Events

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Our extensive calendar of events brings the sector together, builds recognition for brands and helps businesses connect and collaborate. Events are exclusively for BMF members.

6/16/2026

Build North Expo 2026

Following a successful event in Leeds, Build North Expo is back. The next edition takes place at Exhibition Centre Liverpool.

6/18/2026

BMF Business Services Webinar - Worldpay

Webinar event for BMF members interested in finding out how the BMF Business Service from WorldPay could streamline their payment services and save them money.

6/22/2026

BMF Northern Ireland Regional Meeting - June 2026

INVITE ONLY - Please contact your Regional Manager to request a place.

6/22/2026

Employment Rights Act Webinar - June 22nd 2026

What we’ll cover: The Employment Rights Bill is no longer a future problem for employers. It’s a here and now problem. Many are now finding out where their processes, managers and documentation aren’t quite as ready or robust as they first thought. This session is designed to cut though the noise and focus on what should already be sorted, where members may still be exposed, and what practical steps still need to happen next.

6/23/2026

Installer Show - 2026

Held at the NEC in Birmingham, InstallerSHOW is the UK's definitive platform for heat, water, air, energy and the built environment. It is now co-located with the Painting & Decorating Show. Save the date as InstallerSHOW returns to the NEC, Birmingham on 23-25 June 2026.

6/24/2026

BMF Plumbing, Heating & Bathrooms Forum - 24th June 2026

This forum will be held alongside the InstallerSHOW 2026, at the NEC in Birmingham.

7/7/2026

Central Regional Meeting - 7th July 2026

*SAVE THE DATE * INVITE ONLY - Please contact Craig Jennings to request a place.

7/8/2026

BMF Finance Forum - 8th July 2026

Join us for the next BMF Finance Forum 8th July 2026 at BMF Head Office.

7/8/2026

BMF (Full Power Utilities) Energy Webinar

NEW DATE. BMF members using the BMF Energy Business Service have saved over £200,000 so far, join this webinar to find out how you could save on your energy costs.

7/9/2026

BMF MasterMerchant - July 2026

**NEW LOCATION FOR 2026!** Join us for a weekend in Ingleton, North Yorkshire, for the annual BMF MasterMerchant competition from Thursday 09 July to Saturday 11 July 2026

7/14/2026

BMF Ambassador Forum - 14th July 2026

Save the Date - The Forum programme will cover a range of topics we feel would give you a better understanding of your role as an Ambassador.

9/16/2026

BMF Members' Annual Conference & Awards 2026

The BMF Members' Annual Conference & Awards will return on 16-17 September 2026 at the newly extended Belfry Hotel & Resort, Sutton Coldfield. Sponsored by NMBS.

9/29/2026

UK Construction Week - NEC Birmingham

The NEC in Birmingham was the birthplace of UK Construction Week, the tradeshow has grown to become the UK's largest built environment event. UKCW is not just a trade exhibition but a catalyst for change in the sector as we gather the top speakers to panel our many seminar theatres to discuss and debate the issues affecting construction, and we believe this is where real change can happen.

10/6/2026

South West Regional Meeting - 6th October 2026

Venue TBC.

10/7/2026

BMF Insulation & Dry Lining Forum - October 2026

Join us at the Encon Insulation & Nevill Long North West HQ for the Insulation & Drylining forum.

10/13/2026

BMF South Wales Regional Meeting - 13th October 2026

BMF South Wales Regional Meeting -13th October 2026. Venue TBC.

10/14/2026

BMF Ambassador Forum - 14th October 2026

Save the Date - The Forum programme will cover a range of topics we feel would give you a better understanding of your role as an Ambassador.

10/15/2026

IoBM Conference 2026

Join us for the third IoBM Conference, open to both IoBM members and non-members.

10/21/2026

BMF Marketing Forum - Oct 21st 2026

SAVE THE DATE Join us for the BMF Marketing Forum to be held at the Forgefix Distribution Centre in Sheffield - October 21st 2026 Arrive from 9.30m for Tea/Coffee, Event starts at 10.00am and closes after a networking lunch.

10/22/2026

BMF North West Regional Meeting - 22nd October 2026

**INVITE ONLY** North West Regional Meeting -22nd October 2026

11/3/2026

L&D Forum - 3rd November 2026

Location: Venue TBC, Midlands The forum programme will cover a range of topics that we feel would be top of most L&D Directors'/Managers' minds. The event is open to both Suppliers and Merchants.

11/4/2026

BMF Bricks, Blocks & Landscaping Forum - 4th November 2026

BMF Bricks, Blocks & Landscaping Forum - Save the date – make sure you reserve you place now!

11/10/2026

HR Forum - 10th November 2026

The forum programme will cover a range of topics that we feel would be top of most of HR Directors'/Managers' minds. The event is open to both Suppliers and Merchants.

11/25/2026

BMF Timber Forum - Nov 2026

Save the date for the BMF Timber forum, taking place on 25th November 2026.

11/25/2026

elementalLONDON – ExCeL, London 25-26th Nov

The BMF is a partner with elementalLONDON - the UK’s dedicated event for built environment professionals responsible for reducing energy use and carbon emissions in commercial and large-scale residential buildings.

11/27/2026

Builders Merchants Awards 2026

The BM Awards are the longest-running industry awards, recognising colleagues, companies and teams from across the United Kingdom.

12/3/2026

BMF North Regional Meeting - 3rd December 2026

*SAVE THE DATE * INVITE ONLY - Please contact Chris Heeks to request a place.