Address:Manchester Central Convention ComplexPetersfield, ManchesterM2 3GX
Venue & Travel Info
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Where: Manchester Central
When: Tuesday 15 September 2026 – 9.00am – 5.00pm (last entry 4.00pm)
After Party: From 5.00pm
Getting to Manchester Central
Manchester Central is an iconic venue in the heart of Manchester. We’re right in the centre of the UK and easy to reach via Manchester’s extensive multi-modal transport network.
Travelling by rail
It takes a little over two hours to reach Manchester from London and Manchester also has direct connections to most major UK cities.
Services arrive at Manchester Piccadilly or Victoria stations where passengers can connect with Metrolink trams for easy access to the city centre. Manchester Central is a 20 minute walk from Piccadilly Station or just five minutes by taxi.
Alternatively, catch a connecting train to Oxford Road Station – just five minutes from Manchester Central on foot.
Travel time by train to Manchester from:
- London: 2h 9m
- Birmingham: 1h 30m
- Newcastle: 2h 37m
- Edinburgh: 3h 34m
- Glasgow: 3h 16m
- Bristol: 2h 59m
Travelling by car
If using a satellite navigation system – please follow the postcode M2 3GX.
Parking
There is a 24-hour NCP car park directly below Manchester Central. It has 720 spaces including 18 disabled parking bays and three electric vehicle charging points. There is direct access to Manchester Central by lift, stairs and escalator. Please note that Manchester Central NCP has a 1.98 m height limit. Parking needs to be pre-booked at least 24hours in advance of the arrival date using the promo code MCEXHIB16 which will allow for up to 24hours parking for £16.
Manchester Central NCP
Lower Mosley Street
Manchester
M2 3GX.
Disabled Access
The exhibition space is on the ground floor/street level and accessible by wheelchair. Find out more.
WiFi
Manchester Central has free, fast WiFi which is suitable for browsing, social media, and email.
Food Options
Grab and go options are available at the Sage Intacct café. Coffee and hot food are available at various points on the show floor.
Water Refills
Don't forget your water bottle! There are water refill points located in the foyer and at the Xero Lounge.
Hearing Loops
Theatres 1-4 have hearing loop systems in place.
Accommodation
To secure the best available accommodation within your budget, we recommend you book as early as possible.
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