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Visitor information
Opening times
Wednesday 10 May 2023 8:30am – 5pm
Thursday 11 May 2023 8:30am – 5pm
Arriving by car or motorcycle
Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre is off the A325, accessible from the M3 (J4) and A31. Access to the event will be via Gate F, For Sat Nav use the postcode GU14 6TQ. Or What3Words: ///remind.clap.decreased
Arriving by foot or bicycle
Use Gate B, on Trenchard Way, follow the brown signs above. There is not a postcode for this gate, so use What3Words: ///safety.homes.taxi
Disabled facilities
There are accessible toilets across the show site and medical assistance from the onsite Medical Centre. While we do not allow animals on site, guide and assistance dogs are welcome.
EV charging
In partnership with Rolec, the Venue has 18 x 22kWh charging points available in Car Park 1 & 4. Once onsite, please follow the signs to the charging areas. Please ensure you bring your portable charging cable with you to connect directly to the Rolec unit. The monta app can be downloaded in advance to join the smart queue and save your place at one of the charge points.
Catering
There are several catering facilities across the show site. There is the EV Cafe supported by Geotab, myenergi, The AA, Churchill, EV Civils Solutions and PlugMeIn and the Cold Chain Hub Café both located in the exhibition hall as well as a Recharge café in the registration foyer. Drinking water is available from all catering outlets.
Arriving by taxi
Local taxi drivers are familiar with the access routes and are able to drop off at the venue. Taxis from outside the borough of Rushmoor must come through Gate F.
Arriving by rail
Farnborough Main is the primary station and is the quickest station to get to/from London Waterloo. A FREE electric shuttle bus direct to the venue runs to/from the station throughout the day.
Disabled access
There is a disabled car park onsite for blue badge holders. Access is via Gate F. Please display your blue badge in your car as you approach and you will be directed to the disabled car park. Spaces are first- come, first-served. Should all the spaces be full, you will be directed to an alternative car park. Please ensure your carer has also registered to attend the show.
Free Wi-Fi
There is free Wi-Fi in Hall 1.
First Aid
In the event of injury or illness, locate the Medical Centre within Hall 1 or contact any of the Organisers or Security Staff who will arrange assistance.
Cloakrooms
There is a small cloakroom onsite that is first-come, first-served basis. We advise you to leave items in your vehicle if possible.
Prayer room
A multi-faith prayer room is in Hall 1,
Smoking
In line with UK law, smoking is limited to certain outdoor areas. Smoking is not permitted in any enclosed space i.e. halls or cafes, or in close proximity to the display vehicles.