At the beginning of February, the Coventry Building Society Arena hosted SPATEX 2025, the UK's only dedicated water leisure exhibition. With visitors from 24 countries, this 29^th edition reaffirmed its status as the first major international event of the year for the swimming pool, spa, sauna, and wellness industry.

The UK trade show at the heart of industry trends and global networking

With over 100 exhibitors from around the world, SPATEX provided a showcase for the latest innovations and industry trends. Visitors also benefited from a comprehensive dual seminar programme, offering expert insights into technical and regulatory topics.

A resounding success praised by exhibitors and visitors

Event organiser Michele Bridle expressed her satisfaction: "A big thank you to all our wonderful exhibitors and visitors for making this 29^th show such a resounding success. It is a great prelude to our milestone 30^th anniversary edition, February 3rd to 5^th, 2026, which marks three decades of SPATEX proudly serving and showcasing the water leisure industry."

Participants shared their enthusiasm:

• Expandvs Design (visitor): "Had an amazing time at SPATEX! As part of the Fira Barcelona UK Delegation, it was fantastic reconnecting with so many familiar faces, especially those who'll be joining us at Piscina Barcelona in November 2025. The UK market is buzzing with innovation, and I had some insightful conversations with companies exploring expansion into Spain and beyond."
• Astralpool UK (exhibitor): "A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the AstralPool UK and Zodiac stands. It was fantastic to connect with so many industry professionals, share our latest innovations, and discuss how we can support your pool and spa projects."
• Certikin (exhibitor): "We had an incredible three days at the show, reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new customers."

Certikin stand

• Fairlocks (exhibitor): "Now the hard work starts, following up all the leads and enquiries we generated."

Fairlocks stand

• Niveko (exhibitor): "A huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by our stand. We truly appreciate every conversation, handshake, and new connection made. Special thanks to the organisers for an incredible event! We leave inspired, energised, and looking forward to what's next."
• FT Leisure Sales (visitor): "Spent the day visiting SPATEX. Great to catch up with suppliers, customers and competitors alike. Always good to see what's new to the market and share experiences."

Niveko stand

Looking ahead to SPATEX 2026

Once again, SPATEX has demonstrated its essential role for the water leisure industry, facilitating connections, knowledge exchange, and new business opportunities.

The team is already gearing up for the 30^th anniversary edition, scheduled for February 3^rd to 5^th, 2026--an event set to be bigger and more ambitious than ever!

SPATEX invites you to celebrate its 30^th anniversary from 3 to 5 February 2026

A special edition to explore

Visitors and exhibitors also had the opportunity to discover EuroSpaPoolNews Special UK 2025, our edition dedicated to the UK market, distributed at the show. If you haven't had the chance to read it yet, check out the digital version.

SCP UK stand

ITS Europe stand

Poolstar stand

Alukov stand

HTH stand

Ocea stand

Lovibond stand

Oase stand

Lamotte stand