Join leaders from the forestry and timber industry for a two-day event focused on the key issues facing the sector, new innovations in machinery and research, and exploring opportunities for future growth.
The Confor Woodland Show is a place for anyone interested in trees and wood to hear about the latest products and services, receive practical advice, network with peers, and enjoy the demos and seminars on offer.
Held this year at the Bath & West Showground on 21-22 September, the Show promises a valuable snapshot of the current state of the industry, whether you’re a part of it already or are looking to find out more.
Confor is the voice for forestry and wood-using businesses in the UK, and our tent is set to be the central hub of the Show, bringing together big names and influencers to discuss topics like agroforestry, bioplastics, trends in the forest marketplace, and modern management techniques. This year’s speaker line-up includes representatives from DEFRA, Forest Research, FSC UK, Rainbow Professional, CSX Carbon and more!
Richard Hunter, Technical and Industry Support Manager at Confor, said: “After a four-year break, it’s great to have the Confor Woodland Show retaking its place in the sector’s calendar. With a move to the Bath & West Showground, we hope that our members and colleagues from across the industry will agree the Show has returned bigger and better than before. Everyone at Confor is excited to welcome old and new faces back in September. We are immensely grateful to our sponsors and exhibitors for making our excellent programme of discussions, panels and demonstrations possible.
“This is an extremely important time for forestry in the UK. The benefits that woodlands, forestry and timber can provide for the economy, for rural communities, and for the mitigation of climate change present unique challenges opportunities for the sector. Bringing leaders in the industry together to share knowledge and ideas is now more important than ever.”
Exhibitors will include manufacturers and distributors of forestry machinery like Fuelwood, Jas P Wilson Approved Hydraulics, Lister Wilder, DJB Machinery and Wood-Mizer UK among others. Forest advisory and management services, nurseries, wildlife and conservation bodies, suppliers of wood heating systems and woodland craft workers will also be attending, ensuring there will always be something to draw your attention.
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Visitors can expect to view machine demonstrations, see the new innovative technologies being developed in the sector, enjoy live chainsaw carving and archery showcases, and get involved in the conversations around the future of forestry. Additionally, the Forest Workers Zone will be a key feature of the Confor Woodland Show this year, acting as a ‘one stop’ hive of activity for people working in the practical side of the industry to come for information, advice and networking. Experts will be holding practical demonstrations on skills such as chainsaw maintenance and tips for safe use, as well as being on hand to answer your questions or discuss any issues you are facing.
Organisations attending include Perennial, Land Workers Alliance, Forestry Contracting Association, Small Woods Association, Mid Wales and Marches Assessment Centre, The National Coppice Federation, and others campaigning on behalf of forest workers.
Single and two-day tickets for the Confor Woodland Show can now be purchased online. Bookings made before the event will cost less than tickets purchased at the gate and special discounts for students and Confor Members apply.
The last few exhibitor spaces are also up for grabs with various pitch sizes and promotional opportunities included. Availability is extremely limited so if you’d like to be a part of the Show, please get in touch as soon as possible. To find out more about what’s on at the Confor Woodland Show and stay up-to-date with announcements, visit www.conforwoodlandshow.org.uk
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