Official launch of the British Leisure Show

On Wednesday 15th July, I was very proud to see hundreds of guests attend the Official Launch of the first ever British Leisure Show. It marked a very significant moment for me, my team, and all the participating companies and organisations.

The night before, every member of my team was feeling a huge sense of anticipation. After battling to erect the last few 20ft promo flags, we sat down around a barbecue and enjoyed a few beers, with the best spare ribs I’ve tasted in years. Thank you Mr. Holliman for such hospitality under the awning of your beautiful motorhome!

At 5.30am, having been awake for a couple of hours, I prepared to greet Maggie Philbin and the BBC Radio Berkshire team. Maggie broadcast LIVE from the venue that morning, and the next few hours flew by as I helped to demonstrate the fundamental differences between camping in tents and sleeping in luxurious motorhomes. I think the high point of the day for me was at 7.30 am when I found myself sitting next to Maggie on a leopard skin duvet cover in a Bell Tent; not at all what I had been expecting, but a memory that I’ll treasure. I un-zipped the entrance, and followed Maggie out feeling like a new man.

I’ve certainly had my share of high points in life, including marrying Sarah and seeing the birth of my two beautiful sons, George and Harry. But I can honestly say that I felt a similar sense of pride when I addressed the assembled guests at the Official Launch of the British Leisure Show, as I knew just how significant the moment was.

I shared my feelings about some of the key driving factors behind the concept of the new British Leisure Show. I explained that we are delivering a new type of event, a Show specifically tailored to the demands and needs of both our visitors and exhibitors.

I regard the Show as something of a solution. I can see how it will provide a great value family experience for anyone looking for fresh ideas about enjoying leisure time in Britain, and I can see it providing a real business solution for many companies that are looking to discover cost-effective ways to meet new customers.

In a very short space of time, my team has tripled in size, and I now manage one of the few businesses in the country which is expanding and creating new job opportunities. The whole team is highly motivated, and with the support of our proud sponsors, partners and exhibitors, we will be creating a hugely positive force for the future.

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