Riverside Stadium
Stadium EFL stadium in Middlesbrough, home to Boro
Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough hosts Middlesbrough FC matches and occasional events; visitors come for football fixtures, matchday atmosphere and local Teesside food on nearby high streets.
Riverside Stadium is a football stadium in Middlesbrough, England, and is the home ground of Middlesbrough Football Club. The venue opened in the mid-1990s to replace the club’s former ground, providing modern spectator facilities.
The stadium accommodates roughly 34,742 spectators and is used primarily for league and cup football matches, plus occasional concerts and community events. Seating surrounds the pitch on all sides and the stadium includes hospitality and conference spaces.
It was constructed to provide improved matchday facilities and sightlines compared with the previous ground and has since been the club’s permanent home. The stadium is a focal point for local supporters on matchdays.
The Riverside sits on the south bank of the River Tees within the town of Middlesbrough and is accessible from local transport links into the town.
- Home club and capacity: Home stadium of Middlesbrough Football Club with a seating capacity of about 34,742.
What to See #
- Main pitch and bowl: The playing surface and spectator bowl arranged around it, forming the primary matchday viewing area with seating on all sides.
- Hospitality areas: Hospitality suites and function rooms used for corporate events and away-match facilities, located within the stadium's main stands.
How to Get to Riverside Stadium #
Riverside Stadium is in Middlesbrough on the east side of the town. From Middlesbrough railway station it’s a short taxi ride (about 10-15 minutes) or a local bus service from the town bus station that stops near the stadium; the drive from the town centre is roughly 2-3 km. By car use the local roads off Middlesbrough town centre - expect short matchday walking from the nearest bus stops or stadium parking areas.
Tips for Visiting Riverside Stadium #
- Public transport is usually the easiest match‑day option-Middlesbrough train station is a walk of around 15-20 minutes from the stadium, and town buses serve the area; roads and car parks become congested immediately after the final whistle.
- Buy tickets in advance and have e‑tickets or printouts ready to speed entry through turnstiles; arrive 45-60 minutes before kick‑off to avoid the busiest entry surge.
- If you're staying after the match, plan onward travel in advance-local trains and buses fill quickly, so either stay in town or check timetables for late departures to avoid long waits.
Best Time to Visit Riverside Stadium #
Time a visit for a match if you want the full atmosphere, or go on non-event days (summer/off-season) for far fewer crowds and easier access.
Weather & Climate near Riverside Stadium #
Riverside Stadium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (696 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.