Craft Focus - April/May 2020 (Issue 78)

32 HOME & GIFT 2020 SET TO RUN AS PLANNED Home & Gift Harrogate has been a key date in the retail calendar for 60 years, bringing the retail industry together and allowing buyers and brands to meet, share and do business. Clarion Events, the organisers behind Home & Gift, have confirmed that the 2020 edition of the show is set to continue as planned on 19 th -22 nd July, offering an opportunity to bring the industry back together at a critical time. Kelly Grant, show director explains, “Over the show’s history the retail industry has weathered many storms, with the current COVID-19 outbreak undoubtedly one of the toughest, but it’s together that the industry will persevere. We will of course continue to monitor the situation closely and adhere to the advice of relevant authorities, with the safety of our visitors, exhibitors, suppliers and staff being the number one priority. Now more than ever, we want to ensure our valued community can get the most out of every opportunity Home & Gift presents, and the entire team will be on-hand to help however possible. If there are any decisions that need to be made, we will work through these with our customers and involve them every step of the way. We wanted to take this opportunity to thank our customers for their continued support.” Home & Gift 2020 will take place in Harrogate from 19 th – 22 nd July, offering an all-inclusive buying experience that mixes big name brands, exclusive new names and retail insight. Registration is open now. For more information, please visit homeandgift.com BC T F post poned Due to the advice given by the World Health Organisation and recent announcements by the Government BCTF has made the decision to cancel this year’s Fair. BCTF much appreciates and are overwhelmed by the support of the exhibitors and their commitment to BCTF 2021. The team will continue to communicate with buyers and invite them to browse the up-to-date online catalogue, which includes all exhibitor contact details, a good showcase of their product images and a link to their online site. The next BCTF will take place on the 11 th – 13 th April, 2021. For or more information visit the websit e bctf.co.uk Stamperama post pones event Stamperama has taken the decision to Postpone Stamperama Harrogate from Sunday 3 rd May to Saturday 10 th October. The health and safety to visitors and exhibitors is the event’s main concern and believe that postponing the event is best for everyone. All tickets already purchased are valid for the new date. For anyone wanting more details, please visit the website stamperama.com