On 30 June and 1 July, 1,000 visitors attended the Frank Howard Tool Show at Chelmsford City Racecourse.

With over 40 big name brands in attendance, including Bosch, Makita and Festool, tradespeople and DIY’ers alike had the chance to check out the latest products on the market, as well as pick up some exclusive deals.

The two-day event showcased the best new tools and techniques from leading manufacturers, while providing visitors with the chance to ask the experts for advice and tips. In addition, there were a range of demonstrations where attendees could get to grips with all the latest merchandise.

Some lucky visitors to the Tool Show also won amazing prizes including a PS4, an iPad mini, a 40-inch TV and an Apple watch in a free prize draw.

Frank Howard, Founder of Frank Howard Tools and Fixings, said: “It was great to see visitors getting involved with demonstrations and immersing themselves in discussions with both our team and other specialists over the two-day event. We’re already looking forward to our next event.”