The Golf Club Management Exhibition is Back Bigger Than Ever

23 September 2025

This November’s our flagship event, the Golf Club Management Conference & Exhibition (16–18 November, De Vere Cotswold Water Park), will feature the largest exhibition we’ve hosted in years. The line-up is growing quickly, with new exhibitors being added almost every week.

The exhibition opens on Sunday, giving you the perfect chance to make the most of the early networking opportunities – and why not get involved in our Quick Fire Team Challenge while you’re there? It’s a great way to meet fellow delegates in a relaxed, informal setting before the main conference programme begins. Read more about why you should attend the Golf Club Management Exhibition & Sunday Networking Events here.

The exhibition is a real highlight for anyone involved in running a golf club. Here’s why:

Wide range of solutions – From clubhouse services and technology, to sustainability products and course management tools, there will be exhibitors covering every aspect of club operations.
See things first-hand – Get a closer look at the latest products and services, and speak directly with suppliers who understand the challenges clubs face.
Ideas and inspiration – Even if you’re not actively looking to buy, it’s a great way to discover approaches that could benefit your club now or in the future.
Efficient and practical – Everything in one place, saving you time and giving you the chance to compare options side by side.

Making the most of the exhibition:

Plan ahead: browse the full exhibitor list here and identify stands relevant to your role or challenges.
Contact exhibitors in advance: arrange meetings to discuss your club’s specific needs or challenges and get the most out of your visit.
Allocate time: even short visits to key stands can give valuable insight and contacts.
Engage with suppliers: ask questions, explore solutions, and discuss potential ways their products or services could benefit your club.
Take notes: record ideas and follow-up actions to make the experience actionable back at your club.

With this year’s theme of Future Ready, the exhibition will showcase innovations designed to help clubs operate more sustainably, efficiently, and successfully.

“We’re really excited to see the exhibition growing into the biggest we’ve hosted for several years. I’d like to thank all the exhibitors for their support and commitment to making this such a strong part of the conference. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect leading businesses with golf club decision makers, building the relationships that will drive our industry forward and help ensure we’re ready for the future.”
— Darren Wood, Partnerships Manager, GCMA

Make sure to set aside some time to explore the exhibition during the conference. It promises to be bigger, more varied, and more relevant than ever.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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By Natalie McColl

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