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Make the most of your visit to the European Athletics Championships Birmingham 2026

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The European Athletics Championships are coming to Birmingham 10-16 August, bringing six days of world-class sport to Alexander Stadium. But once the final race has been run and the medals have been awarded, your day doesn't have to end there. Whether you've got time before your session, a few hours…

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