Visitors' information

Seminars

(FREE of charge to all visitors)

Visitors are invited to attend Moda's free series of seminars. Taking place in the catwalk theatre to the rear of hall 17, this season's seminar programme will provide practical advice on how to tackle the hottest retail issues.

Shape up with shapewear Trinny and Susannah are simply the most high-profile and best TV style gurus, and they will be hosting a special half hour shapewear show at Moda on Monday 22nd February, which will be followed by a question and answer session. Make sure you get there early as it’s guaranteed to be standing room only! When? Monday 22nd February - 10.45am		Made you look For the past 25 years, Helen Goodwin and Janet Billings have worked with a whole host of stores, ranging from small independents to the major multi nationals. Whatever the size of store the goal has always been the same – making the most of their display. The two have now joined forces to launch visual display training company Made You Look Made You Stare!, and at Moda will be revealing how effective display can enable retailers to raise their profiles and increase return on investment. When? Sunday 21st February - 12.30pm
Is multichannel the future of retail? What Nick Pratt doesn’t know about trading online isn’t worth knowing. This ecommerce solutions expert from Sitemakers will be discussing how to understand your online audience, and the future of multichannel retail. Visitors to the show can also enter a competition to win a full ecommerce system and support for 12 months, worth over £10,000. When? Sunday 21st (10.45am) & Monday 22nd February (1.00pm)		The art and science of buying Thierry Bayle is director of fashion retail management company Management One, and for over 20 years has been helping small independent fashion retailers make the most of their buying and accurately predict the levels of stock they need for maximum profit. At Moda, Thierry will reveal how to forecast sales with 90% accuracy, and offer realistic solutions to improve your business. When? Monday 22nd February - 3.00pm

Catwalk Show

The Moda Catwalk sees two spectacular shows running throughout the three days, with Moda’s womenswear and menswear show alternating with the hottest looks in swimwear and lingerie. The catwalk shows are free of charge to all visitors.

The Moda Party

MONDAY 22 FEBRUARY 2010, BRITANNIA SUITE, NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM

The Moda Party is back for February 2010 at the brand new venue of the National Motorcycle Museum, just a few
minutes away from the NEC Halls, with a drinks reception and three course meal will
be followed by live music and dancing through until the small hours

Tickets will not be available on site, so reserve your place now by contacting Trudi
on + 44 1484 846069. Tickets are priced at £28 + VAT per person or £250 + VAT for a
table of 10. BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW.

Accommodation

Moda has negotiated preferential rates at numerous hotels both on and off-site, in close proximity to the NEC and in the city centre. To take advantage of these rates please make sure you arrange your room requirements through the Official Booking Agents: visit Reservation Highway Accommodation Service, call +44 (0)1423 525577 or e-mail admin@reservation-highway.co.uk.

Travel

The NEC, the busiest exhibition centre in Europe, and the most central, purpose-built venue in the UK, has all your needs covered. Conveniently situated at the heart of the country, the NEC is serviced by the most comprehensive infrastructure, including road rail and air, with ample free parking for those choosing to drive.

The NEC, Birmingham

How to get there

By Road

Birmingham is at the hub of the UK motorway network, enabling visitors to travel directly from the M42, M5, M6, M6 toll, M1 and M40.

The M6 toll is an entirely new motorway, north and east of Birmingham. The motorway is a 27 mile, dual 3-lane carriageway between Junctions 4 and 11 of the M6. Providing fast, effective, relief from the M6. To find out more visit www.necgroup.co.uk

By Rail

Wherever you're coming from, the easiest way to get to The NEC is by rail. Whatever you're coming to see, the train drops you right at our door - because The NEC has its own station, Birmingham International is linked directly to The NEC by a covered walkway - you don't even have to go outside.

Please check timetable information before departing.
Phone National Rail enquiries on +44 (0) 8457 48 49 50

By Air

More than 20 international airlines serve Birmingham International Airport, which is conveniently situated a few minutes from The NEC. Together they provide scheduled flights from 34 destinations in the UK, Europe and North America. The group's venues are also easily accessible from London Heathrow, London Gatwick and other regional airports.

The new SkyRail provides a direct rail link from the Airport to The NEC.

To find out about availability of flights call: 0870 733 5511 or visit the Birmingham International web site.

Other Airport distances from Birmingham:

East Midlands 40 miles (64km)
Manchester International 82 miles (132km)
London Luton 91 miles (146km)
London Heathrow 110 miles (177km)
London Gatwick 146 miles (235km)

Information for Disabled Visitors

Find information on access and parking, toilets, hearing assistance, medical facilities, mobility equipment hire at the NEC here www.thenec.co.uk/planningavisit/disabledvisitors.