Find your way to birmingham

The best ways to get to the NE C, and other useful facts…

Go by train

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

Go by car

Birmingham is at the hub of the UK motorway network, enabling visitors to travel directly from the M5, M6, M40 and M42. If using satnav, use the postcode B40 1NT. The NEC has its own car parks, and charge £12 per day. 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 the Terminal 1 and Birmingham International train station, which is within walking distance to 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

If you’re looking to stay overnight, take a look at our special hotel rates at www.eventexpressuk.co.uk/ photography-show-2018/

Disabled access

All levels of The NEC are accessible to wheelchair users, via ramps or lifts. The NEC has wheelchairs & scooters available for hire, please call 01353 653752 to book.

Food & Drink

There are lots of choices in the Food Gallery within the main hall for this year’s show... and there are plenty of other options on offer around the Piazza, just outside Hall 5.