Sol Central Northampton, Entertainment complex in Northampton, United Kingdom
Sol Central is a mixed-use development in Northampton containing a Vue cinema with 10 screens, multiple fitness facilities, dining options, and an Ibis hotel all within one modern building. The complex sits at Mare Fair and integrates these different functions under a single roof structure.
The building opened in 2002 on the site of the former Barclaycard headquarters, which had operated there since the 1970s. The financial services company later relocated to the Brackmills industrial estate, freeing the land for redevelopment.
This venue functions as a social hub for Northampton residents, combining cinema, fitness, and dining under one roof. Visitors use it as a place to spend time together, mixing entertainment with practical daily activities.
The complex is located at Mare Fair with convenient public transport connections nearby. Certain facilities offer 24-hour access, allowing visitors flexibility in choosing when to use different services throughout the day.
In February 2020, severe weather caused significant roof damage that required a 16-day closure of the surrounding streets Marefair and Horsemarket for repairs. This event highlighted the vulnerability of large modern structures to extreme weather conditions.
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