The Festival Of Sustainable Homes
Offering the latest advice on improving both the energy efficiency and comfort levels of properties – for both new builds & existing homes. Book your FREE advance tickets today.
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We believe people deserve better homes.
We can help you create a better, more sustainable home by delivering on our three key promises:
We’ll inspire you by showcasing the very best building methods, innovations and technologies.
We’ll inform you with our expert helpdesk and range of shows, workshops, and educational courses.
We’ll always offer impartial advice you can trust.
The NSBRC is open six days a week for visitors. Our standard opening hours are Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am - 17:30pm | Sunday 10:00am - 16:30pm
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Market Day
Join us for the next NSBRC Market Day!
On the second Friday of every month, many of our exhibitors will be at their displays to engage with you during our informal and relaxed ‘market days’.
Enjoy networking with like-minded individuals and discover the latest innovations and solutions from industry experts as you explore a diverse range of products and services without the ‘sales’ pressure.
Whether you're just starting out on a self build, or are looking to improve your existing home, our exhibitors are here to share their knowledge and assist you in making informed decisions for your project.
Every Market Day features a free guided tour of our new build educational zone with our technical advisors.
The Festival Of Sustainable Homes
Offering the latest advice on improving both the energy efficiency and comfort levels of properties – for both new builds & existing homes. Book your FREE advance tickets today.
Eco Workshops
Whether you’re motivated by saving the environment or saving money, our range of Eco Workshops will help you make smart, sustainable choices. You’ll hear from industry professionals throughout the day, as well as having the opportunity to engage with them directly, to share your plans and get personalised guidance on bringing your vision to life.
These Workshops are designed to bring a wealth of independent and informed advice on the latest energy-saving technologies and eco-friendly building and renovation techniques. From green building principles, air-tightness and insulation to renewable energy, heating systems, smart upgrades and beyond; our expert-led sessions are packed with practical advice for every stage of your project.
Each workshop is focused on a specific area of energy-efficient homebuilding, so you can choose the sessions that match your needs – or come along to all four, as you’re bound to discover something new each time!
Advice for your self build journey
Around 13,000 people self build their own homes in the UK each year. Self built homes are typically bespoke, with layouts designed around your needs and lifestyle, and provide a high level of finish. With a focus on build quality, self builders enjoy houses that are energy efficient, often far exceeding building regulations. Discover how we can help you begin your own journey towards building a better home.
Advice for your renovation journey
Renovating or extending a house can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. It can provide you and your family with additional space, reduce your energy bills and with careful planning, it can also be a shrewd investment. We’ll help you understand the options available to you, the various stages of a project, and typical pitfalls to avoid, so you can create your own dream home.
As an independent, employee-owned business, the NSBRC is a proud member of the following associations:
Testimonials
We work with some amazing partners...
One of our three key promises is to inspire you by show-casing the very best building methods, trends and technologies.
The National Self Build & Renovation Centre is proud to be home to over 200 permanent exhibitors, chosen for their respected and relevant offering, and their knowledge and understanding of the self build and renovation community.
We encourage you to engage with our exhibitors. As you will discover, they can cover every aspect of a building project, from foundations to flooring, walls to windows, roofing to renewables and much, much more…
The latest from the NSBRC:
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April Trade Village Newsletter 2025
30/04/2025New Partners & Upgraded Stands Edition
We are proud to introduce some of our newest exhibitors and fresh, upgraded stands at the Centre. Our partners are experts in self build and renovation, and are highly engaged in this community. Visit our upcoming events to meet them and explore their amazing displays!
Keep reading to discover the latest offerings at the NSBRC...
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Seize the Moment: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Self Build Your Dream Home
We received this blog from longstanding exhibitor, Fleming Homes and found the piece inspiring, and wanted to share this with you. We hope this offers encouragement as you embark on your homebuilding project.
"Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect." Alan Cohen*
Alan Cohen's quote captures a powerful truth that’s particularly relevant to self-building. When the housing market feels uncertain, when interest rates continue to feel elevated in comparison with the record lows of 2020-2021, or when material prices fluctuate, it’s tempting to put the brakes on our plans - to hold off until things calm down.
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The Homebuilding Centre Limited - now majority owned by its employees!
Since 2014, our award-winning visitor centre (The National Self Build & Renovation Centre / NSBRC) has been owned and operated by ‘The Homebuilding Centre Limited’, an employee-owned business. We welcomed our first visitors to the NSBRC in 2007 and, eighteen years on, we remain the UK’s only permanent exhibition centre designed specifically to meet the needs of individual self-builders, renovators and home improvers.