Madejski Stadium, Football and rugby stadium in Reading, England
Madejski Stadium is a football and rugby venue in Reading, England, serving as home to Reading Football Club and previously hosting matches for London Irish rugby team. The entire ground follows a bowl design with four covered stands holding 24,161 seats, along with modern hospitality areas and conference facilities integrated into the structure.
Reading Football Club relocated here in 1998, leaving their former home at Elm Park after new requirements for modern seated stadiums in English football came into force. The arena was built on a former landfill site and developed as a modern multi-purpose facility following considerable investment.
The venue serves as the finish line for the Reading Half Marathon each year, drawing thousands of runners and spectators who line the route in celebration. It also occasionally hosts concerts that bring the local community together, turning the grounds into a lively gathering point beyond match days.
The easiest way to reach the ground is from Reading railway station, with dedicated bus services running on match days. For a more direct option, a nearby railway station now offers closer access and reduces travel time considerably.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the stadium transformed into a vaccination center, serving the local community beyond its usual sporting role. This unexpected use revealed how flexible modern arenas can respond to broader social needs.
Location: Reading
Inception: August 22, 1998
Official opening: August 22, 1998
Capacity: 24161
Address: Junction 11 M4, Reading, Berkshire RG2 0FL
Website: https://readingfc.co.uk/club/madejski-stadium
GPS coordinates: 51.42222,-0.98278
Latest update: December 12, 2025 19:50
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