Scunthorpe Trades Invited to National Plastics’ Butty & Brew Trade Tour: What to Expect at the Free Event

Starting the day with a freezing cold van and a long list of jobs isn't always the most glamorous part of being in the trades. Before the first nail is hammered or the first pipe is fitted, there’s often the hunt for a decent cuppa and a proper breakfast to get the engine running. Well, for tradespeople in Scunthorpe, and a few other spots, the morning rush is about to get a whole lot better. National Plastics is rolling out its "Butty & Brew Trade Tour," offering a completely free breakfast and a hot drink to kick-start the day for local grafters.

Sitting right on the edge of North Lincolnshire, just a short drive from the East Riding of Yorkshire and South Yorkshire, Scunthorpe is well placed for tradespeople working across county lines. It’s the kind of location where jobs regularly take you from one patch to another, making it a natural hub for a travelling workforce.

So what's this Butty & Brew tour all about?

It’s pretty much what it says on the tin. National Plastics is inviting local tradespeople to pop into their branches for a chat, a bit of advice, and, most importantly, a free butty and a brew. Think of it as a coffee morning, but with more sawdust and fewer scones. The first stop is for the Scunthorpe trades, with the event running at the Parkway Business Park branch on Thursday 23rd April and Thursday 30th April, from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. It's a great chance to grab a bite before heading off to a job.

This isn't just a one-off; the tour will also be making its way to Ilkeston and then over to Chester. It's a nationwide effort to connect with the people who actually use their products day in, day out.

It's more than just a free breakfast

While the promise of a bacon butty and a hot drink is a massive draw, there's more to it than just filling a hole. These events are designed to be genuinely useful for tradespeople. Here’s a little breakdown of what’s on offer:

• Expert Advice on Tap: Attendees can have a proper chat with the in-store team. These are the people who know the stock inside and out. Even better, there will be supplier reps on hand. A supplier rep is the person from the company that manufactures the products, so if you have a really fiddly question about a specific type of cladding or a new adhesive, you can ask the person who knows it best.

• Help with Your Projects: Got a tricky project coming up? You can get some practical advice on the best materials or techniques to use. It’s like having a quick, informal consultation without any pressure to buy.

• Check Out New Gear: It’s a chance to see and handle some of the latest products on the market. Far better than just looking at a picture in a catalogue.

• A Chance to Win: Everyone who attends can take part in a prize draw. There's no word on what the prizes are, but a new set of tools or some free materials would certainly sweeten the deal of an already-free breakfast.

Where to find the tour

The tour is designed to be easy for local trades to drop into. The early start time means people can swing by on their way to a job without messing up their schedule. It’s all about convenience.

Here are the details for the Scunthorpe stop:

• Location: National Plastics, Parkway Business Park, Scunthorpe

• Dates: Thursday, 23rd April & Thursday, 30th April

• Time: 7:30 am – 10:30 am

After the Scunthorpe dates, the Butty & Brew Trade Tour will move on to other locations, including Ilkeston and Chester, bringing the same great offer to even more tradespeople. This event by National Plastics is a fantastic way for the Scunthorpe trades to connect with suppliers and each other. It’s a practical, no-nonsense event that offers real value – and a delicious breakfast to boot.