The British Florist Association supports the floristry industry and the Institute of Professional Florists protects our professionalism and skill. Read below why our members support their trade association and Institute. We are proud to work on their behalf providing information, resources and support.
“I’m a retail business member of the BFA because I believe that collectively we can all help each other to succeed professionally. Our trade association is important to support as it represents our industry and promotes professionalism “
Siân Wild: The Flower Lounge, Didsbury
“I’m a studio business member of the BFA because it provides me with great resources and industry information as well as opportunities to network and keeping abreast with latest developments and news. In my experience so far, I have found the BFA as an organisation and the team behind it, incredibly valuable to my business and myself as a professional”
Anja Norris: Norris Floristry, Glossop
“I joined the Institute of Professional Florists because I wanted to be recognised for my passion and dedication to the floristry industry as an individual”
Jay Cockett: Floral Couture by Jay, Dorset
“I’m a corporate member of the BFA because I want to support the important work the BFA does backing both our industry and our customers, the florists. Both FleuraMetz & the BFA have a shared desire to help florists prosper by providing sound advice & business support. The UK is a large, important market to FleuraMetz, and by working together we can all continue to be successful in these ever changing times.”
Eddy Deighan: FleuraMetz, UK
Published on 29th March 2023 in For the Industry
During the last few weeks Chrysal and the BFA have embarked on a project to test the flower food Professional 2 for its ability to lengthen the amount of time you can use your water without replacing it. The aim was to hopefully prove that this product can, not only, prolong the life of your ... Read more
Published on 20th March 2023 in For the Industry
Small business leaders invited to take part in government-funded leadership course to boost performance and resilience. Small business leaders across the United Kingdom are invited to take advantage of the 90% government-funded Help to Grow: Management Course. Designed by entrepreneurs and industry experts from the UK’s leading business schools, the course helps small business leaders ... Read more
Published on 16th March 2023 in For the Industry
Thank you to everyone that completed the survey. The results are very interesting and your answers help the industry and the association gain press coverage for next year. It’s much appreciated. Only one peak to go! ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES Retail / Studio florist 98.03% 199 Event Florist 0.49% 1 Contract/ Freelancer Florist 0.49% 1 Event ... Read more
Published on 16th March 2023 in Industry News
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered a ‘Budget for Growth’ after the Office for Budget Responsibility forecast a stronger than expected performance from the UK economy this year with inflation continuing to fall. The Chancellor announced a £27 billion transformation of capital allowances from April this year, which will include the Full Expensing of investment in qualifying plant and ... Read more
Published on 9th March 2023 in Industry News
Florist businesses have served the industry with every bit of compassion, strength and willingness to deliver the right product at the right time. Here at the BFA we are always being asked what is the most favouraite flower, is British best and how many flowers are sold? Read all the stats and facts you need ... Read more
Published on 8th March 2023 in Industry News
The Government has announced the rates of the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) which will come into force from the 1st April 2023. The rates which will apply from 1 April 2023 are as follows: Employee age/status Current 2022 rate From 1st April 2023 rate Increase per hour Percentage increase Over ... Read more
Published on 27th February 2023 in For the Industry
World Skills UK is open to any age competitor but you must have under 5 years industry experience. What are WorldSkills UK Competitions? Skills competitions are designed by industry specific experts, and assess an individual’s knowledge, practical skills and employability attributes against set criteria in a competitive timed environment. The benefits of getting involved Competition ... Read more
Published on 20th February 2023 in For the Industry
International Women’s Day 2023 campaign theme is #EmbraceEquity Read more about the message of International Women’s Day through the link below and engage in the embrace with your team, friends or colleagues if you want to support the campaign. Join in the campaign at https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Theme Learn the difference between Equity and Equality at https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Missions/18707/Equality-versus-Equity-What-s-the-difference-as-we-EmbraceEquity-for-IWD-2023-and-beyond Use ... Read more
Published on 20th February 2023 in For the Industry
There’s no doubt that email marketing has an important role in promoting your floristry business and it’s a tactic BFA Partner, Queen Bee, are quite passionate about. So we asked them to inspire our members with ways we could use email for promoting upcoming Mother’s Day. Off the back of our Bloom Room at the ... Read more
Published on 16th February 2023 in For the Industry
A reminder of all those things you need to do now! 1, Create your own range of Mothers Day products or use the images in the members area. We have 20 images you can download for free 2, Don’t think too small and charge the right price. Give a good range of prices especially at ... Read more
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Consumers can find a florist local to their delivery location here. Florists can also find other florists to recommend to their customers, giving the best service.
A pink flower represents a high street shop location, which you can visit and a blue flower represents a studio where you can call or order online.
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The British Florist Association is the only recognised trade association in the UK, representing 8000 professional flower shops across the country.
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The IoPF upholds the professional status of florists in the UK by maintaining consistently high standards within the floristry industry through training and qualifications.
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The BFA are the UK trade association for businesses looking after the best interests of all florists and the industry.
We are here to help and support you throughout your career. We offer a wealth of information, contact opportunities, events, training and education support and much much more for all our membership.
