Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The InstallerShow - National Heating and Plumbing Show is set to take place from June 22 to June 24, 2027, at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK.
This event focuses on the heating and plumbing sectors, showcasing innovations and providing networking opportunities for industry professionals.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: InstallerShow runs from June 22 to June 24, 2027, at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK.
- 2Scale and Focus: This event is a key gathering for professionals in the heating and plumbing sectors, featuring numerous exhibitors and innovative products.
- 3Organiser: The show is organised by Nineteen, with more details available at installershow.com.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, installers, and decision-makers in the heating and plumbing fields.
- 5Entry: Registration is open for interested visitors, with details available on the official website.
Why visit
Visitors will gain insights into the latest innovations in heating and plumbing, network with industry leaders, and attend informative seminars. Dates and Venue: InstallerShow runs from June 22 to June 24, 2027, at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, installers, and decision-makers in the heating and plumbing fields.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience of industry professionals, gain visibility, and generate leads. Scale and Focus: This event is a key gathering for professionals in the heating and plumbing sectors, featuring numerous exhibitors and innovative products. Buyer Authority: Attendees include industry professionals, installers, and decision-makers in the heating and plumbing fields. The InstallerShow is crucial for industry professionals to discover.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Heating engineers and Gas Safe-registered installers specifying boilers, hot water and heating controls
Plumbing and heating contractors sourcing pipework, fittings, bathrooms, wetrooms and drainage
Renewable heating installers working with heat pumps, solar thermal and hybrid systems
Bathroom, kitchen and wetroom fitters plus independent showroom retailers
Facilities, property and maintenance managers responsible for building heating and water services
Specifiers, building services consultants and energy-efficiency advisers
Heating and plumbing merchants, wholesalers and distributors
Apprentices, training providers and trade association representatives
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of heating systems
Plumbing equipment suppliers
Renewable energy technology providers
Trade associations
Construction and building service companies
Consultants in energy efficiency
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Heating systems and components
Plumbing fixtures and fittings
Renewable energy solutions
Water management technologies
Installation tools and equipment
Safety and compliance products
Location & Facilities
Venue
National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Facilities
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at National Exhibition Centre (NEC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Why it matters
Attending InstallerShow - National Heating and Plumbing Show on 2027-06-22 to 2027-06-24 in Birmingham lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Regional supply-chain resilience
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Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · GBP
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Birmingham Airport
Closest and most convenient gateway for InstallerShow, with a short taxi ride or the Air-Rail Link plus signposted route to the NEC halls. Confirm live timings before travel.
Approx. 1-2 km, on the edge of the NEC campus
to venue
Approx. 5-10 min by road; also linked to Birmingham International station by the Air-Rail Link
by car
Coventry Airport
Nearer than the London airports but with limited scheduled commercial service, so check whether flights operate before relying on it.
Approx. 18-20 km
to venue
Approx. 25-35 min by road
by car
East Midlands Airport
A practical regional alternative for UK and European arrivals; allow extra time for the road transfer to the NEC.
Approx. 55-65 km
to venue
Approx. 45-55 min by road via the M42 and A42
by car
London Luton Airport
Works for some low-cost European routes but adds a long road transfer; compare total journey time against BHX before booking.
Approx. 130-140 km
to venue
Approx. 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr by road
by car
London Heathrow Airport
Best for long-haul choice but the furthest gateway; allow a half-day transfer by road or a rail connection via London and confirm timings.
Approx. 155-170 km
to venue
Approx. 2 hr to 2 hr 30 min by road; rail via London is also possible
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
4-star
Not yet confirmed
On the NEC campus; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar, restaurant, room service; guest rating approx. 4.3.
4-star
Not yet confirmed
On the NEC campus; breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), indoor pool, hot tub, air conditioning, pet-friendly, fitness centre; guest rating approx. 4.0.
3-star
Not yet confirmed
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, bar, restaurant, accessible; guest rating approx. 4.1.
3-star
Not yet confirmed
Budget option close to BHX with breakfast (paid); guest rating approx. 3.9.
4-star
Not yet confirmed
Breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, parking (paid), air conditioning, bar, restaurant, room service; guest rating approx. 4.0.
