York Hall

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Updated On :09 Apr, 2021

Full Name
York Hall

Capacity
1,200

Type
Indoor

Location
London, England, United Kingdom

The York Hall, situated on Old Ford Road in Bethnal Green, London, is one of the best-known boxing venues of Britain and one of the best health and leisure centres of UK. Opened in 1929, York Hall is amongst the oldest boxing rinks of London. Apart from the boxing stage, York Hall also provides a world-class gymnasium and swimming pool that makes it one of the popular places among all residents of London. With a rich as well as colourful history, this Hall has flourished as one of the popular venues decorated with light-warm wooden walls, finest flooring and also a stunning balcony.

Trivia

In 2004, the hall was saved from big threatened and the next year it underwent a big multimillion-pound renovation through a joint project between Greenwich refurbishment and Tower Hamlets council.

Significance

The hall is opened in 1929 by the Duke of York.
York Hall is separated into three sections: a leisure center with a large pool and most updated gymnasium; a Spa equipped with all modern equipment and a multi-event hall.
Formerly opened as the Turkish bathhouse, York Hall was voted as the 6th best place in the world to enjoy the live boxing.
In addition to fitness as well as health facilities, the venue also offers a popular swim school program and "sport for women" activities.