRIVE — organisations that make a real difference to people working in and enjoying outdoor spaces.
  • LOFA Assured: A dedicated resource on LOFA’s safety initiative ensuring all outdoor cushions meet UK fire-retardancy standards — a key differentiator as non-compliant products continue to enter the market.

“With outdoor living continuing to grow in popularity, our new website ensures LOFA, and its members remain at the forefront of the industry,” said General Manager, Gina Hinde. “It’s a trusted resource for retailers, suppliers, and partners — one that celebrates the innovation, safety, and quality that defines LOFA membership.”

 

The new website gives members greater visibility and offers the industry a single point of reference for inspiration, product sourcing, and compliance reassurance.

 

The site is now live at www.lofa.co.uk, offering inspiration, resources, and practical support for the trade.

For membership and media enquiries: info@lofa.com | Tel: 01952 977569

 

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