Monday, 16 February 2015

St James' Park


Delve into Newcastle United's history all the way back to the late 1800s by joining us on a tour of the iconic St James' Park. Accompanied by a tour guide you will visit areas of the ground which is reserved for players and officials only, including the Home Dressing Room, Media Suite , Director's Box, and more.

St James' Park is the sixth largest football stadium in the United Kingdom which is located in the centre of Newcastle, its white cantilever roof, the largest in Europe is visible across the sky. Besides Premier League football, St James' Park has also been used for international football, as a football venue for the 2012 Olympics. The stadium will also be used as a rugby venue for the 2015 Rugby World Cup. In addition to professional football, the stadium has hosted charity football events and rock concerts and been used as a set for film and reality television.

St James' Park is an all-seater stadium in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is the home of Premier League club Newcastle United F.C. and has a seating capacity of 52,405. St James' Park has been the home ground of Newcastle United since 1892 and has been used for football since 1880. Throughout its history, the desire for expansion has caused conflict with local residents and the local council.

This has led to proposals to move at least twice in the late 1960s, and a controversial 1995 proposed move to nearby Leazes Park. Reluctance to move has lead to the distinctive lop-sided appearance of the present-day stadium's asymmetrical stands.

Tours last approximately 90 minutes and runs daily 11.30, 12.30 and 14.30. At a cost of £15 an adult, £12 a concession and £8 a junior.

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