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Jul 2020

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YEC Flooring Show moves to new Harrogate venue

by Vicky Carr

| 28 Jul, 2020

The event is moving to the Yorkshire Event Centre. Organisers will operate shuttle buses between the venue and Harrogate town centre.

A trade show usually held at Harrogate Convention Centre in September has announced it will stay in Harrogate, with new dates released.

With the future of the NHS Nightingale still unconfirmed, The Flooring Show has struck at deal with Yorkshire Event Centre to use its halls from February 28 to March 2 next year.

It is good news for the town's economy, keeping visitors in the area to use hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, bars and more during the event. Organisers said they will put on a free shuttle bus for delegates to access the town's "unique charm and plentiful amenities".

Heather Parry, Managing Director of Yorkshire Event Centre Ltd said:

“We are delighted to be able to host The Flooring Show at the Yorkshire Event Centre and ensure that the UK’s biggest national flooring event remains here in Harrogate.

“Harrogate continues to be an ideal destination to hold events, in keeping with the latest government advice on social gatherings. We are pleased to play our part in supporting the local economy."

Event director Alex Butler said:

“We have been in discussions with our exhibitors and visitors to find a new date for The Flooring Show that will work for the whole industry. After listening to key stakeholders, it’s clear that moving to the early part of 2021 is the preferred option for the sector to meet and do business.

“As well as sourcing the latest products, we know that networking and making valuable new connections is a hugely important part of The Flooring Show. There is no substitute for those face-to-face interactions, and they will be much easier to facilitate next year.”

A confidential report leaked to The Stray Ferret reveals the convention centre "will not survive" unless huge investments are made into its renovations.

Local businesses are calling for events to be moved to other venues in Harrogate whilst the convention centre is closed.

The show also plans to keep its usual September dates in 2021, meaning there will be two events next year, though the venue has yet to be confirmed.

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