Lesser Hampden, Football stadium in Mount Florida, Glasgow, Scotland
Lesser Hampden stands next to the main Hampden Park and features seating areas alongside a modern artificial grass pitch for football matches. The facility includes changing rooms and coaching areas for different uses.
The facility opened in 1924 after Queen's Park Football Club purchased farmland on the western side of Hampden. The original farmhouse on the land was converted into the club's buildings.
The stadium plays a role in Scottish football development by hosting reserve team matches and providing training space for younger players throughout the year. It serves as a stepping stone for athletes progressing through the ranks.
The ground currently holds around 470 spectators and offers basic facilities including changing areas and coaching spaces. Visitors should note this is a training and reserve ground, not the main stadium complex.
During the 2014 Commonwealth Games, the ground served as a warm-up area for athletes preparing for track and field events. This temporary role highlighted its importance within the larger sporting complex.
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