10 - 19 April 2026, Olympia London

FAQ's

Answers to our frequently asked questions

Ticket information

You can purchase tickets here.

Whether you’re planning a stylish weekday out or weekend full of inspiration, Ideal Home Show has multiple ticket options for you to choose from:

General Admission: Gives you access to the full show, talks, expert tips and shopping experiences. General Admission tickets start from £12 – you can purchase here.

VIP: Our brand-new VIP ticket includes a luxury goody bag worth up to £75, access to exclusive VIP Lounge, complimentary glass of prosecco, unlimited teas, coffees and water, free cloakroom service alongside everything in General Admission. You can purchase VIP tickets here.

Everyone attending Ideal Home Show must have a ticket. You can purchase tickets on our tickets page here.

All tickets are now only E-Tickets. These are sent to you in your email confirmation. You can either print your tickets at home or show them on your smart phone when you arrive at the show. If you ordered tickets at a time when there was an option to receive tickets by post, these tickets will be posted to you closer to the show date. You can head to  https://idealhome.seetickets.com/customerservice you can download your tickets or request help through the live chat function.

If you need further assistance, please contact info@idealhomeshow.co.uk

You can do this by contacting See Tickets here. If you would like to change your ticket from a weekday to weekend you will be charged the difference in ticket fee. Please note all tickets are sold as non-refundable.

Individual stall holders are entirely responsible for anything that they sell at the Ideal Home Show. We would recommend ensuring you get a receipt and the contact details of the company in case of any issues. Ideal Home Show cannot be held responsible for any problems concerning products bought at the show from third-party companies.

For lost property enquiries, please contact lostproperty@olympia.london

Visiting information

The Ideal Home Show takes place in Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX.

 

Ideal Home Show takes place from 10 April to 19 April 2026.

 

Ideal Home Show is open from:

Weekdays: 10am – 5pm

Weekends: 10am – 6pm

 

The Olympia London events spaces where Ideal Home Show takes place is designed with accessibility in mind: Ramps and lifts are available at all main entrances, including the Grand Hall, National Hall, and West Hall. Passenger lifts provide access to upper levels. Clear signage and floorplans are available to help you navigate the venue with ease.

The Ideal Home located inside the show is accessible. There are lifts available to access the VIP Lounge, which is located on the top floor of the Ideal Home, if you are a VIP ticket holder.

Cloakrooms are located near main entrances. The Grand Hall cloakroom is located downstairs, and is not step-free, however, assistance is available upon request.

You can find out more information via the Olympia London website accessibility page here.

 

Kensington (Olympia) is the dedicated combined train station next to the venue. Services are provided by London Overground, along with Southern and London Underground.

Getting to the Ideal Home Show by London underground:

District Line: There is only a District line service from Earls Court on weekends. Please check before you travel. When travelling from Monday to Friday, you should change at West Brompton for a 2 minute Overground train to Kensington (Olympia). Alternatively, West Kensington is an 8 minute walk away, and High Street Kensington is a 4 minute bus ride or 12 minute walk away.

Central Line: Change at Shepherd's Bush for a 2 minute Overground train to Kensington (Olympia).

Piccadilly Line: Baron's Court is a 9 minute walk away from Olympia Events. Hammersmith & City Line: Hammersmith Station is a 5 minute bus ride or 15 minute walk away.

Circle Line: High Street Kensington is a 4 minute bus ride or 12 minute walk away. Hammersmith Station is a 5 minute bus ride or 15 minute walk away.

The following buses all stop within a very short walking distance of the venue:

9 - runs to and from Aldwych and Hammersmith.

23 - runs to and from Westbourne Park and Hammersmith.

27 - runs to and from Chalk Farm and Turnham Green.

28 - runs to and from Kensal Rise and Wandsworth.

49 - runs to and from White City and Clapham Junction.

391 - runs to and from Fulham and Richmond.

N9, N23, N27, N28 also run a night service.

National Express: National Express offer round the clock services into the centre of London. There's over 1,000 departure points across the UK. You'll arrive at London Victoria Coach station. Then simply hop on the District Line to West Brompton, and Kensington (Olympia) is one stop away on London Overground. It's easy, affordable and more environmentally friendly than driving alone. You can buy tickets online, call 08750 80 80 80, or visit your local National Express outlet.

You can find more information regarding parking via the Olympia London website here.

Workshop information

Our Tipsy Workshops are perfect for creative beginners, interior lovers, and friends looking for a stylish day out with a twist! The ultimate Sip & Create experience will provide you with expert-led fun, creative crafts and something to take home. Complimentary bubbly included within the Tipsy Workshops.

You can find out more here. 

You can book a Tipsy Workshop here

Please use the Advanced Filter option at the top left of the page here to filter the workshops to the same date as you have already booked entry tickets for. Remember, you must be an Ideal Home Show ticket holder to access the show and the workshops.

Exhibiting information

The Ideal Home Show is evolving for 2026 — with a bold new look, refreshed floorplan, and a sharper 10-day format designed to deliver maximum impact. Running 10–19 April at Olympia London, the show brings together high-intent visitors and leading home brands for an immersive, results-driven experience.

Find out more here.

Whether you're launching something new or elevating your brand story, there are multiple sponsorship opportunities available that will help you reach your goals.

Find out more here.

You can contact one of the team via phone on 020 3225 5200 or by email. You can find the email information for the team member you wish to contact here.

You can login to your Exhibitor E-Zone here.

We have been made aware of certain individual’s purporting to be from the Ideal Home Show team, sending emails and offering stands at the show. This is a scam. Please contact us if you have any doubt over the genuine nature of someone claiming to be from our team. We do not use any 3rd party agents to sell stands at the show and official emails from our company will always include an official Media 10 Ltd or Ideal Home Show email signature. If you have any concerns about your stand booking at the show, please contact your Account Manager or email; info@idealhomeshow.co.uk
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