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Somerset Business Expo 2026 floor plan goes live ahead of exhibitor stand release dates

Friday 30th January, 2026

We are pleased to share that the official floor plan for Somerset Business Expo 2026 is now live, giving businesses across Somerset an early look at the exhibition space and the chance to start planning ahead of stand bookings opening in February.

Somerset Business Expo 2026 will take place on Friday the 12th of June 2026 at Junction 24 near Bridgwater. Our aim is to deliver one of the biggest dates in the Somerset business calendar, bringing organisations from across the county together for a full day of connecting, learning and showcasing.

With the floor plan now published, potential exhibitors can view the layout, explore stand positions, and prepare in advance of bookings opening.

Stand booking release dates and times

Stand bookings will go live at midday on both release days.

  • Chamber member early access, Monday the 2nd of February 2026, midday Chamber members will receive a direct email from Roger at midday with the booking link to access stands. Members will also benefit from a discounted exhibitor rate as part of Chamber membership.
  • Public release, Monday the 9th of February 2026, midday Stand bookings will then open to the public at midday, with stands allocated on a first come first served basis.

Stand types available

Somerset Business Expo 2026 will feature more than 80 exhibition stands, alongside practical workshops, panel discussions, and free business support sessions delivered by local specialists. The focus is on giving Somerset businesses a platform where they can be seen, make new connections and encourage more people to discover and use local suppliers.

Businesses who would like to receive key updates directly, including the stand booking information when it goes live, can RSVP via our events page.

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