When did the Empire Pool open to the public?
The building opened to the public on the 25th of July 1934. Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony.
Questions about Wembley Arena
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who designed the structure without hiring a traditional architect?
Sir Owen Williams designed the structure using three hinged arches that spanned 70 meters. This concrete span was the largest of its kind anywhere in the world at that time.
What events were hosted during the 1948 Summer Olympics?
The venue hosted swimming events and Olympic boxing, diving, and water polo competitions that same year. The pool itself measured 60 meters long and 25 meters wide.
When did the arena close for refurbishment and reopen?
The arena closed for fourteen months starting in February 2005. The new arena opened to the public on the 2nd of April 2006 with a Depeche Mode concert.
Which artists received plaques on the Square of Fame area after 2006?
Madonna received the first plaque on the 1st of August 2006 with her name imprinted in bronze. Cliff Richard added his handprints on the 9th of November 2006 and Kylie Minogue included her handprints on the 9th of January 2007.