The Festival of Upholstery 2026 will take place on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 October 2026 at the National Conference Centre and Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham, B92 0EJ.The Festival of Upholstery is a chance for the upholstery trade to come together properly: to learn, share ideas, meet suppliers, watch skilled makers at work and spend time with people who understand what we do. Across the two days there will be talks, demonstrations, exhibitors, courses and plenty of opportunities for conversation — whether you are an experienced upholsterer, just starting out, teaching, supplying the trade, or simply interested in the craft.Festival tickets and social event tickets can be booked here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/festivalofupholstery/2072630
The Upholders are one of the ancient Livery Companies of the City of London.
The Company was formed on 1 March 1360 and incorporated by a Royal Charter granted by King Charles I in the year 1626.
The term “Upholder” is an ancient word for “upholsterer”. In past times Upholders carried out not just the manufacture and sale of upholstered goods but were cabinet makers, undertakers, soft furnishers, auctioneers and valuers.
For further information about how to join the Upholders, please complete the form below:
The Worshipful Company of Upholders of the City of London 