- Capacity
- 52,729
- Opened
- 1880
- Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne, England
- Competition
- Premier League
What is St James' Park?
St James' Park is Newcastle United's home ground in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, with about 52,000 seats. Football has been played there since 1880, and it sits right next to St James Metro station, a 10-minute walk from Newcastle Central.
By Leo Nagano · Fact-checked
Quick facts
- Capacity
- 52,729
- Opened
- 1880
- Club
- Newcastle United
- Address
- Barrack Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4ST Open map
Capacity per the 2026–27 season listing; opening year and coordinates from Wikidata; checked 2026-10-21.
St James' Park
Photo: Arne Müseler, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Where should you sit at St James' Park?
St James' Park is lopsided: two huge cantilevered stands on the north and west sides tower over the smaller East Stand, which is hemmed in by listed buildings. The Gallowgate End behind the south goal is the traditional home end. Away fans are placed high up at the top of the Sir John Hall Stand, so bring a good pair of legs for the climb.
Best seats for views
- Milburn Stand lower and upper tiers near halfway
- East Stand central blocks, close to the touchline
Best seats for atmosphere
- Gallowgate End lower tier
- Corner between the Gallowgate and East Stand
Where do away fans sit?
Away supporters are in the top tier on the far side of the Sir John Hall Stand (Leazes End), reached through turnstiles 91 to 94 and 14 flights of stairs (about 140 steps); a lift is available. The view is distant but complete. The league allocation is up to 3,000.
| Gallowgate End | South | Home end behind the south goal; lower tier is the loudest part of the ground. |
| Sir John Hall Stand | North | Also called the Leazes End. Two large tiers; the away section is at the very top (Level 7). |
| Milburn Stand | West | Main stand with the dugouts, tunnel and media facilities. Upper tier gives sweeping views over the city. |
| East Stand | East | Smaller single-tier stand along Leazes Terrace, close to the pitch. |
How do you get to St James' Park?
St James' Park is one of the most central grounds in England. St James Metro station is beside the stadium, Monument Metro is 10 minutes away, and Newcastle Central station is a 10 to 15 minute walk uphill.
St James Metro station
Next to the stadium on the yellow line. Very busy after the match.
Monument Metro station
About 10 minutes' walk; served by green and yellow lines including the airport line.
Newcastle Central station
About 10 to 15 minutes' walk. Direct trains from London King's Cross take under 3 hours.
- From the city centre
- A 5 to 10 minute walk from Grey's Monument and the main shopping streets.
- From the airport
- Newcastle International Airport is on the Metro green line. Ride to Monument (about 25 minutes) and walk 10 minutes, or change for St James.
- Parking
- City centre multi-storey car parks are within 10 minutes' walk, but they fill quickly. Streets around the ground are restricted on match days.
Can you tour St James' Park?
- Price:
- £20 adult
Newcastle United runs guided stadium tours visiting the dressing rooms, tunnel, dugouts and the top of the Sir John Hall Stand. Tours do not run on match days.
How do you get tickets for St James' Park?
Most St James' Park tickets sell to season ticket holders and members, and demand rose sharply after the 2021 takeover.
- Club membership is needed for priority access, with tickets sold by loyalty points.
- Season ticket holders can resell through the club's official ticket exchange.
- Cup ties occasionally go on general sale.
- Hospitality is sold by the club.
Buy from the club or its official resale exchange. Reselling football tickets without the club's permission is a criminal offence in England and Wales.
Where to stay and eat near St James' Park
Where to stay
Hotels across the city centre and Quayside are all within 15 to 20 minutes' walk. Gateshead, across the Tyne, is cheaper and a short Metro ride away.
See hotels near St James' ParkFood and drink
Stowell Street, Newcastle's Chinatown, runs alongside the ground. The Strawberry pub, opposite the Gallowgate, is the traditional home fans' pre-match pub. The Quayside and Bigg Market have plenty of bars.
Area: Newcastle city centre, Chinatown and the Quayside
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Frequently asked questions about St James' Park
What is the capacity of St James' Park?
St James' Park, home of Newcastle United, has a capacity of about 52,700, one of the largest grounds in England.
Where do away fans sit at St James' Park?
Away fans sit in the top tier of the Sir John Hall Stand (Leazes End), up 14 flights of stairs, with a league allocation of up to 3,000.
What is the nearest Metro station to St James' Park?
St James Metro station, right next to the stadium on the yellow line.
How long does it take to walk from Newcastle Central station to St James' Park?
About 10 to 15 minutes, mostly uphill through the city centre.
Sources
- Newcastle United: Visiting St James' Park
- Nexus: Tyne and Wear Metro
- Football Ground Guide: St James' Park
- Capacity, opening year and coordinates: Wikidata Q191774
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