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Hillhead quarry show sales outlook bullish

The organisers of the Hillhead 2018 quarry exhibition in the UK says that the show’s Main Pavilion is now officially sold out. So far 97% of outdoor space already allocated and stands also selling quickly in the recently extended Registration Pavilion. Event director Richard Bradbury commented, “We have had an overwhelming response to next year’s show both from existing customers wanting to rebook and from new enquiries looking to exhibit with us for the first time. Hillhead 2018 is set to be the largest
December 1, 2017 Read time: 1 min
The Hillhead 2018 exhibition looks to be even bigger than the successful 2016 event

The organisers of the 5894 Hillhead 2018 quarry exhibition in the UK says that the show’s Main Pavilion is now officially sold out. So far 97% of outdoor space already allocated and stands also selling quickly in the recently extended Registration Pavilion. Event director Richard Bradbury commented, “We have had an overwhelming response to next year’s show both from existing customers wanting to rebook and from new enquiries looking to exhibit with us for the first time. Hillhead 2018 is set to be the largest edition to date, hosting more than 500 exhibitors for the first time.”
Visitor registration is already open for the 2018 event which takes place from 26–28 June at Hillhead Quarry, near Buxton.

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