8th-9th August 2026
Fernhill Farm Prepares for the Premier Trade Event of 2026
Deep in the sweeping Mendip Hills of Somerset, Fernhill Farm is alive with activity. Infrastructure is going up, plans are locking into place, and anticipation is building by the day. The U.K.’s premier hydroponic trade event is no longer just on the horizon—it’s gathering pace, energy and momentum.
On August 7th, the lights dim and the gates open to a weekend built for connection, innovation, and celebration. From August 8–9, 2026, the industry meets face-to-face for two days of full-throttle networking and knowledge-sharing. The question is simple: will you be there?
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The Race Is On
Grow shop bookings open January 1st, welcoming all members of the hydro and horticultural retail trade to apply for entry. Exhibition stand reservations have been running since October, and uptake has been brisk. With only 10 remaining stands, the opportunity for businesses to showcase products, technologies, and ideas is rapidly narrowing.
This is a new kind of gathering — intimate yet ambitious, professional yet relaxed. Those attending won’t be lost in vast anonymous halls or swallowed by sprawling convention centres. Instead, Fernhill Farm becomes a curated marketplace of industry minds and innovations.
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What Awaits in Somerset?
Picture the scene: 8 sponsor tipis pitched in two areas, more 23 covered exhibitor booths, artisan catering, fire-lit meeting spots, interactive features, games, demonstrations and hands-on displays. The setting is rural and idyllic, but the energy is anything but quiet.
The guest list is intentionally focused — exhibitors, sponsors, retailers, commercial growers and horticultural professionals only. The result? A space where real conversations take place. Business deals grow organically. Ideas are exchanged freely. Networking becomes natural — even enjoyable.
Better still, the entire event is free to attend for registered exhibitors and eligible guests.
Work, Talk, Trade — Then Turn Up the Volume
Once the business is done, the celebration begins. One of Fernhill Farm’s characterful barns transforms into a music hub, complete with live performances and late-night DJs. Expect everything from hearty Cornish shanty tones to full-bodied reggae — and more still to be announced.
This isn’t just an expo. It’s an experience.
UK Hydro Expo
The UK Hydro Show Bristol brings the growers back together – August 7th–9th 2026
“After a three-year gap, the UK’s hydroponic community finally has a place to
reconnect, trade ideas, and celebrate our culture.”
When two seasoned hydroponic professionals with a combined 35 years of Industry experience decided it was time for something new, the result was inevitable — the UK Hydro Show Bristol.
Following the success and eventual conclusion of the Summer Social shows, We saw an opportunity.
After three years without a dedicated UK hydro event, We are bringing the community together again —
this time on a, which also happens to be a beautiful, eco-award-winning festival site in Bristol,which also happens to be a working sheep farm.
What to Expect
From Friday evening, August 7th, until sunday evening, the site will transform into a hydro hub, with :
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30+ exhibitor : stands featuring the latest hydroponic tech, nutrients, and lighting.
Grow shop–manufacturer networking : giving retailers the chance to speak directly with distributors.
•Exclusive show-day deals : for those ready to stock up.
Garden Culture Magazine’s Growshop survey : collecting feedback on distributors, brands, and
products.
•Evening barn parties : with a lineup of DJs.
Camping, food stalls, live music, to keep the festival vibe alive all weekend.
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“It’s more than an industry show — it’s a festival for bringing our community together.”
The Location
The site isn’t just any venue — it’s an operational sheep farm that doubles as a festival ground,
complete with multiple eco awards for sustainability. It’s a setting that feels authentic, green, and
connected to the land — exactly what a modern hydroponic show should be.
Event Snapshot
When: 7 August – Sunday 9 August
Where: Bristol UK (Eco-award-winning festival site)
What: + hydro exhibitors, networking, live music, DJs, camping, and more
Who’s It For : Grow shops, distributors, hydroponic professionals.
“We want to give people more than a show — we want to give them an experience.”
If you’ve been missing the energy, networking, and innovation of the UK’s hydro events, this is your
chance to be part of something special. The UK Hydro Show Bristol is set to be a
highlight of the summer, bringing together the best of business, culture, and community in one unforgettable weekend.
We are hoping to have a grow seminar on Saturday afternoon
If you wish to participate, please contact us and we will arrange a slot for you
This can be to talk about your company & products, or about the industry
SPONSORS
Highlight Horticulture
Canna
Growth Technology
Bio Bizz
Easygrow
MM Distribution
Intense Nutrients
Greenbox
British Minerals
Maxibright
Plagron
Erith Horticulture
Terra Aquatica
Hydrogarden
Eden Horticulture
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