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APF Declared A ‘Huge Success’

As visitor numbers revealed

STIHL’s stand

Three days of beautiful weather drew record crowds to APF 2026 recently at the Ragley Estate, Warwichshire.

Over 20,000 visitors enjoyed the vast array of events and competitions and the 310 exhibitors reported strong sales. TurfPro attended and from conversations with manufacturer standholders familiar to our readers, can confirm that a busy and successful three days were enjoyed.

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Exhibition secretary, Ian Millward commented, “The show was a fitting celebration of our 50th anniversary. The smiling visitors and happy exhibitors make all the hard work the APF Team has put in worthwhile. The show has been a fantastic showcase for the Forest & Arb industries and the 700 school children who came along on guided tours now know a lot more about woodlands and trees than they did before.

On the T H White stand

“We would like to thank all our sponsors and exhibitors for their support and look forward to welcoming them back at APF 2028.”

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Buxtons’ busy stand

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