Manchester Regional Arena, Athletics stadium in Sportcity, Manchester, England
Manchester Regional Arena is an athletics stadium in the Sportcity complex featuring a synthetic running track and seating for around 6,500 spectators. The facility provides spaces for training sessions and competitions across multiple track and field events.
The arena opened in April 2002 and served as a training venue during the Commonwealth Games held in the city. Since then, it has remained an important part of Manchester's sports infrastructure.
The crowd here is mixed, with local athletes training alongside casual visitors who come to watch competitions and enjoy the sporting atmosphere during events.
The stadium sits next to Manchester City Football Club and is easily accessible by public transport from central Manchester. It's worth checking ahead as training sessions and events have varying schedules throughout the week.
The stadium sits next to the Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City Football Club, creating a cluster of sports venues in one area. This proximity allows visitors to watch different sports happening almost side by side throughout the year.
Location: Sportcity
Inception: 2002
Official opening: April 2002
Capacity: 6500
GPS coordinates: 53.48389,-2.20389
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:03
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