St James' Park Stadium
Newcastle United's central football stadium
St James' Park sits in Newcastle upon Tyne as the city's principal football stadium. Matchdays draw local supporters, and visitors attend games, stadium tours and nearby riverside pubs in a compact city centre.
St James' Park at a Glance#
Address: St James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4ST, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.nufc.co.uk/
About 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.
How to Get to St James' Park#
St James’ Park sits in central Newcastle. The nearest Metro station is St James (on the Yellow Line) and Newcastle Central Station is a 10-15 minute walk. The stadium is signposted from the city centre and linked by frequent local buses and taxis.
Tips for Visiting St James' Park#
- Buy match tickets in advance for Newcastle United home games; the stadium sells out on big fixture days.
- Take a stadium tour to access the players' tunnel, press room and club museum-these are less crowded on non-matchdays.
- Stand in the Sir Bobby Robson or Gallowgate End to hear different crowd atmospheres-each stand has its own character.
Best Time to Visit St James' Park#
Visit during the football season for the full experience; off-season offers easier access to tours.
Weather & Climate near St James' Park#
St James' Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (632 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | 0° | 55 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 7° | 0° | 39 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 54 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 48 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 49 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 50 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.9h |
| July | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 49 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.4h |
| August | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 62 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.7h |
| September | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 57 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 7° | 54 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 58 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.2 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 57 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
