Photo: National Exhibition Centre / Google MapsSpring Fair Birmingham 2027 Hotels and Accommodation
Spring Fair 2027 runs 7 to 10 February at NEC Birmingham, Birmingham. About 40,000 visitors
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Where to stay for Spring Fair 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.
Spring Fair, the UK's big home and gift trade show, returns to the NEC Birmingham from Sunday 7 to Wednesday 10 February 2027. It is open 09:00-18:00 on the first three days and 09:00-16:00 on the Wednesday, with free tickets for retail buyers and industry professionals and more than 1,500 wholesale brands on the floor. The 2026 show was reported at about 40,000 visitors from 124 countries. The NEC is outside the city, next to Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International station, so the first choice for Spring Fair Birmingham hotels is simple: stay on the NEC campus, or base yourself in central Birmingham, Solihull or Coventry and travel in by train. Rooms on site go first, especially for Saturday and Sunday nights. This page shows live hotel rates near the venue for your dates, so you can weigh a walk to the halls against city-centre choice and prices.
Popular areas for attendees: NEC & Resorts World · Solihull · Birmingham city centre · Coventry.
- Birmingham hotels for Spring Fair sorted by distance to the NEC, from on-site hotels to Solihull and the city centre
- Live rates for 7-10 February 2027, with dates you can change if you are buying for one day or exhibiting all four
- Free-cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while buying-team plans settle
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus an exhibitor or buying-team group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 7 Feb to 10 Feb 2027
- Venue
- NEC Birmingham
- City
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Airport
- BHX
- Attendance
- About 40,000 visitors
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Hotels near NEC Birmingham for Spring Fair 2027
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Rates shown for the event window, Sat, Feb 6 → Thu, Feb 11 (arrive the day before, leave the day after), 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 Spring Fair
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Where should you eat during Spring Fair?
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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Photo: Miller & Carter Mailbox / Google MapsMiller & Carter
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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Photo: Vietnamese Street Kitchen / Google Maps
Photo: Kavita Favelle / Google MapsVietnamese Street Kitchen
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 Spring Fair: 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 Spring Fair?
From Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- The free Air-Rail Link connects the airport terminal with Birmingham International station in about 90 seconds
- From the station, the NEC halls are a short walk, so you can be at the show soon after landing
- Long-haul visitors landing at London or Manchester airports can continue to Birmingham International by train
- Taxis are available at the airport, though the Air-Rail Link and a short walk are usually quicker
By rail and road
- Birmingham International is on the West Coast Main Line, with direct trains from London Euston in about 70 minutes
- Trains from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham International take about 10 minutes
- The NEC sits beside the M42 and close to the M6; visitor parking is free for Spring Fair, with shuttles from the car parks to the halls
- If you have not pre-booked parking, validate your ticket at the Pay on Foot machines inside the NEC
How do you get around during Spring Fair?
Getting to the NEC each day
- Hotels on the NEC campus, including those at Resorts World, let you walk to the halls
- From central Birmingham, local and intercity trains run frequently from New Street to Birmingham International
- Solihull and Coventry also have frequent trains to Birmingham International
- Shuttle buses run from all NEC car parks to the main exhibition halls
Around Birmingham
- The city centre's Colmore Row, Brindleyplace and the Jewellery Quarter offer most of the restaurants and bars
- West Midlands Metro trams run through the centre, linking New Street with the Jewellery Quarter and Broad Street
- Trains from Birmingham International back to New Street run late, but check the last service if you plan a late evening at the NEC
- February is cold and often wet, so bring a coat for the walk between the station and halls
Do you need a visa for Spring Fair?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- British and Irish citizens do not need a visa or an ETA
- Most visitors who do not need a visa, including EU, US, Canadian, Australian and Japanese nationals, must hold a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel
- An ETA costs £20, covers multiple visits of up to six months and lasts two years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first
- Most ETA decisions arrive within minutes in the UK ETA app, but the Home Office advises applying at least three working days before travel; without one, your airline or ferry can refuse boarding
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals of countries such as India, China, Nigeria and Pakistan need a Standard Visitor visa to attend Spring Fair
- Apply online on GOV.UK and book a biometrics appointment at a visa application centre; allow several weeks, longer in busy seasons
- Visitors may attend trade fairs, meetings and conferences, but may not take up paid work or sell goods directly to the public
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, the same one used for your ETA or visa
- Your Spring Fair registration confirmation and hotel booking, in case the Border Force officer asks about your visit
- A letter from your employer setting out the business purpose of the trip and who is paying for it
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements on GOV.UK before you book.
First time at Spring Fair?
- Register for your free trade ticket online before you travel and keep the confirmation on your phone
- The show runs Sunday to Wednesday, and Wednesday closes at 16:00, so plan last-day orders for the morning
- Map out the halls and product areas you need; with more than 1,500 brands, browsing without a plan eats days
- Bring business cards and your company details for placing orders; many suppliers offer show-only terms
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- On-campus hotels go early for Saturday and Sunday nights; Solihull is a good fallback and a short trip away
- A city-centre hotel near New Street gives you more choice for evenings and a quick train to the NEC
- The final day closes early, so it is a calmer window for follow-up conversations with exhibitors
Spring Fair travel FAQs
Where is Spring Fair held?
Spring Fair is held at NEC Birmingham in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The nearest airport is BHX.
Where should I stay for Spring Fair?
The most convenient areas for Spring Fair 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.
Should I stay near the Spring Fair venue or in central Birmingham?
Staying on the NEC campus means you can walk to the halls, which suits exhibitors and buyers doing long days. Central Birmingham has far more hotels and restaurants and is about 10 minutes from Birmingham International by train, so it is a good choice if on-site rooms are full or you want evenings in the city.
How do I get to the NEC for Spring Fair?
Take a train to Birmingham International, which is next to the NEC; services from Birmingham New Street take about 10 minutes and direct trains from London Euston about 70 minutes. If you fly into Birmingham Airport, the free Air-Rail Link takes you to the station.
Is parking free at Spring Fair?
Yes. The organiser offers free parking for visitors, with shuttles from the car parks to the halls. If you have not pre-booked, validate your ticket at the Pay on Foot machines inside the NEC.
Who can attend Spring Fair?
Spring Fair is a retail trade show; tickets are free for retail buyers and industry professionals who register online.
Can I change the hotel dates?
Yes. You can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search to match your own schedule, whether you are visiting for one day or exhibiting for all four.
Can you help with Spring Fair exhibitor accommodation for a team?
Yes. Tell us your dates and how many rooms you need through the enquiry form and we will send a group quote within 24 hours.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official Spring Fair portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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