The best self-build home shows to attend in 2024

Embarking on a self-build project? If so, this won’t be a decision you’ve taken lightly. In fact, it’s likely to be the biggest investment of your lifetime, and it can feel daunting. Luckily, 2024 is packed full of self-build and design shows up and down the UK - from Glasgow to Kent and everything in between - offering advice, inspiration, and supplier contacts. 

Here, we share our cherry-picked selection of the best self-build home shows and highlight which we’ll be attending. Grab a cup of tea and your calendar and get planning.

Looking for a nearby self-build show in Swindon? You’re in luck - the first event on our list is The National Self-Build & Renovation Show, from 26th-28th January. With access to a range of seminars, Q&A sessions, live demos, free one-to-one expert consultations, and more than 200 exhibitors showcasing the latest building products and services, this is an unmissable event for anyone self-building their dream bespoke home.

Featuring live seminars, free one-on-one expert advice, specialist workshops and more, Build It Live is ideal for prospective self-builders and renovators. Taking place on 24th-25th February at Kent Event Centre , 8th-9th June in Oxfordshire, and 7th-8th September in Exeter, attendees will have the opportunity to meet with hundreds of manufacturers, suppliers, homebuilding companies and tradespeople to help realise their perfect home project.

If you’re looking for a self-build show in Scotland, you’re in luck. Scottish Self-Build & Renovation will be taking place at Thainstone Exchange, Inverurie on 23rd March. With free entry, this self-build home show will be running a series of seminars throughout the day. Topics will range from converting heritage projects, energy-efficient heating, and cooling systems, and integrating smart technology into your home.

Boasting seminars, masterclasses, an advice centre, and 400 exhibitors, the Homebuilding & Renovating Show is a cornerstone of any self-builder’s schedule. The show will be exhibiting at seven locations, three of which Deuren will be attending - NEC Birmingham (21st – 24th March), ExCel London (27th -29thSeptember), and the Harrogate self-build show (3rd-5th November) - so be sure to come visit us to discuss made-to-measure and bespoke doors for your home. As each event approaches, Deuren can allocate up to two free tickets for each of our contacts - so check our Instagram page and email newsletter to secure your own.

Other dates include; Farnborough (13th – 14th January), Glasgow (11th – 12th May), Surrey (29th – 30th June), and Somerset (16th – 17th November).

One of the best-known self-build show London events, Grand Designs Live will be at ExCel London, 4th – 12th May. For those based outside of London, it’ll also be exhibiting at NEC Birmingham between the 2nd - 6th October. Grand Designs Live features the latest ideas, innovation, and home project guidance to help attendees discover bespoke, made-to-measure solutions. Visitors can find an array of exhibitors, experts, and live talks across four unique project zones: build, kitchens and bathrooms, gardens, and interiors. New for Grand Designs Live, ExCeL, is The House of Grand Ideas – designed to educate, inspire, and wow visitors, showcasing ways to decarbonise your home without compromising on cutting-edge luxury.

Based in Ireland? Selfbuild, Extend and Renovate Live exhibits between 13th – 14th January in Limerick, where you can discuss your project with experts in a one-to-one setting, attend Theatre Talks and access interactive stands that inspire and engage, revealing many self-build options and solutions available to you. 

Can’t make a self-build home show? Looking for more self-building advice and inspiration? Break down your self-build journey step-by-step, or browse our self-build resources.