Naidex is the UK’s leading disability, inclusion and accessibility event and returns this year with a bold new look and new features. Furthermore, Able Magazine is also pleased to announce the continuation of its long and close association with the event.

Regular visitors to Naidex will certainly spot that the event has had a dramatic refresh for 2026. Led by accessibility, inclusivity, and community insight, Naidex has redoubled its important efforts in amplifying key voices from the disability community and commitment towards removing the barriers that stand between disabled people and independent living. Naturally, Able Magazine is also part of this process and is again proud to have been chosen as official disability media partner – an arrangement that stretches back over a decade!

New ideas

New for this year is Naidex Junior, a dedicated area exploring topics of interest to young disabled people and their families, schools, therapists and support networks. It’s bound to be a hugely popular addition to the event since it’s clear that supporting young disabled people from an early age is a major indicator for success and social mobility as they grow up.The new space will feature assistive technology and mobility products for young people, educational support, SEN provision and local authority services, accessible play, sport and leisure, as well as parent and caregiver support pathways.
Products
Indeed, the accessible layout of Naidex is continually being improved and remains a fantastic place to look over any number of specialist products and services from many different disability manufacturers, dealerships, organisations and charities; from handy kitchen gadgets to the latest wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAV).

 

Also returning for 2026 will be the Able Magazine Best in Show Award, presented in association with Naidex, which aims to find the top product or service from the hundreds featured on the show floor, as judged on: usability, innovation, design and value. It’s a huge challenge but one that underscores the benefits of being able to compare disability products and services in a hands-on way with the help of knowledgeable stallholders – and if you’re aiming to purchase mobility aids, there’s even the opportunity to put them through their paces on the Mobility Test Track.

The Marketplace is one of the more popular features of the event but don’t forget to take in a panel or demonstration session in one of the speaker theatres, or visit the recruitment fair, adaptive climbing wall, or if you’re looking for more of a festival vibe, perhaps visit the Village Green, where ParalympicsGB will be back with a variety of sports for visitors of all abilities to try out.

Special guests

As we go to press, there’s just time to tell you about some of the exciting special guests that will be making an appearance at Naidex, including, model and actress, Ellie Goldstein and inspiring disability activist, Shani Dhanda. Jodie Ounsley, who may be better known to many as Fury from BBC TV show, Gladiators, will also be appearing. Plus, you’ll undoubtedly want to hear from Tola Anou about ‘Raising Kevin’ and her ongoing work towards inclusion and celebrating neurodiversity.You’re also welcome to drop by for a complimentary copy of Able Magazine from our stand.

See you there!

Naidex 2026 will take place on 25 – 26 March 2026 at the NEC Birmingham.
www.naidex.co.uk