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Self Build & Renovation: Live! - Episode 7 - 'Case Study & Trusted Traders'

This episode features two guests who will be giving presentations at The National Self Build & Renovation Show on Friday 31st January to Sunday 2nd February.

Our hosts Chris and Nick, explore 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; as well as speaking to Rosie Farmiloe, Head of Trader Engagement at Which?, about the importance of finding trusted traders for your project, and how Which? can help you do just that!

Self Build & Renovation: Live! will return on Friday 31st January, broadcasting from The National Self Build & Renovation Show. If you can't join us in person at the show, make sure you tune in!

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We look forward to welcoming you to the Centre soon!

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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…

NSBRC Featured on BBC1’s Politics South

We’re pleased to share that the National Self Build & Renovation Centre was featured on BBC1’s Politics South on Sunday 29th June.

The programme, hosted by Peter Henley, explores current political issues across the South of England. In this episode, our MD Harvey was invited to discuss the importance of energy efficiency in our homes - a topic that’s becoming ever more critical as we face more extreme weather conditions and rising energy costs.

NSBRC - Proud Sponsors of FC Abbey Meads U15s

We are committed to support our local community and as part of this we are delighted to sponsor the kit of local Under 15s football side, FC Abbey Meads, based in Swindon. The team will play in the North Wiltshire League, Division 1, in the 2025-26 season and have high hopes for success.

The team were presented with their new kits during a Parents & Players evening, held at the NSBRC, when their two dedicated volunteer coaches set our their plans and expectations of the boys for coming season.

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.

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