X-Brella is at the NEC Autumn Fair 2026 – Discover Our Wholesale Umbrella Range for 26/27
The countdown to Autumn Fair 2026 is on, and X-Brella is delighted to exhibit at the NEC Birmingham this September.
From 6–9 September 2026, Autumn Fair brings the retail industry together for four days of buying, sourcing, new products and ideas ahead of the crucial autumn, Christmas and year-end trading period.
If you’re visiting the show, you’ll find X-Brella UK on Stand 8D73.
We’ll be showcasing our umbrella ranges and meeting with retailers and trade buyers as we look ahead to the new season.
Why visit Autumn Fair?
Autumn Fair is one of the UK’s major wholesale home, gift and fashion trade events.
More than 13,000 buyers and 800 exhibitors are expected at the NEC across the four days, bringing together independent retailers, online businesses, department stores, garden centres, distributors, wholesalers and other trade buyers.
For buyers, it’s an opportunity to meet existing suppliers face-to-face, discover new ones and find products to refresh their ranges ahead of the busiest trading months of the year.
For us, it’s an opportunity to put the X-Brella range in front of buyers and, importantly, to talk to retailers about what their customers are actually looking for.
Discover the X-Brella range
An umbrella may have a simple job to do, but there’s a huge difference between the products customers want for different situations. At X-Brella, our range covers umbrellas for men, women and children, as well as specialist styles for different uses and occasions.
Golf umbrellas
Large and practical, golf umbrellas provide generous coverage and aren’t limited to the golf course. They’re suitable for golfers, sports spectators, businesses and anyone looking for a larger umbrella for wet weather. For trade customers, golf umbrellas also provide opportunities for personalised Golf Umbrellas and larger bulk orders.
Quick tip
If you’re buying an umbrella primarily for commuting, prioritise compact folded size and wind resistance over maximum canopy width.
Men’s and women’s umbrellas
From compact everyday umbrellas to more traditional styles, our men’s and women’s collections provide a variety of colours, sizes and designs. These are the core products that can form the foundation of an everyday retail umbrella range.
Children’s umbrellas
Umbrellas that delight children. Our children’s ranges include colourful designs, prints and dome styles to make rainy days a little more fun. They’re particularly suited to retailers looking for practical products with strong visual appeal.
The best umbrella isn’t necessarily the most expensive. It’s the one that suits how and where you’ll use it.
Clear and dome umbrellas
Clear, transparent dome and birdcage umbrellas are among the most recognisable umbrella styles. The category covers designs for adults and children as well as umbrellas suitable for weddings and other special occasions.
Wedding umbrellas
British weather doesn’t always cooperate with the best-laid wedding plans. Our wedding umbrella range offers options for couples, venues, wedding planners, and retailers seeking attractive umbrellas for the occasion. We offer umbrellas in plastic and cloth, and personalised branding is available when purchased in bulk.
Compact, folding and windproof umbrellas
For everyday use, convenience matters. Compact and folding umbrellas are easy to carry and store, while more robust, wind-resistant designs appeal to customers seeking additional durability as we move into the autumn and winter months.
Looking for wholesale or bulk umbrellas?
Whether you run an independent shop, online store, visitor attraction, department, gift shop or another retail business, we’d be happy to discuss your requirements. Talk to us at this year’s Autumn Fair.
If you’re looking for wholesale umbrellas, need to place a bulk order, or are considering introducing a new umbrella range, come and talk to the X-Brella team. We can discuss the available products and help you identify a mix suited to your customers.
A bigger Autumn Fair for 2026
There’s an additional reason to visit the NEC this year.
For the first time, Autumn Fair and garden retail show Glee will run alongside one another on 8 and 9 September. Together, the organisers expect the events to bring 20,000+ buyers and more than 1,200 suppliers to the NEC.
It makes September an especially significant buying period for retailers preparing their ranges for the final months of 2026.
Plan your visit to X-Brella
Autumn Fair 2026
NEC Birmingham
6–9 September 2026
X-Brella UK — Stand 8D73
The show runs:
Sunday 6 September: 9am–6pm
Monday 7 September: 9am–6pm
Tuesday 8 September: 9am–6pm
Wednesday 9 September: 9am–4pm
If you’re attending, we’d love you to come and meet us, see the X-Brella range and talk to us about your umbrella requirements for autumn, winter and beyond.
Come and see X-Brella at Autumn Fair 2026 — Stand 8D73.
FAQ
Look for reinforced ribs and a vented or flexible canopy.
A compact folding umbrella is generally easiest to carry daily.
It depends on how often you’ll use it, but spending a little more can be worthwhile for stronger frames, better wind resistance and a longer lifespan.