Events timetable
This section is constantly updated. Please check back for details of forthcoming events.
April
Timber Talent South West Architecture for the 21st Century
Saturday 26th April 2008 - Sunday 13th July 2008
Centre for Contemporary Art and the Natural World, Haldon Forest Park, Exeter
Timber Talent South West, one of five exhibitions organised during the year, features CCANW’s selection of sixteen of the most inspiring recent examples of the use of timber in contemporary architecture.
For further information, please click here.
May
Return to Practice Course
Monday 12th May 2008 - Friday 16th May 2008
London Metropolitan University, London
Are you on a break from your architecture career, and wanting to return to practice? Or do you know anyone in the same boat? Or, would you like to get a week’s worth CPD at once?
For further information, please click here.
Plywood Club of London Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 13th May 2008
For further information, please contact the PCL.
In Touch with Timber 2008
Tuesday 20th May 2008
QEII Conference Centre, London
TRADA is running a one-day CPD seminar designed to inspire construction industry professionals to make the most of timber, both structurally and aesthetically.
For further information, please click here.
Build a Brilliant Birdbox
Thursday 29th May 2008
Centre for Contemporary Art and the Natural World, Haldon Forest Park, Exeter
Make a sculpture that doubles up as home for a bird. Meet at Spacex to see their exhibition Structures for the Unseen, then take a minibus ride to CCANW to make a birdbox for the forest with the help of an architect and designer.
(Suitable for ages 8 - 13)
For further information, please click here.
June
National Softwood Division Committee Meeting
Tuesday 3rd June 2008
For further information, please contact the TTF.
National Panel Products Division Committee Meeting
Wednesday 4th June 2008
For further information, please contact the TTF.
Wizardry in Wood
Wednesday 4th June 2008 - Friday 6th June 2008
Carpenters' Hall, London
Wizardry in Wood features 24 individual exhibitors plus 14 guest collections and special exhibits.
For further information, please click here.
Timber and the Environment
World Environment Day, Thursday 5th June 2008
Centre for Contemporary Art and the Natural World, Haldon Forest Park, Exeter
This forum looks at the environmental benefits of timber growing and the important role that the use of wood in buildings can play in combating climate change.
For further information, please click here.
Timber and Affordable Housing
Thursday 19th June 2008
Centre for Contemporary Art and the Natural World, Haldon Forest Park, Exeter
This forum looks at how the use of timber can help create homes which are both affordable and inspiring.
For further information, please click here.
University of the Trees
Saturday 21st June 2008
Centre for Contemporary Art and the Natural World, Haldon Forest Park, Exeter
Developed by Shelley Sacks, Director of the Social Sculpture Research Unit at Oxford Brookes University, the University of the Trees is a long-term international network project for a conscious and responsible engagement in shaping a humane and ecologically viable future.
For further information, please click here.
July
Roadford Woodfair
Saturday 12th July 2008 - Sunday 13th July 2008
Roadford Lake, Devon
From saw milling to horse-logging; foresters to furniture makers; willow weaving to wood turning there's something for everyone. Get your hands dirty in our workshops and watch the experts demonstrating their skills.
For further information, please click here.
September
National Softwood Division Committee Meeting
Tuesday 2nd September 2008
For further information, please contact the TTF.
National Panel Products Division Committee Meeting
Wednesday 3rd September 2008
For further information, please contact the TTF.
Powis Wood Fair 2008
Saturday 6th September 2008 - Sunday 7th September 2008
Powis Castle, Welshpool, Powys
A glorious weekend of spectacular exhibitions, activities and demonstrations to celebrate the natural power and beauty of wood.
For further information, please click here.
Weald Woodfair
Friday 12th September 2008 - Sunday 14th September 2008
Bentley, Sussex
Brings together representatives of the woodland and timber industries, as part of a continuing commitment to promote sustainable woodland management in the County.
For further information, please click here.
TTJ Awards
Thursday 18th September 2008
Park Lane Hotel, London
Key industry figures and companies, celebrating the world of wood at the most important event in the timber calendar.
For further information, please click here.
The Wood Awards
Thursday 18th September 2008
Earls Court, London
The aim of The Wood Awards is to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design, craftsmanship and installation in wood.
For further information, please click here.
Institute of Wood Science Annual Conference
Thursday 18th September 2008 - Friday 19th September 2008
University of Bath, Bath
The IWSc 2008 Annual Conference will be hosted by the University of Bath from 18th to 19th September 2008.
For further information, please click here.
100% Detail
Thursday 18th September 2008 - Sunday 21st September 2008
Earls Court, London
100% Detail connects innovative building products and materials with architects and specifiers, providing inspiration and solutions for better and more sustainable building design.
For further information, please click here.
APF International Forest Machinery Exhibition 2008
Thursday 18th September 2008 - Saturday 20th September 2008
Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
The APF Exhibition is the largest exhibition and display of forestry, woodland, arboriculture, utilities and estate management machinery, equipment, supplies and services in the UK.
For further information, please click here.
Homebuilding & Renovating Show
Friday 19th September 2008 - Sunday 21st September 2008
ExCel, London
Whether you're building your home from scratch, having a major extension, remodelling your home, converting a property or just keen to integrate the latest technology, The Homebuilding & Renovating Show will provide you with the right products, services, advice and inspiration to enable your truly individual home to become a reality.
For further information, please click here.
East Anglian Timber Trade Association Annual Dinner
Wednesday 24th September 2008
For further information, please contact the EATTASec.
October
W8
Sunday 26th October 2008 - Wednesday 29th October 2008
NEC Birmingham
W8 incorporates the former Woodmex and ASFI exhibitions to display everything the Joinery and Furniture manufacturer could possibly need. For over 20 years this event has been known as the exhibition at which real business is done.
For further information, please click here.
Interbuild 2008
Sunday 26th October 2008 - Thursday 30th October 2008
NEC Birmingham
A wide range of timber firms demonstrating cutting-edge products and services, alongside companies from across the international construction market.
For further information, please click here.
Offsite Construction Awards 2008
Tuesday 28th October 2008
National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham
Celebrating quality, innovation and outstanding achievement across one of the most dynamic sectors in the construction industry, a wider range of categories have been added, including awards for Sustainability and Best Product.
For further information, please click here.
November
Wood Futures 2008
Thursday 6th November 2008
Royal Festival Hall, London
TTJ’s Wood Futures Conference this year focuses on the impact for timber of UK government policy on sustainable construction.
For further information, please click here.
Civils 2008
Tuesday 18th November 2008 - Thursday 20th November 2008
Earls Court, London
Civils is the UK’s largest exhibition to encompass the needs of the civil engineering industry while reflecting on opportunities available within the sector.
For further information, please click here.
Thames Gateway Forum
Wednesday 26th November 2008 - Thursday 27th November 2008
ExCel, London
Now in its fifth year, Thames Gateway Forum will again bring together the key public and private sector organisations behind this huge regeneration opportunity. The conference will address the key issues facing the gateway whilst the exhibition area will play host to some new exciting features.
For further information, please click here.