Photo: National Exhibition Centre / Google MapsCHEMUK 2027 Hotels in Birmingham
CHEMUK 2027 runs 19 to 20 May at NEC Birmingham, Birmingham. 5,200 attendees (2026)
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Where to stay for CHEMUK 2027: the closest hotels to NEC Birmingham are in NEC & Resorts World and Solihull, with Birmingham city centre a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
CHEMUK returns to Hall 5 at the NEC Birmingham on Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 May 2027, open 09:30 to 17:00 on the Wednesday and 09:30 to 16:00 on the Thursday. It is the UK's trade show for the chemicals, process engineering and formulated products industries, organised by Easyfairs in five show zones: Chemicals Supply, Chemicals Management, Process & Chemical Engineering, Chemical Laboratory and Formulated Product Manufacturer, with a free conference programme alongside. The 2026 edition drew 5,200 attendees and more than 600 exhibitors. Entry is free for professionals aged 18 and over. The NEC sits outside the city, next to Birmingham International station and Birmingham Airport, so the choice for CHEMUK hotels is between the hotels on the NEC campus and a base in central Birmingham, Solihull or Coventry with a short train ride in. This page shows live rates near the NEC for your dates; your visitor badge comes from the organiser and is separate from your hotel booking.
Popular areas for attendees: NEC & Resorts World · Solihull · Birmingham city centre · Coventry.
- Birmingham hotels for CHEMUK sorted by distance to the NEC, from on campus hotels to Solihull, Coventry and the city centre
- Live rates for 19 to 20 May 2027, with dates you can change for one show day, stand build or both days
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your team settles who is going
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form for exhibitor and visitor teams
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 19 May to 20 May 2027
- Venue
- NEC Birmingham
- City
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Airport
- BHX
- Attendance
- 5,200 attendees (2026)
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Hotels near NEC Birmingham for CHEMUK 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Tue, May 18 → Fri, May 21, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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Exhibiting or sending a team? Tell us how many rooms you need and we will send a personalised quote within 24 hours, with the distance from every hotel to NEC Birmingham. If the closest hotels are nearly full, we split your team across neighbouring hotels a few minutes apart. Corporate accommodation for CHEMUK
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Where should you eat during CHEMUK?
Resorts World sits right beside the NEC with a good spread of restaurants a short walk from the halls, while Birmingham city centre is about 12 minutes by train from Birmingham International to New Street for much of the city's client dining and its famous baltis.
Photo: Adam's Restaurant / Google Maps
Photo: Adam's Restaurant / Google Maps
Photo: Paul Curran / Google MapsAdam's
Modern British fine dining
City centre (Waterloo Street), about 12 minutes by train from Birmingham International to New Street plus a short walk
Adam Stokes' elegant restaurant is one of Birmingham's most celebrated dining rooms, built around seasonal produce served as a polished tasting menu. It is the natural choice when you need to impress an important client.
Tip: Ask about the private dining options when booking for a group, and reserve well ahead during fair week.
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Photo: Pasture Birmingham / Google MapsPasture
Steak and fire cooking
City centre (Colmore Row), about 12 minutes by train from Birmingham International to New Street plus a short walk
Set in a grand former bank building in the business district, Pasture cooks over fire in an open kitchen with an in house butcher preparing its meat. The lively room suits a team celebration or a confident client dinner.
Tip: It gets busy and loud at weekends, so book an early table on a weeknight if you want to talk business.
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Steakhouse
Resorts World (beside the NEC), a short walk from the halls
A dependable steakhouse on the ground floor of Resorts World with views over the lake, serving aged steaks alongside fish and vegetarian dishes. It is the easiest sit down dinner option without leaving the NEC site.
Tip: Book ahead for evenings during the fair, when exhibitors fill Resorts World straight after the halls close.
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Vietnamese
Resorts World (beside the NEC), a short walk from the halls
A family run Vietnamese kitchen on the first floor of Resorts World serving pho, bun cha, bao buns and summer rolls. It is a quick, fresh alternative to the burger and pizza chains after a long day on the stand.
