Meadowbank Stadium

Meadowbank Stadium is a sports facility in Edinburgh with a modern running track, artificial pitch, and seating for up to 7,500 spectators. The complex also includes indoor courts and spaces for various sports and events.

The facility opened in 1970 and hosted the Commonwealth Games that year, then again in 1986. The venue became known for its role in shaping Edinburgh's sporting landscape over the decades.

The stadium serves as a community gathering space where locals come together for sports and other events throughout the year. Indoor facilities host squash, basketball, and martial arts competitions, drawing different groups to participate in their preferred activities.

The stadium is easily accessible by road in the city and is managed by Edinburgh Leisure. Visitors should check ahead to see what events are taking place, as the schedule changes regularly.

In the 1970s and early 1980s, the stadium was home to Meadowbank Thistle and became noted for being the first fully all-seated football ground in the country. This detail often surprises visitors interested in the evolution of football venues.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Official opening: 1970

Capacity: 7500

Website: https://edinburghleisure.co.uk/meadowbank2020

GPS coordinates: 55.95690,-3.15861

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:06