The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show returns to the NEC, Birmingham from 19–22 March 2026, featuring inspiring projects, practical workshops, and hundreds of exhibitors.
This year, Georgia and Josh from The Haye Barn are among the featured speakers, returning to the show they first attended eight years ago as overwhelmed homeowners.
Attendees can hear their journey, get hands-on DIY advice, and explore masterclasses from a full line-up of renovation and self-build experts.
Article continues belowThe Haye Barn duo take the stage
Eight years after first attending the show as overwhelmed homeowners, Georgia and Josh from The Haye Barn are now returning as speakers. Their Instagram post sums up the journey: “Eight years ago we walked into this show after buying our first house… Fast forward to now and we’re actually speaking there! 🤯”
Since starting their renovation journey, they’ve transformed their project, The Haye Barn, into a showcase of budget-conscious DIY and creative renovation solutions. Their Instagram platform shares beginner-friendly tutorials, cost-saving hacks, and honest lessons learned from renovating their own home.
At the show, they will be speaking for one day only on Sunday 22nd March 2026 at 12pm at the Masterclass Theatre.
In their talk, The Unfiltered Truth About DIY Renovation, they'll cover:
- Where to start when renovating
- What you can realistically DIY
- How to stretch a tight budget without cutting corners
Other expert speakers
The 2026 show features a line-up of specialist speakers offering masterclasses and seminars throughout the four-day event:
- Michael Holmes – Home renovation expert sharing practical tips for extensions, budgets, and self-builds.
- Marianne Suhr, MRICS, SPAB Lethaby Scholar – Co-presenter of BBC2’s Restoration and Channel 4’s Restoration of the Year, offering insights on conserving period properties and energy-efficient retrofits.
- David Hilton – Eco-expert advising on practical solutions to improve energy efficiency while maintaining architectural character.
- Tom McSherry (Buildstore) and Mark Stevenson – Self-build finance and planning experts guiding attendees through project costs and choices.
What else to expect at the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show
- 380+ exhibitors – Discover products ranging from kitchens and windows to smart home tech and eco solutions.
- The Advice Centre – Access free one-to-one guidance from independent building experts on planning, design, and construction.
- Seminars and Masterclasses – Covering topics from planning permission and self-build routes to budgeting and innovative design techniques.
- Home Energy Hour – Learn how to reduce running costs and improve energy efficiency without compromising space or style.
Free tickets available now
"The virtual world can’t quite compete with the experience of seeing high-ticket items in person, or meeting the supplier of your timber frame kit or a potential architect, face to face," says Claire Lloyd, Editor of Homebuilding & Renovating
Tickets are available online or on the day, with an option to claim two free tickets to the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show in advance.
Attendees can plan their day around Georgia and Josh’s session and explore the show’s full programme.
