Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

What Motorpoint Arena Nottingham does

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham is a 10,000+ capacity live entertainment venue located on Bolero Square in Nottingham's Lace Market city centre, owned by Nottingham City Council and operated as part of Nottingham Ice Centre Ltd. Opened in April 2000 with an initial public investment of £16m, the venue hosts concerts, comedy, family shows, and sporting events including the home games of the Nottingham Panthers (Elite Ice Hockey League) and Nottingham Forest Netball (Netball Super League). Its technical stack is built around a Ticketek-powered ticketing platform with digital QR-code access and a mobile app that supports Apple/Google Wallet integration, ticket sharing, and push notifications; in 2025 it added an Amazon Just Walk Out checkout-free bar (Grab & Glide) on the east concourse, the first deployment of the technology in the East Midlands. The venue generates roughly £40m+ per year in local economic impact and has surpassed £1bn in cumulative economic contribution since opening.

The business model is diversified across seven revenue streams: ticket sales (primary, sold online, by phone, and in person), hospitality and premium experiences (Bar 1946, Executive Suites, Spotlight Bar & Restaurant, The Green Room, annual memberships, and upgrade packages), naming rights and sponsorship (Motorpoint through 2035), food and beverage operations (concourse concessions, 5-star EHO rated), merchandise sales (including the Panthersland retail store), advertising and sponsorship (digital, email, and large-format arena branding), and venue hire under the Nottingham Events brand for conferences, exhibitions, dinners, and brand activations. The go-to-market is event-driven, combining direct-to-consumer digital ticketing with promoter partnerships, corporate hospitality packages, and group bookings for 10+ attendees. Customers span individual event attendees, sports fans, corporate clients, and event organizers across the East Midlands region, with named anchors including Nottingham Panthers, Nottingham Forest Netball, ISU World Championships 2027, Matchroom Boxing, and UFC/WWE.

Name

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Legal name

Nottingham Ice Centre Ltd

Website

https://motorpointarenanottingham.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham is a 10,000+ capacity live entertainment venue in Nottingham city centre, owned by Nottingham City Council and operated through Nottingham Ice Centre Ltd. It hosts concerts, comedy, sports (Nottingham Panthers, Forest Netball), and family shows for 800,000+ annual visitors, monetizing through ticketing, hospitality, naming rights, F&B, and venue hire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Entertainment Venue

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Spectator Sports (7112), Other Spectator Sports (711219)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Arena & Stadium Operations (Large-Capacity Venues) (MPAGALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports Venue Operations for Live Games (Stadiums/Arenas) (MPAGAMAG), Sports & Arena Event Venues (Stadiums, Arenas) (THAHAAAF), Venue Food, Beverage & Hospitality Operations (Concessions, Catering, Premium Seating) (MPAGALAN), Combat Sports Venues (Arenas, Halls) (MPAKAEAK)

Keywords

• Live entertainment venue
• Event ticketing services
• Hospitality packages
• Venue hire services
• Sports event hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Nottingham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Primary revenue stream from ticket sales for concerts, comedy, sports events, and family entertainment across 10,000+ capacity venue. Sold via online platform, phone, and in-person box office.
2. Hospitality & Premium Experiences: Revenue from hospitality packages including Bar 1946, Spotlight Bar & Restaurant, Executive Suites, The Green Room, annual memberships, and event upgrades featuring food, drinks, and premium seating.
3. Naming Rights Partnership: Naming rights partnership with Motorpoint (UK's largest independent car retailer) generating stable naming rights revenue since 2015, recently extended until 2035.
4. Food & Beverage Operations: On-site food and beverage outlets including restaurants, bars, concourse concessions, and catering services for events and corporate functions. 5-star EHO rated.
5. Merchandise Sales: Official event merchandise sales at shows and Panthers games, including Panthersland retail store on Bolero Square.
6. Advertising & Sponsorship: Digital advertising, email banners, large-scale arena branding, and sponsorship packages reaching 800,000+ annual visitors.
7. Venue Hire & Event Services: Conference & exhibitions, dinners & celebrations, arena hire, and pop-up/brand activations through Nottingham Events brand.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham operates a 10,500-capacity live entertainment venue in Nottingham city centre, hosting concerts, comedy, family shows, sporting events including ice hockey and netball, and combat sports. The venue sells tickets directly to consumers via online, phone, and on-site channels, and provides hospitality packages, premium bars and restaurants, executive suites, food and beverage operations, merchandise, advertising and sponsorship inventory, and full venue hire for conferences, exhibitions, dinners, and brand activations.

