Record numbers of exhibitors…the biggest ever showcase of new products…scores of show offers and competitions. It all adds up to PATS Telford – the most exciting event in the pet trade for years.
Final preparations are being made as the eagerly awaited exhibition gets set to open its doors at Telford International Centre at 9.30am on Sunday, September 24th.
The excitement has been building for months with over 300 brands planning their new launches around PATS Telford.
Now the wait is almost over for both exhibitors and visitors…and the two-day show can soon begin.
“There is a tremendous buzz surrounding the show,” says organiser Annie Foord. “So much is happening at PATS Telford over both days of the exhibition, it really is a must-visit event for retailers and buyers. You won’t be disappointed.
“All the latest new product launches will be unveiled as well as great talks from some of the industry’s most respected names and demonstrations from the country’s top groomers.
“I can promise it will be great day out so make sure you travel to Telford and attend the biggest pet trade show for years.”
With so many exciting plans it could easily be a record-breaking year for attendance numbers as well.
On arrival at Telford International Centre, a large majority of visitors will head for the New Product Showcase, which will have a huge presence at the exhibition. All entries in the Showcase will be judged by a panel of retailer judges for the New Product Awards on the first morning of the show, and the winners will be presented with their certificates at the PetQuip Awards on Sunday evening.
As well as seeing an unrivalled array of new pet products and speaking to top suppliers and manufacturers, visitors will also be able to witness demonstrations from the country’s leading dog groomers and listen to talks from prominent industry figures.
Peter Roy, of Natures Menu, summed up the level of excitement by saying: “I’m hoping this PATS, with all the new product and brand development we can showcase, will exceed all previous years. When deciding when to launch our new brand to the UK market it was a natural decision to launch at PATS, for the exposure and the quality of the business-to-business footfall we experience.”
And Suzanne Rothman, of Pet Munchies, said: “PATS Telford is the perfect opportunity for us to showcase our extensive range of varieties to many different buyers.”
As well as meeting up with a long list of PATS regulars, visitors will be greeted by a host of new faces. Innocent Hound’s Chloe Heaton explained why her company had chosen to take a stand at the Telford show. “It is our first time exhibiting at PATS and we believe it is the ideal place for us to showcase our products to both UK and international buyers.”
Purely Fish is another new exhibitor and business development manager Karen Scott, said: “We’re looking forward to introducing Purely Fish to the UK pet trade at PATS Telford, where we will be showcasing our range of dog treats and launching some new products.”
All visitors to PATS Telford will receive a free catalogue, free tea and coffee, and free parking, and you can register online for free entry at the PATS website www.patshow.co.uk.
A full and up-to-date list of exhibitors is available on the website together with information on how to reach both venues and regularly updated show news.
Opening times
Sunday, 24th September, 2017: 9.30am-5.00pm
Monday, 25th September, 2017: 9.30am-4.00pm
