Bloomfield Road

Bloomfield Road is a football and rugby league stadium in Blackpool with permanent seating in three main stands and temporary seating on the fourth side. The ground holds around 17,000 spectators and has served as a home for multiple sports competitions since its early years.

The ground began in 1899 when South Shore played Newton Heath at the former Gamble's Field location before merging with Blackpool Football Club that same year. This early football match marked the beginning of what would become one of the area's main sporting venues.

The ground serves as a gathering place for supporters who have watched multiple generations of players represent Blackpool through football and rugby league matches. The named stands honor figures who shaped the club's identity and remain part of local pride and memory.

Blackpool South railway station is located about half a mile away, with several bus routes serving the immediate area around the ground. It makes sense to check travel options before match day, as parking and transport can become busy during events.

The ground hosted a high-profile visitor in 2010 when a member of the royal family attended a match between Blackpool and Wolverhampton Wanderers during a private celebration. This remains one of the most talked-about moments at the venue in recent times.

Location: Blackpool

Official opening: 1899

Capacity: 17338

GPS coordinates: 53.80472,-3.04806

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:27