What Stadiums are a Must-Visit When in the UK?
The UK is home to some of the most iconic sporting venues in the entire world. For sports fans, visiting these stadiums will be a pilgrimage and a chance to see where many legendary sporting moments have taken place. Even if you are not an avid sports fan, you will find these stadiums to be fascinating as they play such a major role in the history and culture of cities all over the UK. So, what are some of the must-visit stadiums?
Anfield
Anfield is one of the most iconic football stadiums in the entire world. Home to Liverpool (the most decorated club in English history), Anfield is known for its scintillating atmosphere making it one of the hardest places for opposing teams to play. If you are not in town for a match, there are tours around the stadium that will teach you about the history and take you behind the scenes. You can also visit the store and pick up a Liverpool kit and other merchandise to show your allegiance.
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Old Trafford
Just down the road, you will find another iconic football stadium and home to Manchester United - Old Trafford. Known as “The Theatre of Dreams”, Old Trafford is the largest club football stadium in the UK with a capacity of 74,310. Manchester United is the most supported club in the world and is known for its rich history domestically and in Europe. This is another stadium tour that you won’t want to miss as a chance to see behind the scenes and learn the history of the club.
Cricket Grounds
Of course, it is not just football that is popular in the UK and there are a handful of fantastic cricket grounds that are worth visiting. During the warmer months, there are few better experiences than watching live cricket and soaking up the weather and atmosphere. A few cricket grounds that are worth visiting include:
Lords
Edgebaston
Headingley
The Oval
Rugby Stadiums
Rugby is another beloved sport in the UK and watching a live rugby match is a terrific experience and one vastly different to football (there is no segregation). Twickenham is the home of English rugby and an iconic venue on the outskirts of London or you could consider the Principality Stadium in Cardiff (home of Wales) or the Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh (home of Scotland).
Hopefully, this post will encourage you to add a stadium or two to your itinerary when visiting the UK and maybe even check out a match for a fun day out and a memorable experience.
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