TRAVEL
The Classic Motor Show takes place at The NEC (National Exhibition Centre), Birmingham. Getting here couldn’t be simpler.
By Road
The NEC is very deliberately located at the hub of the UK’s motorway system, being directly accessible from both the M6 and M42, which in turn can in turn be easily accessed from the M1, M5, M40 or M69. Leave the M6 at junction 4, or leave the M42 at junction 6 and follow the signs.
CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS
Bear in mind that the NEC (venue) will charge each car £8.00 to park.
By Train
Birmingham International Station is in the NEC complex and is literally only a few minutes undercover walk to/from the show. If your line doesn’t stop directly at Birmingham International Station then simply change at Birmingham New Street Station onto one of the regular services going through Birmingham International.
Please click here to access train times/schedules etc.
By Air
Birmingham International Airport is right next door and there is a monorail link that means it takes just ten minutes from walking through arrivals in the Airport, to walking into the show. Again, transfer from Airport to show is completely undercover. Flybe, Ryanair and several other budget operators fly in and out of Birmingham International Airport (BHX). To our Irish and Scottish visitors, we’d advise you to get your plane ticket now – it will probably be cheaper than driving! Also, for visitors travelling from further away (we have people visiting The Classic Motor Show from all over the world) there are over 20 international airlines serving BHX and of course we are no more than a couple of hours drive from just about any other UK airport (remember to drive on the left!)
To have a look at flights/schedules and prices
please visit the Birmingham International Airport website www.bhx.com click here.
ABOUT THE NEC
The NEC is Europe’s busiest exhibition centre. It sees over 4 million visitors each year and is home to unique shows such as BBC Good Food Show and The Ideal Home Show. As well as exhibitions, the NEC Group also boasts fantastic concerts at the Arena, amazing performances at Symphony Hall, family treats at the NIA and informative conferences at the ICC.
DISABLED VISITORS
If you have any queries or need assistance during your visit, please contact any member of staff who will be happy to help. We hope you enjoy your visit.
Male and female wheelchair accessible toilets are provided throughout the venue.
Disabled parking bays for blue badge holders are available free of charge.
A limited number of manual wheelchairs are available for hire free of charge to registered disabled and at a cost of £5.00 per day for visitors who are not registered disabled, on a first come first served basis.
Electric scooters can be hired at a cost of £15 per day.
Please telephone Magbility on +44 (0)1527 837076 to book in advance.
Lines are open 9.00-18.00 Monday - Sunday.
Disabled assistants
Companions admitted free: if you have a disability that restricts your ability to attend the Show on your own, then a companion is admitted for free. Please make this clear to the Box Office staff when you book your ticket, they will be happy to help.
Induction loop audio systems are fitted in the following locations:
All Piazza cloakrooms and ticket booths
Selected cloakrooms and ticket booths in the Atrium
Concourse Suites 1 and 2
Gallery Seminar Rooms 1, 2 and 3
Further Information for Visitors to the NEC with Disabilities can be found »here«
ACCOMODATION & WHAT'S ON
Make a weekend of it!
Many people like to visit the show for two days and either stay close to the NEC or a short (15 min) train ride away in Birmingham City Centre. Birmingham has a huge amount to offer as a weekend away, in fact it is now one of the UK’s most popular weekend break destinations.
With incredible shopping, world class entertainment, theatres, museums, award winning food and huge choice in terms of accommodation, this is the perfect opportunity to have a complete break in the UK’s second city. There’s a wide range of hotels with prices to suit all in the City Centre with everything from clean and functional Travelodges, to Five Star luxury.
If you’re planning to stay we advise to book up as early as possible for the best deals.
Use the links below to find out what to do, where to stay and what facilities are available at the NEC and in Birmingham whilst you are at The Classic Motor Show.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What are the dates?
A: November 14/15/16 2008
Q: What are the opening times?
A: Friday 14th Nov: 10am - 6.30pm
Saturday 15th Nov: 9.30am - 6.30pm
Sunday 16th Nov: 9.30pm - 5.30pm
Q: How much are the tickets?
A: For ticket prices »Click Here«
Q: I prefer to buy my advance tickets over the phone, not over the web, what number should I use?
A: 0870 060 3776
Q: Can I buy tickets on the door?
A: Yes you certainly can, however, to save you time and money buying in advance is altogether more convenient and offers better prices.
Q: Will my Classic Motor Show ticket get me into the Top Gear Motoring Theatre?
A: Your Classic Motor Show ticket allows you entry into The Classic Motor Show and, as a bonus, it also allows free entry into the neighbouring MPH Show in Hall 5 (the Prestige and Performance Motor Show), but it does not include a seat in the Top Gear Live Theatre. If you wish to experience the Top Gear Live Theatre then it is strongly advised that you book a Top Gear Live ticket in advance, as availability on the door is highly unlikely due to demand. Click here to go to the MPH/Top Gear Live website »www.mphshow.co.uk«
Q: How much is car parking?
A: The car parking charge set by the venue (not by the show) is £8.00 per car.
For all venue related information please visit »www.necgroup.co.uk«
Q: What else is on at the same time and where can I stay?
A: For NEC Group venues see »www.necgroup.co.uk«
For general Birmingham info see »www.beinbirmingham.com«
Q: What are the public transport alternatives?
A:
Train:
There is a train station IN the NEC complex. This is Birmingham International Station. If there is no direct service into Birmingham International from where you are then simply go to Birmingham New Street Station and then onwards to Birmingham International on one of the many regular services through there. Check train times etc here:
»www.nationalrail.co.uk«
»www.thetrainline.com«
Coach/Bus:
Get a National Express Coach into Birmingham »www.nationalexpress.com«
Then transfer via local bus service to the NEC
check bus services/times etc here »www.travelwm.co.uk«
By Air:
The NEC is right next to Birmingham International Airport and there is a monorail link from the Airport directly into The NEC. Typically from walking through "Arrivals" to entering the show halls will take only about 10 mins, and all undercover. If you book a flight early, as many of our Irish, Scottish and mainland European visitors do, then you should benefit from a great deal from one of the budget airlines see: »www.bhx.com«
NOV 14, 15, 16 2008
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