The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is one of England’s most important event spaces. Spanning 250 hectares in Birmingham, the NEC is the largest exhibition center in the United Kingdom and boasts 20 interconnected halls.

The venue hosts hundreds of events throughout the year, from the British International Motor Show to Grand Design Live and the BBC Good Food Show. In 1991, the NEC hosted the Crufts, the world’s largest international dog show, which attracts 160,000 guests annually.

Enjoy a delicious hot meal or freshly prepared sandwich or salad at the in-hall restaurants. Alternatively, pick something up at one of many culinary brands, including Starbucks, Wetherspoons, The Cornish Bakery, Subway, and FCB espresso bar.

Getting there

The National Exhibition Center is located next to Birmingham Airport, five minutes’ walk from Birmingham International Railway Station. The center is accessed via the M42 and there are over 16,000 car spaces available on site. National Express buses operate daily from across the United Kingdom.