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Self Build & Renovation: Live! - Episode 6 - 'Battle of the Building Systems'

Do you know your timber-frame from your steel-frame? Do you understand the difference in cost and performance between Insulated Concrete Formwork and traditional brick and block masonry? Do you know what considerations need to me made for these respective building systems, or how they impact the environment?

In this episode, our Self Build & Renovation: Live! series host Chris Dawes (Visual PR) is joined by experts representing different building systems, to explore the benefits and considerations of each of them...

Our FREE Building Systems Workshop on Saturday 15th March (10:00 – 16:00) is aimed at people in the early stages of a project, who have yet to decide which building method they are using. One of the most important decisions you will make during your project is which building system to use, as this is used to construct the superstructure of the house.

A range of expert advice and presentations is also on offer at The National Self Build & Renovation Show, from Friday 31st January - Sunday 2nd February. Find out more and book FREE advance tickets (£12 each OTD).

Episode 7 of Self Build & Renovation: Live! on Tuesday 21st January (13:00-13:45), will feature a real-life case study, as we proudly chat with Clive Spencer, one of our visitors who has completed a fantastic self build project to Passivhaus standard.

We will also be speaking Rosie Farmiloe, Head of Trader Engagement at Which?, about the importance of trusted traders for your project.

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We look forward to welcoming you to the Centre soon!

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July Trade Village Newsletter 2025

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...

VIEW THE FULL LIST OF EXHIBITORS AT THE NSBRC

NSBRC Joins Northcot Brick to Mark 100 Years of Traditional Brickmaking

In 2027 the NSBRC will celebrate twenty years of serving the self build community, and (knowing Team NSBRC) we will no doubt be celebrating that milestone. But, we have been blown away by our exhibiting partner Northcot Brick, who this month, are marking a centenary of traditional brickmaking!

A trusted name since 1925, and known for their rich colours, character and craftsmanship, Northcot Brick continues to be the choice for stunning self-builds and heritage projects alike.

UK homes at the centre of net zero push, says Parliamentary report

Retrofitting homes is vital for the UK to meet its 2050 net zero target, according to a new report by the Energy Security & Net Zero Committee.

Four in five homes that will be occupied in 2050 have already been built. With that in mind, the report highlights retrofitting homes as one of the most impactful strategies to cut emissions, reduce energy bills, and enhance living standards across the country.

Read the full report here, or take a look at the summary below…

The National Self Build & Renovation Show: Friday 10th & Saturday 11th October 2025


Create your perfect home at The National Self Build & Renovation Show! Join us for two days of an unrivalled line up of exhibitors and experts on hand to share their advice, this is an unmissable event for anyone thinking of self building or renovating their home.

The National Self Build & Renovation Show