F ind y our w ay to birmingham

THE BEST WAYS TO GET TO THE NEC, AND OTHER USEFUL FACTS…

GO BY TRAIN

The NEC is a short walk across a covered bridge from Birmingham International Station – a 70-minute journey from London. Get 25% off your ticket with Virgin Trains at www.virgintrains.co.uk/nec

GO BY CAR

Birmingham is at the hub of the UK motorway network, and is close to the M5, M6, M40 and M42. If you’re using satnav, enter the postcode B40 1NT. The NEC has its own car parks, and charges £16 per day (£12 if you book in advance). Follow the signs when you arrive at the NEC for the correct car parks for The Photography Show, then take the free shuttle bus (or walk).

GO BY AIR

Birmingham Airport is only a short distance away from the NEC, and has a free Air-Rail Link between Terminal 1 and the Birmingham International train station, which is within walking distance of Hall 5. www.birminghamairport.co.uk

GO BY COACH

With 1,200 departure points, National Express operates a convenient, low-cost service. To buy tickets, visit www.nationalexpress.com

HOTEL DISCOUNTS

We have special hotel rates if you want to stay over… www.eventexpressuk.co.uk/ photography-and-videoshow

DISABLED ACCESS

All levels of The NEC are accessible to wheelchair users via ramps or lifts. The NEC has wheelchairs and scooters available for hire: please call 0121 780 4141 to book.

FOOD & DRINK

There are lots of choices in the Food Village in the main hall of the show... and plenty of other options on offer around the Piazza, outside Hall 5. For more information on facilities at the NEC, visit www.thenec.co.uk/visiting-us