John Charles Centre for Sport, Leeds
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Facts and practical information
The John Charles Centre for Sport is a sports facility in South Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It consists of the South Leeds Stadium, Aquatics Centre, Indoor Athletics Centre and Tennis Centre. It was previously named the South Leeds Stadium and was renamed to honour John Charles, the former Leeds United, Juventus and Wales footballer. It is located to the south of Leeds city centre roughly on the border of Beeston, Belle Isle and Hunslet. The sports centre opened in 1996, with the Aquatics Centre opening in 2007. ()
Opened: 1996 (28 years ago)Capacity: 4000Coordinates: 53°45'53"N, 1°32'32"W
Day trips
John Charles Centre for Sport – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Northern Forest, St Mary the Virgin's Church, Middleton Park, City Evangelical Church.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to John Charles Centre for Sport?
Nearby attractions include Middleton Park, Leeds (16 min walk), Stratford Street Mosque, Leeds (20 min walk), St Mary the Virgin's Church, Leeds (23 min walk), Northern Forest, Leeds (24 min walk).
How to get to John Charles Centre for Sport by public transport?
The nearest stations to John Charles Centre for Sport:
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- Park Halt (9 min walk)
- Moor Road (17 min walk)
Bus
- Dewsbury Road / Tempest Road;Dewsbury Road Tempest Road • Lines: 2 (14 min walk)
- Belle Isle Road Winrose Crescent • Lines: 12, 13, 13A (14 min walk)