Wembley Stadium
Stadium Info
With a seating capacity of 90,000, Wembley is the second-largest stadium in Europe, trailing only behind Camp Nou. It holds the title of the largest and tallest stadium in the world, with every seat fully covered. Costing nearly £800 million to build, it is one of the most expensive stadiums ever constructed. The land has hosted football since the 1880s. The original Wembley Stadium, known as the Empire Stadium, was a legendary venue and home to English football, often dubbed “The Home of Football.” After closing in 2000, the old stadium was demolished in 2003, with the new one opening in 2007 after several delays.
Away Fans
Visiting supporters will find no bad seats in the stadium. The middle tier offers the best view, though it’s typically the most expensive and reserved for corporate use. The back of the lower tier and the front of the upper tier are ideal for those seeking to be among the passionate supporters, with excellent views of the action.
Stadium Layout
Wembley Stadium seating plan:
Where to Drink
There are several pubs near the stadium, including the Greyhound and others on Harrow Road, south of Wembley Stadium Station. Wetherspoon’s JJ Moons and Eddie’s (highly recommended over other local pubs!) are located on High Road, between Wembley Central Station and the stadium. Another option is the Green Man Pub, though it’s up a steep hill on the east side of the stadium, just off Dagmar Avenue opposite Stadium Way.
For quick bites, Wembley Park Station has a McDonald’s, Wimpy, and various chicken and pizza places on Wembley Park Drive. Wembley Central also offers KFC, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Wok’s Cooking on High Road, along with a few options outside Wembley Stadium Station. All are within a mile of the stadium, and the savings compared to inside the ground make them a great alternative.
Parking
Parking around Wembley is challenging, with limited street parking. Since my first visit in the early ’90s, I’ve always taken the train. Many fans park at stations on the outskirts of North London and take the tube to the stadium, which also helps avoid post-match traffic. There are a few private car parks in nearby streets, but expect to pay up to £12 per vehicle.
By Train
The closest train and tube station to Wembley Stadium is Wembley Park, serving the Olympic Way, Club Wembley entrances, and northern entrances E-K. It’s located on both the Jubilee (Grey) and Metropolitan (Purple) lines. Key interchange stations include Waterloo and London Bridge on the Jubilee Line, and Liverpool Street and King’s Cross St. Pancras on the Metropolitan Line. Travel time from these stations ranges from 18 to 32 minutes, with Kings Cross being the quickest at 18-23 minutes. Trains run frequently, with additional services on event days, ensuring waits of no more than 10 minutes.
At Wembley Park, lifts take passengers from platform level to the ticket hall. Cross the hall to find more lifts that bring you down to Olympic Way, which is about 600 meters from the stadium. Alternatively, Brent Community Transport operates a shuttle bus service on major event days between Wembley Park and the stadium.
The Games to See
- Cup Finals
- Play-Off Finals
- England Internationals
Source: https://www.tothe92.co.uk/groundguide/wembley.html
