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Travel to the show
Getting to the NEC is easy.
By CAR
You’ll find the NEC clearly signposted from all motorways and major routes including the M42, M40 and M6 - just put B40 1NT in your sat nav. When you arrive at the NEC, look out for the show name you're visiting on the signs. Then, simply jump on a free shuttle bus to get to the halls.
There is parking available at a cost of £12.95 per day (advance) and £17.95 (on the day). Pre-book parking with the NEC here - we advise that you consider booking in advance if at all possible. Please note that The Photography & Video Show team does not have any control over the parking fees at the NEC.
Alternatives:
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Birmingham International (Rail) Carpark: £9.50 for the day on Saturdays and Sundays, £12.50 on Mondays and Tuesdays
By TRAIN
Direct services run from Birmingham New Street to the NEC all day, which is less than a 15-minute journey away. Group travel packages giving up to 20% off are available with Avanti West Coast, which includes routes from and to most major cities, and can be booked ahead of individual ticket release. For more info, visit the Avanti site.
Group booking discounts are also available with Trainline.
By BUS / COACH
Buses to and from Birmingham City Centre, Coventry and Solihull stop regularly at Birmingham Airport which is on the NEC's doorstep. All you need to do from there is take the free air-rail link from Birmingham International Railway Station located at the upper level of Terminal 1. The train runs every two minutes and only takes 90 seconds. It's also worth checking Megabus and National Express for timetables and routes.
Staying over
Ticket info
General entry
General entry tickets are now on sale with The Ticket Factory
Pro / trade entry
Professional photographers, filmmakers, content creators and image-making industry representatives can apply for FREE entry to the show. All applications are verified as it is essential for us to understand our visiting audience and have an accurate breakdown of attendees in order to fulfil our visitor attendance audit and tailor the show content appropriately. More information about this can be found here
Registration is now open
If you have visited the show previously (in 2021 and / or 2022), look out for an email including your personalised registration link. Registering via this link will ensure that you bypass our approval process and get your pass straight away!
Contact thephotographyshow@futurenet.com if you have any registration related questions.
Student entry
Students who are currently studying a degree or equivalent qualification in photography, video or a directly related subject can attend free on any day. We do ask for institution ID information to support student entry applications.
To book student groups (under 18s), please contact katy.halls@futurenet.com
Refund policy
We operate a no refund policy (stated here) on tickets bought this year for this year’s show.
Additional info
Additional needs
Disabled facilities
All levels of the NEC are accessible to wheelchair users, via ramps or lifts. The Piazza and Atrium main entrances have automatic doors. The NEC has wheelchairs and mobility scooters available for hire, please telephone +44 (0)121 780 4141 to book in advance. There is a disabled parking area close to the venue.
We welcome carers to support visitors with additional needs. Carer tickets can be booked via The Ticket Factory.
Eating and drinking
The Food Village will be open throughout the event in Hall 2. In addition, numerous bars, restaurants and seating areas offering anything from a quick drink to a more substantial meal are situated around the NEC complex.
For those staying a little later or overnight, there is a selection of restaurants in Resorts World, a 5 minute walk from Halls 2 & 3.