3-star
Not yet confirmed
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bar; guest rating approx. 4.0, a budget city-centre base with a train connection to Birmingham International.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
rail
Estimated costEUR 10–20 / USD 12–25 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forBirmingham International station to the NEC (Air-Rail Link)
The Air-Rail Link connects Birmingham Airport to Birmingham International station, and the NEC is signposted from there. Trains from Birmingham New Street and London Euston also stop at Birmingham International.
train
Estimated costEUR 10–20 / USD 12–25 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forLondon Euston to Birmingham International
Direct intercity services run to Birmingham International for the NEC; booking advance tickets usually cuts the fare, and the NEC is a short link or walk from the station.
bus
Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue
Best forLocal bus services to the NEC and Birmingham Airport
West Midlands bus services serve the airport and NEC area; contactless or a day ticket is the usual way to pay.
taxi
Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue
Best forBirmingham Airport (BHX) to National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
A licensed taxi or ride-hail from BHX to the NEC is a short journey given the proximity; follow signs to the correct NEC pick-up and drop-off point.
taxi
Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue
Best forBirmingham city centre to the NEC
City-centre taxis take longer in peak traffic; the train to Birmingham International is often quicker during show hours.
parking
Estimated costNEC parking is charged; confirm the current daily rate before travel.
Best forNEC on-site car parks
The NEC has several large on-site car parks with pay-on-entry or pre-book options; note the postcode for your chosen car park and the hall you are visiting.
taxi
Estimated costGBP 35–70 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forCoventry Airport (CVT) to National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Approx. 25-35 min by road; Nearer than the London airports but with limited scheduled commercial service, so check whether flights operate before relying on it.
taxi
Estimated costGBP 35–70 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forEast Midlands Airport (EMA) to National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Approx. 45-55 min by road via the M42 and A42; A practical regional alternative for UK and European arrivals; allow extra time for the road transfer to the NEC.
Weather
InstallerShow 2027 falls in late June, when Birmingham in the West Midlands is typically mild and changeable; expect daytime highs around 18-21°C and overnight lows around 10-12°C, with showery spells on some days rather than a guaranteed dry week. These are typical bands only, so check the short-range forecast before travelling and plan for both bright spells and showers.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
UK mobile networks including EE, Vodafone, O2 and Three provide good coverage in Birmingham, and prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available for short-stay visitors; UK networks resumed roaming charges for many EU plans, so check your provider. NEC and exhibitor Wi-Fi availability varies by hall, so confirm coverage with the organiser or your stand host before relying on it for live demos or streaming.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Smart casual is typical at UK trade shows; some live demonstration areas may require safety footwear or hi-vis, so check with exhibitors before entering those zones.
Trade etiquette
Installers, merchants and suppliers often meet informally over coffee, and exchanging business cards with a clear follow-up plan works well on the NEC floor.
Language and units
English is the working language, and product data is usually presented in metric units with UK building-regulation and MCS references.
Badge collection and timing
Arrive early on day one to collect your badge and orient yourself in the NEC halls before the busiest mid-morning and early-afternoon hours.
Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory in the UK and a service charge is often already included in restaurant bills.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: BHX
Fly into Birmingham Airport (BHX) where possible; it sits beside the NEC campus and is the quickest gateway for InstallerShow 2027. London Heathrow (LHR) offers more long-haul choice but adds roughly a 2-2.5 hr road or rail transfer via London, and East Midlands (EMA) or London Luton (LTN) can work for UK and European routes if the combined transfer time suits. Book well ahead for late-June travel and confirm schedules and fares, since the captured sample itineraries did not show prices.
Hotels
Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.
Check-in (recommended)
2027-06-22
Check-out (recommended)
2027-06-24
Areas to stay
Two practical zones: the NEC/Birmingham Airport cluster directly at the venue (Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC, Hilton Birmingham Metropole, Premier Inn Birmingham NEC Airport, Travelodge Birmingham Airport) and Birmingham city centre (Travelodge Birmingham Central Bull Ring, Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre, Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - Snow Hill).
4 star
Not yet confirmed
4 star
Not yet confirmed
3 star
Not yet confirmed
3 star
Not yet confirmed
4 star
Not yet confirmed
3 star
Not yet confirmed
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Birmingham Airport (BHX): Approx. 5-10 min by road; also linked to Birmingham International station by the Air-Rail Link; Coventry Airport (CVT): Approx. 25-35 min by road; East Midlands Airport (EMA): Approx. 45-55 min by road via the M42 and A42; London Luton Airport (LTN): Approx. 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr by road. Allow road or rail time to National Exhibition Centre (NEC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near National Exhibition Centre (NEC): Crowne Plaza Birmingham NEC by IHG; Hilton Birmingham Metropole; Premier Inn Birmingham NEC Airport hotel.
Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and Ola operate in Birmingham, and ride-hailing works well for airport, hotel and city-centre transfers to the NEC. Pick-up and drop-off points at the NEC are signposted, and demand spikes when the halls empty, so book ahead or allow a short wait at peak times. Confirm app availability and pricing before you travel.
Public transit: West Midlands Railway serves Birmingham International station, which links to the NEC by the Air-Rail Link; trains from Birmingham New Street take roughly 10-15 min and intercity services from London Euston also stop there. Journey examples from Birmingham city centre to the National Exhibition Centre are around 28-34 min door to door. Confirm current timetables, fares and any engineering works with the operator before travel.
Parking: On-site parking is available at the NEC across several large car parks, with pay-on-entry or pre-book options; note the postcode for your chosen car park for sat-nav and follow signs to the correct hall. The NEC is a big site, so allow time to park and walk to the halls. Confirm current daily rates and hall access on the NEC or organiser site before travel.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: June 2027
Temperature: Typical late-June days in Birmingham range around 11-21°C, with overnight lows near 10-12°C and daytime highs near 18-21°C. These are climatological bands, not a forecast, so confirm the current outlook before you travel.
Seasonality: June in the West Midlands is changeable and showery rather than reliably dry, with monthly rainfall typically around 60-70 mm spread over roughly half the days. Plan for intermittent rain and brighter spells within the same show week and check the forecast nearer the time.
Packing: Pack light layers, a compact waterproof jacket or umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes for the large NEC halls. Evenings can feel cool after mild days, and the venue can be air-conditioned, so a mid-layer is useful for a day split between halls and city-centre meetings.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at InstallerShow - National Heating and Plumbing Show usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Networking spots
2InstallerShow - National Heating and Plumbing Show registration concourse
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Per diem × 2£150.00
Estimated total£150.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether InstallerShow - National Heating and Plumbing Show fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4–8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published — confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3–6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources — confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Min. budget
Not yet confirmed
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)
- A heat pump that draws low-grade heat from outside air to provide space heating and hot water; a core product family at the show as UK grants and standards push low-carbon heating.
- Ground Source Heat Pump (GSHP)
- A heat pump that extracts heat from loops buried in the ground or in water; needs external space and suits larger retrofit or new-build projects.
- MCS Certification
- The Microgeneration Certification Scheme, the UK quality standard installers hold so customers can access some renewable-heat incentives.
- Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
- A UK government grant scheme that subsidises eligible low-carbon heating installations such as heat pumps.
- Boiler Plus
- An English building-regulation requirement that new gas boiler installations include specific time and temperature controls or efficiency measures.
- Part L and Part F
- Parts of the UK Building Regulations covering energy efficiency in homes (Part L) and ventilation (Part F).
- Future Homes Standard
- Planned UK standards to make new homes more energy efficient and ready for low-carbon heating.
- Heat Interface Unit (HIU)
- Equipment in communal and district heating systems that transfers heat and hot water from a central plant to each dwelling.
- Thermostatic Radiator Valve (TRV)
- A valve that adjusts radiator flow automatically to maintain a set room temperature; a common heating controls item.
- Underfloor Heating (UFH)
- Heating delivered by pipework or cable laid beneath the floor, often paired with heat pumps because it works at low flow temperatures.
- Unvented Cylinder
- A sealed hot-water storage cylinder fed directly from the mains, giving high flow rates without a cold-water tank in the loft.
- MVHR
- Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery, a whole-home ventilation system that recovers heat from extracted air.
- Legionella control
- Design and maintenance measures that keep Legionella bacteria out of hot and cold water services in buildings.
- Hydrogen-ready boiler
- A gas boiler built to be convertible to run on 100 percent hydrogen in future, linked to the wider hydrogen blending debate.
- Smart heating controls
- Connected thermostats and zoning controls that let users schedule and modulate heating, often bundled with boiler and heat pump packages.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- InstallerShow 2027
- InstallerShow Birmingham
- National Heating and Plumbing Show
- National Heating and Plumbing Show 2027
- InstallerShow NEC Birmingham
- heating and plumbing show Birmingham
- heating systems expo Birmingham
- plumbing fixtures fair UK
- renewable energy solutions expo Birmingham
- water management technologies show
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