The Church Resources Exhibition (CRE) is the UK’s biggest gathering for anyone who wants to see their church thrive. For over 40 years it has helped churches find the people, products and ideas they need to grow in mission and ministry.

You may know it by its old name, the Christian Resources Exhibition. In January 2026 the event became the Church Resources Exhibition. The new name reflects what it has always been about: equipping churches of every denomination for the challenges of today. Its Christian foundation is the same as ever.

CRE 2026 takes place on 14 and 15 October at Sandown Park in Esher, Surrey. More than 150 exhibitors will be there, covering everything from worship and music to digital AV, church buildings, finance, training and outreach. It’s a chance to talk face to face with suppliers, charities and ministries, and to come away with practical answers for your own church.

Alongside the exhibition there’s a full programme. The Church Leaders Conference looks at the everyday realities of leading a church, with sessions on mission, discipleship and growth. The Building Resources Conference is for anyone looking after a church building, with a focus on care, sustainability and preservation. Workshops run throughout both days, and the Music Stage brings live worship and AV demonstrations. J. John is this year’s keynote speaker.

CRE was founded by Christian businessman Gospatric Home. Today the Church Resources Exhibition is owned by Quartz Business Media, a privately owned exhibitions business based in Redhill, Surrey. The team also runs Leadership Connect, a year-round series of webinars, so church leaders have support between shows.

Tickets for CRE 2026 are available now at creonline.co.uk.