Visitor FAQs

How do I register for the event?

Registration is free to attend by all trade visitors.

Register Free

Does my UK Construction Week pass get me into Grand Designs Live?

Your UK Construction Week (UKCW) pass gets you free access into Grand Designs Live on the 9 - 10 October 2019 only. Please do not turn up on the 11 - 13 October 2019 with your UKCW pass as you will not be permitted free entry.

What are the opening hours of the event?

Tuesday 8th October: 10:00 - 17.00 (Includes Concrete Expo)
Wednesday 9th October: 10:00 – 17:00 (Includes Concrete Expo and Grand Designs Live)
Thursday 10th October: 10:00 – 17:00 (Includes Grand Designs Live)

Getting to the event

The NEC is located in the centre of the UK offering a number of different options of travel including local buses, trains and Birmingham International Airport.

View all of the travel options here.

What are the parking options?

Standard parking at the NEC is £16, from 5 October, for on the day payment. View all of the NEC parking options.

What halls of the NEC is the show?

Please head to the halls 9 - 12 for UK Construction Week 2019.

Are students allowed into UK Construction Week?

UK Construction Week is primarily a business to business event for construction professionals. Student places to visit UK Construction Week are limited. We require 1 tutor to accompany five students around the show. Please register yourself and your students to be considered and we will review your application. Please fill in out student enquiry form as places are limited.

Student Enquiry Form