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January
Events
We love showcasing our work and meeting anyone planning a timber-framed project. Meeting us at any of our events is a great way to discuss your plans, get expert advice, and find inspiration for your project, whether it’s an oak-framed house, glulam extension, Douglas fir cabin, larch annex, or other structural timber outbuildings, while speaking directly with homeowners and the team behind each build.
Here’s where you’ll find us in the coming months. To book an appointment, email hello@carpenteroak.com. Keep checking this page for upcoming events, new listings, and free ticket links!
National Self Build & Renovation - Winter Show
When: Friday 30th - Sunday 1st February 2026
Where: National Self Build & Renovation Centre (NSBRC), Swindon, SN5 8UB
The first show of 2026 at the NSBRC will be at the end of January/beginning of February. There will be a huge range of exhibitors and experts to talk to, and you can tour the Centre as well for unrivalled advice and information on self building.
You can also book a one-to-one consultation with Dan Wilson, our Design and Project Consultant, to meet him at the show. Dan can help guide you if you're thinking about or planning a structural timber frame for your home, extension, outbuilding or other space. He can also talk to you about our Architectural Services team who can take you from initial ideas through to planning permission. Please get in touch with us to book a time to meet with Dan.
Dan will also be talking at the Sustainability Theatre about self-building homes and extensions with bespoke oak frames on Sunday 1st February at 10:30am so please join him then. He'll cover topics such as traditional jointing methods and modern steel connections, and he'll talk through the design & style choices, and building & installation details of inspiring real life case studies.
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March
Homebuilding & Renovating Show - NEC
When: Thursday 19th - Sunday 22nd March 2026
Where: NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
Stand: F163
We hope to meet you at the biggest self-build show in the UK! There are hundreds of exhibitors covering all aspects of building and renovating, and you can of course talk to us and get expert advice about your timber framed project – visit us at Stand F163.
We'll also be presenting a masterclass on one of the days - please check back here in the spring for details!
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April
Open House event - visit an oak frame home in Oxfordshire
When: Saturday 11th April 2026
Where: Oxfordshire
We're holding an open house event at this 3-bedroom home, shortlisted for Best Oak Framed Home in the Build It Awards 2025.
Visiting a finished oak-framed home is one of the most valuable steps a self-builder can take — and our open house event at the Oak-Framed H-Shaped House in Oxfordshire offers a rare opportunity to do just that.
Seeing a completed home in person brings drawings to life and offers practical insight you simply can’t get online. Attending the open house allows visitors to understand how oak framing works in reality, how spaces feel, and how design decisions perform day-to-day.
You’ll have a chance to:
- Experience the warmth, scale and character of a finished oak-framed home
- See how traditional oak joinery integrates with modern glazing and energy efficiency
- Understand the benefits of a future-proofed design
- View craftsmanship and detailing up close, from structure to finishes
- Meet the owners of this home to hear about their experience building a home with a structural timber frame
- Ask informed questions about design, build process and performance
- Discuss your own ideas and plans with Carpenter Oak’s expert team
For anyone planning a new home or oak frame extension, visiting a real, lived-in project offers clarity, confidence and inspiration – helping you take the next step in your own self-build journey.
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May
Homebuilding & Renovating Show - Glasgow
When: Saturday 9th - Sunday 10th May 2026
Where: SEC, Exhibition Way, Glasgow, G3 8YW
Stand: B117
We'll be at Scotland's first Homebuilding & Renovating show of 2026, ready to meet you. Carpenter Oak has a dedicated yard in Scotland and has been building bespoke frames across Scotland for over 25 years. Our Design & Project Consultant, Fergus Stuart, will be at the Glasgow show ready to help you with expert advice about your timber framed project – visit him at Stand B117.
Check back here in spring 2026 for a free ticket link.
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May
Build it Live West
When: Saturday 30th - 31st May 2026
Where: Three Counties Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW
Stand: B65
Build It Live are hosting their first show in the West Midlands - a great location to get to if you live in central England. We'll be there at Stand B65, ready to discuss your timber framed project with you, answer your questions and give you some inspiration with real life projects and case studies.
Check back here in spring 2026 for a free ticket link.
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September
Build It Live South West
When: Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th September 2026
Where: Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter EX5 1DJ
The biggest show for self-builders in the South West region is the Build It Live South West show at Exeter's Westpoint Arena, and it's not to be missed! Come and meet the Carpenter Oak team who will be there to discuss your plans with you. Whether you're thinking about building an extension, outbuilding or your dream oak frame home, we'd love to talk to you about what you can achieve with a structural timber frame.
Check back here in summer 2026 for a free ticket link.
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October
Homebuilding & Renovating Show - Edinburgh
When: Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th October 2026
Where: Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB
Stand: 353
Scotland's other Homebuilding & Renovating show of 2026 is in October at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh. If you can't make it to Glasgow in May, we'd love to meet you in Edinburgh. Carpenter Oak has a dedicated yard in Scotland and has been building bespoke frames across Scotland for over 25 years. Come and talk to our Design & Project Consultant, Fergus Stuart, who will be ready to help you with expert advice about your timber framed project – visit him at Stand 353.
Check back here in summer 2026 for a free ticket link.