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SPATEX 2026
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TAKE A DEEP DIVE INTO THE SHOW CREATED FOR ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS
If you go to only one show in 2026 – make sure it’ s the BIG 30th anniversary edition of SPATEX. It’ s a wonderful escape into the world of water features, saunas, steam rooms, swimming pools, spas, wellness suites, hot tubs, ice baths and enclosures The UK’ s only dedicated water leisure show is free to attend, and open to all, and runs from Tuesday 3rd to Thursday 5th February at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
What will SPATEX 2026 give you? The BIGGEST showcase to date- view and compare a host of new innovations in a fast-moving market. With over 120 exhibiting companies, including all the leading water leisure manufacturers and suppliers from around the world, the glittering showcase will include every aspect of water leisure, and all the ancillary equipment, for both the commercial and domestic sectors. Many of the hot tubs, swimming pools, spas and ice baths will be water-filled and operating.
Design inspiration: the BSPF( the British Swimming Pool Federation) will be hosting the British Pool & Hot Tub Awards, showcasing the best examples of design, construction, and installation. Photos of the winning projects will be displayed, providing excellent design inspiration.
Sustainability and energy saving are at the heart of SPATEX 2026. Reducing energy consumption is a consideration that is often better factored in at the design stage, making this show of vital importance for planners and designers. View the latest energy saving products from variable speed pumps, heat retention covers and LED lighting to air source heat pumps and super insulated one-piece pools.
Many of the hot tubs, swimming pools, spas and ice baths will be water-filled and operating.
A powerhouse of knowledge – SPATEX will host a freeto-attend double seminar programme with a diverse range of topics, including up-to-the-minute health and safety guidance, the design and build of commercial pools and the handling of waterborne bacteria, such as Legionella. The ISPE( Institute of Swimming Pool Engineers), has curated a diverse workshop programme in Arena 1 and CPD points and certificates of attendance are issued to all attendees.
Industry Hub – 2026 sees the introduction of an exciting new initiative – esteemed industry associations, such as the BSPF( British Swimming Pool Federation) will all be conveniently situated on one large stand( adjacent to seminar Arena 2). Representatives from each association will be on hand to offer visitors a plethora of information and guidance specific to each of their specialisms.
Expert advice- Bring your plans with you – there’ s no better place to seek impartial advice from a variety of specialists, and all for free.
SPATEX provides free car parking for its visitors and is within two-hour drive time of 75 per cent of the population.
Register for free here: www. spatex. co. uk
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