Bootham Crescent

Bootham Crescent was a football stadium in York with seating capacity for around 8,250 spectators spread across four distinct stands positioned around the playing field. The ground featured both terraced and seated areas that gave fans views from different vantage points throughout the venue.

The ground opened in 1932 on land leased from York Cricket Club and became home to York City Football Club for nearly 90 years. The club eventually relocated to a new stadium in 2021, ending a lengthy chapter of football played at this location.

During World War II, the Popular Stand section of the stadium functioned as an air-raid shelter for local residents of York.

The stadium sat about a mile from York railway station and could be reached by multiple bus services or on foot through the city. The location in a residential part of town made finding the ground straightforward for most visitors.

During World War II, the Popular Stand section was converted into an air-raid shelter for local residents seeking safety. This shows how sports facilities could serve their communities in times of crisis beyond their normal purpose.

Location: York

Inception: August 31, 1932

Official opening: August 31, 1932

Capacity: 8256

GPS coordinates: 53.96932,-1.08830

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:04