The Kent Event Centre at the Detling show ground is heaving today, the first of the three-day FFX Tool Show.

Around 15,000 visitors are expected over the weekend. On offer are power tools, hand tools, fixings and every type of equipment that might be used in the construction industry.

The show, now in its fourth year, runs today and tomorrow (Saturday) from 9am to 5pm, and on Sunday from 9am to 4pm.

Tickets are free, but patrons are asked to register at www.ffx.co.uk.

FFX, formerly Folkestone Fixings, employs about 110 people at its head office and distribution centre in Lympne, and branches in Ashford and Folkestone.