The Hawthorns, Football stadium in West Bromwich, England
The Hawthorns is an association football venue in West Bromwich, England, where four covered stands accommodate more than 26,000 spectators. The ground features modern facilities spread around the pitch.
Construction started in 1900 and was finished in just four months, making it the first Football League ground built in the 20th century. Since then, it has undergone several rebuilds that expanded the original layout.
The Jeff Astle Gates at the entrance honor the striker who became a legend, and his name still echoes during home matches. Supporters often gather before kick-off at this memorial, which has become a regular meeting point.
The Hawthorns railway station and metro stop sit roughly 500 meters (about 550 yards) away and connect the ground to Birmingham city center. On match days it helps to arrive early, as the surrounding area fills up quickly.
It holds the record as the highest ground among all 92 Premier League and Football League clubs, sitting 168 meters (about 550 feet) above sea level. This elevation gives the pitch a particular character on windy days.
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