The Exclusively Show delivered a very well-received event earlier this month, setting the bar high for next year’s show at the Business Design Centre in London.
With exhibitor space for 2025 selling out earlier than ever before – the show space was fully booked by January – and a rise in both domestic and international visitor attendance, this year’s exhibition has confirmed its status as a go-to trade fair for innovation, trend insight, and networking in the home and kitchen sectors.
Will Jones, chair of Exclusively and chief operating officer of show owner BHETA said: “Exclusively 2025 exceeded expectations across the board. We’ve seen consistent growth in visitor numbers each year since the pandemic, with this year attracting more high-quality buyers, more international interest, and unprecedented levels of media and influencer engagement. There was a great buzz to the show – and re-bookings for 2026 during the show were at a record level.”
“In today’s tough retail landscape, where consolidation is reducing both the number of retailers and the size of buying teams, we are very pleased that Exclusively continues to grow in reach, relevance and results”
Exclusively 2025 saw a notable uptick in international buyer attendance, while UK retail heavyweights such as Harrods, John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Selfridges, Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys, Lidl, Ocado, AO, Currys, Boots, B&Q, Next, Dunelm, Lakeland, Robert Dyas, Amazon, Wayfair, The Very Group, TK Maxx and many more were among the retailers who explored the show floor alongside independent cookshops, hardware specialists, gift shops, garden centres and department stores.
More than 140 exhibitors and 300 brands filled the venue, with exciting new product development (NPD), expert trend forecasting, and creative brand engagement driving traffic across both days. A refreshed second-day programme ensured strong footfall throughout the event, bolstered by a high-energy press event and popular networking opportunities.
Will added: “In today’s tough retail landscape, where consolidation is reducing both the number of retailers and the size of buying teams, we are very pleased that Exclusively continues to grow in reach, relevance and results. This is testament to the calibre of brands, the dedication of our team, and the strategic focus we place on attracting the right visitors – including global buyers and influential media. And it was encouraging to hear very positive reactions from retailers to the ’newness’ on display from exhibitors.”
Exclusively 2026 will take place on June 9 and June 10 2026, and organisers are urging exhibitors to secure their spot early for what promises to be another strong event. To find out more, visit www.exclusivelyshows.co.uk.
If you are interested in exhibiting in 2026, register your interest by contacting Seema Grantham at sg@bheta.co.uk, or reach out to BHETA Member Services on 0121 237 1130.