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About The Shay Stadium

The Shay Stadium in Halifax is a multi‑purpose venue that brings together football, rugby league, and community events. With a official capacity around 10,401 (5,108 seated) and flexible standing areas, it’s a great spot to catch FC Halifax Town or Halifax Panthers in action. Our guide covers seating layouts, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and restaurant options to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.

Location: Shaw Hill, Halifax, HX1 2YT (sat navs may show HX1 2YS or HX1 2YZ). The stadium sits close to central Halifax and is easily reachable by car, rail, and public transport.

Recent highlights include hosting events beyond football and rugby league, such as major cup matches and occasional international fixtures. While the stadium has seen branding changes over the years (including The MBi Shay Stadium), it remains a stable home for FC Halifax Town and Halifax Panthers. If you’re visiting for a match or event, rely on us to help you secure tickets and plan logistics—from parking to nearby places to stay and eat.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: Shaw Hill, Halifax, HX1 2YT (sat navs sometimes list HX1 2YS or HX1 2YZ).
  • Venue type: Multi‑purpose stadium hosting football (FC Halifax Town) and rugby league (Halifax Panthers).
  • Capacity: Officially 10,401 (5,108 seated) with 5,293 standing capacity; other sources cite up to 14,061 total capacity depending on seating/standing configuration.
  • Seating chart: East Stand is all‑seated and the main stand (3,500 seats); North and South Stands are terraces; Skircoat Stand is another seating/standing section.
  • Parking: The Shay Stadium car park has around 225 spaces; pay/display with tariff details published by Calderdale Council.
  • Transit: Approximately a 5–10 minute walk from Halifax railway station.
  • Nearby hotels: Various Halifax hotels available within a short drive; examples include options listed on hotel booking sites (e.g., Expedia) for proximity to The Shay.
  • Notable events hosted: Hosted a 2013 Rugby League World Cup Group C match (Tonga vs Italy); Huddersfield Giants used The Shay for three Super League home fixtures in 2011.
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished; sponsorship branding has used The MBi Shay Stadium; sale of the stadium to Ken Davy discussed/approved in 2025 but not completed.