The expowest exhibitions are recognised as being the major regional trade exhibitions for the industry by local, regional and national catering suppliers, manufacturers and trade visitors. expowest exhibitions are targeted directly at caterers, hospitality providers and retailers throughout the region, attracting high numbers of quality buyers and decision makers. The expowest exhibitions feature and promote all aspects of catering supplies and services and are well respected for their diversification and creating great interest for the trade visitor.
The expowest Westcountry exhibition
Devon has always been a major holiday region; it is one of the biggest holiday destinations in the country, attracting over 5 million visitors each year. There are 65,000 bed spaces available in serviced accommodation, plus a further 35,000 pitches/beds/units within the self-catering sector. Devon's catering outlets include over 1000 pubs and inns and over 1500 restaurants/cafes. This important holiday region generates an annual spend from tourism in excess of £980mn offering enormous sales potential for suppliers and service providers.
The Tourism Region and the money it generates create high volumes of sales. The South West is the most popular destination for domestic visitors. It accounts for 16% of England's domestic tourist trips, 22% of nights and 25% of spending. In terms of visitors from overseas, the region accommodates 8% of trips to England, 6% of the nights and 5% of the spend.
The Westpoint Exhibition Centre in Exeter is the premier exhibition venue in Devon; with easy access from the M5 motorway, it makes it extremely popular with both exhibitors and visitors.
Opening Times
Wednesday 8th February 9:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday 9th February 9:00am - 5:00pm
How To Find The Show
BY CAR
Westpoint is just one mile from junction 30 off the M5, providing direct access from London, Birmingham, Bristol and Plymouth.
Exit the M5 at junction 30 and follow the A3052 signposted to Sidmouth Road for one mile. Westpoint is on your left hand side.
For satellite navigation please use EX5 1DJ or Oil Mill Lane (this road is opposite the main entrance)
BY RAIL
Main line train services stop at Exeter St David's station. The station is six miles from Westpoint and approximately 15 minutes taxi ride.
National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50
www.nationalrail.com
www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk
www.transportdirect.info
BY COACH OR BUS
National coach and bus services call at Exeter Bus Station in the centre of Exeter. The bus station is six miles from Westpoint.
www.nationalexpress.com
The number 52 bus from the Exeter Bus Station on Paris Street runs approx every 30 minutes during the day (except Sundays). The journey time is around 20 minutes. Westpoint is a request stop.
www.stagecoachbus.com
www.devon.gov.uk/devonbus
BY AIR
Regular daily flights from Birmingham and Gatwick to Exeter airport.
Exeter International Airport is approximately 2 miles from Westpoint and is connected to a large number of domestic and international airports.
www.exeter-airport.co.uk
BY TAXI
If you require a taxi during your visit to Westpoint please contact the following Exeter based firms:
1st Call 01392 61122 (quoting Westpoint)
Capital 01392 433433
Jay Cars 01392 217000
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