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April Trade Village Newsletter 2025

New 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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Keops Log Cabins: now at the NSBRC!

Seeing a Keops log cabin in person is the best way to appreciate the quality, design, and craftsmanship that sets us apart. Our new exhibition at NSBRC in Swindon is designed to give you a hands-on experience of our cabins.

Here’s why it’s worth the visit:

  • Step inside a Keops log cabin and experience the warmth and durability of our Scandinavian timber construction.
  • Whether you need extra living space, a stylish home office, or a dedicated hobby room, our exhibition will inspire your dream log cabin.
  • A permanent exhibition for two years – Unlike temporary shows, our NSBRC presence means you can visit at a time that suits you.

If you’ve been thinking about investing in a Keops log cabin, now is the perfect time to take the next step.

You can find Keops Log Cabins at Stand 93 in the Trade Village.

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Bradfords Building Supplies:

Everything you need for your Modern Home

There’s a whole host of basic materials and products that are essential to pull a project together who are the unsung heroes of the build, hidden behind sleek kitchens, well-lit facades, finished walls, and immaculate paving and borders: timber, screws, sand, cement, paving, insulation, sealants, aggregate and more.  

At Bradfords, as a merchant, we provide solutions for everything from footings to roofline, and help you manage your building materials requirement whether you’re doing a traditional or more sustainable build.

We’ve recently updated our stand at the NSBRC to demonstrate our one-stop shop: construction methods, trusses, kitchens and bathrooms, landscaping solutions, renewables, plumbing products as well as the tools and plant you will need too.

You can find Bradfords in the Piazza.

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Mainmark UK brings awareness around sub-structural issues to the NSBRC

The number of UK households at risk of subsidence (4.5 million) is expected to rise by 27 per cent by 2050 – do you know how to spot the signs?

For most the answer is no, which is why ground engineering specialist, Mainmark UK, is pleased to bring its expertise to the NSBRC to raise awareness among self-builders and renovators about the potential impact of subsidence, when the ground beneath a building sinks, and other sub-structural issues.  

Mainmark pioneers innovative ground engineering solutions for residential and commercial projects, helping clients recognise issues, understand their impact, and take effective action.

You can find Mainmark at Stand 25 in the Trade Village.

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Power your Homebuilding Project with Duracell Energy

Take control of your energy with the Dura5, a high-performance home battery designed for true grid independence and uninterrupted support during outages. Solar-ready, it can cut your electricity bills by up to 90%, storing energy from solar panels or utilising cost-effective tariffs. Power your home through peak periods with confidence.

Built to last, the Dura5 outperforms competitors with 8,000+ cycles and the highest quality battery cells. A full charge takes a lightning fast one hour.

Paired with the smart Duracell Energy App, it automates savings and integrates with solar panels and EV chargers - perfect for renovations or new builds.

Power your homebuilding project - Get a quote today.

You can find Duracell Energy at Stand 114 in the Trade Village.

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Welcome to: MBC Timber Frame

Fulfil your dream of a self-build Timber Frame home with energy savings up to 90%.

MBC specialises in designing and building energy-efficient timber frame buildings and passive houses. Manufactured in our state-of-the-art Gloucestershire factory, we have completed hundreds of quality bespoke timber frame homes across England, Scotland & Wales.

Our super-insulated, precision-engineered buildings are at the forefront of innovation and design – all at an affordable cost.

We offer a complete Thermally Efficient Package including our Passive Raft Foundation, our Passive and High-Performance Timber Frame systems, transport, erection on site, optional windows and doors as well as guaranteeing airtightness in your contract.

You can find MBC Timber Frame in the Self Build Educational Zone and on Stand 150 in the Trade Village.

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McAlpine & Co:

Protect Your Home with McAlpine Scale Defender

McAlpine has been a trusted name in plumbing for over a century, crafting innovative and high-quality plastic products found in homes worldwide.

While you might not know our name, plumbers rely on our dependable solutions.

Our Scale Defender is a must-have for home renovations, tackling limescale build-up to protect your boiler, appliances, and pipework.

It's affordable, easy to install, and can save you money on energy bills by improving your heating system's efficiency.

Choose McAlpine for long-lasting quality and peace of mind.

You can find McAlpine & Co at Stand 217 in Trade Village.

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ISO-Chemi: Airtight Solutions for Construction

ISO-Chemie have created a small but informative space for architects, self builders and specifiers to view their innovative products.

We manufacture in Germany and have our products tested to the highest levels including passivhaus and BBA certification.

UK stocked with an experienced technical field team, we can offer advice on designing airtight, thermal solutions to your build, as well as ways to avoid thermal bridges.

You can find ISO-Chemie on Stand 196 in the Trade Village.

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Latest articles


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.

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.

March Trade Village Newsletter 2025

Our Trade Village is home to more than 200 permanent exhibiting partners, selected for their reputable and relevant services and their expertise in the self build and renovation community. Join us at upcoming events to meet our friendly exhibitors and explore their fantastic stands during your next visit!

Keep reading to discover the latest offerings at the NSBRC...

VIEW THE FULL LIST OF EXHIBITORS AT THE NSBRC

The Festival of Sustainable Homes: Friday 16th - Saturday 17th May 2025


This exciting, family-friendly show, will highlight how we can all live more sustainably in our homes and communities. Offering the latest advice on improving both the energy efficiency and comfort levels of properties – for both new builds & existing homes.

The Festival Of Sustainable Homes