In This Issue
SOLEX gets ready to open tomorrow...and there's still time to register
Opening times for SOLEX
Don't miss SOLEX SUN... brought to you every day live from the show
LOFAssured initiative to be launched at SOLEX
See outdoor expert Campingaz at SOLEX
Don't miss out on Zest 4 Leisure's big reveal on Stand 555
Char-Broil: Using innovation to deliver a taste of true American BBQ
Culcita ready with fantastic array of stylish furniture
Hartman continue to innovate with Sophie Collection
Landmann at the forefront of the barbecue market
Renowned the world over for high-quality outdoor leisure furniture
Glencrest Seatex Ltd and Katie Blake Garden Furniture
Norfolk Leisure's stand will be even bigger this year
Revolutionising the outdoor cooking and leisure experience
New Outback Bar-Grill follows SOLEX sell-out success
Kettler will reveal an innovative 2018 collection at SOLEX
Napoleon launches new product features
Glatz parasol does the twist with ease
Alexander Rose will unveil two new collections
Firmans celebrates its 40th anniversary
GTN's Greatest Outdoor Leisure Sales team Awards to be revealed at SOLEX
Tradition, celebration and joy from Tramontina
Desser at the forefront of the Rattan industry
Another batch of garden solutions from Brundle
The new Everdure by Heston Blumenthal barbecue brand
La Hacienda experiences increased sales
Safe and fast portable barbecue
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SOLEX gets ready to open tomorrow...and there's still time to register


SOLEX, this year’s premier outdoor trade show, is all set for a spectacular show with the industry's top suppliers ready to unveil their latest product lines at Birmingham's NEC tomorrow (Tuesday)...
See our sneek preview of the show as build-up finishes
Opening times for SOLEX
SOLEX is taking place at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, from 11-13 July 2017 and will occupy Hall 5. Opening times are as follows:
  • Tuesday 11th July, 9am to 5:30pm
  • Wednesday 12th July, 9am to 5:30pm
  • Thursday 13th July, 9am to 3pm

There is free car parking at the NEC for SOLEX.

 
Don't miss SOLEX SUN... brought to you every day live from the show
The team from GTN will be present at SOLEX throughout the three days of the show to bring you exclusive coverage. Make sure you receive your copy by clicking on the Subscribe button above.
LOFAssured initiative to be launched at SOLEX
Retailers, do you comply? Visit stand 305

LOFA announces “LOFAssured” initiative to ensure all cushions sold by members comply with Trading Standard’s and FIRA’s fire safety regulations...
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See outdoor expert Campingaz at SOLEX
Showcasing a new edition to their Master Series range


Campingaz builds on its presence in the barbecue and garden market at SOLEX 2017 as it unveils a new addition to its highly-acclaimed ‘Master Series’ barbecue collection...
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Don't miss out on Zest 4 Leisure's big reveal on Stand 555
 
The team at Zest is busy putting the finishing touches to its double decker stand ahead of unveiling the latest products for 2018...
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Char-Broil: Using innovation to deliver a taste of true American BBQ
Stand 330, Solex 2017


Char-Broil prides itself on introducing innovative products to suit everyone’s BBQ needs, so that as many people as possible can enjoy the taste of true American BBQ!  Products include the one-of-a-kind Gas2Coal hybrid gas-and-charcoal combo grill; new Professional and Performance BBQ Series; a digital electric smoker;
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Culcita ready with fantastic array of stylish furniture


Having supplied an increasingly discerning customer base for over 40 years it is no surprise that Culcita is poised and ready for visitors at SOLEX with a fantastic array of stylish,  well designed garden furniture.
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Hartman continue to innovate with Sophie Collection
 
Hartman has restyled cast aluminium, shaken up aluminium and re-introduced resin in the form of the brand new Sophie Collection...
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Landmann at the forefront of the barbecue market


For more than five decades, Landmann has been at the forefront of the barbecue market with an innovative product portfolio of gas, charcoal, outdoor heating and accessories. The company has enjoyed another successful season in the UK, with an ever-growing stockist network...
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Renowned the world over for high-quality outdoor leisure furniture



Founded in 1920, Barlow Tyrie is the world's oldest manufacturer of teak leisure furniture. It has, more recently, extended its collection to include ranges in stainless steel, powder-coated aluminium, and hand-woven synthetic fibre...

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Glencrest Seatex Ltd and Katie Blake Garden Furniture

Katie Blake Garden Furniture has established itself as a top selling brand and increasing their number of retailers year on year...
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Norfolk Leisure's stand will be even bigger this year


The Norfolk Leisure team will display its distinctive outdoor furniture and accessories on an even bigger stand this year, reflecting the company’s consistent growth and continually developing ranges over the past 25 years..
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Revolutionising the outdoor cooking and leisure experience


Kadai Firebowls® return to the Solex 2017 with a product range that will revolutionise the outdoor cooking and leisure experience...
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New Outback Bar-Grill follows SOLEX sell-out success


After a prototype version sold out shortly after its launch last year, leading UK suppliers Outback International will unveil their new Bar-Grill barbecue at this year's SOLEX...
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Kettler will reveal an innovative 2018 collection at SOLEX


Following the success of its hugely popular casual dining range, Kettler will develop the collection further. Combining dining and relaxing in one set, Kettler introduced the concept to the UK market with their Palma sets in 2014 and the range continues to grow from strength to strength.
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Napoleon launches new product features
 
Napoleon Grills has launched a series of new product features which will be showcased at this year’s SOLEX...
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Glatz parasol does the twist with ease
The Alu-Twist Centre Pole Parasol from Glatz can be adjusted with ease for a pitch angle of up to 45 degrees - and it has UPF50 sun protection...

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Alexander Rose will unveil two new collections
 
Alexander Rose will unveil its new Classic traditional weave and Cordial Lounge contemporary collections at SOLEX...
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Firmans celebrates its 40th anniversary


Firmans is inviting customers to join them on the stand (110) to celebrate its 40th anniversary as a supplier of quality garden furniture...
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