We teamed up with @Fareshare & The Felix Project who collected surplus food from The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 and redistributed it to the people and places that need it most.
Donations include:
🍴 3621 meals delivered to charities
🌎 1.5 tonnes of food saved
👀85% of exhibitors at National Convenience Show met visitors they wouldn't have seen elsewhere
This highlights the value of bringing together a highly targeted audience of key buyers and industry professionals, all under one roof.
Book a stand today: https://t.co/EKmKfkyH21
We’re thrilled to announce that National Convenience Show has been shortlisted for the Best UK Tradeshow (4,001–8,000 sqm) at the AEO Awards 🏆
Congratulations to all those recognised on the shortlist - we can’t wait to come together and celebrate on 12 June!
#NCS2026#Awards
Take a look at some of the sessions and speakers we hosted on the Convenience Store Stage🎤
We heard from an array of professionals from ACS, Booker, Londis, National Business Crime Centre, OurCoop, Penny on the Move, Spar, plus more!
📍 Save the date: 12-14 April.
#NCS2026
Can you believe it's already been one month since The UK Food & Drink Shows?
"We've exhibited for 5 years+ now and it's gone from strength to strength. The reason we come back is based on the success that we had previously." ~ Rollover
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And just like that… another outstanding UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 wraps up.
We’ve been delighted by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from exhibitors, reflecting the strength of the industry and the value of coming together.
📆 Save the date: 12-14 April 2027
#NCS2026
That’s The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 done ✔
Thanks to all that joined us the last 3 days and brought the show floor to life!
We'll be back! 12-14 April 2027 at The NEC Birmingham. Save the date 📅
So much to discover!
The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 has been packed with products we can't stop talking about. New launches, innovative ideas and a few surprises along the way…
On stage at The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 🎤
From trends to industry insight, there's been a mix of conversations and ideas shaping the industry right now.
There's still time to be part of the conversation. Grab your FREE ticket to join us tomorrow: https://t.co/3eWs8JpEXs.
We’ve introduced some exciting new spotlight areas across The UK Food & Drink Shows.
Future Food spotlight at Food & Drink Expo
&
Coffee Shop & Café spotlight at Farm Shop & Deli Show
Make sure you give them a visit to discover more about sustainability and the coffee industry!
Safe to say… Day 1 of National Convenience Show delivered!
We're off to a great start with a full show floor, great conversations and lots of insight across the industry.
Join us tomorrow or Wednesday to discover what's next in convenience retailing.
If you’re not here yet… this is what you’re missing!
There's so much more to come over the next 2 days at the biggest food & drink industry event of the year.
Avoid the FOMO - Register for FREE and see it for yourself: https://t.co/3eWs8JpEXs.
Day 1 of The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 are underway 🎉
The floor is open, the crowds are in and there’s plenty to explore.
National Convenience Show is the biggest event for the convenience retailing sector, providing a single platform for the whole market to come together.
Doors are now open for National Convenience Show 2026, part of the award-winning UK Food & Drink Shows!
Monday 13th April: 10.00 - 17.00
Tuesday 14th April: 10.00 - 17.00
Wednesday 15th April: 10.00 - 16.00
#NCS2026#TheUKFoodandDrinkShows#ConvenienceRetail#RetailIndustry
The countdown is on ⏳
Final touches are underway at the NEC Birmingham as we get ready to open The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 tomorrow, kicking off 3 days of innovation, insight and industry connection!
🎫 Register for your FREE ticket to attend: https://t.co/3eWs8JpEXs.
Joining us at The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026?
Download our Show App, powered by Sitka, to plan your visit, find your way around and keep track of everything happening across the shows!
📲 Get set before you arrive and make the most of your time onsite: https://t.co/qyjkAQKTbO