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About Headingley Carnegie Stadium
Welcome to Headingley Carnegie Stadium, a dual-ground complex in Leeds that hosts Yorkshire County Cricket Club and the Leeds Rhinos rugby league team. With a combined history dating back to 1899 for Test cricket at Headingley, the venue remains a central hub for major matches and local sport. The cricket ground seats 18,350 spectators and features distinct seating areas, while the rugby stadium sits adjacent as part of the same overall complex. This page covers seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure your seats with ease.
Whether you’re catching a landmark Ashes clash or a regular-season fixture, planning ahead makes for a smoother visit. We’ve got you with clear details on where to sit, how to park, how to get there by rail or bus, and where to stay or dine near the stadium. For hotel and restaurant recommendations, we prioritize trusted partners to help you get the best value and convenient arrangements. Remember, some seating blocks like the Western Terrace may be intermittently closed during redevelopment, so checking the latest venue notes is a smart move before you buy.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Cricket Ground capacity: 18,350; location: St Michael's Lane, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3DP (main entrance Kirkstall Lane).
- Venue type: Headingley Stadium is a dual-ground complex hosting Yorkshire County Cricket Club cricket and Leeds Rhinos rugby league; includes separate cricket ground and rugby stadium.
- Seating chart notes: Cricket seating includes the East Stand Long Room and Trueman Enclosure (reserved seating); Western Terrace has been intermittently closed for some fixtures during redevelopment.
- Renaming history: Ground was Headingley Stadium; renamed Emerald Headingley Stadium in 2017 after Emerald Group sponsorship, with Emerald withdrawing in 2021; the rugby ground branding later shifted to AMT Headingley Rugby Stadium (as of 2023).
- Parking: No spectator parking at the cricket ground; advance parking options include Beckett Park (Park & Stride) and Car Park K (limited); some fixtures require advance online bookings.
- Transit: Access via Headingley and Burley Park rail stations; bus routes 19, 19A, 56, 91 stop near Kirkstall Lane; shuttle services (R66) run on select match days.
- Nearby hotels: Headingley Lodge and Headingley Stadium Hotel (inside AMT Headingley Stadium) are adjacent; other options include Premier Inn and City Centre hotels within a short drive.
- Notable events hosted: Test cricket at Headingley since 1899; landmark matches include the 1981 Ashes and the 2019 Ashes third Test where Ben Stokes scored 135* for England.