2027 Source trade show

Date: 2nd - 3rd February 2027
Location: Westpoint, Exeter, EX5 1DJ

The 2027 Source trade show provides the perfect mix of passionate producers, alongside the hottest hospitality and catering companies, and the freshest food service.

If you’re serious about food, drink, hospitality or retail, the Source trade show is an essential date in your calendar.

As the South West’s largest event of its kind, it brings together hundreds of suppliers, producers and service providers, giving you everything you need to prepare for the season ahead.

From artisan food and drink to foodservice, equipment, interiors, EPoS and business services – it’s all in one place.

Whether you run a café, restaurant, pub, hotel, farm shop or catering business – or buy for a larger group or public sector organisation – the show is designed for you.

At the Source, you can:

  • Discover new products and emerging trends.
  • Taste and compare before you buy.
  • Meet suppliers face-to-face and build partnerships.
  • Source equipment, services and ideas for your business.
  • Catch up with colleagues and make new connections

Taking place at the start of the year, the show is the perfect way to refresh your offering, plan ahead and give your business real momentum.

Meet the right buyers, at the right time

The Source is the biggest & best show in the South West for anyone involved in the food & drink sector, showcasing a range of artisan food & drink, foodservice, essential goods and services.

It’s your chance to showcase your products and services to decision makers from:

  • Food service and hospitality; caterers, cafés, guest houses, hotels and restaurants to holiday parks, takeaways and pubs.
  • Retail outlets; delicatessens to farm shops and grocers, supermarkets to tourist attractions and independent stores.
  • The public sector; from institutes such as schools, colleges and hospitals.