How to get there
Accommodation
Eating out
Retail Therapy
Interiors Birmingham
20-23 January 2008
National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Birmingham
B40 1NT
UK
Tel: +44 (0) 121 780 4141
Fax: +44 (0) 121 767 3825
Sun 20 January: 09:00 –19:00hrs (Collection, Outdoor Collection, Lighting Collection, Lighting and Design Interiors close at 18.00hrs)
Mon 21 January: 09:00 -18:00hrs
Tues 22 January: 09:00-18:00hrs
Wed 23 January: 09:00-17:00hrs
The NEC is easily accessible by road, rail and air.
From your nearest motorway link join the M42. Leave at Junction 6 and follow the signs to the NEC. There's free car parking for 21,000 vehicles and regular complimentary shuttle buses to and from the main entrances. All parts of the show can be accessed from anywhere within the site.
The North Car Park is conveniently situated for the Atrium entrance and provides easy access to the Lighting, Design Interiors, Collection, Lighting Collection and Outdoor Collection halls.
The East, West and South Car Parks provides easy access to the Furniture, Furnishings Accessories and Soft halls. The North Car Park gives easy access to Lighting, Collection, Outdoor Collection, Lighting Collection and Design Interiors.
All visitor parking is FREE of charge.
To plan your route, please visit www.theaa.co.uk or for a detailed road map of the area please visit www.streetmap.co.uk
National Express provides a network of coaches across the UK, including direct routes to Birmingham International. You can visit their website at www.nationalexpress.com or you can call them on +44 (0)8705 808080.
The rail network goes straight to Birmingham International station at the NEC - just a short walk from the halls.
For timetable details, advice and/or advance ticket bookings visit www.thetrainline.com; or www.virgintrains.co.uk. Alternatively, call National Rail Enquiries on +44 (0)8457 48 49 50 or Virgin Trains on +44 (0)8457 222 333.
Birmingham International Airport is directly accessible from over 40 European cities. A newly set up SkyRail service, taking just 90 seconds, links the main terminal and Eurohub (Birmingham airport terminal 2) to Birmingham International railway station, situated within the NEC complex.
For further information or to arrange flights please visit www.bhx.co.uk
The Interiors Birmingham Concierge Service, developed by Hotelzon, makes it even easier for you to plan all aspects of your trip – whether its accommodation, travel or entertainment needs. With eight shows over twelve halls, that means a lot of walking.
We strongly recommend you allow at least two days to see the show.
A number of great travel and stay packages have been negotiated for all visitors if you book though the Interiors Birmingham Concierge Service. Click on the Hotelzon button below to view the great offers available and to book online.
The city of Birmingham has flourished in recent years and now offers an outstanding selection of bars and restaurants. Here is a selection of venues to help you decide where to unwind after a busy day at the show.
Cuisine: English
39 Summer Row
Birmingham
B3 1JJ
Tel: +44 (0)121 212 1661
Après, with its open fires and relaxed atmosphere, is the perfect retreat. Enjoy European style cooking and choose from a variety of beverages.
Cuisine: Indian
116 Wharfside Street
The Mailbox
Birmingham
West Midlands
B1 1RF
Tel: +44 (0)121 643 7979
A refreshing take on superior Indian cuisine combined with a fine dining experience at one of Birmingham's most modern and elegantly designed restaurants.
Cuisine: Cuban/Latin
9 Brindleyplace
60 Broad Street
Birmingham
West Midlands
Tel: +44 (0)121 643 5577
A Latin American style bar and restaurant with a lively atmosphere. Enjoy excellent food in the restaurant and dancing ‘til late at this popular venue.
Cuisine: International
59 Summer Row
Birmingham
B3 1JJ
England
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)121 212 1661
A unique venue with an award-winning interior, offering an extensive cocktail and wine list, an innovative Mediterranean inspired menu and a late lounge.
Cuisine: Modern British
54 Cornwall Street
Birmingham
B3 2DE
Tel: +44 (0) 121 2002323
With a modern British menu and its emphasis on seasonal, regional produce, Opus aims to deliver delicious flavours in a deceptively simple way. A Crustacean bar also offers a wide and exciting variety of shellfish.
Cuisine: Thai
22 Waterfront Walk
Birmingham
B1 15N
T: +44 (0) 121 6656568
Named after Thep Kinnaree, a beautiful half-woman, half-swan creature from Thai mythology – this authentic Thai restaurant is sure to fulfil your tastebuds.
Cuisine: International
Unit 4, Regency Wharf
2 Broad Street
Birmingham
B1 2JZ
Tel: +44 (0)870 442 2539
If you are looking to eat, drink and party this cool, airy piano bar & restaurant offers great food, an extensive drinks menu and excellent live music acts.
Need a break from the exhibition halls for a couple of hours? Birmingham city-centre is a short distance away, and the perfect place to indulge in some retail therapy:
The Mailbox – Royal Mail Street, Birmingham B1 1XL
Web: www.mailboxlife.com/content/home/index.html
The Bullring – Birmingham B5 4BU
Web: www.bullring.co.uk/website
Jewellery Quarter – Hockley, Birmingham B18
Web: www.the-quarter.com
City Plaza – 47 Cannon Street, Birmingham B2 5EF
20-23 January 2008
Sun 20 09.00-19.00
Mon 21 09.00-18.00
Tue 22 09.00-18.00
Wed 23 09.00-17.00
