READER OFFER: Save £££s on tickets for the Ideal Home Show

The Ideal Home Show returns to Olympia London from April 10-19, bringing its most interactive and experience‑led edition yet to the capital.

And Inside Croydon’s paying subscribers can attend with special discount tickets, saving almost one-third of the entry fee!

Now in its 118th year, the Ideal Home Show  brings together celebrity experts, live demos and hands‑on features across homes, interiors, food, gardening, tech and lifestyle, all under one roof.

This year’s line‑up includes George Clarke, Scarlette & Stuart Douglas, Jason Bradbury, David Domoney, Matt Tebbutt, Poppy O’Toole, Megan McKenna, Rav Wilding, Cristy Sharp and Dean Edwards, alongside a wider roster of designers, gardeners and home experts.

New and refreshed features for 2026 include The Kitchen Hub, The Smart Home, DIY Live, The Edible Garden, The Bark Yard, and the BBQ Academy & Alfresco Dining Garden, offering practical, achievable inspiration for modern living. 

Experience the UK’s biggest home event, inspiring visitors since 1908.

Discover the latest trends in home, garden, and lifestyle, with expert advice and innovative ideas to transform your space.

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