Introduction
Hillhead is the UK’s largest quarrying, construction, and recyling equipment exhibition. Taking place every two years in a working Derbyshire quarry, the show brings together 600 exhibitors and nearly 20,000 visitors across three days.
Visitor numbers are independently audited by ABC, making Hillhead the only UK event with verified attendance at this scale.
Hillhead 2026 on schedule to be largest edition yet
With all major OEMs already confirmed and strong demand for both indoor and outdoor space, Hillhead 2026 is on course to be the largest edition in the show’s 44-year history. Backed by leading manufacturers and specialist suppliers, the event will once again demonstrate why it's recognised as the UK’s biggest construction equipment exhibition.
Visit
Three days of live demonstrations, over 600 exhibitors and thousands of products for the quarrying, construction and recycling industries.
Exhibit
Put your products and services in front of nearly 20,000 industry visitors from across the quarrying, construction and recycling sectors
Live demonstrations
The working demonstration areas are what make Hillhead unique. Having the opportunity to see plant and equipment doing a real ‘job of work’ in a live quarry environment is invaluable for both exhibitors and visitors alike.
Exhibitor list
The 2024 show saw nearly 600 of the world’s leading equipment manufacturers, suppliers and service providers taking part.
Showcasing the next wave of startup businesses at Hillhead…
We’re excited to launch the STARTUP ZONE at Hillhead 2026 – a brand-new feature area dedicated to up-and-coming companies in the quarrying, construction, and recycling industries.
This dynamic space will showcase fresh ideas, breakthrough technologies, and innovative solutions, giving startups a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, investors, and potential customers at the UK’s leading quarrying and construction equipment show.
If you’re a startup ready to make your mark, the Hillhead STARTUP ZONE is your launchpad.
Hillhead 2024: An unparalleled Success
Attracting more than 19,500 trade visitors and featuring an impressive 599 exhibitors across three show days, Hillhead 2024 – the biggest working quarrying exhibition on the planet – once again raised the ante, showcasing a plethora of new products, cutting-edge technologies, and innovative trends that promise to shape the future of the industry.
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Visitors in 2024, independently audited by ABC
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Live demos in a working quarry environment
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Exhibitors showcasing quarrying, construction, and recycling equipment
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Years as the UK’s leading industry event
Sustainability
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