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Bristol Arena

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair: limited

Bristol Arena — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Bristol Arena is a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Place summary

Bristol Arena is a modern entertainment venue located in South-West England. It serves as a hub for concerts and events, showcasing a variety of performances throughout the year. The arena is designed to accommodate large audiences, making it a key location in the region's cultural landscape.

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Background

History

Initial plans for Bristol Arena were announced in March 2003. The arena, to be built next to Bristol's largest railway station Temple Meads, was planned to have 10,000 seats and host music concerts as well as sports and conferences, and was intended to open by 2008 to coincide with the city's bid to be the European Capital of Culture. In June 2007, work had yet to begin on the arena despite around £13 million spent to purchase and clear the site. In late 2007, the plans were abandoned after developers announced that £40 million of public sector money would be required to fund the arena in addition to the £46m that had already been committed by Bristol City Council and the South West of…

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Coordinates
51.5163, -2.5851
Parish
Charlton Hayes
Postcode
BS34 4AL
Parliamentary constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke
Established
2028

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bristol Arena?
Bristol Arena is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BS34 4AL), in the parish of Charlton Hayes.
When was Bristol Arena built?
Built or established in 2028.
Who owns Bristol Arena?
Bristol Arena is owned by YTL Corporation.
How do I get to Bristol Arena?
Drivers can navigate to postcode BS34 4AL. It sits within the Filton and Bradley Stoke parliamentary constituency.