Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Seating Plan
Your seating map and chart: where to sit, the best seats and the view from your seat
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Where to sit at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
The best seats at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham are Floor block B front rows, then A and C for the view. For value, choose Upper tier front rows, central blocks. For atmosphere, head to Floor general admission standing. Avoid Floor blocks G–J. Motorpoint Arena Nottingham seats 10,000, home of Nottingham Panthers and Nottingham Forest Netball.
Floor block B front rows, then A and C
The front of block B is the sweet spot for proximity to an end-stage show.
Full detail Best valueUpper tier front rows, central blocks
A complete view of the stage and production at lower prices.
Full detail Best atmosphereFloor general admission standing
When the floor seats are removed for standing, this section puts fans closest to the stage in the liveliest part of the bowl.
Full detail Where to avoidFloor blocks G–J
The back of the flat floor is distant from an end stage and exposed to blocked sightlines.
Full detailAbout Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham is the East Midlands' biggest live entertainment venue, holding 10,000 for music (and up to 15,865 including standing room). Attached to the National Ice Centre, it doubles as the home of the Nottingham Panthers and hosts everything from Premier League Darts to major concert tours in a classic two-tier bowl around a flat floor, with executive suites overlooking the action from the concourse level.
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham opened on 1 April 2000, built between 1998 and 2000 as the arena element of the National Ice Centre and officially opened by Olympic gold medallist Jayne Torvill. Designed by FaulknerBrowns and owned by Nottingham City Council, it is the biggest live entertainment venue in the East Midlands. The venue has been known as Nottingham Arena, Trent FM Arena, Capital FM Arena and, since 2016, Motorpoint Arena Nottingham. It has been home to the Nottingham Panthers ice hockey team since opening and welcomed Nottingham Forest Netball in 2025.
Seating plan & map
General seating reference for Motorpoint Arena Nottingham. Check your selected event for its exact configuration.
How the venue is set up
End-stage concert
The standard concert layout with floor seating or standing and lower and upper tier blocks 1–19.
Ice hockey
The floor converts to a full-size ice pad for Nottingham Panthers home games.
In-the-round and sport
The floor can be rearranged for boxing, darts, netball and shows staged in the round.
Seating levels explained
FloorBlocks A–H, J
Flat floor seating or standing closest to the stage, with rows lettered A to AA and seats numbered 1 to 50 right to left when facing the stage. For some events the floor seats are removed for a general admission standing section or a sports area.
Pros: Front rows of block B (then A and C) are the closest seats to the stage. Floor standing puts you nearest the performance.
Cons: Flat floor sightlines can be blocked by taller audience members. Rear floor sections are far from an end stage.
Lower TierBlocks 1–19
The lower tier in numbered blocks 1 to 19 with rows A to F, on inclined risers. Blocks 4 and 16 (then 5 and 15) sit closest to the stage.
Pros: Raked rows A–F with clear views over the floor. Blocks 4, 16, 5 and 15 combine proximity with elevation.
Cons: Central blocks 6–14 face the stage at a distance.
Upper TierBlocks 1–19
The upper tier above the lower blocks, with rows G to V continuing the same block numbering, on inclines that keep even the back rows unrestricted.
Pros: Front rows overlook the entire stage and production. Steep rake keeps sightlines clear.
Cons: Further from the stage than the lower tier.
Executive Suites
Private suites with a balcony overlooking the bowl, seating between 8 and 28 guests, bookable for a single event or as an annual membership.
Pros: Panoramic balcony views over the whole arena from a private space away from the general concourse.
Cons: Set back from the action, and access is a paid hospitality product rather than a standard ticket category.
Best seats at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Best overall (concerts)
Floor block B front rows, then A and C
The front of block B is the sweet spot for proximity to an end-stage show.
Best overall (ice hockey)
Lower tier central blocks
The lower tier wraps close to the ice on all sides; its central blocks give an unobstructed, raked view of end-to-end play for Nottingham Panthers games.
