Tag: London

‘Boarded-up relic’ Crystal Palace National Sports Centre revamp

Article posted by Coliseum, August 12^th, 2026

Plans to transform and regenerate the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre in South London, England (UK) which had become a “boarded-up relic of the past” have been approved by the Bromley Council. Full Refurbishment ‘BBC’ stated that the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, which... » Read more

London enters World Athletics show fray following West Ham deal

Article posted by Coliseum, August 10^th, 2026

London (UK) has submitted its bid for the 2029 World Athletics Championships after reaching an agreement with the English Football League (EFL) Championship team West Ham United F.C. to allow it to host the event that September. The World Athletics is scheduled to announce the host city after the... » Read more

Rugby Football Union plans major music acts at Allianz Stadium

Article posted by Coliseum, June 4^th, 2026

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has confirmed plans to bring more major concerts to the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, London, England (UK) as part of proposals set to be submitted to the Richmond Council in the coming weeks. ‘TWICKENHAM Nub News’ stated that the RFU wants permission for a... » Read more

Olympia to host top-flight Premier Padel Tour

Article posted by Coliseum, April 20^th, 2026

Olympia has been confirmed as the host venue for the Premier Padel Tour as it heads to London (UK) for the first time this year. The event will take place between August 4th and August 9th. ‘CITY AM’ stated that it was revealed in December that the Kensington site was the frontrunner to host... » Read more

Chelsea’s new stadium plans hit setback

Article posted by Coliseum, December 12^th, 2025

Chelsea Football Club’s idea of building a new stadium at Earl’s Court in London has hit a potential roadblock after an alternative plan for the land was approved by a local council. The Athletic said Hammersmith & Fulham Council has approved proposals for a development on the site of the... » Read more

London Lions arena project feasibility study

Article posted by Coliseum, November 27^th, 2025

The British professional basketball team London Lions have completed the first phase of a feasibility study into a new, custom-built multipurpose arena in London (UK) – a project which would give a major boost to basketball, sport and culture across the capital. ‘LONDON LIONS’ stated that the... » Read more

MLB abandons 2026 London Series games

Article posted by Coliseum, September 19^th, 2025

Major League Baseball has scrapped two regular season games in London in 2026, the league has confirmed. The Athletic said The New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays were aiming to play between June 13-14 at London Stadium, home to the Premier League soccer team West Ham United. But MLB has now... » Read more