The Summer Outdoor Living Exhibition
Three days. One roof. The whole of outdoor living.
Every leading BBQ, furniture and garden-leisure brand in the UK, gathered in Hall 5 - free for the trade, and timed for exactly when you plan next season's ranges.
SOLEX is strictly a trade-only event. Under-16s cannot be admitted, including in pushchairs.
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The show is on — see you in Hall 5.
Why buyers come back
A show that actually feels like the industry
12+ brands confirmed for 2026
Relaxed and friendly
Made for the trade by the trade - no hard sell and no free-for-all. The right people, with time to talk properly.
Every supplier in one place
Compare competing ranges side by side and speak directly to the manufacturers - the reason buyers keep giving in their own words.
Timed for your buying calendar
Early July, high season, just as last year's ranges have sold through. See what's new at exactly the moment planning starts.
- LOFA Members
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70
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- Years of Exhibiting
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18
Years of Exhibiting
- Decision Makers
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1800+
Decision Makers
Who is on the floor
Brands worth the trip
Stands are confirmed every week in the run-up to July - star the ones you cannot miss and your show plan builds itself.
After hours
The trade show with a social calendar
Tuesday 7 July · 18:30 – 23:30
SOLEX World Cup Awards Night & Afterparty
The exhibition kicks off in championship style: welcome drinks from 6.30pm, the annual awards hosted by comedian Paul Sinha, food, networking, foosball tables - and the World Cup Round of 16 live on the big screen.
See what's on
All three days · 11:00 – 17:00 (until 14:00 Thursday)
The Loving Outdoor Living Area
Top brands in action and the best of outdoor cooking and entertaining: grills, smokers, pizza ovens and fire pits demonstrated live - with tastings straight off the coals.
See what's onWhat buyers say
Easy to compare lots of competitors under one roof. Well organised, and less of a free-for-all.
“A very focussed event with all the suppliers in one place.”
“The most important suppliers to the UK market could be found at this show.”
“Everything was just right - from parking to the staff at the door meeting and greeting.”
Plan it like a pro
Walk in with a route, not a guess
Star exhibitors as you browse and your show plan orders them by stand number - a route around Hall 5 you can print or keep on your phone.
Start starring standsOne free badge covers all three days
Registration takes two minutes. Your badge covers Tuesday to Thursday, the demos in the Loving Outdoor Living Area included.
Register for SOLEX 2026SOLEX is strictly a trade-only event. Under-16s cannot be admitted, including in pushchairs.
