Decking Day at Horticulture House: The UK’s First Dedicated Decking Industry Event

Decking Day at Horticulture House: The UK’s First Dedicated Decking Industry Event

Decking has changed.

It is no longer simply a question of timber boards, a frame, a few screws and a finish. Today’s decking projects involve material science, structure, detailing, lighting, planting, drainage, compliance, product selection and, increasingly, design confidence.

That is why we are bringing the industry together for Decking Day at Horticulture House, Didcot, Oxfordshire.

This is a focused, practical and energetic day for landscape professionals, garden designers, contractors, specifiers and serious decking installers who want to understand where decking is heading next.

What’s hot, what’s not — and what really matters

Decking Day will look beyond the usual sales talk.

We will explore new materials, product innovation, changing client expectations and the details that separate a successful deck from an expensive mistake.

Expect honest discussion around:

• New decking materials and emerging systems
• What is working well in the market
• What should be approached with caution
• Design considerations before specification
• Collaboration between decking, lighting and planting
• How to use lighting in and around a deck
• How to plant successfully around decking
• Practical detailing for better long-term performance
• The future of decking in UK garden design

The Decking Argument

One of the highlights of the day will be “The Decking Argument”.

This will not be a bland panel discussion.

It will be a lively, informed and useful conversation about the choices professionals make every week. Timber or composite? Premium or budget? Hidden fixings or face fixings? Design-led or product-led? Innovation or risk?

The aim is not to create noise. It is to create clarity.

Who should attend?

This event is for members and professionals from across the landscape industry, including:

• Professional decking installers
• APL members
• SGLD members
• BALI members
• Landscape Institute members
• Landscape contractors
• Specifiers and suppliers
• Anyone serious about better decking

Why attend?

Because decking is one of the most visible, technical and misunderstood parts of external works. Decking Day is designed to help professionals make better decisions, ask sharper questions and create stronger projects.

Event details

Event: Decking Day at Horticulture House

Location: Horticulture House, Didcot, Oxfordshire

Cost: £17 plus vat per person

Includes: Refreshments throughout the day and lunch

Main Sponsor: Deckorators Mineral board decking

Places are expected to be limited, and at £17 including refreshments and lunch, this is deliberately accessible for installers, designers and professional members across the industry.

Invitation

Join us for the UK’s first dedicated Decking Day.

A day of new materials, sharp discussion, design thinking, practical knowledge, lighting, planting, collaboration and a few strong opinions.

Because decking deserves better than guesswork.

Reserve your place and be part of the conversation by emailing us at advice@deckingnetwork.com

Written on behalf of the Decking Network.com by Karl Harrison