SALTEX

According to the organiser, SALTEX 2026 takes place on 11 and 12 November 2026 at the NEC, Birmingham B40 1NT. TradeShowBuzz lists the venue as the National Exhibition Centre. The organiser says the show is celebrating its 80th edition.

The organiser lists Wednesday 11 November from 09:00 to 17:00 and Thursday 12 November from 09:00 to 16:00. The organiser's site invites visitors to register for free in advance.

The organiser says anyone who manages outdoor spaces should attend. Sector pages cover professional sport, grassroots sport, landscaping, education grounds, horticulture and forestry, national infrastructure, park maintenance, caravan and holiday parks, estate and heritage management, local authorities, and theme parks and attractions.

The organiser promotes the latest machinery, tools and innovations across natural turf management and synthetic and hybrid surfaces, along with a place for the industry to meet. It also offers 30 or more hours of free, CPD-accredited education across three stages, with speakers from organisations such as UEFA, the Premier League, Wimbledon, Lord's and Wembley.

SALTEX is the brand name of the exhibition owned and operated by the Grounds Management Association (GMA), a not-for-profit membership organisation for the grounds care industry. The organiser says revenue is reinvested into the sector for training, research and advocacy.

Yes. The organiser lists enhanced access for GMA members at SALTEX, including entry to the VIP lounge, complimentary refreshments, a free cloakroom and an exclusive drinks reception. Check the organiser's site for the full member benefits.