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Three months on from Glee 2022 - Here is the Glee Daily News Omnibus Issue
Glee organisers promise 2023 event will be 'bigger, better and brighter than ever'
Key trends as Glee has June 2023 in its sights
Watch the first episode of Glee TV
Award-winning product features on Glee TV
Save the date for Glee 2023
Sustainability is at heart of everything Westland does
Solar Centre experiences fantastic Glee where it showcased the Rosalind Solar Floor Lamp
Patio Black Spot - The complete garden stonework restoration system
A Greenfingers greeting from Woodmansterne!
Meadow View Stone wowed customers with a flagship display of premium quality products and merchandising solutions at this year’s Glee
Clever pots helps gardeners grow tomatoes and potatoes
Mower Edge Border leads Primeur’s launches
Evergreen Garden Care launches refill stations
New Tiered Planters from EKJU
New Campingaz Barbecue models made in Italy
Bestselling Bloomin Amazing established as UK’s leading organic soil enricher
Technological advances in DIY pest control
LAVA-LITE collection has everything covered
NEW Water Features range unveiled by Altico
Growing greener with Apsley Farms’ Natural Plant Food
Eliza Tinsley present Greenman Garden Tools
Ready – Set – Revive
Houseplant care collection from LAVA-LITE
Organic Plantfood bolsters DJ Turfcare’s offering
World renowned V&A Museum collaborates with Bulldog Tools Pedigree Garden Range
Primus adds to its stunning Wallace & Gromit collection
New additions to Henry Bell's Wild Bird Table range
Fire, water and earth: Apta and La Hacienda set trends
Durstons answers calls for greener growing media
elho brings nature to Glee
Be part of a joyful tea revolution!
Wood Splitter Kindling Cracker comes to UK
Yorkshire Flowerpots showcase range of British made terracotta planters
Barrus launched over 60 new products to market at Glee
Take a trip to the theatre with Deco-Pak
Woodlodge strengthens its presence in container sector
See quality products from Flat Pack Sheds
Retailers praise The Real Soil Company’s latest launch
New BBQ fuel burns brightly
Red Gorilla showcases Garden Companion Set
Tildenet makes big impact
Zest launches products focussed on sustainability, lifestyle and convenience
Time to get smart with Link2Home
Wide range of popular products from Handy
UK Greetings caters for all consumers
Burgon & Ball's eye-catching displays drive sales
Standalone PoS makes it ‘EASY’ for garden centres
Introducing Soilworx – a new natural organic fertiliser
Happy plants, happy planet with Sipcam Home & Garden
New innovative bird feeders from Honeyfield’s
Recyclable packaging for specialist feeds
Michelin-starred chef heaps praise on new Norfolk Grills
Glee goes Floral Thursday for Greenfingers
Glee New Product Awards - Winners revealed
Glee New Product Awards shortlisted products
Glee Buyers Power List Winners Revealed
Qwickhose crowned 2022 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund winners  
Happy Plants win Green Heart best display award
Glee 2022 Show Guide available online
Get your copy of GTN Xtra
Westland stand tour inspires this year's Rising Stars hopefuls
Kink Out - a new idea to 'rescue' kinked hoses
Visitors experience barbecuing Tramontina-style
Hydria kit transforms plant pots into fountains
Ex-chef cooks up new career in garden ornaments
Glee New Products Directory and Judges' eye view exclusive in GTN September issue, on-line now
Making peat free work for everyone - watch video discussion from the Glee studio
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Glee organisers promise 2023 event will be 'bigger, better and brighter than ever'

 

The garden retail sector is already looking ahead to Glee 2023, which is gearing up to be the home of international gardening and pet. Next year Glee will see its overall footprint increase, as it moves from four to five halls of the NEC...

 

The updated June timing of Glee – put in place for the 2022 event to better facilitate the needs of the entire garden retail supply chain – has served to position the show at the very heart of the international event calendar, with both UK and international brands already benefitting from the brand exposure that exhibiting at Glee represents. However, significant expansion plans are on the horizon; plans which are earmarked to ensure that the 2023 event will offer even more opportunities for growth, as international buyers and retail teams make a beeline for the exhibition to build new relationships and expand their retail networks. Here, some of these exciting plans are revealed for the first time.

 

Matthew Mein, Event Director at Glee said; “The move to June timing marked the biggest change in Glee’s history and we are keen to keep up with the evolving trends and demands that have made gardening and garden retailing one of the most exciting retail stories in recent years. At Glee 2023 the further development of this story will continue apace, as we look to expand and add more value than ever. Watch this space as  more information is revealed over the coming months but rest assured next year’s edition of Glee will be bigger, better and brighter than ever!”

 

New opportunities at Glee

In 2023 Glee will see its overall footprint increase, as it moves from four to five halls of the NEC. This additional space will allow for key sectors of the show to expand and provide a more comprehensive offering, as well as enabling new growth areas to find a home at Glee.

 

HOME, GIFT & CLOTHING

One exciting development for 2023 is that Home, Gift & Clothing will evolve into a complete village, reflecting the increased popularity of these product categories within garden retailing. This dedicated area will play host to a range of fresh, inspiring, on-trend products, including outdoor clothing, decorative accessories, toys and books. The new Home, Gift & Clothing Village will provide the perfect background for retailers who are looking to diversify their offering and will also give suppliers the chance to capitalise on and be part of a fantastic profit opportunity.

 

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING

Another existing sector in which further growth is anticipated is Glee Outdoor Entertaining. The nation’s gardens have increasingly become sanctuaries from the chaos of the world, which in turn, saw sales of garden furniture, barbeques, lighting, outdoor heating, garden décor and accessories skyrocket. Glee has witnessed a marked increase in the number of exhibitors from within these categories, as well as greater demand from retail buyers seeking outdoor entertaining products, meaning next year’s show will provide a real destination for this combined product offering.

 

DIY

DIY will also be making its debut at Glee 2023, with this specialist category joining the line-up. As garden projects give consumers greater confidence and the line between indoor and outdoor becomes increasingly blurred, the presence of DIY products at the show will be welcome news for those garden retailers who want to optimise the potential this poses, with products that will complement existing ranges whilst also opening up prospects with a new customer base.

 

SOURCING AT GLEE

With so many more opportunities for retail buyers and the chance to capitalise on key trends, Glee 2023 is set to become a destination for international sourcing, as buyers from right across the UK and the rest of the globe flock to the show, taking advantage of the easy accessibility of the NEC in Birmingham. To cater to this demand, Glee will host a dedicated area for sourcing at the 2023 event, which will facilitate better networking and help more suppliers and retailers connect.

 

FIRE, GRILL & CHILL

Launched exclusively at the 2022 event, Fire, Grill and Chill brings together the best that Glee’s Outdoor Entertainment exhibitors have to offer. From product demonstrations to hosting the annual Glee party, this space has opened up an exciting and interactive way of showcasing the latest innovations from leading barbecue, grill and pizza oven suppliers. In 2023, the area will not only return but Glee’s organisers have big plans to further develop this hub with more content and even more brands set to join the line-up.

 

Find out more

Glee is the UK’s leading garden retail show, focussing on building year-round profits for buyers and suppliers within the core gardening and outdoor leisure product categories.  To keep up to date on the latest Glee news visit www.gleebirmingham.com.  To enquire about exhibiting at Glee 2023 which will take place June 27th – 29th, please call +44 (0)203 3545 9752.

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