Our Big Brands show is now in its sixth year, and it’s set to be the biggest in the history o
Published 16th August 2016

Our Big Brands show is now in its sixth year, and it’s set to be the biggest in the history of the popular trade show! With ever growing visitor numbers and over 150 brands already signed up and ready to exhibit at the two shows in September and October.
The Big Brands Show has become something of a must attend event for national buyers looking to secure major deals and the latest new products from the biggest DIY, homewares, garden and hardware brands.
A key date for the diary for independents, multiples and the online e-tail fraternity who are looking to plan for the upcoming season.
The event is as ever 100% free to attend for Stax customers, simply make sure you register your interest here to place orders on the day.
The extensive offering at the show only keeps getting bigger, with a massive 12 sectors covered, including gardening, seasonal, hardware tools, electricals, homewares, DIY and decorating. Not only that, the day will be jam packed with competitions and giveaways from top brands, everybody loves a freebie!
This year the show will take place on two dates:
21st - 22nd September at Stax Glasgow
5th - 6th October at Stax Manchester
Stax Joint MD, David Hibbert commented on the ever growing trade show:
“Our visitor numbers are growing year on year, with last year thousands of retailers in attendance placing orders directly with the reps or taking stock directly from the aisles. We’ve got over 150 of the major brands attending including Scotts, Stanley Black & Decker, PPG, Henkel, ERA and Dencon Electricals to name just a few.”
Hibbert continued, “We’ve been working with all suppliers to put together a selection of amazing deals that will only be available to those attending one of the shows, so retailers wishing to attend are advised to register their interest early to ensure orders can be placed on the day.”
One thing is for sure, as always it will be an event to remember for visitors. Get more information on the show and register your interest to attend at: www.staxtradecentres.co.uk/bigbrands
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