2024 – the year that SPATEX went BIG!

2024 – the year that SPATEX went BIG!

MORE exhibitors, MORE innovations, MORE new products, MORE industry support, all added up to MANY MORE visitors to SPATEX 2024 (1,707 unique). Celebrating its tenth anniversary at Coventry Building Society Arena, it is fitting that this milestone year drew a record number of visitors, with attendance figures almost 20 per cent up on the previous year. The 28th edition of SPATEX was declared a resounding success. Read more

Hot Tub Owners across the country share #HotTubHappiness on National Hot Tub Day – 28 March

Hot Tub Owners across the country share #HotTubHappiness on National Hot Tub Day – 28 March

The 28th of March marks a day of celebration for hot tub owners nationwide as they come together to revel in the joy and relaxation that hot tubs bring to their lives. ‘National Hot Tub Day’ provides an annual occasion to highlight the growing community of hot tub enthusiasts who cherish the tranquillity, health benefits, and social enjoyment their hot tubs offer. Read more

BISHTA Honours International Women’s Day 2024 Recognising Innovation and Diversity in the Wet Leisure Industry

As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, the British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association (BISHTA) takes pride in acknowledging the outstanding contributions of women within the wet leisure industry. Today, BISHTA highlights the remarkable achievements of Hot Tub Suppliers, winner of the prestigious 2024 BISHTA Peter Newbery Award for UK Innovation. Read more

How BISHTA collaborate with carefully selected Partners to enhance member benefits

How BISHTA collaborate with carefully selected Partners to enhance member benefits

One of the many advantages of belonging to a trade association is the opportunity to tap into the benefits that partnership services can offer members. These partnerships can enhance the overall value proposition of being part of a trade association and provide members with discounts and resources due to the strength in numbers that can be brought to the negotiations. Read more

BRITISH POOL & HOT TUB AWARDS – 2024 WINNERS REVEALED!

BRITISH POOL & HOT TUB AWARDS – 2024 WINNERS REVEALED!

Showcasing the best in the business, the annual British Pool & Hot Tub Awards, organised by SPATA and BISHTA, highlights companies committed to setting themselves apart as leading professionals in their field, contributing to elevating industry standards through their unwavering dedication.

Uniting the UK’s most proficient wet leisure companies for a collective celebration. Read more

Guidance for companies on the fair treatment of vulnerable customers

 

Philip LeShirley from Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards guides us through this challenging subject.

Most of us have preconceptions of vulnerable consumers being the elderly, or people with disabilities – at higher risk of being misled or ripped off.  The actual definition is much broader, so how can businesses in the Wet Leisure Industry support this group?   Read more

The BSPF President, Pete Grinnall, commemorates his time in office  with a celebratory event in Worcester

The BSPF President, Pete Grinnall, commemorates his time in office with a celebratory event in Worcester

The BSPF President’s Event was held in the historic city of Worcester from 1st and 2nd November 2023, hosted by Pete Grinnall (BSPF President – 2022/2023) and his partner Hayley.

This social event is held biennially and is open to the whole pool and hot tub industry. It is an opportunity for the BSPF President to provide a combined networking opportunity for business and pleasure, as well as celebrate his two years in office and bring the industry closer together. The event was hosted at The Bank House Hotel, Spa & Golf Club in Bransford, Worcester. Read more