Motorhome popularity drives fresh exhibition to Warwickshire's NAEC
Warwickshire leads with new national exhibition as searches and local interest rockets
Following a period of increasing interest in motorhomes, campervans and outdoor travel across Warwickshire, organisers Out & About Live have announced a second major leisure show for the region in 2026 – the National Motorhome, Campervan & Camping Exhibition, taking place 17–19 April 2026 at the NAEC Stoneleigh.
The decision follows three clear trends across the area:
- The high-turnout at the January Motorhome & Campervan Sale, which was also held at the NAEC Stoneleigh from 16th to 18thJanuary 2026
- Motorhome and campervan searches across Warwickshire have risen sharply, with motorhome for-sale searches up 137.78% and campervans up 94.44% year-on-year (Out&AboutLive search data, 2024–2025).
- Warwickshire (and wider Coventry) continue to outperform the rest of Britain in active outdoor lifestyles, with figures showing that 71.2% of local people walk at least once a week and 32% walk five times a week – both above the national averages of 69.66% and 31.9%, respectively.
Together, the data shows a region that is choosing outdoor travel and UK staycations in greater numbers than almost anywhere else in the country.
Sally Dodds, Head of Events at Out & About Live, said: “Warwickshire have shown remarkable support for UK leisure motoring and domestic tourism.
“The rise in local demand for campervans and motorhomes speaks for itself – people here are choosing flexible, self-sufficient travel and opting for UK staycations.”
The National Motorhome, Campervan & Camping Exhibition, 17th to 19th April 2026, NAEC Stoneleigh
The new event will:
- Span four indoor halls
- Feature 40+ dealers and 170+ exhibitors
- Showcase new 2026 models alongside nearly-new and pre-owned vehicles
- Include free daily expert talks in the Out & About Live Advice Centre
- Offer live cooking demos, hands-on tech sessions and manoeuvring courses
Unlike many early-season shows, new and used vehicles will be displayed side by side, giving visitors the ability to compare price, layout, specification and value in one visit, including show-only offers and season-start deals.
Tickets will start at £10 in advance (under-18s free)
Dodds added: “It became clear that one show a year just wasn’t enough.
“That’s why we’re returning to Stoneleigh in April with a brand-new, expanded indoor exhibition that brings more vehicles, more choice and more hands-on advice, all right here where the demand is strongest.”
Event details
- The National Motorhome, Campervan & Camping Exhibition
- The NAEC Stoneleigh
- 17th to 19th April 2026
- Open daily from 9:30am
- Tickets: £10 in advance or £15 on the gate (under-18s free)