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20th - 21st March 2024
NEC, Birmingham

 
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Travel & Accommodation

Accommodation

The ROAR B2B team has partnered with NuBreed Hotels to offer event-exclusive rates at several pre-approved hotels close to the venue. Prices are up to 30% cheaper than booking directly and may include benefits like free parking, early check-in and food and beverage discounts.

The service is 100% free of charge and fully flexible rates are available. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. You can always amend your requirements nearer to the time without penalty.

Click here to visit the dedicated concierge portal for individual and group bookings.

Alternatively, please email contact@nubreedhotels.com quoting ‘NBH188’.

To contact NuBreed Hotels directly call 0114 299 3444.

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Please note: More hotels are being added over the next few weeks!

Travel

There are a number of ways to get to the NEC, and we’ve got all the key information below to help make your journey as easy as possible. 


The show is open from 09:30am to 16:30pm on Wednesday 20th March and 09:30am to 16:00pm on Thursday 21st March 2024.
Please note, you should bring your Blue Badge with you, even if you are arriving by taxi or private coach.

 

By Car

The NEC is in the perfect location for car travel - 8 miles east of Birmingham city centre, and at the heart of the UK motorway network. In fact, 75% of the UK can get to the NEC within a 3 hour drive.

Postcode: B40 1NT

Click Here for Car Parking Options

There are enough parking spaces at the NEC for all Naidex National visitors. Despite the NEC now charging for parking, blue badge parking will remain FREE for Naidex on production of a valid blue badge. For all other parking you can pre book here.

 

By Train

To request assistance when travelling by train, you can use Passenger Assistance app or website for free to book this. 

App

Website

Direct services run all day, however if you’re travelling from further afield you may need to catch a connecting train at Birmingham New Street, which is less than a 15-minute journey away.

There is a Shuttle Bus running from the Birmingham International Rail station to the NEC venue entrance. The Shuttle Bus will run throughout the whole event.

The NEC entrance is on the right hand side as you exit the station, and is clearly signposted.

Many services run direct to Birmingham International. If yours doesn't, you can catch a connecting train at Birmingham New Street. There are regular services, and the journey only takes 10-15 minutes. Buses to the NEC can be caught at Birmingham Moor Street and Solihull stations. For further information call National Rail enquiries on 08457 484950 or visit National Rail or Network West Midlands.

A Changing Places facility is also available at the Virgin Trains Birmingham International train station.

Click Here for Avanti West Coast Trains

Click Here for National Rail

By Bus & Coach

Coach services are operated by National Express and Megabus, with over 120 daily services from across the UK to Birmingham Airport. From here you can get to the NEC via the free air-rail link, which takes just 90 seconds and runs every two minutes. Jumping on a bus in Birmingham City Centre? You’ll want the X1 service (every 15 minutes) or the 97A (every 30 minutes).

Local bus services also run every 30 mins throughout the day to Solihull (service 966) and Coventry (service 900).
 

Click Here for National Express

Click Here for Megabus

By Taxi

NEC has teamed up with TOA Taxis to ensure a safe, friendly service is available to you 24/7 at the NEC

You can book over the phone by calling 0121 427 8888 or 0800 0142 729, online or via their handy app. Alternatively, pick one up at the clearly marked ranks outside the NEC main entrances. For added convenience TOA Taxis accept all major credit cards, subject to a charge of 10%+VAT.

Other Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles:

If you plan to arrive at the NEC using other Taxi or Private Hire provider you will be dropped off at either the Piazza drop off and pick up area or the Atrium entrance.

At the end of your visit if you choose to use TOA you can be picked up by the main entrance, or if you are being picked up by other Taxi or Private Hire provider, you will need to go to the Private Hire pick up area. You will find one located at either the Piazza or Atrium, a short walk from the main entrances.

If you are a disabled visitor please click the button below to visit the dedicated page.

Click Here to Visit the NEC Page

 

 

 

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