Formerly Resorts World Arena
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Parking at bp pulse LIVE

There are over 16,000 parking spaces on the NEC campus, making parking at bp pulse LIVE a breeze. With EV park and charge options, as well as priority and standard parking available, we’ve got you covered. Plus, you can pre-book parking before your event day to save £££! 

Parking options

Drive electric? We have park and charge options to suit you. With 180 bp pulse fast and ultra-fast charge points in NEC East 3 car park, you can choose to charge before or during a show. You can also upgrade from standard to priority parking at no extra cost via our Ultra-fast Charge & Priority Parking product. Learn more about our EV parking options below. 

Price: £12.50 

Express parking: Take the hassle out of parking, beat the rush and park closer to bp pulse LIVE with Express Parking.

Price: £26.95

Standard parking: We have thousands of parking spaces across the NEC site. Pre-book parking online before the day of your event to secure your space at a discounted rate.

Price: from £12.50

Accessible parking: The NEC site has designated car park spaces for visitors with disabilities. For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Price: from £12.50

Please note, we are a cashless venue, so all parking payments must be made via credit/debit card or via your smartphone. Parking is usually available to book 3 months before the event.

On arrival at the NEC, please follow electronic directional signage to your event name car park, which will lead you to the nearest available car park for your event.

Ultra-fast charge and free priority parking upgrade

Ultra-fast charge your EV at the bp pulse Gigahub before a gig and upgrade from standard to priority parking at no extra cost. You’ll park close to the arena for a shorter walking distance and quicker drive out. Select the Ultra-Fast Charge & Priority Parking option and book now.

Spaces are limited and this parking option is only available for evening events (no matinee performances). There are 32 ultra-fast 300kW DC charge points at the bp pulse Gigahub located in NEC East car park 3, of which two are designated accessible bays. Minimum charge for this parking option is 10kW and you must obtain proof of charge. After your charging session, follow signs to Gate 1 where you will be directed to Centre Stage parking. 

EV park and charge with fast 7kW charging

Our pre-bookable NEC EV Park and Charge offers 150 points for 7kW charging including additional designated accessible bays, giving you peace of mind that you’re charged before you leave. These 7kW AC charge points are ideal for those longer stays. Parking charges apply, select NEC EV Park and Charge.

EV charging at bp pulse Gigahub™

Coming to a show at bp pulse LIVE? Based at the NEC car park (East 3), we have one of the biggest EV charging hubs in the UK, that boasts 30 ultra-fast and 150 fast charge points enabling 180 EVs to charge simultaneously. 

bp pulse app

Download the bp pulse app to find available EV chargers across the UK, filter by speed, connector type and manage charging activity.


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Open the app & click Log In

Parking Options
Car parking

We strongly advise pre-booking your parking online, however you are able to pay for your parking on the day. Parking payment machines are located inside bp pulse LIVE, outside the Box Office or within the NEC. Please note, we are a cashless venue, so payments can only be made using your debit or credit card, or you can also pay for your parking online.

Those parked in a Resorts World Birmingham car park, who received a ticket upon entry to the car park, will need to pay within Resorts World opposite the Arena.

Motorcycle parking

Motorcycle parking is free in all car parks on the NEC site, excluding Express car parks.

Bicycle parking

Bicycle parking is free and a bike shelter can be found close to bp pulse LIVE entrance, however we do advise that you bring your own lock.

Coach and minibus parking

Minibuses - £22.95 per visit  (£23.95 for all events taking place from 1st April 2024

Coaches - £29.95  (31.95 for all events taking place from 1st April 2024)

Paying on the day

We strongly advise pre-booking your parking online, however you are able to pay for your parking on the day. Parking payment machines are located inside bp pulse LIVE, outside the Box Office or within the NEC. Please note, we are a cashless venue, so payments can only be made using your debit or credit card, or you can also pay for your parking online.

Those parked in a Resorts World Birmingham car park, who received a ticket upon entry to the car park, will need to pay within Resorts World opposite the Arena.