Tip: The kitchen can close before the advertised closing time, so arrive in good time for a late dinner.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after CHEMUK: bookable experiences in Birmingham, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Birmingham
Birmingham packs Premier League football, two major arenas and world class orchestral music and ballet into a city that is an easy train ride from the NEC halls.
Aston Villa at Villa Park
Premier League football at one of English football's great historic grounds, with the famous Holte End behind the goal. February is the heart of the season, so check the fixture list against your fair dates.
Find ticketsConcerts at bp pulse LIVE and Utilita Arena Birmingham
The NEC Group runs two big arenas, bp pulse LIVE on the NEC site itself and Utilita Arena Birmingham in the city centre near Brindleyplace. Major tours and comedy shows play here most weeks of the year.
Find ticketsBirmingham Royal Ballet at Birmingham Hippodrome
Birmingham Royal Ballet makes the Hippodrome its home, with a major production usually staged in February. It makes a memorable evening out for clients after a day at the fair.
Find ticketsCBSO at Symphony Hall
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra is based at Symphony Hall on Centenary Square, a hall renowned for its acoustics. Concerts run through the winter, so there is often a performance during fair week.
Find ticketsCrufts at the NEC
The world famous dog show fills the NEC halls for four days each spring, with 2027 set for 4 to 7 March. Hotels around the NEC book up fast that week, so plan any March visits early.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to CHEMUK?
From Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- The free Air-Rail Link runs from the upper level of Terminal 1 to Birmingham International station; the NEC and the organiser say it runs every two minutes and takes 90 seconds
- From the station, head straight through to the NEC, which the venue puts a five minute walk from Birmingham International
- The organiser lists direct flights to Birmingham from Aberdeen, Belfast City, Dublin, Edinburgh and Glasgow, and from European hubs such as Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris and Zurich, plus Dubai, Doha and Delhi
- The NEC says over 120 National Express and Megabus coach services a day run to Birmingham Airport from across the UK
By rail and road
- Birmingham International is next to the NEC; London Northwestern Railway runs direct trains there from London, Milton Keynes and Northampton, according to the NEC
- If your train does not stop at Birmingham International, change at Birmingham New Street
- By car, the organiser says to put B40 1NT in your sat nav, then stop following it on site and look for CHEMUK on the NEC signs
- From the car park, take the free shuttle bus or walk along the signposted footpaths; the organiser recommends pre-booking parking on the NEC website, or you can pay on the day
How do you get around during CHEMUK?
Getting to the NEC each day
- The NEC says the Hilton and Crowne Plaza hotels on its campus, and the four star Genting Hotel, are a short walk from the halls
- From central Birmingham, Solihull or Coventry, take the train to Birmingham International and walk through to the NEC and Hall 5
- TOA taxis wait at the ranks outside the NEC's main entrances and drop off at the Piazza or the Atrium entrance; Veezu is the venue's private hire partner
- If you plan to drive, follow the CHEMUK signs on arrival rather than your sat nav, as the venue postcode does not take you to your car park
Around Birmingham
- The NEC campus has bars and restaurants, and Resorts World adds outlet shopping and a Cineworld with an IMAX screen for a quiet evening after a show day
- Central Birmingham has the widest choice of hotels and restaurants, a short train ride from Birmingham International via New Street
- Check the last train back from Birmingham International if you plan a late dinner in the city
- Solihull and Coventry both have trains to Birmingham International and are worth a look if the campus hotels are full
Do you need a visa for CHEMUK?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- British and Irish passport holders do not need an ETA or a visa
- Most visitors who do not need a visa, including those from Europe, the USA, Canada and Australia, need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel
- An ETA costs £20 and lets you visit the UK for up to six months; apply only through GOV.UK or the official UK ETA app
- Each person travelling needs their own ETA, including babies and children
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals who are not eligible for an ETA need a Standard Visitor visa to attend CHEMUK; check your nationality on GOV.UK
- A Standard Visitor visa costs £135 for up to six months, and the earliest you can apply is three months before you travel
- GOV.UK allows visitors to attend trade fairs to promote their business, but you cannot sell things at a trade fair or do paid work for a UK client
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, the same one you used for your ETA or visa
- Your CHEMUK visitor badge confirmation and your hotel booking
- A letter from your employer setting out the business purpose of the trip, in case the Border Force officer asks
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements on GOV.UK before you book.
