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About Northamptonshire County Cricket Club
Welcome to The County Ground, the outdoor cricket venue home to Northamptonshire County Cricket Club. Located on Abington Avenue in Northampton, this ground has hosted cricket since 1905 and has welcomed international fixtures and memorable events, including Elton John’s concert in 2011. At this venue, there are several stands to choose from, with wheelchair spaces available in the Spencer Stand. While there is no on-site public parking, nearby options and accessible transport make attending easy. Whether you’re planning a match day or a special event, we’ve got you covered with seating guidance, parking tips, transit details, and recommended nearby hotels and dining to make your visit seamless.
Plan ahead to secure your seats and enjoy the vibrant matchday atmosphere at The County Ground. For travel and stay options, consider our trusted partner recommendations for convenient hotels and top local dining. If you’re curious about the ground’s history, this venue has been a cornerstone of Northamptonshire cricket since 1905 and has hosted notable fixtures, from international ODIs to WT20Is and even a major concert. Reach out to us for help finding tickets and arranging logistics for a smooth, straightforward experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity commonly listed as 6,500 (some sources round to 7,000).
- Address: The County Ground, Abington Avenue, Northampton NN1 4PR.
- Venue type: outdoor cricket ground, home to Northamptonshire County Cricket Club; previously used by Northampton Town FC (1897–1994).
- Seating: no allocated general seating; stands include Vogue Stand, Lynn Wilson Stand, Metcalf Stand, Briggs & Forrester Stand, Spencer Pavilion (upper/lower), Turner Stand, Michael Graham Stand and West Stand; wheelchair spaces in Spencer Stand.
- Parking/transport: no on-site public parking; Abington Park parking available for some fixtures; disabled parking around Abington Ave/Wantage Rd; buses stop at the Wantage Road gates; Northampton railway station is a short ride or walk away.
- Nearby hotels: Premier Inn Northampton Town Centre (~1.3 miles); Holiday Inn Express Northampton – South (nearby), plus other Northampton hotels within a short drive.
- Notable events: Northamptonshire home matches since 1905; international fixtures (e.g., 1999 ODI South Africa v Sri Lanka; 2008 WT20I England v South Africa); Elton John concert at the ground in 2011.