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Bed Trade Invited to Attend 2026 Bed Show

Bed Trade Invited to Attend 2026 Bed Show

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The National Bed Federation (NBF) invites the bed trade to register online for the 2026 Bed Show, taking place on 22 - 23 September at Telford International Centre. The UK’s biggest bed-specific exhibition continues to offer its vibrant blend of British and Irish bed...

Clare Balding to Host NBF Bed Industry Awards Ceremony

Clare Balding to Host NBF Bed Industry Awards Ceremony

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The National Bed Federation (NBF) announces award-winning broadcaster Clare Balding as the host of its awards ceremony at the Bed Show in Telford on 22 September. Winner of the BAFTA Special Award and RTS Presenter of the Year Award for her expert coverage of the...

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Last Chance to Enter NBF Retailer and Member Company Awards 2024

Last Chance to Enter NBF Retailer and Member Company Awards 2024

by Philippa | Jul 29, 2024 | Industry News

The National Bed Federation (NBF) reminds the UK and Irish bed trade to enter its first round of Bed Industry Awards by Friday, 2 August, at 5 pm. The awards honour the brightest and best enterprises in the bed market and showcase the best in inspiration, design and...
NBF Survey Highlights Shifting Consumer Bed-Buying Habits

NBF Survey Highlights Shifting Consumer Bed-Buying Habits

by Philippa | Jul 19, 2024 | Industry News

Local authorities are struggling with old mattress collections, bedsteads are enjoying a resurgence and foam mattresses overtake pocket springs in the popularity stakes. According to the National Bed Federation (NBF)’s latest  –  the 16th – annual consumer...
NBF Announces Judges for 2024 Bed Industry Retailer Awards

NBF Announces Judges for 2024 Bed Industry Retailer Awards

by Philippa | Jul 16, 2024 | Industry News

The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced the first line-up of judges for the four retailer categories for the 2024 Bed Industry Awards.  A panel of three well-known and highly respected names in the furniture and retail industries will decide who will be...
24th September – Bookings Open for the NBF Gala Dinner

24th September – Bookings Open for the NBF Gala Dinner

by Philippa | Jul 8, 2024 | Industry News

Tickets are available to book for the Bed Show’s 14th Gala Dinner and Bed Industry Awards ceremony on 24 September at the International Centre, Telford. Hosted by Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke and organised by the National Bed Federation (NBF), the event...
Leading Yorkshire Bed Manufacturer Celebrates First Year Working with National Bed Federation

Leading Yorkshire Bed Manufacturer Celebrates First Year Working with National Bed Federation

by Philippa | Jul 2, 2024 | Industry News

Kelcol, which employs 30 people and has been manufacturing beds in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, for 45 years, is celebrating the first anniversary of joining the National Bed Federation (NBF) and undergoing its strict audit process, marking the firm’s commitment to...
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