The National Fruit Show welcomes businesses and organisations providing products, services, machinery, technology, research and practical solutions for the commercial fruit industry. Exhibiting gives companies, advisors, charities and start-ups an opportunity to meet growers, suppliers, and key industry decision-makers across the British fruit sector.
Exhibitors can choose from a shell scheme stand or open exhibition space. Shell scheme stands include carpet, wall panels and a fascia displaying your company name and stand number. Open spaces include carpet and are suitable for larger displays, machinery and equipment. Electricity, lighting, furniture and stand-design services can be booked separately, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the exhibition hall.
To book, please select your preferred stand size and complete the Exhibitor Information Pack. Return the form, together with the required insurance and risk-assessment information, to Eileen via email: info@nationalfruitshow.org.uk.
If you are unsure which stand position would be best for your company, or if you’re looking to move to a different position or change the size of your stand, please email your requests, and we will be in touch with some options.
Stands are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so early booking is recommended.
Download the Exhibitor Information Pack and book your stand today.
Key dates
Now open
Book before 14th August to avoid additional 20% late-booking fee. Later bookings also require full payment at the time of booking.
Deadline for exhibitor details to be included in the printed Show Handbook Exhibitor Directory.
Stand set-up, 8am to 8pm.
Stand set-up, 8am to 8pm. All stands must be completed by 8pm.
National Fruit Show, 9am to 5pm. Stand breakdown takes place from 5pm to 10pm.
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Enquiries
To book your stand, discuss the available options or ask a question about exhibiting at the National Fruit Show, please contact Eileen Haffenden, Show Manager.
Choose your preferred stand option and complete the Exhibitor Details Form in the Exhibitor Information Pack. Email the completed form and required supporting documents to info@nationalfruitshow.org.uk. Stands are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes. Exhibitors regularly use the National Fruit Show to launch products and showcase new machinery, technology and services. If you are planning to promote a new product or service at the Show, please send details to info@nationalfruitshow.org.uk no later than one month before the Show, as suitable news may be shared through the National Fruit Show’s social media channels.
The Kent Event Centre and Showground is located just off the A249 and is clearly signposted from the M20 and M2. Please do not approach through Scragged Oak Road, as this entrance is closed.
Maidstone East is the nearest railway station, approximately 4.2 miles from Kent Event Centre and Showground. Visitors travelling by train should arrange a taxi or other onward transport to the venue.
Several hotels and other accommodation options are available in and around Maidstone. The National Fruit Show has secured beneficial rates with the Orida Hotel, located on Bearsted Road in Maidstone. Please quote “National Fruit Show” when booking.