Vendex North Chooses Doncaster for the First Time

Press Release

Vendex North Chooses Doncaster for the First Time – The UK’s Only Vending Trade Show Comes to Doncaster Racecourse

Doncaster, UK – 03/11/2025 — Trade Events Ltd has announced that Vendex North, the UK’s leading vending industry trade show, will take place at the Exhibition Hall, Doncaster Racecourse on Wednesday 12^th November 2025, marking the first time the event has been held in Doncaster.

With 150 exhibitors and an expected 1,000 visitors from across the UK and Europe, Vendex North 2025 is set to be the biggest show yet in the event’s 22 year history.

Matthew Derry, Director of Trade Events Ltd, said:
“We’re delighted to bring Vendex North to Doncaster for the first time. Doncaster Racecourse is a fantastic, well-connected venue that reflects the energy and growth of the vending sector. We’re excited to welcome hundreds of exhibitors and visitors to what promises to be our biggest show yet.”

Jade Dyer, Chief Operating Officer at Doncaster Chamber, said:
“We’re absolutely delighted that Vendex North has chosen Doncaster as its new home. Welcoming such a well-established and respected exhibition to our city is a real vote of confidence in Doncaster’s growth, connectivity, and reputation as a premier destination for major business events. The arrival of over 1,000 visitors and 150 exhibitors will deliver a significant boost to our local economy, benefiting hotels, restaurants, and transport providers, while showcasing Doncaster’s capacity to host high-calibre national and international trade shows. We look forward to working closely with Matt and the Vendex team over the coming years to ensure their exhibitors and delegates experience the very best of what Doncaster has to offer — and to support the continued success and expansion of the event in its new home.”

Vendex has been a cornerstone of the vending industry calendar for over two decades, hosting annual trade events in both the North and Midlands. The show attracts operators, facility managers, and buyers from across the food, drink, and refreshment sectors looking to discover new products and connect with suppliers.
 
This year’s event will feature:

1. 150 exhibitors showcasing vending, coffee, and refreshment innovations
2. 1,000+ visitors from across the UK and Europe
3. Product launches and live demonstrations from leading brands

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Vendex North 2025
Exhibition Hall, Doncaster Racecourse
Wednesday 12^th November 2025
10:00am – 4:00pm
Free entry for trade visitors
www.vend-ex.com

About Vendex
Vendex is the UK’s longest-running vending industry trade show, organised by Trade Events Ltd. Held twice a year — Vendex North and Vendex Midlands — the events attract suppliers, operators, and buyers from across the vending, coffee, and refreshment sectors.

Press Contact:
Matthew Derry
Director, Trade Events Ltd
matt@trade-events.co.uk
www.vend-ex.com