London Wembley Arena

London Wembley Arena

Wembley Arena is one of the most eminent venues located in Wembley, London, England opposite Wembley Stadium. It was formerly known as the Empire Pool as it houses a swimming pool that was built for the 1934 Empire Games. Indoor Sports such as boxing and ice hockey have been popular sports played in Wembley Arena. It is also very well known for its Disney on Ice shows. Madonna is recognized as the most famous person to have played at the arena because the record-breaking world "Confessions Tour" was filmed at the arena for which she won the "best live act" for the event.

Wembley Arena was renovated along with Wembley Stadium as part of the regeneration of the Wembley area. The Arena refurbishment cost £35m and the new arena opened to the public on 2 April 2006 with a concert by Depeche Mode. With the reopening of Wembley Arena in 2006, a "Square of Fame" area has been created in front of the arena. Seven times World Snooker Champion Stephen Hendry added his handprints on January 21, 2007. International country superstar Dolly Parton unveiled her plaque on the final night of her UK tour on March 25, 2007. Canadian music star Bryan Adams unveiled his plaque on May 10, 2007, just before his 25th appearance at the venue.

Wembley Park Station is now open to the public however track closures are anticipated in the future for essential repairs. The Online Car Park Booking Service for Wembley events is available adjacent to the Wembley Arena. General Parking is available from any of the car park entrances on the event day on a 'Pay on entry and Display your Ticket' basis. There is ample parking including Surface and Multi-Storey parking.

Visiting The Wembley Arena:

Address: Wembley Arena, Arena Square, Engineers Way, Wembley HA9 0DW

Telephone: 0870 060 0870

Nearest Underground Stations:
Wembley Park Tube (11 minutes)
Wembley Central Tube (18 minutes)

For more information on Wembley Arena, please visit : www.wembley.co.uk

What's on at Wembley Arena, London

Simple Minds 2008
29th Nov '08
Simple Minds will perform at Wembley Arena on the 29th September in their only concert in London to celebrate the 30th band anniversary.

The Mighty Boosh Live 2008
12th - 15th Dec '08
The Mighty Boosh Live performance at Wembley Arena London this December might be a great opportunity to see the cult comedians Julian Barrett and Noel Fielding bringing their hilarity from the screen to the scene.

Status Quo 2008 London
13th Dec '08
Status Quo fans can get ready as the legendary band will hit the Wembley Arena London in December bringing their hits to the stage.

CBeebies Live 2008 London
20th - 21st Dec '08
CBeebies Live at Wembley Arena London promises a thrilling experience for kids who love this BBC children's show.

Oasis 2009 Tour
9th, 11th & 12th July '09
With their seventh studio album 'Dig Out Your Soul' out now, the Gallagher brothers and their legendary band Oasis will perform live for 2 nights at Wembley Arena, London this October. This might be your best chance to see them after an overdue break!

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