Key facts
Club: Barnsley FC | Opening: 1888 | Capacity: 23,287 seats
History and description
Oakwell Stadium was built in 1888. It got extensively redeveloped in the 1990s, with only the original main stand from the early 20th century left standing.
First, a new East Stand got built in 1993, followed by a new South Stand in 1995. Works were completed with a new North Stand in 1999.
In recent years, plans have been made to replace the old main stand with a new modern all-seater stand, but it is unlikely that these will get realised in the upcoming years.
How to get to Oakwell
Oakwell Stadium is located just east of Barnsley’s town centre and rail station. The walk will only take 5 to 10 minutes.
Barnsley is serviced with direct trains from, among others, Sheffield, Leeds, and Huddersfield.
Address: Grove Street, Barnsley, S71 1ET
Barnsley Tickets
Tickets for Barnsley matches can be bought online, or at the ticket office at the stadium. Tickets can also be bought at the turnstiles on the day of the match.
Ticket prices are the same for all stands, but depend on the opponent. The cheapest go for £23.00, while tickets for the most expensive opponents cost £36.00. Tickets are £2.00 more expensive if bought on the day.
For more information email boxoffice@barnsleyfc.co.uk or call +44 (0)871 2266777.
Photos of Oakwell
Relevant Internet links
Barnsleyfc.co.uk – Official website of Barnsley FC.
Barnsley.co.uk – Barnsley tourist information.
Nationalrail.co.uk – Check train times and fares.
1 comment
Barnsley is a good visit for away fans. It is a friendly place and given the ground is a 10 minute walk from the bus/train station you can go enjoy some shopping and pubs before the game. I’ve been on a couple of occasions to watch Huddersfield and always found it a good day out. The facilities in the away stand are good and the atmosphere when the stand is full is one of the best I have experienced. Highly recommended.