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Braehead Arena Info & Visitors Guide

Braehead Arena Glasgow Highlights

General Facts

Braehead Arena, located in the Braehead area of Glasgow near the River Clyde, opened in 1996 and is a multi-purpose indoor arena. It is part of the Braehead complex, which includes a shopping centre and leisure facilities. Designed in a modern arena architectural style, the venue hosts ice hockey, concerts, exhibitions, and sporting events, with a seating capacity of approximately 5,200 for concerts and 4,000 for ice hockey.

Visitor Essentials

• Opening Hours: Event-dependent; typically 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  
• Entry Fee: Ticketed events only (£10–£50 depending on event)
  
• Best Time to Visit: Evenings and weekends for concerts or sports events
  
• Time Needed to Explore: 1–3 hours depending on event duration
  
• Accessibility: Fully accessible with ramps, lifts, and level access
  
• Nearest Public Transport:
  
  • Braehead Shopping Centre bus stops (~5-minute walk)
    
  • Bus services along Kings Inch Road and Renfrew Road
    
• Parking Availability: Ample on-site parking at Braehead Shopping Centre
  
• Accessibility for People with Disabilities: Wheelchair accessible entrances, seating, toilets, and assistance points
  

Highlights & Unique Features

• Famous Views / Photo Spots:
  
  • Arena interior during concerts or ice hockey matches
    
  • Exterior view of modern arena architecture
    
• Unique Facts:
  
  • Home venue for Glasgow Clan Ice Hockey team
    
  • Part of the Braehead complex, linking shopping, dining, and leisure
    
  • Hosts national and international concerts and exhibitions
    
• Events / Light Shows / Seasonal Features:
  
  • Ice hockey matches, live concerts, trade shows, and cultural events
    
  • Seasonal family shows and exhibitions
    

Things to Do

• Standard experiences:
  
  • Attend live concerts, ice hockey matches, and exhibitions
    
  • Explore the arena and surrounding leisure facilities
    
• Upgrades:
  
  • VIP seating and hospitality packages for concerts or events
    
• Seasonal / Special experiences:
  
  • Seasonal ice shows, family entertainment, and holiday events
    
• Nearby dining, entertainment, or activities:
  
  • Restaurants and cafés within Braehead Shopping Centre
    
  • Leisure activities including cinema, bowling, and retail experiences
    
• Photo opportunities or interactive features:
  
  • Arena interior, ice rink, stage setups, and exterior architecture
    

Nearby Attractions

• Braehead Shopping Centre
  
• Renfrew Riverside Walks
  
• River Clyde waterfront
  
• Xscape Braehead (leisure complex)
  

Practical Tips

• Best Entrance: Main entrance via Braehead Arena / Kings Inch Road
  
• Facilities: Toilets, cafés, lifts, accessible seating, cloakrooms, and box office
  
• Crowd Tips:
  
  • Arrive early for popular concerts or sporting events
    
  • Check the event schedule online for tickets and timings
    
  • Combine arena visit with shopping and leisure at Braehead for a full-day experience

Braehead Arena Glasgow Hotels

1. Glynhill Hotel & Spa near Glasgow Airport: 169 Paisley Road, Renfrew, PA4 8XB, United Kingdom

2. Leonardo Inn Glasgow West End: 4 Shelley Road, North West, Glasgow, G12 0ZD, United Kingdom

3. Crookston Hotel: 90 Crookston Road, South, Glasgow, G52 3ND, United Kingdom

4. One Devonshire Gardens a Hotel Du Vin: One Devonshire Gardens, North West, Glasgow, G12 0UX, United Kingdom

5. Holiday Inn Express – Glasgow Airport, an IHG Hotel: St. Andrews Drive, Paisley, PA3 2TJ, United Kingdom

6. Bluebell Studio Glasgow Airport: Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3PA, United Kingdom

7. Boutique Home Stay – Bliss Studio: Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3PA, United Kingdom

8. Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel: 1-9 Grosvenor Terrace, Great Western Road, North West, Glasgow, G12 0TA, United Kingdom

9. Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport: Marchburn Drive, Glasgow Airport Business Park, Paisley, PA3 2SJ, United Kingdom

10. Holiday Inn – Glasgow Airport, an IHG Hotel: Abbotsinch Paisley, Paisley, PA3 2TE, United Kingdom

11. Argyll Western Hotel: 6 Buckingham Terrace, Great Western Road, North West, Glasgow, G12 8EB, United Kingdom

12. Ambassador Hotel: 7 Kelvin Drive, North West, Glasgow, G20 8QG, United Kingdom

13. Crowne Plaza Glasgow, an IHG Hotel: Congress Rd, North West, Glasgow, G3 8QT, United Kingdom

14. Argyll Hotel: 973 Sauchiehall St, North West, Glasgow, G3 7TQ, United Kingdom

15. Boutique 50: 50 Bentinck Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 7TT, United Kingdom

16. Kelvingrove Hotel – Sauchiehall St: 944 Sauchiehall Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 7TH, United Kingdom

17. Best Western Glasgow Hotel: 931 Sauchiehall Street, West End, North West, Glasgow, G3 7TQ, United Kingdom

18. Sandyford Hotel: 904 Sauchiehall Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 7TF, United Kingdom

19. The Golden Jubilee Hotel: Beardmore Street, Clydebank, G81 4SA, United Kingdom

20. Sandyford Lodge: 22 Royal Crescent, North West, Glasgow, G3 7SL, United Kingdom

21. Village Hotel Glasgow: 7 Festival Gate, Pacific Drive, South, Glasgow, G51 1DB, United Kingdom

22. Ashtree House Hotel, Glasgow Airport & Paisley: 9 Orr Square, Paisley, PA1 2DL, United Kingdom

23. Campanile Hotel Glasgow SECC Hydro: 10 Tunnel Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 8HL, United Kingdom

24. Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC: 16 Stobcross Road, Scottish Event Campus (SEC), North West, Glasgow, G3 8GS, United Kingdom

25. Albion Hotel: 405 – 407 North Woodside Rd, North West, Glasgow, G20 6NN, United Kingdom

26. The Abbey Inn: Barrhead Road, Paisley, PA2 7JF, United Kingdom

27. Moxy Glasgow SEC: Finnieston Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 8HB, United Kingdom

28. Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre: Finnieston Quay, North West, Glasgow, G3 8HN, United Kingdom

29. Radisson RED Hotel, Glasgow: Finnieston Quay, 25 Tunnel Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 8HL, United Kingdom

30. Sherbrooke Castle Hotel: 11 Sherbrooke Avenue, South, Glasgow, G41 4PG, United Kingdom

31. Acorn Hotel: 140 Elderslie Street, North West, Glasgow, G3 7AW, United Kingdom

32. ibis budget Glasgow: 2A Springfield Quay, South, Glasgow, G5 8NP, United Kingdom

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