Design Central, the North West’s leading interior design trade show, returns to Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire for its 10th anniversary.
Taking place on 22nd and 23rd September 2026, the highly regarded event is well-established as the most significant design trade show outside London, and this year promises to be the most ambitious one yet.
A trade-only event, Design Central brings together leading interior designers, architects, makers, suppliers and creative businesses in a consciously curated setting. It is designed to do what shows in the capital often cannot: provide a focused, high-quality professional environment in which meaningful connections are made, new collections are discovered, and conversations that shape design practice happen in real time.
The 10th anniversary programme will include a curated exhibitor floor showcasing the latest collections from a hand-picked selection of luxury interior brands and suppliers, alongside a programme of industry talks, masterclasses and panel sessions designed to offer practical insight that visitors can take directly back to their studios and projects.
A trade-only event, Design Central brings together leading interior designers, architects, makers, suppliers and creative businesses in a consciously curated setting. It is designed to do what shows in the capital often cannot: provide a focused, high-quality professional environment in which meaningful connections are made, new collections are discovered, and conversations that shape design practice happen in real time.
The 10th anniversary programme will include a curated exhibitor floor showcasing the latest collections from a hand-picked selection of luxury interior brands and suppliers, alongside a programme of industry talks, masterclasses and panel sessions designed to offer practical insight that visitors can take directly back to their studios and projects.
Cath McCubbin of Design Central
"Ten years in, we are more ambitious than ever about what Design Central can offer the profession. This year is our opportunity to showcase exactly what a design event can be when it is built around quality, not just scale."
— Cath McCubbin, Founder and Event Director, Design Central
Capesthorne Hall, a Grade I listed country house set in the Cheshire countryside, provides the backdrop for the iconic show. It is an accessible venue 15 miles south of Manchester, within easy reach of the national rail network. Direct services to Macclesfield from London Euston take just over two hours, and free parking is available on site.
Design Central is free to attend for verified trade visitors. Pre-registered guests will receive a Visitor’s Pack and full access to the exhibitor floor and talks programme across both days. Tickets are limited to maintain the quality of the experience, and early registration is strongly recommended. Trade visitor registration is open now at designcentraluk.com.
Event Details
Event: Design Central North West: 10th Anniversary 2026
Dates: Tuesday 22nd September 2026, 9.30am – 5.00pm, Wednesday 23rd September 2026, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Venue: Capesthorne Hall, Congleton Road, Siddington, Cheshire, SK11 9JY Admission: Free to verified trade visitors. Pre-registration required. Tickets limited. Register: www.designcentraluk.com
Parking: Free on site. Nearest rail: Macclesfield (5 miles) or Wilmslow (5 miles). Direct services to London Euston approx. 2 hours.
Media Contact
Danielle Windecker-Hilton
Sycamore Communications
07704 763269
danielle@sycamorecommunications.co.uk
www.sycamorecommunications.co.uk
ENDS
— Cath McCubbin, Founder and Event Director, Design Central
Capesthorne Hall, a Grade I listed country house set in the Cheshire countryside, provides the backdrop for the iconic show. It is an accessible venue 15 miles south of Manchester, within easy reach of the national rail network. Direct services to Macclesfield from London Euston take just over two hours, and free parking is available on site.
Design Central is free to attend for verified trade visitors. Pre-registered guests will receive a Visitor’s Pack and full access to the exhibitor floor and talks programme across both days. Tickets are limited to maintain the quality of the experience, and early registration is strongly recommended. Trade visitor registration is open now at designcentraluk.com.
Event Details
Event: Design Central North West: 10th Anniversary 2026
Dates: Tuesday 22nd September 2026, 9.30am – 5.00pm, Wednesday 23rd September 2026, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Venue: Capesthorne Hall, Congleton Road, Siddington, Cheshire, SK11 9JY Admission: Free to verified trade visitors. Pre-registration required. Tickets limited. Register: www.designcentraluk.com
Parking: Free on site. Nearest rail: Macclesfield (5 miles) or Wilmslow (5 miles). Direct services to London Euston approx. 2 hours.
Media Contact
Danielle Windecker-Hilton
Sycamore Communications
07704 763269
danielle@sycamorecommunications.co.uk
www.sycamorecommunications.co.uk
ENDS