BFA FleurEx - the UK trade show for professional floristry
BFA FleurEx – the UK trade show for professional floristry - is back for 2017 with a brand new venue, fresh new content and FREE entry for BFA and IoPF members. The show on from 1pm Saturday 21 and all day Sunday 22 October 2017 is set to the biggest and best yet with demonstrations and masterclasses by world-class floral designers, trend inspiration from the Flower Council of Holland, engaging trade exhibitor stands and live floristry competitions. BOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY
Buy Tickets
NEW FOR 2017: Entry Tickets to BFA FleurEx are FREE to all BFA and IoPF members BOOK NOW for entry and sign up too for the additional ticket-only demonstrations, masterclasses, competitions and gala evening HERE or call ticket line 0333 666 3366
About FleurEx
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BFA FleurEx is back for a 9th consecutive year, and 2017 promises to be bigger and better than ever before. It really is a unique event in the florist industry calendar that will inspire and re-energise your creative and commercial floristry juices!
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Here the news of our 2017 sponsors and exhibitors, with more to be added. Some familiar names and some new kids on the floristry block. We're confident BFA FleurEx 2017 is set to be a landmark event!
CLICK HERE for the list so far!
Demonstrations
This year on the Main Stage in the Westminster Theatre, we have inspirational floristry demonstrations by world-class floral designers, Pim van den Akker and David Ragg, to take your breath away.
CLICK HERE and see more information.
Floral Strategies Workshop
Jetting in from the US, florist business expert Tim Huckabee will be holding a special 2-hour BFA commercial workshop to focus minds on profit. This is a ticket only event.
CLICK HERE and find out more!
Master Classes
Learn new techniques and ideas in these hands-on workshops taught by three exceptional, accomplished Floral Designers.
CLICK HERE and see more information
Debut Designers
BFA FleurEx 2017 will see the return of the Debut Designer Stage. The demonstrators of tomorrow share their skills and amazing designs with the audience of fellow florists.
CLICK HERE and find out more
Open Competition Classes
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The schedules are now out! Take a look at the exciting competitions and book your place to pit your floral skills against your peers. The competition rooms are set to be an unmissable highlight of the show!
CLICK HERE to find out more information
UK Florist of the Year competition
New for 2017 BFA FleurEx will host the grand final of the UK Florist of the Year competition. Watch the final four battle it out on Saturday and view their work throughout the weekend
CLICK HERE and find out more
Trends Room by the FCH
Another new addition to the show; a room dedicated to the trends of 2018 and showcasing the Flower Council of Holland Flower and Plant Agenda - you won't fail to be inspired.
BFA Industry Awards
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It's award t time again! The nominations have been verified, and you can now vote for the finalists. Last year, votes topped 17,000. Your say matters!
CLICK HERE to vote today.
Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony
Join your fellow florists at the annual Gala event and annual Industry Awards ceremony. Tickets for this event usually sell out quickly so BOOK NOW!
CLICK HERE to see more information
Plan your Visit
Find directions to BFA FleurEx 2017 at the Hilton Metropole Birmingham NEC Hotel, travel information and the special room discount code and more HERE.
Venue
FleurEx 2017 comes to a new venue, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, NEC Birmingham, a luxurious 4 star hotel offers us everything we need & a whole lot more.
CLICK HERE to read more venue details
Timetable of Events
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COMING SOON - What's on, where and at what time? We'll bring you all the information here first. Then you can take a look at the many activities on offer at this year’s event and pick your must-sees!
Higher and Masters Awards
At the BFA FleurEx Gala dinner we are proud to give recognition to the incredible achievement of florists gaining their Higher and Masters qualifications
Click here and read all about 2016 presentations