Actor and farmer, Kelvin Fletcher; TV presenter and radio broadcaster, Helen Skelton; and The Traitors' Fiona Hughes are among the celebrity guests heading to the Motorhome & Caravan Show at the NEC Birmingham this October (13–18 October 2026).
The UK's largest leisure vehicle showcase spans 11 halls - almost the size of 12 football pitches - bringing together leading UK and European manufacturers, dealers and brands, with hundreds of new vehicles on display and many launching exclusively at the show. Visitors can also shop a huge range of accessories and outdoor products, many at show-only prices.
Actor, Strictly Champion and star of ITV’s Fletcher’s Farm, Kelvin Fletcher will be at the show on Thursday 15th October. Helen Skelton, TV presenter and radio broadcaster, and regular host of the BBC’s Morning Live attends on Friday 16th October. Fiona Hughes, who found fame on the smash hit BBC TV series, The Traitors, will be a guest of the Caravan and Motorhome Club on opening day, Tuesday 13th October.
Free Inspiration Travel Talks and Expert Advice
The Inspiration Theatre, sponsored by DF Capital, will host a packed programme of speakers, including popular YouTubers and content creators:
Richard & Jackie Pickles of Early Retirement Wanderlust are former teachers from the Yorkshire Dales, who decided to “celebrate life” and retire at the age of 50. Making the decision to downsize their house, and embrace ‘campervan’ life, they have since gone on to document their travels and life-changing journey publishing their first book, Early Retirement Wanderlust. They will be inspiring visitors with their experiences touring to and around the beautiful Mediterranean islands of Corsica and Sardinia by campervan.
Siobhan Daniels, also known as The Retirement Rebel, is a former BBC presenter and producer who retired at 60, sold her flat and bought a motorhome to start a new nomadic life, “on a journey to happiness.” Now an author and podcaster Siobhan will be sharing details of her incredible life-changing solo adventure driving 4,000-miles from Canada to Alaska along the legendary Alaska Highway- one of the most remote parts of the world. Proving that you are never too old to embark on a crazy adventure and that retirement can be the start of a new exciting chapter.
Robbie Roams is the author of the popular No Fuss travel guide series. He’ll be taking visitors on a virtual road trip around the Lake District uncovering quiet valleys, spectacular mountain passes and the stunning west coast. This truly inspirational talk is for anyone who is considering a road trip to the Lakes whether by car, campervan or motorhome.
Kat Bird also known as Wandering Bird, is an experienced motorhomer and vlogger, clocking up over 90,000 miles while touring around Europe. Kat will be sharing some of her favourite routes and destinations, from France to Italy, mountains to coastlines, while offering some practical advice for those wanting to embark on their first European adventure.
Closer to home, visitors can discover Scotland’s best road trips with Gemma and Campbell of Highlands2Hammocks. Authors of the Destination guidebook series, their books and maps have proved hugely popular, with more than 100,000 copies sold. They will take visitors on a tour of Scotland, from the famous North West 500 to lesser-known journeys, while offering practical advice on motorhome and campervan travel.
Dog-friendly travel expert, journalist and author Lottie Gross has camped across the UK and Europe with her Manchester Terrier, Arty, Lottie reflects on the rewards and challenges of travelling with a dog, including some of her best and worst experiences. Her talk will take visitors from the lavender fields of Provence to the beaches of the Costa Brava and the vineyards of the Douro, while highlighting some of her favourite dog-friendly sites.
Beyond the campsite, visitors can hear tales of outdoor adventure from Lauren, the Wandering Cowgirl. Since sharing her UK travels on Instagram, Lauren has built a strong following by encouraging others to explore the great outdoors. At the show, she will share stories of “achievable adventures” across the New Forest, Dorset, North Wales and Yorkshire, showing how a motorhome or caravan can be the perfect base for memorable days out.
The Inspiration Theatre will also host daily Ask The Expert sessions for those wanting specific advice on motorhome, campervan and caravan ownership.
Live Cookery on The BBQ Cookery Stage
Away from the Inspiration Theatre, Murf (Anthony Murphy) from the multi-award winning Beefy Boys, will be joining BBQ master Andrew Dickens on the BBQ Cookery Stage demonstrating and serving up delicious burgers and tips on perfecting flame grilled dishes. Since starting off in Hereford as a pop-up in 2010, the Beefy Boys have become famous worldwide for their fantastically tasty burgers. Winning multiple awards, including ranking 4th at the World’s Best Burger Championships in 2024, Beefy Boys now have six restaurants, have featured on numerous TV cookery shows and have become Sunday Times best sellers for their cookbooks.
Plan for Adventure, Buy Tickets in Advance for Great Savings
Whether you are preparing for your first touring adventure, are already a seasoned enthusiast or want to find out more about how to get started, a day at the Motorhome & Caravan Show provides all the products, advice and inspiration you need. Tickets cost £14.95* (parking included) at mcshow.co.uk, saving £5 on the door price. Standard tickets are £19.95 (parking included). Children under 16 go free when accompanied by a paying adult.
*£14.95 before 23:59hrs on 12/10/2026. After this time, tickets are £19.95. A £1.25 transaction fee applies to all online bookings. Tickets are subject to availability and are non-refundable. Car parking is included in the ticket price. Strictly no dogs, except assistance dogs. Children under 16 go free when accompanied by a paying adult but still require a ticket to attend, with a maximum of two children per adult.
