The gift and home trade in the South West concentrates industry buying and regional sourcing in a three-day window in Exeter. Giving and Living 2026 runs from 18 to 20 January at Westpoint Arena & Exhibition Centre and the 2026 edition will be the final one organized by Hale Events Ltd.
Dates and venue for Giving and Living 2026
The trade show opens on 18 January and closes on 20 January 2026 at Westpoint Arena & Exhibition Centre. Hale Events Ltd is the organizer and the venue provides road access that suits regional buyers and exhibitors from the gift and home sectors.
Sector focus and exhibitors profile
Giving and Living 2026 brings together companies in giftware, home decoration and kitchenware. The regional profile draws independent retailers and local distributors looking for seasonal collections and product lines suitable for specialist shops.
Practical prospecting advice for exhibitors
- Set daily goals. With three days, use the opening day for new introductions and subsequent days for commercial follow-up.
- Bring physical samples. Tangible products help buyers assess finishes and quality more quickly than images alone.
- Pre-target buyers. Identify independent shops and local distributors that match your assortment and request short meetings at your stand.
- Prepare logistics information. Present clear terms on lead times, minimum orders and packaging options adapted to small retailers.
Stand visibility and lead management
- Use clear signage and reference codes or QR links to product sheets and ordering information.
- Offer ready-to-ship samples or quick demonstrations that highlight material and workmanship.
- Capture contact details and interest notes to prioritise post-show follow-up by product category.
Closing note and official link
The holding of Giving and Living 2026 in Exeter closes a chapter for the regional trade show run by Hale Events Ltd. For businesses working in gifts and home decoration in the South West, the event remains an opportunity to review ranges and confirm buyer relationships. Full details about organization and contact appear on the official site https://givingliving.co.uk
