What’s on at the UK Food & Drink Shows 2025

What’s on at the UK Food & Drink Shows 2025

GET READY FOR THE 2025 UK FOOD AND DRINK SHOWS, WHERE INNOVATION, INSPIRATION AND EXPERTISE COME TOGETHER IN ONE PLACE.

Foodex Manufacturing Solutions takes place 7^th – 9^th April at the NEC, Birmingham and runs alongside Farm Shop & Deli Show, National Convenience Show and Food & Drink Expo. One free ticket will provide visitors with access to all four shows.

From content stages packed with expert speakers and live demonstrations to exciting zones dedicated to packaging, plant-based and future food innovations, this year’s show promises something for everyone. Don’t miss this unmissable event will provide fresh insights, and networking opportunities that will drive your business to the next level.

Want to know what to expect? Read below…

• The UK Food & Drink Shows will feature five bustling content stages; each designed to inspire and inform with expert talks. Explore the key stages here to get a taste of what’s in store for 2025.
• The Food Manufacture Stage, curated in partnership with the team at Food Manufacture, is committed to showing content covering the key topics impacting the manufacturing sector, working alongside leading associations to ensure content is relevant. Speakers confirmed for 2025 include:
• Verity Davidge, Director of Policy, Make UK
• Donna Fordyce, Chief Executive, Seafood Scotland
• Rod Addy, Director General, Provision Trade Federation
• Mike Hughes, Head of Research and Insight, FMCG Gurus
• Explore the range of 2025 leading exhibitors tailored to artisans and skilled specialists within the industry, including J & N Food Equipment Ltd, Reiser Ltd, Simple Simon Pie Machines, Taiyi Food Machinery Co., Ltd, and The Food Machinery Company.

• New for 2025, the Business Advice Hub at Food & Drink Expo is a dedicated area providing both exhibitors and visitors to the shows with free business advice and solutions. A one-stop shop for industry expertise, exhibitors within the Hub will cover a diverse range of advice such as: Associations; Certifications; Compliance; Ex-Buyers/Consultants; Export; Financial; Health & Safety; Insurance; International Markets; Investment and Venture Capital; Legal and Tax.
• They’ll be two street food areas at the UK Food & Drink Shows, where you’ll be able to grab a bite to eat. Also, don’t forget to head to the bar for a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks – both of which are a great opportunity to escape the bustling aisles and network with industry professionals.
• Visit the all-new associations lounge where you’ll get to meet the associations supporting the UK Food & Drink Shows.
• The Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards showcase is a must-see, highlighting the best products across the specialist retail market. This feature showcases the bronze, silver and gold winning products from the awards in 2025.

Interested in visiting Foodex Manufacturing Solutions, between the 7-9^th April 2025? Registration is now open. Click here to register for your FREE ticket.