First time at CHEMUK?
- Visitor registration for 2027 had not opened when we checked; register your interest on the organiser's site to get an alert when it does, and the free visitor badge gives you the exhibition and most of the show's content
- CHEMUK is open to visitors aged 18 and over, so do not plan to bring younger family members or students under 18
- Coming with colleagues? The organiser has offered a team registration form, where it registers everyone and sends the two day badges for you
- Thursday closes at 16:00, an hour earlier than Wednesday, so book last day meetings for the morning
- Use the CHEMUK app and its matchmaking tool to see who is attending and pre-book meetings before you travel
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- With five show zones in one hall, check the floor plan before you go and group your stand visits by zone to save walking
- The conference is free and runs across both days; the 2026 programme covered regulation, PFAS, decarbonisation and supply chain resilience, so check the timetable and book your hotel around the sessions you want
- Campus hotels suit exhibitors with early starts; if they are full, Solihull and the city centre are a short train ride away
CHEMUK travel FAQs
When is CHEMUK 2027?
CHEMUK takes place 19 May to 20 May 2027 at NEC Birmingham in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Where is CHEMUK held?
CHEMUK is held at NEC Birmingham in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The nearest airport is BHX.
Where should I stay for CHEMUK?
The most convenient areas for CHEMUK are NEC & Resorts World, Solihull, Birmingham city centre, Coventry, all close to NEC Birmingham. Book a free-cancellation rate early, as hotels near the venue sell out first.
When and where is CHEMUK 2027?
CHEMUK 2027 runs on Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 May 2027 in Hall 5 at the NEC Birmingham, B40 1NT. It opens 09:30 to 17:00 on Wednesday and 09:30 to 16:00 on Thursday.
Is CHEMUK free to attend?
Yes. The organiser says CHEMUK is free to attend: register for a free visitor badge that gives you access to the exhibition and most of the show's content. It is open to visitors aged 18 and over. Your badge is separate from any hotel booking.
Should I stay at the NEC or in central Birmingham for CHEMUK?
Hotels on the NEC campus, such as the Hilton, Crowne Plaza and the Genting Hotel, are a short walk from the halls, which suits exhibitors and early starts. Central Birmingham has more hotels and restaurants and is a short train ride from Birmingham International, the station next to the NEC.
How do I get to the NEC from Birmingham Airport?
Take the free Air-Rail Link from the upper level of Terminal 1 to Birmingham International station. It runs every two minutes and takes 90 seconds; from the station you head straight through to the NEC.
What is on at CHEMUK?
Five show zones cover chemicals supply, chemicals management (safety, storage, handling, transport and compliance), process and chemical engineering, laboratory equipment and formulated products, with a free conference programme. The 2026 edition had more than 600 exhibitors and over 150 speakers and panellists.
Does CHEMUK have an official hotel partner?
The organiser names an official hotel agent on its website. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with CHEMUK or Easyfairs; we show live rates across many hotels near the NEC so you can compare.
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Which hotels are closest to NEC Birmingham?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 1 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near NEC Birmingham
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travelodge Birmingham Sheldon★★★ | 4.3 km | ~15 min ride | £76 |
| Garner Hotel Birmingham South East by IHG★★★ | 6.8 km | ~23 min ride | £72 |
More hotels close to NEC Birmingham
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Birmingham Metropole★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~6 min walk | £270 |
| Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham★★★★ | 0.6 km | ~9 min walk | £291 |
| Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC by IHG★★★★ | 0.7 km | ~10 min walk | £219 |
| Novotel Birmingham Airport★★★★ | 0.9 km | ~13 min walk | £162 |
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