Britain's Best Sporting Arenas to Visit

Britain's Best Sporting Arenas to Visit

Britain has long boasted some of the finest sporting arenas anywhere on the planet and with the construction of a host of new state-of-the-art facilities for the 2012 Olympics that is truer than ever. With a summer of football, the 2012 Games and other sporting spectacles ahead there are plenty of sports-mad men out there who will find plenty to do this year, largely sitting in front of the telly watching the action. 


But if you’re looking for a special gift for that special sport-loving man in your life then treating him to a visit to some of the best stadiums in the country is a winning idea. With behind-the-scenes tours or taster sessions available at many sports venues, you don’t even have to be lucky enough to bag tickets to the big events to enjoy a taste of sporting greatness. 


For sports gifts with a difference, here are three of Britain’s best stadiums to visit: 

Old Trafford

Home to England’s most successful football club and one of the most famous names in the footballing world. With a glorious record on the pitch and a huge fanbase they have a stadium to match with Old Trafford having been transformed into a huge modern arena that seats a staggering 75,811 fans on match day. Go behind the scenes with an exclusive tour and grace the hallowed hallways where some of the game’s greats have trodden before you. See the dressing rooms, glittering trophy cabinets and even walk alongside the hallowed turf.
Twickenham

If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping out from the tunnel in front of a crowd of more than 80,000 then this could be the next best thing. The crowds may not be there but a tour of the home of English rugby will give you the chance to enjoy the view the players get when they step onto the soil. Rugby fans will not only be able to soak up the surroundings, but they can explore the history of the sport in the fascinating Museum of Rugby, boasting the world’s largest collection of rugby memorabilia. And if you really want to show off your own strength then have a go on the scrummaging machine for an action-packed day.

Silverstone

Petrol-heads and motor racing nuts will love the chance to step onto the tarmac at the home of F1. Even on non-race days there is plenty of excitement to savour, including behind-the-scenes tours of this historic track which give you the chance to live the dream and stand on the Grand Prix winner’s podium. If you fancy really getting in on the action, then track days let you get behind the wheel and go for a spin around the track. Gifts for men don’t come much more exciting than that!


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