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
More innovation in LIFE collection from Norfolk Leisure
Katie Blake Outdoor Furniture – cushions, parasols and parasol bases make it an outstanding brand
Alexander Rose - Different by Design
Urban Barbecues are on the UP with Cadac
Ascalon take bigger stand at SOLEX this year
Innovative and durable designs from Bramblecrest
New weave, aluminium and rope ranges from LG Outdoor
Daro offers a sneak preview ahead of SOLEX 2019
Introducing the DuraOcean chair from LifestyleGarden - the UK’s first commercially available ‘ocean plastic’ chair
Picture of the day
Char-Broil showcases its BBQ range for all sizes of outdoor spaces
New look Zest 4 Leisure stand for SOLEX 2019
All options covered by Garden Impressions
New additions to top-selling Barlow Tyrie range
GLATZ – the leading worldwide parasol experts
Extreme Lounging brand continues to grow
Mercer Leisure launch their biggest range of garden furniture
Charles Taylor set to unveil new style of wooden seating
Unique glass fronted heater from Lifestyle Appliances
Discover comfort, design and quality from Hartman
New products for next season by Pagoda on show
A taste of Brazilian hospitality from Tramontina
Tom Chambers return to Solex
Kettler invests £2m in market-leading distribution centre 
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Latest SOLEX news
Do your cushions comply?
LOFAssured: Stand 350
 

Over the last three years LOFA have been working with FIRA (Furniture Industry Research Association) and HTS (Hertfordshire Trading Standards) on an initiative to ensure that all cushions sold by LOFA members comply with Trading Standards and the Governments Fire Safety Regulations...

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SOLEX Awards
 

The Solex Award presentation for the Best Small Stand, Best Large Stand, Best New Product, Best BBQ Retailer and Best Furniture Retailer will take place at 5.30pm in the new LOFA Lounge situated at the rear of Hall 5 on the first day of the Solex show, Tuesday 9 July...

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SOLEX launches super new website
 

SOLEX has launched its very own website to help visitors to register and attend the event...

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SOLEX gets ready to open tomorrow...and there's still time to register

SOLEX, this year’s premier outdoor and leisure 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
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Opening times for SOLEX

SOLEX is taking place at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, from 9-11 July 2019 and will occupy Hall 5. Opening times are as follows:

  • Tuesday 9th July, 9am to 5:30pm
  • Wednesday 10th July, 9am to 5:30pm
  • Thursday 11th July, 9am to 3pm

There is free car parking at the NEC for SOLEX.

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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...

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More innovation in LIFE collection from Norfolk Leisure
Stand 210

Norfolk Leisure will launch more innovation in the LIFE collection, including new material combinations of durable aluminium and fully certified teak. The new collection has been the ‘star of the show’ at 2020 preview presentations and a must see for anyone visiting SOLEX this year...

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Katie Blake Outdoor Furniture – cushions, parasols and parasol bases make it an outstanding brand
Stand 410
 

The Katie Blake outdoor furniture introduced six years ago has made a tremendous difference to the way Glencrest works and it is now a recognised brand competing with all the majors...

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Alexander Rose - Different by Design
Stand 215

 

Alexander Rose are proudly showing off their new Richmond collection at SOLEX this year, and the range has already generated huge excitement from some of their loyal customers.  The range is presented in a stunning natural tan colour, and was designed right here in the UK by Alexander Rose’s Head Designer Alan Morley...

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Urban Barbecues are on the UP with Cadac
Stand 120

 

Cadac will be on stand 120 showcasing its range of premium patio barbecues, including its award-winning Citi Chef 50 (SRP £300) and extended range of Citi Chef 40 (SRP £200) barbecues, designed with urban living in mind...

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Ascalon take bigger stand at SOLEX this year
Stand 515

 

With sales increasing by 40% in 2019, Ascalon have taken 50% more space at SOLEX to show all our exciting new additions for the 2020 season. You won't be able to miss stand 515...

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Innovative and durable designs from Bramblecrest
Stand 405

 

Bramblecrest’s experienced UK design team has been busy developing the 2020 collection which features innovative and durable products for outdoor living combined with stylish design and comfort....

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New weave, aluminium and rope ranges from LG Outdoor
Stand 205
 

Situated next door to Grillstream, LeisureGrow’s LG Outdoor stand will be showcasing the newest collection of LG Outdoor furniture...

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Daro offers a sneak preview ahead of SOLEX 2019
Stand 615

 

Experts in outdoor and indoor rattan furniture Daro are preparing for what is set to be their biggest and most exciting SOLEX product showcase to date...

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Introducing the DuraOcean chair from LifestyleGarden - the UK’s first commercially available ‘ocean plastic’ chair
Stands 605 and 610

 

SOLEX will offer the outdoor furniture and leisure industry its first opportunity to see LifestyleGarden’s new 2020 ranges, including the new DuraOcean chair, which is helping to tackle the world’s ocean plastic issue head on...

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Picture of the day

 

Each day at SOLEX we'll be bringing you a picture we hope will make you smile. Today, two members of the GTN team – editor Neil Pope (right) and buisness development manager Alan Burdon – have been snapped sitting on an oversized Alexander Rose bench. We think this bench would make a great photo opportunity in outdoor furniture departments.

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Char-Broil showcases its BBQ range for all sizes of outdoor spaces
Stand 340
 

America’s leading gas grill brand Char-Broil will be at SOLEX 2019 on Stand #340, showing its flexible range of BBQ grills that suit any outdoor space from large to small. 

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New look Zest 4 Leisure stand for SOLEX 2019
Stand 310

Zest 4 Leisure’s brand new stand is set to turn heads at this year’s SOLEX. The new look stand, (#310) will showcase some of the garden trade’s favourite Zest decorative timber garden products, including the best-selling Emily Love Seat, Miami Swing and GIMA award entry, “new concept” Noah’s Arbour (pictured)...

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All options covered by Garden Impressions
Stand 355

 

Garden Impressions will be covering all the options at SOLEX this week. With extensive ranges across all styles of garden furniture in a multitude of different outdoor materials...

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New additions to top-selling Barlow Tyrie range
Stand 325

Barlow Tyrie's design team have created new additions that sit perfectly with its current ranges. The company is excited to introduce its new products and reinvigorated designs...

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GLATZ – the leading worldwide parasol experts
Stand 230
 

GLATZ are the leading worldwide parasol experts, a Swiss family company with more than 100 years’ experience. As their exclusive UK partner, AEL are chosen and trusted by discerning customers as we offer the most comprehensive and innovative choice of parasols on the market.

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Extreme Lounging brand continues to grow
Stand 330

 

As the Extreme Lounging brand continues to grow and sees increasing sales success year on year, the company is pleased to announce it is growing its sales team to further support our retailers....

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Mercer Leisure launch their biggest range of garden furniture
Stands 420 & 425

 

Mercer Leisure launch their biggest range of garden furniture to date where quality and customer service comes hand in hand...

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