The organisers of the Exclusively Show, BHETA (the British Home Enhancement Trade Association), has announced that visitor numbers were up at this year’s show.
It’s show saw a five per cent growth in-visitor numbers, on top of the 10 per cent in 2023, stating that this year also includes record numbers of international buyers.
Will Jones, Exclusively Show Chair and Chief Operating Officer of show owner, BHETA said, “This was the most successful Exclusively for some time in terms of commercial and media engagement.
“This is an excellent achievement in today’s challenging retail environment, where numbers of retailers have shrunk over the last decade.
“The team has put a lot of effort into ensuring that the traditionally quieter second day had multiple levels of new appeal to ensure it performed better for all parties. Over both days, there was more NPD, more brand interaction and more expert forecasting than ever – and the Show as a whole really saw the benefits. Bookings for 2025 are already very strong.”
James Gray, Founder of Barista & Co, who exhibited said: “Wow, what an amazing show at Exclusively this year. The best show we’ve had for years. It is tough out there but positivity does exist.”
