St James Park

Plan your trip to St James’ Park with everything you need before you book. From matchday logistics to stadium tours — all in one place.

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St James’ Park Overview

Home of Newcastle United, St James’ Park rises above the city centre off Gallowgate and Strawberry Place. It’s extremely well served by the Tyne & Wear Metro and rail links; most supporters arrive by public transport and walk the final stretch. The closest stops are St James (Metro, on Gallowgate) and Monument/Haymarket (a short walk). For official directions and event-day updates, see Travelling to St James’ Park and the St James Metro station page. Tours & retail: Stadium Tours (official) • Official Online Store • Visitor Information

Related guide: Anfield Stadium

Matchdays

Arrivals & Departures

  • Metro & rail: St James (Tyne & Wear Metro) is directly by the ground; Monument and Haymarket are 5–10 minutes’ walk and help spread post-match queues. For routes and service status, see Nexus Metro. The city’s mainline services arrive at Newcastle Central (about 15 minutes’ walk).
  • Walking: signed pedestrian routes lead up from city-centre streets including Gallowgate and St Andrews Street; expect stewarded flows around the stadium footprint.
  • Buses: Major bus stops and the Eldon Square/Haymarket interchanges are a short walk. Check the club’s travel page: Official travel.

Accessibility & Entry

Turnstiles typically open 90 minutes before kick-off. For accessible arrangements and assistance, refer to the club’s guidance and contacts on the official site: Disabled Supporters • Visitor Information.

Food & Quick Eats

Concourse kiosks offer the classics; around the ground you’ll find matchday stalls and plenty of city-centre grab-and-go options. Lines build 60–90 minutes pre-kick-off, so plan snacks early.

Post-Match Pick-Up Tips

  • Agree a meet point away from the tightest footfall — e.g., down Gallowgate past the club store or towards St James Metro/Monument — then walk 10–15 minutes to meet.
  • When Metro queues are heaviest at St James, consider walking to Monument or Haymarket to disperse.
  • Build in extra time for phased egress and temporary road or one-way pedestrian systems around Strawberry Place.

Tours

Explore behind the scenes with classic tours that typically include the players’ tunnel, home dressing room (when available), media suite and a high-view vantage point over the bowl. Availability varies on event days.

Local Hotels & Pubs

Pubs (Matchday Atmosphere)

  • The Strawberry — long-standing matchday favourite on Strawberry Place, opposite the ground. Official site
  • The Town Wall — popular city-centre pub with plenty of space, good for groups. Official site

Tip: popular venues may control entry on matchdays; arrive early and bring ID.

Hotels (Walkable)

  • Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel — directly by the stadium on Gallowgate. Official site
  • Hotel Indigo Newcastle — boutique option near Central Station, an easy walk to the ground. Official site

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