Birmingham- CBD Issues Flashcards
How many major stores are in the Bullring?
140
Name a flagship store in the Bullring
Selfridges
When was the Bullring opened?
2003
What do all the stores do?
Recycle
Why is it good that the Bullring in weatherproof?
People can stay in there all day- spend more money, even when it’s raining
How many escalators in New Street Station?
35
How many lifts in New Street Station?
15
How many people use New Street Station a day?
140,000
What’s the flagship store at New Street?
John Lewis
How many people can fit in each Metro carriage?
200
Where has the Metro Tram system been extended from?
Snow Hill
When was the library opened?
September 2013
Why is the library good?
Cultural attraction- increases footfall
How much money was given to refurbish Brindley Place?
£400 million
What has been done across the CBD?
Pedesrtrianised