As we move into the golden quarter, the team at Giving & Living is looking ahead to one of the first trade sourcing events of 2026, which will take place from January 18 to January 20 at Westpoint in Exeter.
For those who enjoy visiting this independent show – and others who have yet to sample the delights of the West Country – here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store…
If you’re looking for a reason to visit Giving & Living, why not start with one of the best selections of Designed & made in Britain products you can find at any UK trade exhibition. As the appetite for high-quality, locally-made British goods continues to grow, retailers can differentiate themselves from the competition by buying British.
Unique to Giving & Living is the Coastal Path: a sector devoted to Britain’s seaside and its countryside environs, which help to bring so much business to the all-important tourist trade. Retailers from all around the UK who hope to stimulate tourism in their region would benefit from the inspiration offered by this vital and vibrant show sector.
Bringing these key elements of the show together are the Sustainability Stars, which highlight exhibitors with eco-friendly and ethical credentials that help the gift industry remain socially, economically, and environmentally responsible.
Plus, the 2026 event will once again host the Gift of the Year showcase, which brings a fantastic variety of innovative new products to the show floor.
Organiser Hale Events is delighted to welcome back a cohort of loyal, long-term exhibitors, which will be joined by an exciting wave of companies that are new to Giving & Living in 2026 – or returning after an absence of many years.
Alongside regulars such as Quay Traders, JBA Souvenirs, and Pineapple Island will be returning exhibitors Colcards and Becky Bettesworth, as well as new exhibitors including Cortina Footwear, Sticky Resin, Stosa, and Zebra Pens.
Hale Events managing director Mike Anderson said: “2026 is the year for everyone to pull together and ensure our industry continues to not just survive, but thrive. One of the best ways to do this is through smart and savvy product sourcing that will tempt consumers to part with their cash, and encourage them to support the stores on their local high streets.
“This isn’t the time to have the same tired old stock on your shelves, but to take a punt on something fresh. Give new makers a chance, or try different lines from your preferred suppliers that will inspire shoppers and help keep those tills ringing. Giving & Living is the place to fulfil those needs, and we look forward to welcoming visitors from all around the UK to our show in January.”
For more information about the show and to register to attend, visit www.givingliving.co.uk
Companies interested in exhibiting can contact Paul on 01934 733433 or apply online at givingliving.co.uk/exhibiting/book-your-stand
