For anyone coming for the first time.

Normally by now we would have been sent an info pack which has details like where to go and when. Assuming nothing has changed since last year, here's what I would advise.

Aim to get there for 8am. Everything must be unloaded before the show opens at 9am.

I find the NEC staff to be about as helpful as a chocolate teapot, and getting a loading pass to be more hassle than it's worth. So I would advise park in the carpark nearest to the hall we're in (Hall 3) and walk it over. (Easier with trolleys, help).

Normally passes are handed out by someone from RoboChallenge who's at the entrance (or Hall loading door). If not, there's normally a group of us waiting to go in; as exhibitors aren't allowed in until 8. I assume most will head for the Main Entrance.

This year the NEC seems to be selling priority parking to exhibitors, so make sure you don't mistakenly buy this (unless you want it of course!) We get parking passes once inside, just flash this as you leave the car park at the end of the day.

Site Map:
http://www.thenec.co.uk/media/3161/site-map.pdf

Event Floorplan:
http://www.gadgetshowlive.net/__medi...--8-3-2016.pdf

See you all there!