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Events previews from around the region
Autosport International
Events
As Europe’s largest motorsport show, Autosport International is a must-attend
event both for motorsport fans and industry professionals. From Karting to Formula 1, visitors can check out racecar displays and catch up with a host of motorsport stars. Show attractions include: the UK’s largest
indoor racing track, the Live Action Arena, in which thrill-seekers can enjoy live racing and stunt drivers; the F1 Racing Display, where fans can see modern F1 cars; and the Autosport Stage, the place to head for to enjoy interviews with the stars of motorsport.
The National Running Show
British Basketball Cup Finals
Meet The Makers Weekend
NEC, Birmingham, Sat 22 & Sun 23 January
Utilita Arena Birmingham, Sun 30 January
Compton Verney, Warwickshire, Sat 22 & Sun 23 January
NEC, Birmingham, Thurs 13 - Sun 16 January
The two top teams from the elite men’s and women’s British Basketball League here battle it out for one of the UK game’s most coveted pieces of silverware. Courtside entertainment comes courtesy of live music, cheerleaders and the hugely popular Slam Dunk contest. Catering for runners of all levels, The National Running Show features 250-plus exhibitors offering kit, tech and nutrition to take your running to the next level. Visitors can pick up expert advice via workshops at The Run Clinic or treat themselves to a massage from one of the highly experienced therapists in The Treatment Room. Some of the biggest stars from the running world will be making appearances over the weekend too, including Jonnie Peacock MBE, Lord Sebastian Coe, Scott Jurek and Carla Molinaro.
To dovetail with Compton Verney’s exhibition commemorating British woodcarver Grinling Gibbons, visitors to the venue can meet the award-winning carvers behind the show, including Sarah Davis (pictured). There’s also a series of talks to enjoy, revealing the hidden stories of the parkland’s ancient trees and providing the opportunity to learn more about the use of wood in the collections. Live performances from Warwickshire Baroque and the chance for children to try their hand at producing a linocut also feature. whatsonlive.co.uk 59
