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The NEC Birmingham

 

Based in Birmingham, the NEC is the UK’s largest event space, offering 32 adaptable conference suites and 18 vast exhibition halls. With over 40 years’ experience delivering the UK’s most iconic events, the NEC combines expert logistics with exceptional service. 

Hundreds of diverse events occur here annually, making the space a hub to suit every passion and innovation. With a central location in the heart of the country, the venue offers excellent access via major transport networks, ensuring smooth journeys for national and international guests. Whether visitors want to hire an expansive hall, book a customisable corporate event space, or even track down a venue to host a concert, NEC Birmingham promises an unforgettable experience. 

Event spaces at The NEC

Looking to hire a venue in Birmingham? The NEC has it all, whether you’re looking for spaces with modern conference facilities or an exceptional exhibition venue.

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    Piazza Suites

    Capacity: 60

    Flexible, modern spaces that can be customised to suit private or multi-room configurations. Ideal for meetings, conferences or private events.

    • Natural lighting
    • Screens available
    • AV
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    Gallery Suites

    Capacity: 300

    Perfect for small conferences or meetings, these five purpose-built spaces can be set in multiple layouts for total flexibility.

    • Conferences
    • Screens
    • Wi Fi
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    Gallery Restaurant

    Capacity: 580

    The Gallery Restaurant is a large open plan space which is ideal for catering but can also accommodate larger meetings.

    • Natural Daylight
    • Air Conditioning
    • Exhibition Space
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    Concourse Suite 1&2

    Capacity: 702

    Well-suited to banquets or large conferences, this ground-floor event space features a flexible layout and a dedicated reception area.

    • Bar
    • Screens
    • Dining
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    Concourse Hospitality Suites

    Capacity: 60

    Situated along the brightly lit NEC Atrium, this versatile, tech-enabled event space can be used for smaller meetings, informal lunches and receptions

    • Unique
    • Dining
    • Screens
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    Toute Suite

    Capacity: 350

    Perfect for conferences, this open-plan area features two built-in meeting rooms and a reception area for registration and refreshments.

    • Wi-Fi
    • Conferences
    • Reception
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    Halls

    Capacity: 10000

    The NEC boasts 18 blank canvas event halls, where anything is possible for 500-10,000+ delegates. Hire a vast hall at the NEC for launches, product reveals, and large-scale events.

    • Large event spaces
    • Tech ready
    • Product launch

Capacity at a Glance

Event Space Reception Theatre Boardroom UShape Dinner / Dance Cab Lunch / Dinner Max Capacity
Piazza Suites - 50 30 - - 48 40 60
Gallery Suites - 300 36 39 - 144 30 300
Gallery Restaurant - - - - - 300 300 580
Concourse Suite 1&2 - 702 50 - 380 328 410 702
Concourse Hospitality Suites - 60 28 31 - 32 40 60
Toute Suite 300 350 - - - 184 - 350
Halls - - - - - - - 10000

Location

The NEC is just a five-minute walk from Birmingham International Railway station and a 90-second train ride from Birmingham Airport. It has excellent motorway links and over 16,000 parking spaces on site.

Travel

  • Birmingham International Railway Station 2.7 Miles
  • Car parking onsite (16,000 spaces)
  • Birmingham Airport 3 Miles

Address

National Exhibition Centre, North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT

DDR

Prices from £65+ VAT PP

  • DDR Delegate Package
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    DDR Package at the NEC Birmingham

    Elevate your business meetings with the NEC's Day Delegate Rate, designed to offer exceptional value and flexibilit for your conference or event.

Awards and Accreditations

  • Aeo Awards23 Winner Best Uk Venue Year More 20Sqm

    AEO Venue of the Year (More than 20,000sqm) - 2016,2018, 2019, 2020, 2023

  • Aeo Venue Team Of The Year

    AEO Venue Team of the Year 2017, 2018

  • Award Placeholder

    The Best Customer Service Collaboration 2019

  • EN Awards 2017 NEC

    EN Awards Best Venue 2017

  • Most Versatile Venue NEC

    Most Versatile Venue - National Venue Awards 2018

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Conferences

One of the leading conference venues in Birmingham, the NEC offers a dynamic range of flexible, purpose-built spaces capable of hosting anything from large-scale conferences to compact seminars.

With 32 versatile conference suites, each space is tech-enabled and equipped with modern facilities to keep every event running like clockwork. 

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Meetings

Looking to hire a smaller venue in Birmingham for a dedicated meeting? The NEC suites can be split into meeting spaces to suit your preferences.

Whether you’re looking for spaces with breakout rooms for refreshments, a reception area, or fully accessible entry points.  

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Levy Catering

Catering

Levy UK & Ireland


Levy UK & Ireland promises to give each guest a legendary experience through premium food and beverages.  They are market leaders and pride themselves on providing high-quality catering and food services for iconic venues, sporting events, and conference centres across England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. 

Learn more: www.levy.co.uk 

Food is our passion. It’s what bring our brands together.

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Accommodation

There’s plenty of excellent accommodation available if you’d like to sit back and relax after your big day out. Convenient options include the stylish Moxy Birmingham NEC, just a 4-minute walk from the event space.

For spacious, sleek rooms and enviable spa facilities, the Hilton Birmingham Metropole can be reached on foot in just 7 minutes. If you'd prefer a well-priced overnight stay in a handy location, try the Ibis Styles Birmingham NEC. 

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Sustainability

This venue recognises the risks posed to the planet from climate change and the consequences of this change being felt by people all around the world. That is why they operate a Meetings For Change promise:

  • We believe in using fresh, seasonal products

    We aim for 80% of the ingredients on our menus to be British grown. All the chicken and milk we serve is Red Tractor assured. 

  • We believe in the power of plants

    We offer plant-forward menus, with a choice of great-tasting alternative proteins. 

  • We believe in zero waste 

    Whatever we’re cooking for your meeting or event, our approach is root-to-stem, nose-to-tail. We use recycled and reusable packaging wherever we can. 

  • We believe in ethical sourcing 

    Our teas and coffees come from responsible suppliers. Our chocolate is Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance certified. 

  • We believe in protecting our planet 

    Our climate promise is to reach Net Zero by 2030.  In addition, this venue has further sustainable priorities. Please contact a venue expert for more information. 

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