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19/04/2012

The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show Countdown Continues

The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show is returning to the SECC on 19-20 May and will be packed to the rafters with over 140 specialist companies, 1000s of products to compare, unbeatable expert advice, and unmissable talks! Get two free tickets to the show by clicking the following link www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/buildscotland

A team of independent experts will be presenting the show’s programme of in-depth seminars and will also be on hand to answer your personal project questions in free one-to-one consultations on the 'Ask the experts' stand.

The team includes...

Michael Holmes

One of the country's leading property experts, Michael Holmes is the Editor in Chief of Homebuilding & Renovating and Real Homes Magazines. Michael has also presented over two hundred property shows including BBC1’s Trading Up, ITV1’s Don’t Move Improve!, Channel 5’s House Price Challenge as well as being a guest presenter for GMTV, Richard and Judy and Tonight with Trevor McDonald.

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Tim Pullen
Tim is renowned and respected for his incredible knowledge and understanding of sustainable energies. Regular HB&R Show expert and regular Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine contributor, Tim will also be speaking in the show's seminars.
David Snell
David Snell, a self-build expert, presents seminars and provides expert advice to visitors on their self-build projects at the Homebuilding & Renovating Shows.
Mark Brinkley
Self-build expert Mark Brinkley will be in attendance at a Homebuilding & Renovating Show near you to answer your questions on your self-build project.
Monica Lennon
Monica is joining the expert panel to help you understand and overcome the planning process. Shortlisted for UK Young Planner of the Year by the Royal Town Institute, Monica previously chaired the Young Planners Network and has chaired and presented at conferences throughout the UK with over 10 years professional planning experience.
All Build Scotland readers can enjoy two FREE tickets worth £16 – Click here to register for your free tickets www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/buildscotland

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