SALTEX 2026: where to stay by Birmingham's NEC

SALTEX 2026 is the must-attend gathering for professionals who manage sports turf, parks, gardens, golf courses and urban green spaces across the UK. Organised by the Grounds Management Association, it brings over 7,400 industry professionals to Birmingham's NEC — from Premier League head groundskeepers to local authority maintenance teams and highways crews. The show runs across two days, Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 November 2026, with free entry for trade visitors who register in advance. The programme packs more than 30 hours of CPD-accredited education across three stages, with speakers from UEFA, the Premier League, Wimbledon, Lord's and Wembley among others. Over 400 exhibiting companies showcase machinery, tools, technology and solutions for natural, hybrid and synthetic turf, landscaping, arboriculture, horticulture, and the upkeep of parks and road networks. Everything takes place at the NEC Birmingham, well connected to the city centre and the airport. For visitors travelling from outside Birmingham, staying near the NEC cuts down on daily travel and makes it easier to make the most of both show days. This is a strictly trade-focused event, aimed at buyers with purchasing authority and budget.