The self build event of the year is back for March 2025 with more guests than ever! Find inspiration, advice, and all the suppliers you need under one roof at the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show
The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show is back at the NEC on the 20-23 of March(Image credit: Future)
The highly anticipated National Homebuilding & Renovating Show is back at the NEC, Birmingham and it includes a star-studded line-up of guests.
Whether you're looking to self build, renovate, or just a home improvement enthusiast, this year’s event promises more expert advice, innovative products, and special guest appearances from TV stars such as Lucy Wilcox as well as many more.
Featuring informative seminars, masterclasses, and numerous trade stands, all conveniently located under one roof, attendees can also benefit from personalised advice from independent building experts at the Advice Centre.
Lucy Wilcox joins Ben Fogle and Marianne Suhr for the NEC show
This year’s show welcomes two well-known TV personalities.
Lucy Wilcox is an award-winning garden designer who joined ITV's Alan Titchmarsh’s Gardening Club as the garden design expert last year, presenting mini masterclasses in design principles. Prior to this, her Highgate garden project was featured on ITV's Britain’s Best Back Gardens, where Alan Titchmarsh selected it as one of Britain’s top 10 gardens.
Broadcaster, writer, and adventurer Ben Fogle, famous for shows like New Lives in the Wild and Castaway 2000, will be appearing at the HTP Group stand (F127) on Thursday, March 20, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
He will be part of an interactive demonstration showcasing how to build a swimming pool in your backyard. Visitors will have the chance to meet and greet Ben as he shares insights on adventurous living and home projects.
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Also attending is Marianne Suhr, MRICS, SPAB Lethaby Scholar, best known for co-presenting BBC2’s Restoration and Channel 4’s Restoration of the Year.
A chartered building surveyor and renowned broadcaster specialising in the restoration and retrofit of historic buildings, Marianne brings decades of expertise in traditional construction techniques, energy-efficient retrofits, and conservation work. Her sessions will be invaluable for those interested in restoring period properties while maintaining their charm and efficiency.
What else to expect at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show
Every day, at the four-day event, you can look forward to the following:
100s of Products Under One Roof
"The virtual world can’t quite compete with the experience of seeing high-ticket items in person, or meeting the supplier of your timber frame kit or a potential architect, face to face," says Claire Lloyd, Editor of Homebuilding & Renovating
The Advice Centre
Our popular Advice Centre offers free one-to-one independent guidance from planning, building and design experts. No matter what stage your project is at – from early planning to working on site – our experts will help you unlock the potential of your home.
Be sure to book your 15-minute consultation at the Show soon after you arrive. You can find out more about which of our experts are available to book an appointment with by looking at our Advice Centre page.
Seminar Theatre
If you're interested in building your own home you can visit the Seminar Theatre and get an insider's guide on how to get started – and decide whether it's for you. Tom McSherry, a finance expert from Buildstore, and Mark Stevenson, a self build expert, will explore the different self build routes and explain the key steps, the main choices and considerations, along with a look at what building a house might cost - and how to finance it.
If you're more interested in house design then you get inspired by this guide on how to make your home truly amazing through thoughtful, tried and tested design techniques. Our expert architectural designer, Allan Corfield, reveals the must-have features to make your home special – both to look at and to live in. Plus a look at the core design principles for an energy-efficient home.
You can also attend our seminar on understanding the planning permission and the permitted development process. If you're not familiar with the system it can be difficult and frustrating to get to grips with. This seminar, led by Sally Tagg, a planning expert, explains how the process works and how to navigate it. This will be presented by a leading self build planning consultant, in which you'll learn how to maximise your chances of success.
Masterclass Theatre
We have a number of exciting talks for your next project going on at the Masterclass Theatre, such as 'The benefits of reflective insulation in a changing climate', 'Heat Pump Ventilation: fresh air, heat recovery, instant heating, cooling and hot water, all in one!' and 'How to fund your self-build or renovation project: a guide to stage payment mortgages'.
380+ Exhibitors
See, touch and compare products from over 380 exhibitors, and talk directly with manufacturers and suppliers to help you make informed decisions. Whatever your project, you’ll find everything you need under one roof - from windows and doors to roof coverings, kitchens, smart technology, lighting, eco solutions and more.
Home Energy Hour
In addition to all of this you can also find expert advice on how to improve your home's energy efficiency, without going cold. Our eco-expert, David Hilton, will provide practical and realistic solutions for retrofitting an existing house to reduce running costs without compromising space and architectural character, as well as provide the pros and cons of the latest heating options from heat pumps to infrared heating, and how to slash your fuel bills.
Other seminar highlights include:
The Ultimate Kitchen Design Guide with Michael Holmes
To see the full programme, check out our online programme and what's on beforehand so you can plan your day out in advance.
At the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, we’ve got a packed programme to keep you up to date with the latest DIY and self build developments(Image credit: Future)
Are tickets still available for the Homebuilding & Renovating Show?
Absolutely. Tickets can be purchased online ahead of time, or on the day itself if that's what suits your schedule.
There's even the option to get two free tickets in advance, so make sure you don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!
Rob Keal is the Content Editor at Homebuilding & Renovating. With a background in content marketing, he began his career back in 2016 as a freelancer, before honing his craft at various digital marketing agencies. Looking to specialise in DIY and homes, he joined the team in February 2022.
Renovation has been part of his life since he was nine years old, when his parents bought a medieval cottage and completely revived it, introducing him to kitchen remodels, loft conversions, landscape gardening, and much more besides along the way. A bedroom extension and patio refurbishment are among his next planned projects. He is also passionate about interior design and landscape gardening.
