British Garden Centres takes on the Entertainer

Britain’s largest toy retailer, The Entertainer, is to trial toy concessions in British Garden Centres’ sites across the country. Read more - members only

MorePeople launches new website and expands executive services

Specialist recruitment business MorePeople has launched a refreshed website alongside an exciting new MorePeople Executive product offering, expanding its services beyond recruitment and into leadership development. Read more - open to all

Smiemans strengthens team with Olaf Mos

We are delighted to welcome Olaf Mos to the team. He brings extensive experience in glass constructions and energy systems, and will be strengthening our team in the commercial and operational areas. Read more - open to all

Olaf Mos at Smiemans

GCA launches plans to celebrate 60th anniversary

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has revealed it will be celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2026 and has unveiled a commemorative logo for members to use from September 2025. The milestone will be marked at the GCA’s Annual Conference in January 2026. Read more - open to all

Peter Burks, GCA Chief Executive with the body's 60th anniversary logo

More about Glee and Autumn Fair co-locating in 2026

Hyve Group has unveiled more details about the co-location of Glee and Autumn Fair in 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. This strategic move aims to create the UK's most powerful and future-focused September retailer experience. Read more - members only

Gain first-hand insight into Belgian horticultural innovation

AIPH invites those in the horticulture industry to discover pioneering Belgian nurseries that are shaping the future of plant production during the 77th AIPH Annual Congress.  Read more - open to all

Plant Select's Nursery

Patrick Kielty to host the 2025 GIMA Awards

 

Patrick Kielty will take the stage on Thursday 6 November 2025 at the five-star Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, South Wales, guiding guests through a night celebrating the innovation, dedication and passion of the garden product manufacturers shaping the future of garden retail.

 

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Patrick Kielty to host the 2025 GIMA Awards

Dobbies reveals 5th garden centre upgrade

Dobbies Garden Centre in Bury St Edmunds is the 5th store to be refurbished in the group's £4m upgrade programme. Read more - members only

GCA adds a new member to the Executive Committee

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has appointed Dan Lawton, General Manager at Moss & Moor in Ilkley, as Area Co-Chair for the North, covering Scotland and Northern Ireland.  Read more - open to all

Dan Lawton has joined the GCA’s Executive Committee as Area Co-Chair for the North.

Joe Lydon wins Garland’s ‘Sales agent of the year’

Garland Products has awarded the title to Joe Lydon, its agent for Scotland. This is Joe’s fourth win, following successes in 2014, 2016 and 2022. Read more - open to all

Joe Lydon with Garland's 'Sales Agent of the Year' Trophy

Christie & Co finds new owners for Layham Garden Centre

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has announced the successful change of ownership of Layham Garden Centre, located in the village of Staple near Canterbury, Kent. Read more - members only

Layham Garden Centre, Staple

Nimble express label service

Floramedia has introduced its new Nimble express label service at the Four Oaks Show. Read more - open to all

Nick Mathias

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