Powderhall Stadium

Powderhall Stadium was a sports venue in Edinburgh with running tracks, spectator stands, and facilities for various athletic competitions. The grounds on Beaverhall Road provided space for sprint races and other running events.

The venue was founded in 1870 and took inspiration from London's Stamford Bridge, with an initial focus on professional sprint races. Over the years, the stadium became a center for various running competitions.

The place was best known for the Powderhall Sprint, a professional sprint competition that drew spectators from across the city. This event shaped the venue's sporting reputation for many decades.

The venue was located on Beaverhall Road and operated as an established sports facility with clear access for spectators. The grounds were demolished in 1995 to make way for residential development.

Eric Liddell, whose story was told in the film Chariots of Fire, trained here during the 1920s for his running competitions. This connection to an internationally known athlete made the venue a special training and competition center.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Inception: 1865

Official opening: 1865

GPS coordinates: 55.96720,-3.19380

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:51