Woodworking & craft shows and events…

[fezman]

British Hardwoods are having a sale day on 4th February. There is usually about 10-15 stalls and some decent offers on materials.

 

[Stigmorgan]

I wonder if I can convince SWMBO that a 276 mile drive each way is a necessity

 

[Doug B]

 

[robgul]

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Details are a bit scant on the website - any idea on trade suppliers, demonstration programme etc, etc ?

 

[Peter Sefton]

I don't have a list of exhibitors but this is the proposed floor plan for the Midlands Show, we will be on stand 59. Looking forward to seeing customers and forum members.

Cheers

Peter

 

[Jameshow]

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I might pencil it in for a cycle tour - is there camping on site??

 

[Doug B]

Thanks for the reply @Peter Sefton, I have no details of the show other than the flyer I received & posted above

I might pencil it in for a cycle tour - is there camping on site??

I google the Newark show ground & it threw up this James

https://www.newarkshowground.com/faqs/HTH

 

[treeturner123]

Anyone thinking of spending £30 to go to the Makers Central Show at the NEC.

If so, can you take a large bag in with you with me inside!!

Phil

 

[Doug B]

Anyone thinking of spending £30 to go to the Makers Central Show at the NEC.

plus parking which can be very expensive

 

[kinverkid]

plus parking which can be very expensive

Just come back from the Camping and Caravanning show at the NEC which was £11.50 each with free parking. Makers Central £25 to £30 a ticket and £8 to £13 parking.

 

[robgul]

plus parking which can be very expensive

The ticket price does seem to have jumped from last year . . . as for parking: park at Berkswell Station and take the train to Bimrmingham Intermational - takes 7 minutes and costs £2.70 return - and an easy walk (covered) to the show. Trains every 30mins

 

[Stigmorgan]

Really wanna go to makers central but it's the same month as London Comicon and I can't afford both

 

[treeturner123]

Really wanna go to makers central but it's the same month as London Comicon and I can't afford both

I don't think I can afford either!!

Phil

 

[BucksDad]

Just come back from the Camping and Caravanning show at the NEC which was £11.50 each with free parking. Makers Central £25 to £30 a ticket and £8 to £13 parking.

I imagine the C&C show is a much bigger show and there are plenty of companies there where people are looking to spend 10s of thousands hence the exhibitors will cover far more of the costs.

Making is a niche hobby and won’t have the economies of scale.

 

[powertools]

I imagine the C&C show is a much bigger show and there are plenty of companies there where people are looking to spend 10s of thousands hence the exhibitors will cover far more of the costs.

Making is a niche hobby and won’t have the economies of scale.

As you say Makers Central is not and never will be a large show so I can't help wonder why they choose to hold it in the most expensive venue in the country. I will be going to the Newark show and if Makers Central was a similar cost I would go to that but at £30 plus parking I'll leave it for others to enjoy.

 

[Wood Workers Workshop]

Wood Workers Workshop Tool Show – Saturday 10th June​

This free one-day event is an occasion not to be missed! Visitors can enjoy live demonstrations throughout the day, free parking and refreshments, expert advice, as well as show offers on a range of exclusive brands. It's also a great opportunity to check out some new products and try before you buy.

In addition to great offers on quality brands including Armor Tool, FastCap, iGaging, INCRA, JessEm, Micro Jig, Milescraft, Narex, Veritas, Woodpeckers and our own brand, AUKTools, you can also expect amazing deals on a wide range of hardwoods, exotic timbers and veneers.

This event takes place on Saturday 10th June 2023, from 10am to 3pm at The Threshing Barn, Welland Road, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire WR8 0SN.

Find out more...​

 

[Richard_C]

Wood Workers Workshop Tool Show – Saturday 10th June​

Wonder where it is? I guess I could click on the link but having the location in the headline would be helpful then readers would know if is worth it to "find out more"....

 

[Yorkieguy]

Wonder where it is? I guess I could click on the link but having the location in the headline would be helpful then readers would know if is worth it to "find out more"....

Wood Workers Workshop,
The Threshing Barn,
Welland Rd,
Upton upon Severn,
WR8 0SN.

 

[Essex Barn Workshop]

anyone else going to this later this week? I'm going along on Thursday.
https://www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/toolfair-2/

 

[JamieNE]

If you're looking for places to sell your stuff, I can recommend a few up here in the North East.

Made. UpNorth market at The Boiler Shop - Newcastle. Had my single best day ever selling at this one.

Make More Stuff markets. I only did the ones at Baltic Gateshead and it was always a good day. They also do others around the "north".

Newcastle Craft & Flea. Another good one.