Best value
Upper tier front rows, central blocks
A complete view of the stage and production at lower prices.
Best atmosphere
Floor general admission standing
When the floor seats are removed for standing, this section puts fans closest to the stage in the liveliest part of the bowl.
Best premium
Executive Suites
Private suites with a panoramic balcony overlooking the whole bowl, seating 8 to 28 guests away from the general concourse.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall (concerts) | Floor block B front rows, then A and C | The front of block B is the sweet spot for proximity to an end-stage show. |
| Best overall (ice hockey) | Lower tier central blocks | The lower tier wraps close to the ice on all sides; its central blocks give an unobstructed, raked view of end-to-end play for Nottingham Panthers games. |
| Best value | Upper tier front rows, central blocks | A complete view of the stage and production at lower prices. |
| Best atmosphere | Floor general admission standing | When the floor seats are removed for standing, this section puts fans closest to the stage in the liveliest part of the bowl. |
| Best premium | Executive Suites | Private suites with a panoramic balcony overlooking the whole bowl, seating 8 to 28 guests away from the general concourse. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Floor blocks G–J: The back of the flat floor is distant from an end stage and exposed to blocked sightlines.
Lower tier central blocks 6–14: A head-on but distant view for the lower-tier price.
Upper tier back rows: The furthest seats in the arena from the stage.
Accessibility & companion seating
The arena has level access, lifts to all floors and automated doors, with accessible seating throughout the bowl and in hospitality suites. Alternating tiered blocks have viewing platforms at concourse level with no steps, near exits and toilets, and there is a Changing Places facility on Level 3. The Access Card scheme is accepted, an infra-red hearing system and hearing loop serve certain seats, and BSL interpretation can be booked with around four weeks' notice. Wheelchairs are not available to hire. The venue has held Gold status in Attitude is Everything's Charter of Best Practice since 2013 and is CredAbility Verified. The accessible booking line is 0808 164 4616.
Where: Alternating tiered blocks with concourse viewing platforms; Changing Places, Level 3
Food & drink at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Concourse bars and kiosks around the east and west concourses and Bolero Square serve the usual arena range of hot food, snacks and drinks, including the Grab & Glide checkout-free bar (Bar 4), which uses Amazon's Just Walk Out technology for over 30 draft beer, cider, soft drink and snack products.
Worth seeking out
- Grab & Glide checkout-free bar powered by Amazon Just Walk Out
- Chicken Shop, Rockin Burgers and Fish & Chip Kitchen
- Rekorderlig Cider Bar and Timber & Vine cocktail and wine bar
- Veggie and vegan options at concourse kiosks
- Block 10 Bar and Guinness Bar on the arena floor level
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Getting there
Transport
The arena sits in Bolero Square in the Lace Market, a short walk east of Nottingham city centre and Nottingham station. There is no on-site parking; visitors use the city centre's car parks and public transport, with the Lace Market on the edge of the city's tram and bus network.
The area
Bolero Square sits in the historic Lace Market quarter, known for its red-brick warehouses, bars and restaurants. The venue is a short walk from the Old Market Square, Nottingham station and the Hockley independent shopping and nightlife district.
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Parking near Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
The closest car parks to Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, each marked with a blue P on the map above. On event days public transport is usually quicker than driving.
- Woolpack Lane car park30 Woolpack Lane, Nottingham126 m
- Manvers Street Contract ParkingManvers Street, Nottingham178 m
- Woolpack Lane Car Park24 Woolpack Lane, Nottingham200 m
- Victoria Leisure Centre Cycle Park2 Gedling Street, Nottingham226 m
- Poplar Street Car ParkingUnit b, 5 Poplar Street, Nottingham233 m
- Stoney Street Car Park - NCPStoney Street, Nottingham276 m
Frequently asked questions
What are the best seats at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
For concerts, front rows of floor block B (then A and C) are closest to the stage, with lower-tier blocks 4 and 16 (then 5 and 15) the best raked seats. For Nottingham Panthers ice hockey, the central lower-tier blocks give the clearest view of both ends of the ice.
