Benefits of Exhibiting

Hotel & Catering Show draws thousands of operators involved in every area of the hospitality, tourism and leisure markets from within a 90 mile radius of Bournemouth.

Because of its location, you can expect a varied cross section of visitors, from key buyers and decision makers of major chains and blue chip companies to contract caterers and independents, from the following types of establishments. 

Hotels * restaurants * food led pubs and bars * bed & breakfast and guest houses * sandwich and snack bars * delis * bakeries * cafes and coffee shops * tea rooms * leisure venues and sports stadia * ice cream parlours * pizzerias * education and welfare * contract caterers * retailers * breakfast outlets * bistros * quick service restaurants

"We had a great responsefrom the visitors and have made four appointments already with interested parties" - David Hussey, Superplants

"I thought the show atmosphere was fantastic, really upbeat and positive" - Emma Preen, Brand Manager-Food, Nestle Professional

Exhibiting at the Hotel & Catering Show will:
  • Strengthen and showcase your brand
  • Enable you to reach new markets and generate sales leads
  • Put you in front of your target market 

2010 experienced 2907 buyers attend the Hotel and Catering Show.

Visitor Breakdown: Job Function
42.5% Owner / Proprietor / MD / Chief Exec / Buyer
29.0% Head Chef / Chef / Catering Manager / F&B
21.5% General / Restaurant / Bar / Operations Manager
  7.0% Press / Other
Visitor Breakdown: Type of Business
21% Hotel / Guest House / B&B / Accommodation
25% Restaurant / Gastro Pub / Brasserie / Pub / Bar
23% Education / Health / Cost Sector / Contract
14% Cafe / Snack Bar / Fast Food
  12% Head Office / Chain
    5% Media / Other

Source: Blaxx Registration