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Leading Scottish event organisers Springboard have reinstated the Scottish Autumn Trade Fair in response to demand from exhibitors and retailers who are keen to have an opportunity in Scotland to source stock for Christmas.
To be held at the Albert Halls in Stirling from Sunday 27th – Monday 28th September 2009, it is already proving popular with almost two thirds of the stands sold. As a smaller and more intimate venue there will be just 70 good quality exhibitors, targeting their goods specifically for the Christmas market.
Mark Saunders, MD of Springboard says: “Last year many exhibitors and visitors were disappointed that we had to cancel the Autumn Fair due to the economic downturn. This new venue and new approach has been broadly welcomed and will give Scottish and northern English retailers the chance to source Christmas stock.
“Given the uncertainty of the marketplace many retailers are not keen to purchase stock too far in advance and this type of show will be perfect for late orders. We plan to build up the Show over the next two years and eventually move to a larger venue.”
The show will have a mix of Scottish and International suppliers offering products across all gift, jewellery, accessory and clothing sectors.
Martin Fleet from Orcadian jewellery manufacturer and designer Sheila Fleet said: “We are delighted to see the return of the Autumn Fair and in such a central location as Stirling. It is important for many Scottish producers to have a show that is easily accessible to meet familiar suppliers at that time of year and under one roof for efficient Christmas buying.”
For further press information, please contact:
Fenella Taylor at Fenella Taylor PR
Tel: 01389 830390
Mobile: 07721 324696
Email: fenella@fenellataylorpr.co.uk
To be held at the Albert Halls in Stirling from Sunday 27th – Monday 28th September 2009, it is already proving popular with almost two thirds of the stands sold. As a smaller and more intimate venue there will be just 70 good quality exhibitors, targeting their goods specifically for the Christmas market.
Mark Saunders, MD of Springboard says: “Last year many exhibitors and visitors were disappointed that we had to cancel the Autumn Fair due to the economic downturn. This new venue and new approach has been broadly welcomed and will give Scottish and northern English retailers the chance to source Christmas stock.
“Given the uncertainty of the marketplace many retailers are not keen to purchase stock too far in advance and this type of show will be perfect for late orders. We plan to build up the Show over the next two years and eventually move to a larger venue.”
The show will have a mix of Scottish and International suppliers offering products across all gift, jewellery, accessory and clothing sectors.
Martin Fleet from Orcadian jewellery manufacturer and designer Sheila Fleet said: “We are delighted to see the return of the Autumn Fair and in such a central location as Stirling. It is important for many Scottish producers to have a show that is easily accessible to meet familiar suppliers at that time of year and under one roof for efficient Christmas buying.”
For further press information, please contact:
Fenella Taylor at Fenella Taylor PR
Tel: 01389 830390
Mobile: 07721 324696
Email: fenella@fenellataylorpr.co.uk
