Frequently asked questions
Venue
The AoC Annual Conference and Exhibition is held at the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Birmingham, UK.
The ICC
8 Centenary Square
Birmingham
B1 2EA
0121 644 5025
Travel information is available on the venue's website.
Accessibility
The ICC is accessible to wheelchair users via both ramps and lifts. Tactile signage is also fitted in the majority of lifts.
Assistance dogs are always welcome at the ICC, however we recommend not bringing them along to any events that could be particularly noisy.
An induction loop system, which can be linked to visitors’ hearing aids, is operated in selected halls at the ICC.
You’ll find unisex, wheelchair-accessible toilets throughout the ICC, located on levels 2 and 3 of the Mall.
Blue Badge Parking and accessible parking bays are available in the car parks at our neighbouring sister venue Utilita Arena Birmingham (King Edward’s Road, B1 2AA).
For any disability parking issues, call us on (+44) 0121 200 2000 and select option 5.
In the event of a medical emergency, please notify a member of Security or any member of staff for assistance.
It’s important to us that everyone visiting the ICC has the best possible experience the moment they arrive in Birmingham. For more information on blue badge parking, public transport guides and more, click here.