Harrogate Convention Centre Announces Extended Contract for Major Show
Harrogate Convention Centre has secured an extended contract to host the Northern Homebuilding & Renovating Show through 2028. This announcement was made on October 17, ahead of this year’s event scheduled from October 31 to November 2.
Event Overview
Celebrating its 31st year, the Northern Homebuilding & Renovating Show is one of six major exhibitions planned at Harrogate Convention Centre this autumn. Organizers anticipate drawing approximately 10,000 visitors and contributing £766,000 to the local hospitality sector, not including project spending.
Exhibitors and Activities
- Over 240 exhibitors will present products focused on sustainable living and innovative building solutions.
- The event will feature a series of seminars and masterclasses for attendees.
Local Impact
Paula Lorimer, director of the convention centre, emphasized that multi-day exhibitions of this magnitude significantly boost traffic to local hotels, restaurants, bars, and shops following the summer holiday period.
Simon Cotton, managing director of HRH Group, expressed enthusiasm about this development’s positive impact on Harrogate. He noted that events like this are vital for the local economy and contribute significantly to the town’s growth.
