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Are you passionate about woodworking or joinery? Aspiring to take your skills to the next level? Here’s your chance to be front and centre at the UK’s leading trade event for woodworking professionals!

As part of Professional Woodworking Expo at the NEC Birmingham (17–19 May 2026), official brand ambassador Robin Clevett - renowned carpenter, joiner, and YouTube creator - will host an exclusive live masterclass in the event’s Demo Zone. 

Robin’s hands-on session will include live construction of a roof, expert demonstrations of special joinery joints and insights into some of the most popular content from his channel followed by thousands from across the industry.

Special Opportunity for Apprentices & Students

We’re inviting five Level 2 (minimum) site carpentry or joinery apprentices and students from colleges within commuting distance of the NEC to participate alongside Robin on the Demo Zone stage. Selected participants will receive practical training, top tips from Robin, and the unique opportunity to work on a finished product at the show. To ensure the team is ready for action, students will be kitted out in the right workwear for comfort and safety.

How to Get Involved

Are you a college instructor, apprentice, student, or industry supporter? Do you know a rising star who deserves this opportunity?

We want to hear from you! 

●    Colleges: Put forward your best students for consideration
●    Students: Apply yourself or encourage your classmates to get involved
●    Industry contacts: Nominate apprentices you’d recommend

To apply:

●    You must be studying site carpentry or joinery at Level 2 or above (by the time the show takes place next May)
●    You should be able to commute to the NEC Birmingham
●    Submit a brief statement about your skills and why you want to participate
●    Tell us about your favourite joinery joint or woodworking project!

What’s in it for you?
●    Learn from Robin Clevett in person
●    Gain real-world exposure at the UK’s top woodworking event
●    Join a team of peers and industry professionals
●    Be fully kitted out for the live demo, courtesy of our boot sponsor

Whether you’re putting yourself forward, nominating a student or apprentice, or recommending a future woodworking star - don’t miss out on this incredible masterclass experience.

Submit your entry by February 28th 2026. and get ready for a career-defining opportunity at Professional Woodworking Expo!

Help us inspire the next generation of woodworkers and joiners - apply today for your chance to learn, build, and be part of the action!

Professional Woodworking Expo event director, David Todd said: “Our commitment goes beyond showcasing products - we are passionate about spotlighting the hands-on skills, emerging talent, and craft that make this sector so special. By bringing leading professionals like Robin Clevett together with the next generation of furniture makers, carpenters, and joiners, we’re demonstrating that woodworking and joinery continue to offer fantastic, future-proof careers. Professional Woodworking Expo is all about inspiring young people, nurturing ability, and showing the world that this is an industry where talent can thrive.”