Stadium of Light, Football stadium in Monkwearmouth, Sunderland, England
The Stadium of Light is a football ground in Monkwearmouth, Sunderland, England, offering 49,000 seats arranged across four sections: West Stand, North Stand, East Stand, and Roker End. Each stand provides direct views of the pitch, with the different sections separated by wide concourses and staircases.
Prince Andrew opened the ground in 1997 on the site of the former Monkwearmouth Colliery, replacing the earlier home at Roker Park. The location marks the shift from industrial heritage to modern sport in the region.
The name of this venue and the Davy lamp monument at the entrance recall the coal mining past of the North East region. The lamp itself was once a vital safety tool for miners working underground, linking the sporting present to the industrial heritage of the city.
The nearest metro stops are St Peter's and Stadium of Light, from which visitors walk to the venue in a few minutes. Alternatively, several bus routes stop nearby, including lines 2, 3, 4, 12, 13, 15, and 16.
The ground includes a dedicated sensory room for individuals with autism, making Sunderland the first football club to offer such a facility. This quiet space allows visitors a break from the noise and crowds of the stands while still following the match.
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