• Stands may not exceed 4m in height. 

• All stand structures, signs and exhibits etc. must be contained within the area allotted and may not project into or over the gangway.  

• You may not suspend anything from the roof of the hall, nor may any fixing be made to the structure of the building. Nothing may be drilled, attached or bolted to the hall floor. 

• Carpet tape - Please note that exhibitors and contractors using tape on the floors must use the venue’s approved exhibition tape and ensure that it is lifted before they leave the hall at the end of the show. Any exhibitors using their own carpeting should note that a charge will be levied for any damage to, or tape left on, the floor of the hall.  

• The use of trailing/block type 4-way fused sockets shall be restricted to the following: One 4-way unit per fixed socket outlet, subject to a maximum loading of 500 watts total and its plug shall be fused accordingly 

• Cables are not permitted under carpet or other floor covering. Cables must not be present in public areas or walkways 

• No LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas). 

• Hot works are not permitted during the open period of an event, unless part of a product demonstration 

• The use of radiators or heaters with exposed elements is not permitted 

• The rigging of banners above stands is not permitted.  

• Balloons/confetti/gas canisters are not permitted without written authority from the organisers 

• Offensive material, drugs and weapons are not permitted.  

• Machining of MDF and chipboard is not permitted on site 

• The venue makes every effort to make visiting easy for disabled persons. On your stand, full consideration must be given to disabled visitors. 

 

Electrical Services, Electrical Regulations and Power Consumption  
 

Please note the general regulations for electrical work below:  

• All electrical equipment must be PAT tested prior to arrival.  

• No more than TWO appliances may be fixed to any ONE switch socket.  If more electrical sockets are required, this must be ordered through the registration booking site.  

• The standard supply of electrical current available at the venue is single-phase voltage 240 volts AC.  

• All lighting is designed and installed to avoid nuisance and discomfort to neighbouring suppliers and visitors.  

• Flashing signs are NOT permitted.  

• Whilst flashlights or flashing signs are not permitted, sequence displays may be used subject to the approval of the organisers. 

• Power supply to stands will stay on throughout the course of the show and will be shut off at 16:00 on the last day of the show. 

 

Power Consumption  
We find that many suppliers are not aware of the power requirements of equipment that they will be using. The quick guide below is designed to assist you in planning your power requirements and if followed, will reduce the likelihood of problems at the venue.  

• Each stand will be fitted with at least one x 500-watt socket, which will support items such as a computer, a small domestic fridge, a mobile phone charger, a table lamp, TV and video.  

• Other items (such as domestic coffee machines or kettles) cannot be used on the already provided power unless special arrangements for additional power are made with the organisers. Please refer to the Stand Extras section via the registration booking site. 

• If you have any questions regarding power consumption, please contact XSEM Ltd in advance. 

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Wall Panels 

• Wall panels are dove grey 

• Only self-adhesive Hook Velcro should be used for fixings to the walls (please bring your own as no stock will be available on site) 

• If you're interested in ordering graphic panels for your stand, please let the Events Team know during registration, or via email (golocal@xsem.co.uk). You will then be provided a quote once the floorplan has been announced. 

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Lighting  

The organisers will not provide any other additional lighting apart from the normal lighting in the area and the lighting provided as part of the exhibition stand entitlement.  

 

Good levels of house lighting exist. If additional spotlights or exhibition stand lighting is required, then this must be supplier by yourselves. 

 

Competitions/Draws  

Competitions and draws are permitted at the Go Local Trade Show; however it is your responsibility to ensure that you comply with all relevant statutory provisions. Please note that the Events Team needs to be informed if you plan to run a competition during the Trade Show. 

 

Noise  
The use of videos or music is permitted however, the volume must not be such as to cause any annoyance to other suppliers and kept to a reasonable level. The organisers reserve the right to lower the sound or prohibit use. It is a condition of your taking a stand that:  

You must advise the organisers if you intend to play music via email golocal@xsem.co.uk by 22nd January 2027. 

 

You do not play music on your stand unless you have made an application and paid forthwith upon request for a licence.  

 

We are fully indemnified by you against any claim made against us for any non-payment, omission or infringement connected with the licensing requirements for playing recorded music on your stand.