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Event Venue

The British Motor Show

Show Centre, Etps Rd, Farnborough GU14 6FD, UK

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About The British Motor Show

Experience the excitement of Britain's automotive heritage at this dynamic motor exhibition in Farnborough, featuring impressive vehicle displays with facilities including onsite parking, dining and full accessibility.

What's nearby

  • Hall 1 next door
  • Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre next door
  • Aviator Hampshire 150m away
  • Brasserie at Aviator 150m away
  • Grazely Vets, Farnborough 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Free car park
  • ✓Paid car park

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet
  • ✓Accessible seating

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

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What visitors say

James Glanville

What a great family day out. There is so much to see and do. Lots of cars/ stands and fantastic entertainment through out the whole day. Would highly recommend to anyone that loves cars. Transport from car park to main arena was also excellent.

· via Google

Phil

The event is well organised, we managed to get in to the car park without queuing and on to the bus straight away. From parking to arriving at the venue took about 15 minutes. The gates to the venue do not open until 10am (Saturday) we arrived about 0915 so had quite a wait. There were some entertainment whilst queuing (Bumble Bee, magician and a lady on stilts as well as The British Army band) There's lots to see inside the venue with various stalls selling things such as car cleaning products, car wraps, gin, rum, art and various food stalls. There are electric cars that you can sit in and some you can test drive such as Tesla, BYD and Ford. The main arena outside had drifting and stunts and there's another smaller arena at the opposite end to the entrance that showcased drifting too. There are various food and drink stalls throughout the arena inside and out. Plenty of toilets inside. It is a long day with a lot of walking, and one thing they could have done better is to have seating areas as there is no seating at the arenas so I'd advise bringing a small camping stool. There was a max power area inside the venue at the opposite end to the entrance as well as some old classics outside. There were various car celebrities there such as Mark McCann who brought a few cars, Fuzz Townshend and Tim Shaw. Overall very good value for money and not too expensive a day.

· via Google

Great event,the outdoor area especially the car drifting show was fantastic, I'm concerned about the lack of some proper ICE cars in the indoor exposition....the madness of the electric cars will doom this event and many more similar soon unless we do a quick U turn on this electric madness. Is pointless to go and see multiple EVs practically looking all the same with all big touch screens....BORINGGGGGGG...bring back proper gauges and proper ICE cars not silly electric toys.

· via Google

Elena Bradbury

What a day! What an event! We have been coming from Notts every year. Last year and the current one are absolutely outstanding. This year we walked in at 10am and left after 5pm. There so much to see and to take part. Usually we come for a day but after this year we are planning to book 2 days. Great choice of the location. Sadly this year no designated area for electric vehicles as there was last year. Overall - great success!

· via Google

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Visitors say this car show offers a wide variety of classic and modern cars, exciting stunt shows, and interactive experiences like test drives. They also highlight the event's excellent organization, family-friendly atmosphere, and good value for money.

Some reviews mention the show can be less extensive than in previous years.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
International Exhibition & Conference Centre Gate B, Etps Road, Farnborough, GU14 6TQ Get directions
Category
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Guest rating
4.2 / 5 (205 reviews)
Suitable for
All Ages
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Toilets on site
Yes
Destination
Farnborough