Birmingham Case Study

Question 0

Redevelopment dates

Answer 0

1990’s: decided to redevelop bullring and other parts of CBD. Aim to bring back businesses and shoppers

2000: demolition of old bullring began on 30th of June 2000
2003: new bullring opened in August. Revamped pavilion centre

Question 1

History

Answer 1

1166: city’s market place
1960’s: development of bullring, largest enclosed shopping centres outside the U.S.
1980-1990: economic downturn, decline in traditional heavy industry. Companies withdraw from CBD. Slow spiral of decline, disused houses, unemployment.

Question 2

Facts

Answer 2

Cost: £500 million
140 shops
2 department stores
New walkways, performance areas, modern but old
3100 new car parking 
8000 new jobs
Existing landmarks restored

Question 3

Flagship developments

Answer 3

The mailbox: old sorting office, now an exclusive district consisting of designer fashion, lifestyle shops, luxury apartments, hotels, restaurants and cafés, hairdressers

International convention centre 1991: premier venue for exhibitions, business meetings, conferences, 11 halls, art facilities

National indoor arena 1991: Linford Christie
Multipurpose, wide range of indoor sports, concerts, business events, entertainment. 13,000 seats