Health-led products continue to grow, but success depends on knowing your local shopper. This article reveals why convenience retailers should focus on catchment insights rather than broad national trends when shaping their ranges. Read here: bit.ly/3ULs2o2

🚨 Entries for the Convenience Store Convenience Awards 2027 are now open! From Food To Go Store of the Year to Community Retailer of the Year, there are more than 20 categories to enter. Entries close 13 October. To enter, click here: bit.ly/4ypEI2s

How much space will DRS take up? How will returns be managed? And what will it mean for day-to-day operations? 🔗Read more here: bit.ly/3Sf4GpZ

Hear industry leaders discuss how sustainability is shaping the future of food and drink, from reducing food waste and supporting local suppliers to driving innovation and meeting changing consumer expectations.

Today is National Ice Cream Day 🍨🍦 To celebrate, take a look at some of fantastic ice cream and gelato we've had on the show floor at The UK Food & Drink Shows over the years! #NCS2026 #NCS2027 #NationalIceCreamDay #IceCream #Gelato

Hear from James Hawkins as he shares how the scale of the exhibition, the diversity of retailers in attendance and the opportunity to launch new products make The UK Food & Drink Shows a key event in the company's calendar. Enquire about exhibiting here: bit.ly/464yqZH

89% of visitors to National Convenience Show influence, specify or make the final decision to spend 👀 Position your brand in front of an audience with genuine buying power and be part of the conversations shaping what’s next. Secure your stand today: bit.ly/45Zypr3

How would our visitors describe #NCS2026? From "The only one we visit" to "It's a fixture in my diary", its been great to hear from our visitors about their experience at this years' NCS. Registering your interest: bit.ly/4cxWcQN 🗓️12-14 April 2027 📍NEC Birmingham

We teamed up with @Fareshare & The Felix Project who collected surplus food from The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 and redistributed it to the people and places that need it most. Donations include: 🍴 3621 meals delivered to charities 🌎 1.5 tonnes of food saved

👀85% of exhibitors at National Convenience Show met visitors they wouldn't have seen elsewhere This highlights the value of bringing together a highly targeted audience of key buyers and industry professionals, all under one roof. Book a stand today: bit.ly/464yqZH

Save the date: National Convenience Show 2027 📅 12-14 April 2027 📍NEC, Birmingham Innovation and discovery starts here! See you in 2027 👋 #NCS2027 #FutureFood #Retailers #Convenience #TradeEvent #TradeShow #FoodIndustry

We’re thrilled to announce that National Convenience Show has been shortlisted for the Best UK Tradeshow (4,001–8,000 sqm) at the AEO Awards 🏆 Congratulations to all those recognised on the shortlist - we can’t wait to come together and celebrate on 12 June! #NCS2026 #Awards

Take a look at some of the sessions and speakers we hosted on the Convenience Store Stage🎤 We heard from an array of professionals from ACS, Booker, Londis, National Business Crime Centre, OurCoop, Penny on the Move, Spar, plus more! 📍 Save the date: 12-14 April. #NCS2026

Can you believe it's already been one month since The UK Food & Drink Shows? "We've exhibited for 5 years+ now and it's gone from strength to strength. The reason we come back is based on the success that we had previously." ~ Rollover Book your stand: bit.ly/464yqZH

Its #ThrowbackThursday! 👀 Lets take a look back at some of the fantastic products that were on display at The UK Food & Drink Shows last month! 🔗 See the full list of products via the link in our bio #NCS2026 #Convenience #Retail #Products #FoodAndDrink

And just like that… another outstanding UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 wraps up. We’ve been delighted by the overwhelmingly positive feedback from exhibitors, reflecting the strength of the industry and the value of coming together. 📆 Save the date: 12-14 April 2027 #NCS2026

That’s The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 done ✔ Thanks to all that joined us the last 3 days and brought the show floor to life! We'll be back! 12-14 April 2027 at The NEC Birmingham. Save the date 📅

So much to discover! The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 has been packed with products we can't stop talking about. New launches, innovative ideas and a few surprises along the way…

Day 2 highlights 📸 Another great day of the industry coming together. Don’t forget to tag us in your favourite moments from the show!

Meet the faces behind the brands! The UK Food & Drink Shows: Where the industry comes together.