Product overview

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham is a 10,000+ capacity entertainment venue offering a comprehensive portfolio of live entertainment experiences. The core product is the arena venue itself hosting concerts, comedy, sports, and family shows. Adjacent offerings include hospitality packages (Bar 1946, Executive Suites, Spotlight Bar & Restaurant, The Green Room, Annual Membership), the Mobile App for ticket access and management, Nottingham Panthers ice hockey and Nottingham Forest Netball as anchor sports tenants, Conference & Events hire services, and specialty offerings like the People’s Picture Project and Grab & Glide checkout-free bar. Upgrade My Night enables existing ticket holders to add hospitality experiences. The venue operates as part of Nottingham Ice Centre Ltd group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Mobile App Mobile application providing ticket access, management, and sharing with digital tickets featuring secure QR codes, Apple/Google Wallet integration, push notifications for events, and ticket sharing with friends and family.
• Hospitality Experiences Premium hospitality packages for events including exclusive bars, fine dining, and private suites, encompassing Bar 1946, Executive Suites, Spotlight Bar & Restaurant, and The Green Room.
• Executive Suites Private executive suites with panoramic views and balcony seating for 6-28 guests, including dedicated hospitality entrance, in-suite waiting service, and access to premium dining options.
• Bar 1946 Premium hospitality bar featuring floor-to-ceiling band merchandise and memorabilia, offering exclusive access with drinks packages for event ticket holders.
• Spotlight Bar & Restaurant Fourth-floor exclusive dining venue with contemporary menu offerings including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, featuring pre-event meals and hospitality packages.
• The Green Room Premium hospitality lounge offering curated small plates and cocktails in a contemporary space, serving as both pre-show and post-event venue.
• Annual Membership Annual executive suite membership providing year-round access to private suites for 8-20 people, with guaranteed event tickets, dedicated hospitality service, and exclusive benefits.
• Panthers Premium Experiences Hospitality packages specifically for Nottingham Panthers ice hockey games, including Private Executive Suite experiences, Seasonal packages, and The Face-Off Experience with Green Room access.
• Conference & Events Hire Venue hire services under the Nottingham Events brand for conferences, exhibitions, dinners and celebrations, arena hire, and pop-up/brand activations, offering flexible spaces for various event types.
• Upgrade My Night Add-on hospitality packages for existing event ticket holders, including access to Bar 1946, Spotlight Bar & Restaurant, and The Green Room with food and drink upgrades.
• Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers available in denominations from £5 to £250, redeemable for events at the venue including concerts, sporting events, comedy shows, and family entertainment.
• Group Bookings Group booking services for parties of 10 or more with dedicated customer service and custom packages, applicable to most events and price levels.
• Grab & Glide Bar Checkout-free bar powered by Amazon's Just Walk Out technology located on the east concourse, allowing customers to tap in, pick up items, and walk out with automatic billing across 30+ products including draft beer, cider, soft drinks, food, and confectionery.

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, major and minor.

• MotorpointflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2025Naming rights partner since 2015; extended five-year partnership until 2035 making it third longest-running continuous arena naming-rights relationship in UK history. Motorpoint maintains year-round presence at venue showcasing vehicles on Bolero Square with exclusive competitions and fan engagement activities.
• TicketekcoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial ticketing, marketing, and data analytics partner providing ticketing systems and services, installation and support.
• Molson CoorscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBeverage partnership featuring Rekorderlig, Coors & Madri across arena concourse bars, hospitality suites, and special events. Extended to December 2026 including Rekorderlig self-serve bar and Madri takeover of Saltbox outdoor space.
• Greene KingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPub company and brewer providing Prior Life beer and specialty cocktails at venue bars including Prior Life Bar.
• Coca-ColacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial soft drink partner since 2018, extended into 2026. Provides Coca-Cola Frozen products and general sponsorship.
• Nottingham PantherscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHome ice hockey team established 1946. Venue hosts Elite Ice Hockey League games, Continental Cup, and Play-Off Finals until 2029. Partnership includes merchandise store Panthersland on Bolero Square.
• Nottingham City CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwner and developer of venue with initial £16m investment. Provides blue badge parking and public transport coordination. Venue developed and owned by council.
• AR SignscoreTechnology or IntegrationLocal Nottingham signage partner since 2012, extended multi-year partnership. Provides event posters, total arena rebrands, and wayfinding systems.
• Concorde BGWmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCompleted multiple refurbishment projects including general admission concourses, hospitality lounges, and premium seating. Refurbished Spotlight Restaurant and launched The Green Room hospitality space.
• Attitude is EverythingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharity improving Deaf and disabled people's access to live music by working in partnership with audiences, artists, and music industry. Venue accessibility partner.
• STARminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntertainment ticketing trade association setting industry standards for customer service and providing approved dispute resolution service.
• DiageomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal drinks supplier partnership for arena events featuring premium draught cocktails and handpicked wine selection at Timber & Vine bar.
• Hits RadiominorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional radio partner for East Midlands; home of Hits Radio Breakfast Show with Fleur East, Will Best & James Barr.
• BrakesminorOthersFood wholesaler providing quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients to venue.
• Mondelez InternationalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational snack company partnership for confectionery and food products at venue.
• UK MedsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOnline medication retailer partnership for health-related services at venue.
• SaltboxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of Nottingham Ice Centre Ltd group; bar adjacent to arena providing pub classics and refreshing drinks with 20% off offers for arena ticket holders.
• National Ice CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company Nottingham Ice Centre Ltd; shares site with Motorpoint Arena; home of Nottingham Panthers and ice sports facilities including CCM Rink for public skating.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/nottinghamarena
• Facebookfacebook.com/motorpointarenanottingham
• Instagraminstagram.com/nottinghamarena
• TikToktiktok.com/@nottinghamarena
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nationalicecentreandmotorpointarenanottingham

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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