About Us

Hillsborough Arena has been part of the Hillsborough community since 1998. Built with the help of National Lottery funding, the Arena was created as a shared space for sport, activities and social events, owned and used by local people.

The site was developed to turn a previously underused area into a safe, welcoming place for the community. While it was originally focused on grassroots sport and supporting local schools, it quickly grew into something more — a venue that could support a wide range of community activity.

Over time, the Arena has continued to evolve. Today, it’s a flexible, well-used space hosting everything from community groups and support services to family celebrations, weddings, conferences and large events.

We’re a registered charity and receive no government funding. To keep the Arena affordable and accessible, income from weekend private hire is reinvested back into the venue, helping us maintain the site and support community activity throughout the week.