Exhibition and Convention Centres

National Exhibition Centre

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom4.3 (38,617 Google reviews)Next: 2026 NEC Classic Motor Show, 13 to 15 November 2026

What's on and what's here

Upcoming events

Auto Show

13 to 15 November 2026

2026 NEC Classic Motor Show

National Exhibition Centre · Birmingham, United Kingdom

2027 Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show

Car Show

19 to 21 March 2027

2027 Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show

National Exhibition Centre · Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Where to stay and what's nearby

Where to stay

Seven hotels sit on the NEC campus, all within walking distance of the halls. Birmingham city centre, under 15 minutes by train, has the wider choice.

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Make the most of it

Your day at the track

Facilities

Restaurants across the venue, plus a convenience store and a coffee chain outlet. Own food and drink can be brought in, but no alcohol. Cloakrooms are paid and open 30 minutes before an event. Changing Places toilets with hoists, induction loops in various locations, and mobility scooter and wheelchair hire. Assistance dogs are allowed.

Plan your day

Getting there

The NEC is a five minute covered walk from Birmingham International station over the Bridgelink, and Birmingham city centre is under 15 minutes away by train. The airport is reached on foot through the same covered bridge and the Air Rail Link. Buses X1, X12 and 75/75A stop at the Birmingham International interchange. The car parks are spread around the campus, with a free shuttle bus between every car park and the halls on exhibition open days. Overnight parking is booked in advance. Some EV charging points are available, first come first served.

Parking

Paid

Public transport

Birmingham International station is a five minute covered walk away, under 15 minutes by train from Birmingham city centre. Buses X1, X12 and 75/75A stop at the station interchange.

Nearest airport

Birmingham Airport (BHX)

Cash, cards and ATMs

The nearest cash machine is at Birmingham International station, where withdrawal fees may apply.

Good to know

The track

The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is an indoor exhibition campus at Marston Green, east of Birmingham, next to Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International station. Its numbered halls host shows such as the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show, with seven hotels on the campus.

Last verified 8 November 2026. Official link: https://www.thenec.co.uk