Clubs will be heading to the 34th CIU Beer & Trades Exhibition, taking place on
April 17 between 1pm and 5pm at the popular Norbreck Castle Hotel, Blackpool. Recognised as a great day of club business, the 2026 networking event will see suppliers and clubs working together to build club business. |
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The annual Beer & Trades Exhibition is the UK’s largest trade show for private members’ social clubs. with suppliers all working to help clubs save money and grow trade.
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Clubs urged to attend 162nd AGM |
CIU clubs are invited to attend the CIU AGM, on Saturday 18 April at the Norbreck Castle Hotel. where 2025's Annual Report and Financial Report will be presented. Plus: speeches from President Ken Roberts ACM CMD and General Secretary Kenneth D Green ACM CMD. |
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CIU Entertainment Showcase |
Get ready for top entertainment at Blackpool's H&A Social Club, taking place on the evening of Friday, April 17. Tickets now available! |
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Last year's Beer & Trades Exhibition
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A wide range of suppliers on show |
A wide range of key suppliers will be in attendance and Greene King will also host a complimentary bar, showcasing its leading brands and providing the perfect environment for networking with fellow club officials. |
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The 2026 CIU Beer & Trades Exhibition welcomes…
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Dransfields - Preferred Supplier |
Dransfields celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, and will be showcasing gaming machines, pool tables, juke boxes and its state-of-the-art Spotlight and Dart Shark. Plus: visit the team to meet European Pool Champion Clint l'Anson. |
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Club Control |
Club Control is the largest supplier of EPOS and management systems to the club sector in the UK, trusted by over 1800 clubs nationally. They only work with clubs and their systems are designed specifically for the sector. |
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Greene King - Preferred Supplier |
Greene King and Belhaven provide CIU members with Value for Venues, a wholesale drinks supply service with everything you need in one place - a full composite drinks service and a one-stop-shop delivery service across beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks. |
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BOC - Preferred Supplier |
BOC Sureserve® is the leading dispense gases supplier in the UK. BOC Sureserve® offers a full range of food grade dispense gases and dispense systems to ensure you have the right gas for the right beverage, giving your customers the perfect drink every time. |
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TNT Sports |
TNT Sports is supporting the Blackpool Beer & Trades Exhibition for its 10th year. Enjoy UEFA Champions League football, UEFA Europa League. Plus: LIV Golf and rugby. |
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Brown & Brown |
As the only preferred and trusted CIU insurance partner, Brown & Brown will provide your club with the appropriate insurance cover you require. |
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Ace Furniture |
ACE Furniture is a family business with over 43 years’ experience in manufacturing both fixed and loose furniture, based centrally in Northamptonshire. |
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Pure Purchasing - Preferred Supplier
| Unlock hidden savings and maximise value with Pure's expert club consultancy services. Whether you're looking for guidance, want to check out the competition, reduce waste, or negotiate better contracts, they can help. |
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Arena Racing Company |
The CIU has teamed up once again with Arena Racing Company to give CIU club members great-value offers to enjoy great days out at the races. With over 500 racedays in 2026, watch out for latest offers at clubjournal.co.uk. |
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Crystals |
Crystals are market leaders in club supplies and their range include various bingo books and machines, Club Payment cards raffle books, lottery tickets & machines, wristbands, rule books, membership cards etc.. |
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CAMRA |
The Campaign For Real Ale (CAMRA) will be running their complimentary bar again (pictured at last year's event) at the 2026 Beer & Trades Exhibition.
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