A venue built for events
The National Conference Centre is one of the UK’s largest and most distinctive venues for conferences, exhibitions, and events. Purpose-built for modern events, the venue offers 13 flexible suites designed to host everything from boardroom meetings for 20 delegates to large-scale conferences and gala dinners for up to 1,000 guests.
Combining contemporary facilities with exceptional service, it’s a venue designed to inspire ideas, bring people together, and deliver events that make an impact.
A Unique Setting
What makes the National Conference Centre truly unique is its setting within the iconic National Motorcycle Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of British motorcycles. With more than 1,000 beautifully restored machines, the museum celebrates the craftsmanship, innovation, and engineering heritage that helped shape British motorcycling.
For event organisers and delegates, it provides a memorable and inspiring backdrop unlike any other conference venue in the UK.
Our Story
The museum first opened its doors in 1984 thanks to the passion and vision of founder Roy Richards. His ambition created not only an extraordinary collection, but also a venue that continues to welcome thousands of visitors and event guests every year.
Today, his legacy lives on under the guardianship of his widow, Christine, alongside her sons Simon and Nick, who continue to champion the vision of creating a destination where heritage, hospitality, and events come together.
At the Heart of the Midlands
Located at M42 Junction 6, the National Conference Centre has always been perfectly placed for bringing people together from across the UK. Over the past 40 years, the area around us has grown into one of the country’s most important business and transport hubs.
With the nearby National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham Airport, and excellent motorway and rail connections, the location has become a thriving gateway to the Midlands and beyond.
While the world around us has evolved, our position at the centre of this vibrant network means we remain exactly where event organisers need us to be, easily accessible, well-connected, and right in the heart of a busy and dynamic region.
Part of a Family of Venues
Alongside the conference centre and museum, the group also owns two nearby hotels: Manor Hotel Solihull in Meriden and Windmill Village Hotel, Golf & Spa. Together, these properties provide comfortable accommodation and extended event options for organisers and delegates, making the venue an ideal choice for multi-day conferences and large-scale events.