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National Indoor Arena JLP01_10_50511
NATIONAL INDOOR ARENA, KING EDWARDS ROAD, BIRMINGHAM. An interior view of the completed National Indoor Arena in Birmingham, taken from the tiered spectator seating.
The £ 50m Design and Construct contract for the National Indoor Arena (NIA) was awarded to the Laing Midlands Division by Birmingham City Council in January 1989. It was officially opened on 4th October 1991 by athlete Linford Christie. At the time of opening, it was the largest indoor arena in the UK and had capacity for approximately 12, 000 spectators. The arena has been renamed multiple times throughout its history. Originally the National Indoor Arena (October 1991 to December 2014), it later became known as The Barclaycard Arena (December 2014 to August 2017), Arena Birmingham (September 2017 to April 2020), and Utilita Arena Birmingham (April 2020 to present)
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1990s Interior Sport Sports Centre Venue
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This print showcases the magnificent National Indoor Arena in Birmingham, captured from the tiered spectator seating. The completed arena stands as a testament to architectural excellence and sporting grandeur. The awe-inspiring structure was brought to life through a £50 million Design and Construct contract awarded to Laing Midlands Division by Birmingham City Council in January 1989. After years of meticulous planning and construction, it was officially inaugurated on 4th October 1991 by renowned athlete Linford Christie. Upon its opening, this colossal indoor arena held the distinction of being the largest of its kind in the United Kingdom, boasting an impressive capacity for approximately 12,000 spectators. Throughout its illustrious history, it has undergone several name changes reflecting different sponsorship agreements. Originally known as the National Indoor Arena (October 1991 - December 2014), it later became recognized as The Barclaycard Arena (December 2014 - August 2017), followed by Arena Birmingham (September 2017 - April 2020). Currently referred to as Utilita Arena Birmingham since April 2020, this iconic venue continues to host a wide array of sports events and entertainment spectacles. This remarkable photograph captures not only the physical beauty of the arena but also represents a significant milestone in British sporting history.
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