Tag: Birmingham


WMCA partial bankroll Edgbaston hotel project

Edgbaston major stand and hotel renovation

The Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, England (UK) has received a major funding boost in its bid to develop an onsite hotel and new spectator stand. ‘Warwickshire County Cricket Club’ stated that a loan facility of up to £18 million pounds has been approved by the West Midlands Combined... » Read more


Birmingham athletics show amid fiscal woes

Birmingham will host 2026 European Athletics

On January 12th a crucial meeting took place in Birmingham (UK) where the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) discussed the 2026 European Athletics Championships in light of the lack of resources and financial challenges facing England’s second largest City. ‘inside the games’ stated that... » Read more


Nod for Villa Park part-redevelopment

Aston Villa stadium update September 2023

The Premier League club Aston Villa F.C. have been given the go-ahead to finally start the £100m part-redevelopment of their home ground – the Villa Park in Birmingham, England (UK) – with work to renovate the Academy building off Witton Lane expected to kick things... » Read more


Edgbaston Stadium packed cricket calendar

International fixtures for Lords and Edgbaston

The Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, England (UK) status amongst the world’s leading cricket venues has been underlined after the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the stadium will host major Men’s and Women’s international fixtures until 2031. ‘Warwickshire County Cricket... » Read more


Birmingham City safe standing survey results

Birmingham City FC safe standing survey results

The results are in following the ‘Have Your Say’ campaign regarding the possibility of safe standing being installed in the lower Tilton Road Stand at the St Andrew’s Stadium in Birmingham, England (UK). ‘Birmingham City FC’ stated that in March, Season Ticket holders for the previous... » Read more


Edgbaston Stadium Skyline hospitality thrill

Edgbaston unveils new premium option

The Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, England (UK) is preparing to unveil a Skyline rooftop terrace hospitality offering that will transform its matchday experience for guests. ‘Warwickshire County Cricket Club’ stated that Skyline – situated at the height of the South Stand – will... » Read more


Villa Park Phase One revamp greenlighted

Go ahead for Aston Villa stadium expansion

The Premier League team Aston Villa F.C. today (December 22nd, 2022) welcomed the Birmingham City Council’s decision to grant planning permission for Phase One of the club’s redevelopment and expansion of their residence – the Villa Park in Birmingham, England (UK). ‘Aston Villa’... » Read more


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