

Winter Showcase is back
We are excited for you to join us in Bolton on Thursday 1st October for our highly anticipated Winter Showcase event.
Here's what's in store for you at this year's event
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NEW Venue at Bolton Toughsheet Community Stadium
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Excellent transport links - minutes from the M61 and train station within walking distance
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Onsite After Party
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Hotels onsite and within close walking distance
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NEW Christmas Meeting in the morning, including;
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Hear about key Christmas promotions, marketing and the opportunity to give feedback
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Market update from Lumina
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Hear from one of our Vape supplier partners on new legislation and what it means for you
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Find out about changes to legislation, licensing laws and what you need to do
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Discover the latest NPD, news and views from 70+ suppliers
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Exclusive access to unmissable show deals, available to order on the day or pre-order the week prior*
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Loads of FREE samples and a chance to sample new products
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Discover what our suppliers have planned to help you prepare for the Festive period
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Chance to win £500 store credit**
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After Party in venue suite (tickets are limited, so register fast to avoid disappointment)
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1 FREE hotel room per retailer on the evening of the event*** (subject to availability, first-come, first-served)
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We will operate a waiting list for any additional hotel room requests. Waiting list, after party and rooms cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability.
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To confirm your place, please follow the link below to complete your registration.
*To validate pre-orders, you must attend the event. If you do not attend, your pre-orders will be cancelled.
** 1 entry per store, winner will be announced at the event and must be present at the draw to be eligible.
*** If you cancel your hotel room after the cancellation deadline, or are a no-show on the night, you will be charged the full cost of your room.


What's happening
Winter Showcase 2026 promises to be a fantastic event with over 60 Suppliers exhibiting at the show.
09:30 Registration and refreshments
10:00 NEW for 2026! Christmas meeting
12:00 Exhibition opens
12:00 Buffet Lunch
16:45 Prize Draw
17:00 Exhibition closes
17:00 Hotel check-in
19:30 After Party in the 1877 Suite (ticketed event)
23:00 After Party ends
It wouldn't be a Bestway event without our post-event party! Places are limited so don't forget to request your tickets during registration to secure your place.
Hotels
The below hotels are available for Retailers to book during registration.
Check-in: Thursday 1st October
Check-out: Friday 2nd October
Terms and Conditions
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Hotels are limited to one bedroom per store on a first-come, first-served basis
Please note: requests for more than three rooms must be authorised by Bestway -
Rooms cancelled after the free cancellation deadline (Monday 10th August) or are a no-show on the night will be liable for a £90 cancellation fee
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Bedrooms include free parking, please register your car registration upon arrival
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Hotels are subject to availability at the time of booking.

