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There’s plenty happening behind the scenes as this year’s edition of the UK’s leading garden retail exhibition – Glee – draws ever closer. Here, the show organisers share insight into the phenomenal growth and exciting developments shaping the 2025 event. Growth & momentum A must-attend event Product & sector highlights Media, features & content Glee […]

As the UK embraces another summer of music, dancing, and unforgettable memories, festival season is well and truly underway. From community gatherings in your local park to the iconic energy of Glastonbury, there’s no denying the nation’s collective love for live music and good times. But if you didn’t manage to bag a ticket –

The Greenfingers Charity is thrilled to confirm that it will be making its debut at the forthcoming RHS Wentworth Woodhouse Flower Show (16th – 20th July 2025), where it will present the Together Garden – a deeply meaningful and beautifully designed show garden created by Phil Hirst and Joanne Charlton. Show visitors will be invited

For over two decades, Deco-Pak has stood as a staple of the UK garden retail landscape, offering a broad portfolio of decorative aggregates, creative landscaping solutions, and a service model deeply rooted in family values. Now, with the next generation firmly at the helm, brothers Craig and David Hall are steering the business into a

The UK’s packaging industry is facing a pivotal moment, one shaped by rising costs, sustainability imperatives, labour shortages, and a sharp focus on automation and resilience. But while these issues are being tackled across the country, the ability to access the latest thinking, suppliers, and innovation often depends on one thing: geography. The North of

GIMA is proud to unveil a brand-new networking initiative, Meet the Associate, building on the proven success of its Meet the Buyer format. This exciting addition to the GIMA events calendar is designed to help Full Members connect directly with the growing network of Associate Members – creating meaningful partnerships and uncovering valuable services to

GIMA has announced that Wickes – the UK’s second-largest home improvement retailer – is the latest major name to join the 2025 Buyer Connect programme. Taking place on Wednesday 20th August 2025 at Wickes’ Head Office in Watford, this exclusive event will offer suppliers a valuable opportunity to connect directly with a leading player in

The annual GIMA Charity Golf Day teed off in style on Thursday 5th June, welcoming garden industry professionals to Belton Woods Golf, Spa and Hotel in Grantham for a day of sporting competition, networking, and fundraising – all in aid of the Greenfingers Charity.  With 23 teams made up of suppliers, retailers and colleagues from

When it comes to weddings, atmosphere is everything – and Eco Fuego wax fire pits offer a stylish, hassle-free way for venues to enhance outdoor spaces and extend the celebration well into the evening. From rustic barn receptions to elegant country house affairs, Eco Fuego delivers a warm, flickering glow that’s as photogenic as it

Get ready to make a splash as the much-anticipated Greenfingers Dragon Boat Race returns to Grendon Lakes on Sunday 6th July. Excitement is already building as six teams have signed up to take on the challenge. With space for up to 14 teams, there’s still plenty of opportunity for businesses, individual rowers, friends and fun-loving