St James' Park

St James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne is the principal football stadium of the city and the home ground of Newcastle United FC. It is an urban stadium situated close to the city centre with a seated capacity of about 52,000.

The stadium is used primarily for top-flight football matches and associated events, and it contains publicly accessible areas for matchdays and guided stadium tours. The ground consists of four main stands with hospitality and club facilities; redevelopment in recent decades increased seating, corporate facilities, and fan amenities. Proximity to city transport and central Newcastle makes it readily accessible for spectators.

The site has been used for football since the late 19th century and has undergone several phases of renovation and expansion to reach its modern capacity and facilities. It has hosted domestic league fixtures, cup matches, and occasional concerts and events.

St James’ Park lies in central Newcastle upon Tyne, within walking distance of the city centre and transport hubs, and serves as a focal point for major sporting fixtures in the region.

• Capacity: Home ground of Newcastle United Football Club with a current capacity of about 52,000 spectators and regular matchday access via central city transport.
• Location: Located within walking distance of Newcastle city centre and adjacent to major transport links, making it a central urban stadium.

What to See #

• Main stands: The North Stand, Gallowgate, Leazes and East stands together form the main spectator sections, with hospitality and corporate facilities concentrated in the East Stand redevelopment.