Upcoming Events

skills NSBRC’s Self Build Workshop

  • From: 05/09/2025
  • To: 05/09/2025
  • Time: 10.00-16.00
  • Location: National Self Build and Renovation Centre, Swindon
  • Price: FREE
Description:

Whether you’re driven by creating a beautiful bespoke home which suits your lifestyle, or simply want to build better for less, our brand-new Self Build Workshops offer expert-led advice and inspiration to help you create a better, more sustainable home.

These Workshops will bring together leading industry professionals, covering the self build fundamentals, the latest construction methods & renewable technologies – all under one roof!

Just like our Renovation Workshops, you’ll hear from industry professionals throughout the day, as well as having the opportunity to engage with them directly – during 1:2:1 consultations – to share your plans and get personalised guidance on bringing your vision to life.

Each workshop will always offer a focus on energy-efficient homebuilding. From sustainable building principles, air-tightness and insulation to renewable energy, heating systems and smart technologies; our expert-led sessions are packed with practical advice for every stage of a new build project.

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show Build It Live South West

  • From: 13/09/2025
  • To: 14/09/2025
  • Location: Westpoint Arena Exeter
  • Price: £12-£35
Description:

Build It Live South West takes place every September at Westpoint Arena in Exeter. A one-stop shop for all things self build, renovation and home improvement, the show is designed to provide anyone with a property project with the inspiration, advice and information they need to make it a success.

Brought to you by the experts at Build It magazine, this annual show is designed to help you find everyday solutions to perfectly plan, design, manage and execute your home building or renovation project.

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show Homebuilding and Renovating London

  • From: 19/09/2025
  • To: 21/09/2025
  • Location: ExCel London
  • Price: £12
Description:

From practical tips to inspiring advice and the latest products, we’ve got it all under one roof at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, the go-to exhibition for self builders and renovators

No matter what stage your project is at, we’ll help you to bring it to life! Come along for tailored, one-to-one advice; browse 1000s of new and innovative products to improve your home; and discover the ins and outs of everything from planning regulations for extensions and managing renovation budgets, to stylish kitchen design and integrating underfloor heating.

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show Grand Designs Live Birmingham

  • From: 03/10/2025
  • To: 05/10/2025
  • Location: NEC Birmingham
  • Price: £12-£14
Description:

Located at London’s ExCeL, Grand Designs Live features the latest in ideas, innovation and home project guidance.

The show has undergone an exciting transformation. With a brand-new floorplan designed to enhance the visitor experience, the show will be more interactive, accessible, and inspiring.

With a wide range of live talksproduct launchesFREE expert advice and a grand show home, all under one roof, this is the ideal event for those looking to enhance their home.

Whether you’re starting a new build, undertaking a renovation, or exploring design possibilities, Grand Designs Live offers unparalleled access to industry leaders and the latest trends in home design.

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show Homebuilding and Renovating Edinburgh

  • From: 04/10/2025
  • To: 05/10/2025
  • Location: Royal Highland Centre
  • Price: £12
Description:

From practical tips to inspiring advice and the latest products, we’ve got it all under one roof at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, the go-to exhibition for self builders and renovators

No matter what stage your project is at, we’ll help you to bring it to life! Come along for tailored, one-to-one advice; browse 1000s of new and innovative products to improve your home; and discover the ins and outs of everything from planning regulations for extensions and managing renovation budgets, to stylish kitchen design and integrating underfloor heating.

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show The National Self Build & Renovation Show

  • From: 10/10/2025
  • To: 11/10/2025
  • Time: 09.00-17.00
  • Location: National Self Build and Renovation Centre, Swindon
  • Price: FREE
Description:

Start creating your perfect home at The National Self Build & Renovation Show.

With an unrivalled line up of exhibitors and experts on hand to share advice, this is a brilliant event if you are thinking about finding a plot and building a brand new home, renovating a tired property or even extending your current home.

Produced by the National Self Build & Renovation Centre (NSBRC), the UK’s award winning Self Build and Home Improvements Visitor Centre, the winter edition of our Show offers a packed three days of masterclasses, case studies, seminars and an unrivalled line up of experts on hand to share their advice.

Alongside 200+ exhibitors within the NSBRC’s ‘Trade Village’, the ‘Professional Services Hub’ is the place to go for independent, expert advice from a range of specialists. You’ll find a number of Architects and Designers, as well as experts on Planning, Project Management, Landscaping and many more.

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skills NSBRC’s Renovation Workshop

  • From: 08/11/2025
  • To: 08/11/2025
  • Time: 10.00-16.00
  • Location: National Self Build and Renovation Centre, Swindon
  • Price: FREE
Description:

Transform your home with confidence!

Whether you’re extending your home, breathing new life into a tired property, or making energy-efficient upgrades, our brand-new Renovation Workshop offers expert-led advice and practical guidance to help you renovate smarter, more sustainably and within budget.

We have created this event for those who are interested in improving their homes to create more space, reconfiguring existing layouts, reducing energy bills or future-proofing for more accessible living.

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