Key facts
| Address | Boothferry Park, Boothferry Road, Hull, HU4 6EU |
| Capacity | 15,160 seats |
| Build Date | 1924 |
| Demolished | 2008 |
| Record Attendance | 55,019 |
Description
Boothferry Park was the home of Hull City for 56 years from 1946 to 2002, when they moved to the KCOM Stadium. The football stadium was located in Hull, the UK. The idea to build it was born in 1929, but the work began only in 3 years. However, due to certain financial problems, the progress was not as quick as desired. In 1939, new development projects were initiated so that the stadium could be prepared for football matches in 1941. The plan was not meant to come true due to WWII, during which, the Boothferry Park was used by a defense organization known as the Home Guard to repair military equipment. This worsened the condition of the ground, and after the war, it could not be used for the training and games. That is why Hull City had to return to the Boulevard.
The ground was ready for use in 1946, but it had only one stand. It still required lots of improvements. During the opening ceremony, the stadium was visited by 12,000 fans. In 1948, the highest attendance was more than 40,000 fans, and in one year, the stadium was visited by around 55,000 people. In 1951, the Boothferry Halt was opened aiming at increasing the space for football fans. The popularity of the ground was rapidly increasing, and, finally, the railway station was built.
Initially, the East Terrace was intended as a structure built for temporary use, but it became quite popular, so it was never replaced. The ground had 3 stands, so the proper lighting had to be installed.
A South Stand, a new 2-tiered structure, was built in 1965. It was the best of the stands found at the ground. Over the next several decades, the stadium hosted local and international football clubs. The last match of Hull City at the ground took place in 2002. In 2008, Boothferry Park was demolished.
Away fans
Areas dedicated to away fans were part of the West stand and the North stand.
Pubs
Silver Cod.
FAQ
Boothferry Park was opened on 31 August 1946. It served as the home ground for Hull City A.F.C. for over 56 years until the club moved to the KC Stadium (now known as the MKM Stadium) in 2002.
The stadium was named after Boothferry Road, the street on which it was located in Hull, East Yorkshire, England.
At its peak, Boothferry Park could accommodate around 40,000 spectators. However, by the time of its closure in 2002, the capacity had been reduced to approximately 15,160 due to safety regulations and the conversion of terraces to seating.
After Hull City A.F.C. moved to their new stadium in 2002, Boothferry Park fell into disrepair. It was eventually demolished in 2011, and the site was redeveloped for housing.
One of the most memorable matches at Boothferry Park was the FA Cup sixth round tie against Sunderland in 1949, which drew a record attendance of 55,019 spectators. This remains Hull City’s record home attendance to this day.
