Frequently Asked Questions

Your most frequently asked questions answered.

How much are tickets?
What is Preview Day?
Do You Offer a Disabled Concession?
Is there wheelchair access at the Show?
What is the address of the NEC?
What facilities are available at the Show?
Can I smoke inside the Show?
Can I take photos?
Where could I leave my helmet and leathers?
Are dogs allowed in the Show?
Are there cloakroom facilities?
What age can children get in free of charge?
What age are you considered a senior citizen?
Do you offer a student discount?
Where are the parking facilities?
What parking facilities are there for Bikes and Scooters? 
How does the bike park work?
How much is parking for a coach or minibus?
Do you offer a group booking system?

How much are tickets?

2009 Details Coming Soon.

What was Preview Day? 

Preview Day allowed visitors access to all the Show features FREE OF CHARGE. So for £28.00 (Adults) not only get the first public viewing of the Show, an hour extra, more celebrities, more staff on exhibitor stands, more opportunities to participate in the interactive feature areas, they also also were able to participate in the Mini Moto and Karting, visit the Thunderdome Games Arena and the Wall of Death ALL FREE OF CHARGE.

Do you offer a disabled concession?

If a disabled visitor to the Show requires assistance, then we allow free access to the Show for the carer. Visit the Organisers Office in Hall2, upon production of a full priced ticket a complimentary ticket will be given.

Is there wheelchair access at the show?

Yes, click here for details

What is the address of the NEC?

Birmingham, B40 1NT

What facilities are available at the Show?

To find where and what the facilities are at the Show Click Here.  The plan includes disabled toilet facilities, cloakroom, breast feeding areas, cloakrooms, banks, medical centre and more. 

Can I smoke inside the Show?

In accordance with the Health Act 2006 smoking is not allowed within the Show or the NEC. 
 
The Piazza main entrance canopy area and the North Gardens in the centre of the Piazza are the designated smoking areas. 

Can I take photos?

Yes, please feel free to take photos or record footage. 

Where Could I leave my Helmet?

A helmet park was available on site, run by the charity Riders For Health.

Are dogs allowed in the Show?

Only Guide Dogs are allowed in the Show.

What are the cloakroom facilities at the NEC?

Cloakrooms are located on the concourse area outside the Show. 

What age can children get in for free?

Children aged 10 and under get into the Show free with a paying adult.

Neither the Show or the NEC offer any Creche facilities.

What age are you considered a Senior Citizen?

Senior Citzens are considered to be aged 60 or over. Proof of age will be required.

Do you offer a Student Discount? 

No student discount is offered.

What are the parking facilities and costs for cars?

There is ample parking at the Show: Click here to see a map showing the NEC Car Parks.

What Parking facilities are there for motorcycles and scooters?

The 2009 Show will offer a Secure, undercover bike park where all visitors who arrive at the Show on two wheels can leave their bike for free. The park will be manned by NEC security staff and the park will allow visitors to the Show to change in the dry and gain peace of mind their prized possession will be looked after.

The Bike Park is subject to availability. A site map of the NEC can be seen here..

How does the Bike Park Work?

Upon entry to the secure, under cover Bike Park, you will be issued with a unique ticket that you will need to keep. Upon redemption of your ticket your bike will be released to you.

How much is parking for a coach or minibus?

2009 Prices to be confirmed.

Do you offer a group booking system?

Group bookings have now closed.

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