Major UK Exhibition Venues


Here are some of the leading UK exhibition venues at which large trade shows and exhibitions take place.  From our nationwide distribution hubs, Eventex is able to effectively and efficiently service these locations.

ExCeL, London

The Exhibition Centre London (ExCeL) is a stunning exhibition arena location in South East London, adjacent to Canary Wharf and London City Airport on a 100 acre site. It was originally opened in 2000 and holds numerous trade and consumer shows across the course of the year, including exhibitions, conferences, concerts, weddings and religious events. In recent years, it has become the registration point for the London Marathon. In 2014, ExCeL welcomed its 20 millionth visitor to the site.

Eventex Furniture, from our London distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at ExCeL London.


Olympia, London

Originally opened back in 1886 as the National Agricultural Hall, Olympia London is an exhibitions venue located in West Kensington in London.  The impressive and iconic Grand Hall in which many exhibitions are held today is said to be the largest building in the UK covered by one span of iron and glass.  Olympia London today has 4 event venues and a conference centre.

Eventex Furniture, from our London distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at London Olympia.


Alexandra Palace, London

Fondly nicknamed “Ally Pally”, the Alexandra Palace in North London is a historic entertainments venue that was originally built in 1873, but then rebuilt in 1875 following a devastating fire. It was built to provide North London with an equivalent to South London’s Crystal Palace, and you can enjoy some stunning panoramic views of North London and the city of London from this venue. It has been used extensively by the BBC over the years and the iconic transmission mast is indeed still in operation today. Alexandra Palace’s Great Hall and West Hall today are extensively used for events, exhibitions, concerts and conferences.

Eventex Furniture, from our London distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Alexandra Palace.


Tobacco Dock, London

An historic Grade I listed building in the East end of London, Tobacco Dock was originally built in 1811 and is today used for large corporate and commercial events and exhibitions.

Eventex Furniture, from our London distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Tobacco Dock.


Old Billingsgate, London

This historic venue was the world’s largest fish market back in the 19th Century but is today a stunning hospitality, events and exhibitions venue in the City of London.

Eventex Furniture, from our London distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Old Billingsgate.


NEC Birmingham

The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham is the UK’s #1 venue for trade and consumer shows, and the 7th largest exhibition centre in Europe. Located next to the M42, Birmingham International Airport and Birmingham International Railway Station, it has excellent transport links within the UK and abroad.  The NEC was originally opened by HM The Queen in 1976 and has 20 interconnecting halls, with the whole site covering in the region of 611 acres. The NEC holds around 140 events each year, attracting over 2 million visitors each year.

Eventex Furniture, from our Walsall distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Birmingham NEC.


Telford International Centre
Located in Shropshire just off the M54 motorway is the Telford International Centre. This is a modern and versatile large events centre with an unbranded interior, offering over 15,000 square metres of event space.  With hotels adjacent to the venue, it is also located 2 minutes walk from the Southwater complex which comprises cinemas, restaurants, bars and other facilities. 

Eventex Furniture, from our Walsall distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Telford International Centre.


Manchester Central Convention Centre

This historic exhibition and conference centre is a Grade II listed building, situated in the city of Manchester, and was formerly the Manchester Central Railway Station. It was re-opened in 1982 as the Manchester G-Mex Centre and was the city’s premier music venue for many years until the opening of the Manchester Arena. It was refitted in 2008 to become a dedicated venue for conferences and exhibitions.

Eventex Furniture, from our Manchester distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Manchester Central Convention Centre.


Event City Manchester

Having opened in 2011, Event City – located near the Trafford Centre – is the 2nd largest exhibition space in the UK outside of London.  Event City is home to a range of well-known exhibitions throughout the year and has certainly established itself as one of the country’s leading exhibition venues.

Eventex Furniture, from our Manchester distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Event City Manchester.


Royal Armouries Leeds

The Royal Armouries is an exhibition space with a difference. Perfectly positioned in Leeds, it is a museum which also has the ability to offer temporary exhibitions.

Eventex Furniture, from our Bradford distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Royal Armouries Leeds.


Harrogate International Centre

Located in Harrogate in North Yorkshire, the Harrogate International Centre is a well-known convention and exhibition centre. It comprises 8 exhibition halls offering around 18,000 square metres of exhibition space along with a variety of hotels in site.

Eventex Furniture, from our Bradford distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Harrogate International Centre.


Yorkshire Event Centre

The Yorkshire Event Centre is a UK unique event centre located in Harrogate. It has two main exhibition halls and over 250 acres of outdoor space and a purpose built conference and banqueting suite.
  
Eventex Furniture, from our Bradford distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at the Yorkshire Event Centre.


Ricoh Arena, Coventry

Conveniently, located on the outskirts of Coventry in the Midlands, the Ricoh Arena is much more than a sports stadium.  It also boasts a 6,000 square metres exhibition hall, a hotel and a casino.

Eventex Furniture, from our Walsall distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at the Ricoh Arena.


Exhibition Centre, Liverpool

Opened in 2015, this 8,000 square metres facility located on Liverpool waterfront is the only purpose built interconnected arena, convention centre and exhibition facility in the UK. 

Eventex Furniture, from our Manchester distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Exhibition Centre, Liverpool.

NAEC Stoneleigh
Previously known as the National Agricultural Centre, and located in Warwickshire, this venue covers around 800 acres and includes an exhibition and conference centre.

Eventex Furniture, from our Walsall distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at the NAEC Stoneleigh.

Old Trafford Cricket Ground Manchester
The historic home of Lancashire County Cricket Club, this venue in Manchester also offers exhibition space for businesses in the North West of England.

Eventex Furniture, from our Manchester distribution centre, is perfectly positioned to be able to service exhibitions at Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester.