Accessible. Inspiring.
Unforgettable.

 

Naidex welcomes community groups from across the UK - disability clubs, charities, support hubs, carers networks, SEND groups, youth organisations and social care providers. Our dedicated Community Groups Programme makes it easy to plan your visit, register your members, and enjoy a fully accessible, inspiring day out.

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Bring your community group to Naidex 2025 - Free to attend

Why Groups Love Naidex

  • Hands-on access to the latest accessible products and assistive tech
  • The Adaptive Climbing Wall - safe, supported, and universally loved
  • The Careers & Opportunities Fair
  • Classes, workshops and entertainment at The Village Green
  • Step-free routes, Changing Places facilities, quiet rooms and full accessibility
  • Free entry for everyone

Register Free

A vibrant photograph from a previous event showing three smiling attendees posing together on a blue carpeted exhibition floor. One person is seated on a blue mobility scooter, another is in a manual wheelchair, and a third is standing while holding a red and white cane. The background shows a busy exhibition hall with various booths and mobility equipment on display.

 

What's On?

Experiences your community can enjoy together. Naidex is an interactive, welcoming space designed for people to explore, try, learn and connect - at their own pace. 

 

Try Accessible Products & Technology

 

Visitors can get hands-on with hundreds of accessible solutions, including:

  • Mobility aids and powered wheelchairs
  • Daily living and independence products
  • Sensory tools and communication aids
  • Home adaptation and accessibility solutions

Friendly exhibitors are there to demonstrate, explain and support, with no pressure to buy.

A photograph of an exhibition stand featuring a wheelchair-accessible vehicle with its rear door open and a yellow ramp deployed. A staff member is talking with two attendees, one of whom is using a wheelchair, next to a tall promotional banner.
A photograph of an inclusive indoor climbing activity. One individual wearing a helmet and harness is scaling an orange climbing wall with the assistance of a hoist system, while two staff members in branded t-shirts assist from below.

The Adaptive Climbing Wall

 

A firm favourite for community groups:

  • Fully supervised and inclusive
  • Designed for a wide range of abilities
  • Builds confidence, independence and joy
  • A memorable experience many visitors try for the first time

No experience required - just encouragement.

Careers & Opportunities Fair

 

Perfect for: 

  • Young people exploring their future
  • Adults returning to work or volunteering
  • Visitors seeking skills, training or confidence

Meet inclusive employers, charities and support organisations offering:

  • Employment pathways
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Skills development and advice
A photograph of a woman being interviewed with a microphone at an exhibition stand branded with Virgin Media O2 logos. A camera operator is visible in the foreground, capturing the interview.
A photograph of an attendee participating in a hands-on gardening session at the Naidex "Village Green" feature area. The woman is wearing floral gardening gloves while potting plants in a grey window box. In the background, a large digital screen displays the Naidex and Lloyds partner logos alongside live-captioned text for accessibility.

The Village Green

 

A relaxed, community-focused area offering:

  • Accessible fitness and wellbeing sessions
  • Creative workshops
  • Talks, classes and demonstrations
  • A place to rest, socialise and recharge

Sessions run throughout the day and are designed to be welcoming, flexible and inclusive.

Live Talks & Demonstrations

 

Across the show floor, visitors can attend:

  • Inspirational talks
  • Practical demonstrations
  • Community-led discussions

Visitors are free to drop in and out — no pressure, no rigid schedules.

Shani Dhanda stands at a podium on the Naidex Main Stage, speaking into a handheld microphone. She is wearing a floral patterned jacket and holds a phone in her other hand. Large "Naidex" branding is visible on the wall behind her.
See Everything That's On Over The Two Days
An attendee in a power wheelchair and another on a mobility scooter enter the event hall. A yellow labrador service dog wearing a red "Assistance Dog" harness and a rainbow-patterned lead walks alongside the attendee in the power wheelchair. In the foreground, a white stand holds several black lanyards.

Accessibility & Comfort – Built In

 

Everything at Naidex is designed with accessibility in mind:

  • Step-free access throughout the venue
  • Changing Places toilets
  • Quiet rooms and sensory-friendly spaces
  • Wide aisles and seating areas
  • Support staff on hand

We want everyone to feel comfortable, safe and included. 

Perfect for Community Groups

 

Naidex is ideal for:

  • Disability community groups
  • Charities and support organisations
  • Day centres and activity groups
  • SEND and youth groups
  • Carer-led groups


Group visits are flexible and easy to organise.

Two attendees using power wheelchairs are positioned in a busy registration foyer, facing each other while in conversation.

We understand that not everyone has access to an email address.

Option 1

Register a group leader only

Sign up one person from your team as a group leader. Bring your members along on the day and they can register onsite - ideal if individuals do not have their own email addresses. 

Register Me

Option 2

Pre-Register your entire group

Save time on site with fast track online group registration. Quick and simple. Contact the Naidex marketing team who will send you a group booking form to fill out. 

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Need help?

 

Our team can support you with:

  • Accessibility needs
  • Minibus/coach transport guidance
  • Visit planning
  • Quiet room access
  • Mobility requirements

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A wide-angle view of a busy exhibition floor at Naidex. Numerous attendees, some using manual or power wheelchairs and one using a white cane, navigate the blue-carpeted aisles between various exhibitor stands. A large booth for the Meyra Group is visible on the left, and a "Food & Bar" sign can be seen in the distance under the high ceilings of the NEC hall.