Key facts

Address Fletcher Street, Warrington
Capacity 9,200 (900 seating)
Build Date 1881
Who is the owner of Wilderspool Stadium? Warrington Borough Council
Where is Wilderspool Stadium located? 53°22′57″N 2°35′17″W
Surface Grass

Description

This was Warrington Wolves Rugby League stadium before they moved to their new stadium, The Halliwell Jones. It was built over 100 years ago and held some of the best rugby matches ever with a record crowd of over 35,000 in 1960.

Pubs

There was a variety of pubs around the ground and area. The howley was situated around the corner as well as a large selection of pubs on the other side of the bridge.

Away fans

The away end situated in the far east was home to around 2000 away fans, but was sometimes also filled with wolves supporters.

Refreshments

Terrace bars were open in all stands and the boxes and private bars were situated at the top of the west stand.