Pride Park Stadium, Football stadium in Pride Park, Derby, England
Pride Park Stadium has four covered stands that hold 33,597 seats in total, ranking it as the 16th largest football ground in England. The stands wrap around the pitch in a rectangular shape, decorated in blue and white colors that match the home club's kit.
The ground opened on 18 July 1997, replacing the Baseball Ground where Derby County had played since 1895. The move marked a fresh start for the club, driven by modern safety requirements and the need for greater capacity.
The name refers to Pride Park, an industrial district on the edge of Derby that developed during the 1990s. The south stand traditionally hosts the most vocal supporters, who lead chants and wave flags throughout matches.
The main entrance sits on the western side and connects easily by road from Derby city center. Visitors should arrive early on match days when parking and entry points become busy.
The eastern stand remained unfinished on opening day, a fact that Prince Philip openly mentioned during his speech at the ceremony. This incomplete state persisted for several months before construction was finally completed.
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