30 Apr 2026
Two leading consumer brands, Royal Bank of Scotland and the UK’s flagship home and lifestyle exhibition, Ideal Home Show Scotland, are joining forces to help households across Scotland navigate the ongoing cost of living crisis.
At the heart of this collaboration is the launch of a dedicated Money Village, debuting at the Glasgow show this May. In partnership with MoneyMatiX and the Royal Bank of Scotland, the initiative will provide four days of expert-led guidance, including access to leading financial specialists and free one-to-one appointments for visitors seeking tailored advice.
The Money Village will bring together trusted money experts, consumer advisers and industry specialists to offer visitors clear, practical guidance across a wide range of financial matters — from mortgages and equity release to savings, investments, pensions, insurance and long-term financial planning.
For financial brands, the event represents a significant direct-to-consumer engagement opportunity in Scotland, attracting more than 31,000 visitors, 86% of whom are ABC1. In a changing digital landscape, face‑to‑face engagement remains an important way to build confidence and connection. The Money Village provides an environment where brands can demonstrate transparency, build trust and support customers through meaningful, real-time conversations.
Andrew Harrison, Managing Director, Direct & Local Banking, NatWest Group, said: “We’re looking forward to returning to Ideal Home Show Scotland and partnering with MoneyMatiX on the new Money Village. It provides a valuable opportunity to engage directly with businesses and customers at a time when trusted, in-person financial guidance is more important than ever.”
Across the four days, visitors will be able to attend expert talks, participate in discussions, and access drop-in clinics covering topics such as financial planning, investments, pensions, fintech solutions and managing household finances.
Tynah Matembe, Founder and CEO of MoneyMatiX, said: “The Money Village brings financial advice into a space where people are already making important life decisions, creating a natural setting for meaningful conversations between consumers and experts.
For financial brands in Scotland, this shift is critical. As audiences become more cautious online, high-quality, in-person engagement is becoming increasingly valuable. The Money Village offers a rare opportunity to connect with a large, engaged audience directly and credibly.”
The event will feature a range of money-focused exhibitors, including Aria Legal, Doqit Technologies, Scullion Law and Spectrum Wealth Group.
The new Money Village will connect financial professionals directly with consumers at Ideal Home Show Scotland, taking place 22-25 May at the SEC, Glasgow.
The new feature forms part of the wider Ideal Home Show Scotland, the country’s largest home and lifestyle event.
