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Birmingham: a sports travel city guide 
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Birmingham: a sports travel city guide 

The English city of Birmingham, located in the West Midlands region, has a proud sporting heritage that reflects its rich industrial past and vibrant cultural present. Affectionately nicknamed “Brum”, Birmingham is a hub of activity, boasting a diverse range of sports teams, iconic venues and major events. Whether you're into athletics, football, cricket or an adventurous traveller seeking new experiences, Birmingham offers something for everyone. Main image: Alexander Stadium in Birmingham (Credit: WikiCommons) The UK’s athletics capital in 2025 In 2025, Birmingham will host the UK’s two biggest athletics events of the year: the UK Athletics Indoor Championships at Utilita Arena from 22-23 February 2025 and the UK Athletics Outdoor Championships at Alexander Stadium from 2-3 Aug...

UK Athletics Outdoor Championships 2025 Birmingham

The 2025 UK Athletics Outdoor Championships is set to take centre stage at Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium from 2-3 August 2025, promising a thrilling showcase of world-class track and field events. As the premier annual competition for British Athletics, this event will not only crown national champions but also serve as a critical qualifier for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September. Renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and electric atmosphere, the Alexander Stadium has become a hub for elite athletics, having previously hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2022. The venue’s recent upgrades ensure an unparalleled experience for athletes and fans alike, with a seating capacity of more than 18,000 and cutting-edge amenities. Spectators can anticipate a high-s...

UK Athletics Indoor Championships 2025 Birmingham

The 2025 UK Athletics Indoor Championships will be held at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on 22-23 February 2025. Known for its intimate and high-energy setting, the event will see Britain’s best indoor athletes battle for national glory and qualification for the European Indoor Championships. As one of the most prestigious events on the British indoor athletics calendar, the championships are set to attract an impressive line-up of athletes across sprint, middle-distance, and field events. From the explosive 60m dashes to the tactical finesse of the 1,500m and the thrilling drama of the pole vault and long jump, the competition is expected to deliver edge-of-your-seat action. The compact layout of the Utilita Arena ensures fans are closer to the action than ever, creating an electrifying a...
Birmingham to host the 2024 SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit
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Birmingham to host the 2024 SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit

The English city of Birmingham, which hosted the 2022 Commonwealth Games, has landed another big event: the 2024 SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit. Taking place at the International Convention Centre from 7-11 April 2024, the 18th edition of the sports business event will welcome more than 1,500 global sports leaders to “Brum”, including sport-related associations and companies, members from the International Olympic Committee, all the International Federations, and organisers of future Olympic and Paralympic Games and major events. The SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit will be held in the UK for the second time in its history after London hosted the summit in 2011. In an announcement, SportAccord said that Birmingham and the West Midlands secured its host...

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