CBSO Centre, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Built in 1998, the CBSO Centre is a live music venue set in the city center of Birmingham, England. It is the hub and rehearsal center of the Birmingham Symphony Choruses, Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group. The center has a 310-seat auditorium, which is used for public performances and as a rental space for exhibitions and receptions. CBSO Centre is built by the Associated Architects, a leading architectural firm in the city, and has maintained a frontage of Rowe’s Lead Works. The center also has ample backstage and loading areas, dressing rooms, and instrument storage. Rehearsal studios for smaller ensembles are also available. 

A wide range of excellent hotels and accommodations can be found just outside the immediate surroundings of the CBSO Centre. Class Place offers accommodation with a balcony and fully equipped kitchen. It is also close to some famous points of interest in the city. Another great place to stay is the Hotel Indigo Birmingham, which has a unique modern exterior and colorful retro decor. Guests can also enjoy local wines at the hotel’s bar and grill along with its panoramic city views. A relaxing spa with scented and aromatherapy oils are also offered by the hotel. Hyatt Regency Birmingham is another alternative accommodation offering 4-star rated services and amenities. Let your kids indulge in marine life at the National Sea Life Centre, an aquarium with over 60 displays of freshwater and marine life. An exciting tour also awaits at the Cadbury World, which features self-guided exhibition tours through its colorful interactive exhibits about the Cadbury history and chocolate-making.