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Opened in 2005, the Coventry Building Society Arena, formerly known as the Ricoh Arena, has become a prominent venue for sports, music, and business events. Initially built as a home for Coventry City Football Club, it has expanded to include a casino, hotel, and extensive conference facilities. Today, it is a versatile space hosting a variety of events throughout the year.

The arena has overcome various challenges, including changes in ownership and the fluctuating fortunes of its primary sports tenant. Its resilience and commitment to diversification have kept it relevant in the competitive events market. Now, it welcomes over a million visitors annually and hosts hundreds of events, maintaining its status as a key venue in the Midlands.

• Miller & Carter Coventry (Steakhouse / British) - 1.8 miles away
  Location: Holyhead Rd, Coventry CV5 8HX
• The Brasserie at Coventry (European / British) - 0.2 miles away
  Location: Judds Lane, Longford, Coventry CV6 6GE
• The Old Hall (British / Pub) - 1.1 miles away
  Location: Tamworth Rd, Keresley, Coventry CV6 2EJ
• Nando’s Coventry - Arena (Portuguese / Peri-Peri) - 0.3 miles away
  Location: Arena Park Shopping Centre, Classic Drive, Coventry CV6 6AS
• Frankie & Benny’s (Italian / American) - 0.3 miles away
  Location: Arena Park Shopping Centre, Classic Drive, Coventry CV6 6AS

• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Coventry 4* - 2.5 miles away
  Address: Paradise Way, Walsgrave Triangle, Coventry CV2 2ST
• Novotel Coventry 3* - 1.1 miles away
  Address: Wilsons Ln, Longford, Coventry CV6 6HL
• Holiday Inn Coventry M6, Jct.2 4* - 2.6 miles away
  Address: Hinckley Rd, Coventry CV2 2HP
• Premier Inn Coventry City Centre Belgrade Plaza Hotel 3* - 3.5 miles away
  Address: Belgrade Plaza, Bond St, Coventry CV1 4AH
• Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Coventry 4* - 3.9 miles away
  Address: The Butts, Coventry CV1 3GG
• The Jacobean Hotel 3* - 4.2 miles away
  Address: Holyhead Rd, Coventry CV5 8HX