Nottingham
🏟️ Address: Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, Bolero Square, Nottingham, NG1 1LA, United Kingdom Directions in Google Maps
The Motorpoint Arena Nottingham is less than 30 minutes from the A52 and located in the heart of Nottingham city centre, making it easily accessible by car. Brown tourist signs are visible on all major routes into the city to guide you to the venue. The postcode for your sat nav is NG1 1LA. There are also lots of public transportation links which will drop you off mere minutes walk away from the arena.
Below you can find general information on travel and parking for Motorpoint Arena Nottingham. Individual events may have additional/restricted services available, and so we recommend clicking through to the event and viewing the Travel & Parking tab for event-specific information.
The fantastic city centre location of Motorpoint Arena means there are plenty of car parks nearby to choose from, all of which are within close walking distance from the Arena. NCP Stoney Street is 250 m (3 min) walk from the venue and provides you with stress-free, convenient parking just across the road from it all. Open 24/7, patrons can expect a rate of £22.50 for 4 to 24 hours.
Long-distance and local bus services operate into Nottingham’s 2 main bus stations; Broadmarsh and Victoria, which are 900 m (11 min) walk from the Arena. Several Nottingham City Transport (NCT) bus services drop you right outside the venue and Trent Barton has several bus services which run past it - visit their websites for timetables.
Tram
The nearest tram stop to the Arena is the Lace Market stop on Fletcher Gate, which is just 400 m (5 min) walk from the venue – making it a convenient and green way to get to the city centre!
Trams run at least every 7 minutes until midnight. In addition, there are 7 Park & Ride sites with 5000+ spaces, conveniently located close to major roads on the outskirts of the city: Clifton just off the A453, Toton Lane just off junction 25 of the M1, Phoenix Park just off the M1 Junction 26, Hucknall just off Junction 27 of the M1, Moor Bridge just off the A611 south of Hucknall, Wilkinson Street just off the ring road in Basford and The Forest just off Gregory Boulevard.
Arena ticket holders are able to purchase a discounted event ticket for £2.50 on all tram ticket machines - you must be able to provide your valid event ticket on request.
Train
Nottingham train station is 900 m (11 min) walk from the Arena, or a very short taxi ride. East Midlands Railway operate regular trains to and from Nottingham, visit the East Midlands Railway website for timetable and fare information.
Nottingham is a small city with fair prices, so it’s easy to find budget accommodation, but don’t expect to find so many high-end hotels.
From authentic American grill Encore Bar & Grill, to fish and chips, Hideaway bars, specialist coffees and tuck shops, there are plenty of opportunities to grab some tasty food and enjoy a drink at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham. The Arena offer contactless card payments on all of the concourse bars, in Encore Bar & Grill, and the Sub Zero café.
You are not permitted to take food or drink purchased outside the Arena complex into the venue. If you’re looking for refreshments or a bite to eat before, or during, an event at the Arena, there are a number of options available.
Toilets are located conveniently throughout the arena.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome at the venue, but please be aware that noise levels can be high during some events. At the time of booking please let the Box Office team know if an assistance dog will be accompanying you to the venue.
Disabled Parking
A public disabled car park is located next to the Arena on Dean Street. It is operated by Nottingham City Council on a first come first serve basis and can’t be booked in advance. There are also a few disabled parking spaces on Barker Gate opposite the venue.
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair access to the venue is available either via the entrance doors on Bolero Square or via the lift from Lower Parliament Street. Once inside the venue there are lifts to all floors, disabled toilet facilities and wide walkways for wheelchair users.
Elevators
Internal lifts offer access to Level 1 Arena Floor, Level 3 Bolero Suite Restaurant, and Level 4 VIP bars, Platinum Suite Restaurant & Hospitality Suites.
Accessible Toilets
Accessible toilet facilities are within easy reach of any location inside the venue, as well as a dedicated Changing Places facilities. Located on Level 3 of the venue and accessible via the main foyer lifts, Changing Places facility includes the following facilities:
ATM
There are 2 cash points (ATMs) in the main foyer, 1 on the Arena concourse and 1 on Lower Parliament Street. Please be aware that the venue accept contactless card payments on all of our concourse bars and in Encore Bar & Grill making paying for food and drinks faster and easier.
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham has a capacity of approximately 15,865. However, the capacity does differ between events depending on the seating configuration.
Bolero Square, Nottingham, NG1 1LA, United Kingdom.
