Key facts
| Address | Shielfield Park, Berwick-upon-Tweed TD15 2EF, England |
| Capacity | 4,099 seats |
| Build Date | 1954 |
| Record Attendance | 13,365 |
Description
Shielfield Park is located in Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland, the UK. It is a permanent home for Berwick Bandits, a speedway team, and Berwick Rangers, a football team.
Berwick Bandits first used the ground in 1968. They were happy with the stadium, but due to arguments with Berwick Rangers, they had to move to Berrington Lough in 1980. However, in 1996, the speedway team returned home, and since then they have enjoyed the comforts of the ground.
Berwick Rangers has been played at the ground since 1953. The highest attendance of 13,365 people was noted in 1967 during the game Berwick Rangers against Aston Villa.
In 1985, the football team had to sell the land to the local council to cover the necessary expenses. Berwick Rangers was still able to use the land according to the lease agreement. In 1990, the stand roofs were removed for safety. In 1992, the lease was sold to a greyhound company, which made the Berwick Rangers share the ground with other football clubs. In 5 years, the supporters of the football club managed to buy the lease.
Today, Shielfield Park has the capacity of 4,099 people. The Main Stand has 1,366 seats. There is also the Ducket, a small a covered terrace.
FAQ
Shielfield Park, home to Berwick Rangers Football Club, was opened in 1954. It has served as the club’s home ground ever since, hosting matches for nearly seven decades.
The stadium’s name comes from its location in the Shielfield area of Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Shielfield Park has a capacity of approximately 4,131 spectators. This makes it one of the smaller stadiums in professional football, but it’s well-suited to the needs of Berwick Rangers and their fanbase.
One notable feature of Shielfield Park is its speedway track. The stadium is not just used for football, but also hosts speedway racing events. This dual-use setup is relatively uncommon and adds an interesting dimension to the venue’s character and history.
