It was designed by Arup Sport, who were also involved with the Allianz Arena in Munich and the Olympic ‘Birds Nest’ Stadium in Beijing, it was built by Laing Construction. It was officially opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 25 July 2002. The stadium was constructed on the ...
Manchester Arena 1.2 km The Manchester Museum 1.4 km Science and Industry Museum 1.4 km Etihad Stadium 2.2 km Nearby landmarks Bupa Health Centre Manchester Piccadilly 60 m Station Approach 100 m Victory Over Blindness Monument 150 m Major Street Car Park 170 m Manchester Piccadilly Station 200 ...