What are the cheapest seats at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
The rear rows of the upper tier, furthest from the stage, are typically the lowest-priced seated tickets in the bowl.
Is the floor seated or standing at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
It depends on the event. The floor is normally laid out as seated blocks A to H and J, but for some shows the floor seats are removed for a general admission standing section, or reconfigured as a sports area or ice pad.
Is Motorpoint Arena Nottingham an indoor, covered venue?
Yes, it is a fully enclosed indoor arena, so seating and the floor are covered regardless of weather.
Is Motorpoint Arena Nottingham accessible?
Yes. There is level access, lifts to all floors, accessible seating across the bowl, viewing platforms with no steps in alternating blocks, and a Changing Places facility on Level 3. The Access Card scheme is accepted, and the accessible booking line is 0808 164 4616.
What is the seating layout at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
The bowl has a flat floor in blocks A to H and J, a lower tier of numbered blocks 1 to 19 (rows A to F), an upper tier continuing the same block numbers above it (rows G to V), and executive suites with balconies around the concourse level.
Does Motorpoint Arena Nottingham have hospitality or executive suites?
Yes. Executive Suites seat between 8 and 28 guests with a private balcony and panoramic views, bookable for a single event or as an annual membership, alongside Panthers Premium matchday packages and Upgrade My Night add-ons.
Which seats are best for concerts at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
The standard concert layout with floor seating or standing and lower and upper tier blocks 1–19. For specific sections, aim for Floor block B front rows, then A and C — The front of block B is the sweet spot for proximity to an end-stage show.
How do section numbers work at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
Section numbers at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham follow the seating tiers. Floor: Blocks A–H, J; Lower Tier: Blocks 1–19; Upper Tier: Blocks 1–19.
Does Motorpoint Arena Nottingham have a seating plan with seat numbers?
Yes. Motorpoint Arena Nottingham's seating plan is split into numbered sections across its tiers (Floor Blocks A–H, J; Lower Tier Blocks 1–19; Upper Tier Blocks 1–19), with individual seat numbers running within each section. Check the seating plan on this page or the official chart for exact seat numbers.
What is the view like from the seats at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
The best views at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham are from Floor block B front rows, then A and C — The front of block B is the sweet spot for proximity to an end-stage show. The weakest are Floor blocks G–J: The back of the flat floor is distant from an end stage and exposed to blocked sightlines. For a seat-by-seat view, see the view-from-seat photos and the seating plan for Motorpoint Arena Nottingham.
How many seats does Motorpoint Arena Nottingham have?
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham holds about 10,000, though the exact number in use varies by event configuration.
What are the stands at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham is made up of 4 main stands: Floor; Lower Tier; Upper Tier; Executive Suites.
What is the view like from the seats at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
For the best view at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, aim for Floor block B front rows, then A and C (The front of block B is the sweet spot for proximity to an end-stage show.); Lower tier central blocks (The lower tier wraps close to the ice on all sides; its central blocks give an unobstructed, raked view of end-to-end play for Nottingham Panthers games.). The view is most restricted from Floor blocks G–J (The back of the flat floor is distant from an end stage and exposed to blocked sightlines.).
Where can I park at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham?
Car parks near Motorpoint Arena Nottingham include Woolpack Lane car park, Manvers Street Contract Parking, Woolpack Lane Car Park, Victoria Leisure Centre Cycle Park and more. The closest is Woolpack Lane car park, about 126 m from the venue. On event days public transport is usually quicker than driving, so check the transport options too.
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Sources
- Nottingham Arena — Wikipedia
- Accessibility — Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
- Venue maps and seating plans — Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
- Food & drink — Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
- Nottingham Motorpoint Arena seating plan — mapaplan
- A View From My Seat — Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
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