The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has this month (February 2025) revealed the location and dates for its 2026 conference. The GCA’s annual event, organised by Chairman Elect, Ben Harrison Operations Director for Haskins Garden Centres, will be held at Carden Park Chester from January 25 until 28, 2026. Ben, who is helping organise the conference
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British Garden Centres has today announced the acquisition of the Dobbies centre in Morpeth, taking its portfolio to 69 sites. The Morpeth site hopes to open in early to mid-March and will revert back to its original name of Heighley Gate Garden Centre, with the group very much wishing to embrace the heritage of the
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20,000 of retail’s biggest names have visited the 75th edition of Spring Fair, the UK’s largest retail trade show for Home, Gift & Fashion at the NEC Birmingham, so far this week with buyers enjoying fascinating free talks and masterclasses with licensing and retail experts including Jeff Banks, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, and Andrew Xeni. Buyers from
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Moda x Pure, the Fashion destination exclusive to Spring Fair, debuted on Sunday with a host of buyers from across the UK including Agatha Boutique, Anne Furbank, Amelie, Angi Lou Boutique, John Lewis, M&S, TJX, A Little Bird, Baldwins Department Stores, Elphicks, The House of Bruar, Alligator Pear, Mercado, Rutherfords, The Style Attic, Pea &
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As I write this, I am still recovering from the euphoria of attending our recent Garden Centre Association (GCA) annual conference, held this year at the DeVere Hotel, Wokefield Park near Reading. Will Blake, our Chairman from St Peters Garden Centre, did a wonderful job in organising a fast paced, informative and, of course, thought
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Finding the right gift takes thought, creativity, and a personal touch. As the holiday season approaches, choosing something meaningful can feel challenging. This year, try new ways to make your gifts special. Personalised wrapping, custom decorations, and thoughtful details that reflect the recipient’s personality can make all the difference. Creative Wrapping Ideas to Make an
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