Hallam FM Arena

The Hallam FM Arena, originally named the Sheffield Arena, is an arena hosting concerts and sporting events in Sheffield in England. It takes its name from a local radio station, Hallam FM. It is situated near Attercliffe, Meadowhall and the Centertainment.

Constructed at a cost of £34 million, it was opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 31 May 1991. As of 2004 it is estimated that approximately 7 million people have attended events at the arena. It has a maximum seated capacity of 12,500, but has been known to accommodate up to 38,000 people.

The arena is owned by Sheffield City Trust, an independent charity, and managed under contract by the US media giant Clear Channel Communications.

In 1992 it was the site of the infamous Sheffield Rally, in which Neil Kinnock led the Labour Party in a public relations disaster just days before the general election.

Sheffield Steelers ice hockey team and the Sheffield Sharks basketball team also play their home games at the arena.

The Arena hosts the British round of the motorcycle trial Indoor World Championships.

External link

• Hallam FM Arena official website