News & Insights
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We are proud sponsors of BlasCymru / TasteWales 2023
Exciting news! We are happy to announce that we are sponsoring BlasCymru / TasteWales 2023, taking place from 25 - 26 October 2023 at the…
Friday October 06
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UK’s largest food and drink show bolstered by inclusion of…
The Restaurant Show, previously held in London, will become part of the UK Food & Drink Shows (Food & Drink Expo, Farm shop & Deli…
Thursday October 05
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What did our exhibitors and visitors have to say about…
Looking back at the UK Food & Drink Shows in April this year, we’ve had some great feedback from exhibitors and visitors on their experience…
Monday August 14
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The Merits of Meat and Plant-Based up for Debate, While…
The ultimate, nerve-shredding test returned to Farm Shop & Deli Show on day three of the UK Food & Drink Shows as courageous entrepreneurs faced…
Wednesday April 26
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Farm Shop & Deli Show Retailers of the Year and…
Just when we thought day one of the UK Food & Drink Shows with its mix of insight, inspiration and innovative products couldn’t be topped,…
Tuesday April 25
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Debate, Debuts, Deliveroo and Doughnuts; Day One of The UK…
The NEC was met with an influx of decision makers, stakeholders and influential figures from across the hospitality, manufacturing, grocery and speciality & convenience retail…
Monday April 24
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UK Food & Drink Shows: Trends Talks Videos
Ahead of the shows, we have been catching-up with experts across the food & drink sector. Take a look below to hear some of their…
Thursday April 13
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5 things exhibitors should do ahead of Food & Drink…
As the highly anticipated Food & Drink Expo draws near, it's important to prepare in advance so that you can fully maximise your experience as…
Tuesday April 11
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Top 10 Rundown... Food & Drink Expo
There’s just under a month to go until Food & Drink Expo returns to the NEC, Birmingham (24th – 26th April). Opening its doors as…
Monday April 03
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A more sustainable UK Food & Drink Shows 2023
William Reed, organisers of the UK Food & Drink Shows, are committed to being more sustainable and promoting a more sustainable future. Here are 5…
Tuesday March 07
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Looking Ahead to Food & Drink Expo
Food & Drink Expo returns to the NEC, Birmingham from 24-26 April, as part of the UK Food & Drink Shows. Visitors to the UK’s…
Thursday March 02
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An industry perspective: 2023 opportunities
With consumers increasingly conscious of their spending and the impact of their choices on their health and the environment, the 2022 UK Food and Drink…
Monday February 06
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William Reed and Sitka partner to trial cutting-edge tech at…
In today's fast-paced tech landscape, it's essential to stay ahead of the curve and offer the best possible experience for event-goers. That's why we at…
Monday February 06
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Who’s exhibiting at UK Food & Drink Shows in April…
With the shows only 3 months away, the sales team are hard at work finalising all the exhibitors attending the shows at the NEC from…
Monday January 30
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Tackling Cost of Living Crisis Top of Mind for UK…
Bringing together the very best of the hospitality, manufacturing and grocery, speciality & convenience retail sectors, the UK Food & Drink Shows return to the…
Thursday January 26
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SEVEN WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR STAND AT…
In less than four months, thousands of UK food and drink retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, service providers and more will flock to NEC Birmingham. Your stand…
Friday January 06
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Meet the UK Food & Drinks Shows’ Marketing Team
Here at the UK Food & Drinks Shows, we have an enthusiastic and dedicated marketing team behind all 8 of our trade shows! Our team…
Thursday January 05
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Convenience trends and the future for retailers during the cost-of-living…
The cost-of-living crisis continues to put pressure across the supply chain, as consumers change behaviour, Real wage growth has fallen, impacted by the strong rise…
Monday December 05
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UK Food & Drink Shows unveil new zones dedicated to…
The UK Food & Drink Shows are set to return to the NEC, Birmingham in April 2023 (24th – 26th), with brand-new zones focusing on…
Thursday September 29
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WILLIAM REED STATEMENT:
William Reed statement on the death of Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022 William Reed is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty the Queen. In…
Friday September 09
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UK Food & Drink Shows Reclaim Title as 'Outing of…
The UK Food & Drink Shows returned to the NEC Birmingham this week for a three-day event like no other, marked by an air of…
Friday April 29
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Unveiling the Most Innovative New Products on Display at Food…
Food & Drink Expo is back and a whole host of fantastic new products are set be on show when it returns to the NEC,…
Tuesday April 12
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10 Reasons to Visit Food & Drink Expo
Let’s get back together! Register now for Food & Drink Expo, the flagship event for retail, wholesale and foodservice audiences, which returns 25th – 27th…
Tuesday March 29
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UK Food & Drink Shows Expect Record-Breaking Event in 2022
The trade show circuit has resumed at last and this April (25th – 27th), the UK Food & Drink Shows are anticipating an unparalleled event…
Wednesday March 02
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Farm Shop & Deli Show unveils brand new Product Awards…
With quality and excellence at its heart, Farm Shop & Deli Show is launching the fantastic new Product Awards scheme and is set to announce…
Monday February 07
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Reprised UK Food & Drink Shows to Return to the…
The UK Food & Drink Shows are set to return to the NEC, Birmingham in April 2022 (25th – 27th) bringing the very best from…
Friday December 10
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UK Food & Drink Shows to Move to 2022
In light of the Government’s latest announcement delaying the end of restrictions in England and a subsequent briefing from Westminster advising against travel in and…
Thursday June 17
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10 Reasons to Visit...Food & Drink Expo
Registration is now open for Food & Drink Expo, the UK’s flagship event for retail, wholesale and foodservice audiences focusing on finished products, which returns…
Thursday May 27
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Farm Shop & Deli Show to Launch New Meat Product…
Alongside its much-anticipated return this July, the Farm Shop & Deli Show is set to launch a new Meat Product Awards scheme to showcase the…
Wednesday May 12
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10 Reasons to Have the Confidence to Return This Summer
Following a year of uncertainty in the grip of a global pandemic, it’s completely understandable that as we follow a roadmap out of lockdown, returning…
Friday April 16
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Refreshed, Refocused and Ready to Return; William Reed to Unite…
01.03.2021 Following the Government announcement on 22nd February of the Roadmap out of Lockdown, we are extremely positive that we have an irreversible plan…
Thursday October 01
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THE UK FOOD SHOWS AT THE NEC POSTPONED UNTIL APRIL…
IMPORTANT INFORMATION THE UK FOOD SHOWS AT THE NEC POSTPONED UNTIL APRIL 2021 It is only a few short weeks ago that we had to…
Wednesday May 06
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COVID-19 coronavirus: Information for our Customers (11th March 2020)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION THE UK FOOD SHOWS 30TH MARCH – 1ST APRIL 2020 AT NEC POSTPONED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS In light of the ongoing COVID-19 health…
Wednesday March 11
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Product Innovation at the Heart of Food & Drink Expo…
This year’s Food & Drink Expo – the flagship event for retail, wholesale and foodservice audiences – centres itself around ground-breaking new products and technologies…
Tuesday March 03
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10 Reasons to Visit Food & Drink Expo
10 Reasons to Visit Food & Drink Expo Registration is now open for Food & Drink Expo; the flagship event for retail, wholesale and foodservice…
Monday February 03
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UK Food Shows to Offer a 2020 Vision of the…
The UK Food Shows return this March (30th-1st April, NEC Birmingham) with a remit of providing 2020’s most comprehensive deep dive into the trends, products,…
Tuesday December 17