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Millenium Stadium Cardiff Arms Park
P.O. Box 22
Cardiff
CF1 1JI
Tel: +44(0)2920 781700
Fax: +44(0)2920 378472
Capacity: 72,500
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| Completed in time for the 1999 World cup,
the Millenium stadium is one of the worlds most spectacular sporting arenas boasting a
roof which can open or close depending on weather conditions. The shape of the seating bowl is the primary factor in the design of the
stadium. Its form is optimised by computer analysis to bring spectators as close as
possible to the in-field action and to provide a high standard of viewing and comfort for
each seat
It provides a wide range of accommodation on its three overlapping tiers
while minimising the overall footprint and impact of the stadium on its city centre site.
The north section of the stadium, currently interlinked with Cardiff Athletic's South
Stand will separate the facilities and access routes within the two stands.
The rear of the lower tier and its concourse link directly with the external podium,
surrounding streets and river walk. This provides direct access for wheelchair users
and other disabled people to their designated seating areas. Access to the middle and
upper tier concourses will be by escalators, lifts and stairs strategically placed around
the building.
Upper and lower tier concourses offer similar high standards of toilet and refreshment
amenities for spectators. The middle tier is to provide accommodation for the WRU,
hospitality suites, media facilities and the stadium control room all on its upper level
with specialised refreshments and dining accommodation on its lower level concourse. Car
parking, delivery access and back of house facilities are to be accommodated in the
two levels below the podium. |

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