View of Take That at Sunderland Stadium Of Light from Seat Block U6, Take That - Sunderland Stadium of Light 28th May 2011 - Seat Block U6. Club: Sunderland AFC | Opening: 1997 | Capacity: 49,000 seats. Use the Navigator to select your preferred aerial view, and turn on or off various levels. The Stadium of Light was the last of the big north-eastern clubs I needed to visit and another ground to tick off the list. SECTION MAP. It's a nice stadium. Amazing show with a pretty good view of the stage, lighting, screens, and the sound was good too. I parked in the City Centre and then it was a 15 minute walk to the stadium. I would visit Sunderland again, especially when the weather is warmer. The Stadium of Light looks impressive from the outside, and is just as impressive inside too. Had a stottie (local name for a large bread roll) on the way to the ground so was an enjoyable time pre-match. I parked in the nearby Metro Station car park (easy to get in, slow to get away from). And about seven hours to get back to Southampton. The stadium is built on the former site of the Monkwearmouth Colliery by Ballast Wiltshire plc. Message: Please click on the following link to view the Denver Broncos Seats3D web site. The game itself was good. Outside the stadium, there is a statue of former FA Cup winning manager Bob Stokoe, as well as some reminders of the former Wearmouth Colliery, on the site of which the stadium was built. Quickly search for your desired view from section. but actually both sides had chances. The Stadium of Light looks impressive as you approach it. I have a season ticket there. understand (but also worry youre spending too much time on competitor sites). Once we scored they lost their confidence and never looked as dangerous as they did in the first twenty minutes before we scored. We stayed overnight in Premier Inn which was a 15 minute walk. The home fans all seemed friendly and there was no hint of any animosity and club colours were being openly worn. The journey was a long one and then we met quite a lot of traffic as we reached Sunderland. The clubs fans have always been famous for producing an intense atmosphere, and the traditions of Roker Park have remained at the Stadium of Light. The concept is simple. Our party had a good laugh with the home fans who thought a draw would be the final result. Trust me, the bubbles do go to your head. I have never been to the Stadium of Light. Towards the Wear crossing there was a slight bottleneck around the Metro stop but we managed to make it back to the train station in time to get the 17:30 train back to Newcastle. Good day out and a great weekend in Newcastle. It was good. The main entrance to the ground also looked good, and we had the usual photos taken outside. Our seats in the the West Stand Premier Concourse, and the views over the city from the windows behind being second to none. Would definitely recommend as a stadium to visit. A long way to go on a Tuesday night but the Stadium of Light is highly recommended, having now been. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. The pub was small inside but they had a marquee and a little bar out that back, which helped getting served. Sunderland has always been a city without a cathedral, but the stadium has created a spiritual home for local people as thousands of supporters flock to games to experience the passion and enjoy the action. You can set your preferences, at any time, regarding the use of Cookies. Despite not being right next to the ground they were still well populated with friendly home supporters but without being rammed. The home fans seemed friendly and we didn't encounter any trouble. Best fans worst team was a frequent comment. Visitors to SeatingPlan.net haven't yet rated any of the seat blocks at Sunderland Stadium Of Light. If you are going to a University of Michigan game to get drunk and have a . Michael Freanch a visiting Birmingham City fan informs me; If you are going into Newcastle after the match then then it may be an idea to walk walk into the centre of Sunderland (10-15 minutes walk) and get metro from there. There were rarely any queues for food and drink and there was a well-staffed betting desk and clean toilets. Walked up to Newcastle Station to get our train tickets as the Metro wasn't operating between Newcastle and Sunderland due to maintenance work on the line. I wasn't even 100% sure it was King who had scored our goal as you are so far from the other end of the ground. Insightful: Use Seat View to gain some perspective before choosing your seat. Sunderland vs Newcastle rivalry: All football fans know about this derby despite the two teams being separated by an entire league right now. We were high up in the third tier. Otherwise, there is a chippy a couple of doors away. Sunderland are going through a transition at the moment and so look a bit brittle. Lane Stadium, 2L. Poor refereeing decision ruined the day for us. Construction officially began in May 1996 and took 14 months to complete, producing what is now regarded as one of the finest stadiums in Europe. The last Metro to Seaburn saw us pub crawling to his, kebab in hand. Tickets for Sunderland games can be purchased online, by phone + 44 (0) 871 911 1973, or in person at the Stadium of Light ticket office. The Stadium of Light is the second largest stadium in the North East so it's quite impressive, more so inside as it looks as if the playing surface is set below ground level. But that food and alcohol on sale were a bit pricey. Getting away afterwards, the coaches were waiting behind the North Stand where they dropped us off. The stewards were fantastic. As I missed that game I am thinking it must be me! Play 360-enabled photos require you to download and register for an app, or A very good away day. An excellent day tainted by a few mindless idiots. In conclusion, Sunderland is a very enjoyable and good value for money day out and I would recommend it to anyone. Definitely worthwhile and if Gateshead ever get into the league I'd certainly make another trip up. The fans are some of the friendliest I know and I hate to see them fighting against relegation. Bournemouth lived up to their reputation and were excellent. If you have sat in Seat Block U6 at Sunderland Stadium Of Light, why not click the stars to leave your rating to let other visitors know what to expect! We were staying in Newcastle for theweekend the decent nightlife so we were having a good time regardless of the football. Walking over the Wear Bridge it dominates the skyline and is an impressive sight all lit up at night. We were warmly received there (the lady behind the bar seemed to know as much about Dunfermline where I live as I do!). The crowd were a bit quiet, probably due to the fact that the club are in a relegation battle and Sam Allardyce is not known for attractive football. Ben King a visiting Ipswich Town fan adds; Also close to the ground is the Wheatsheaf pub, which now allows in away fans and has recently been refurbished. the focus back on fun. On the food front, then the club offers; Fish & Chips (5.50), Various Pies (3.50) including the Chicken Balti Pie, Cornish Pasties (3) and Jumbo Sausage Rolls (3). As they are being sold by supporters, prices tend to be normally more reasonable than going through a ticketing agency. The scenery as I progressed north was lovely, including some sea views. I went to Gateshead v Grimsby the day before and was stopping overnight at my mate's in the North East which is one of my favourite parts of the country. The second half was more or less West Ham and after Payet's equaliser, I really did think we were in control and thought we were going to go on and win the game. This is the view that you will get from Seat Block U6 at Sunderland Stadium Of Light. Average Attendance Lightened by the use of quotes on the wall but if anybody has mobility impairments give yourself plenty of time. I travelled up with my mate who is an Everton disabled Season Ticket holder, meaning our tickets came with a parking pass for the Green Car Park (which is located right next to the fanzone). The view from the away end (in the upper tier behind one of the goals) is excellent apart from the fact if you're near the back you can't see the big screen above the goal at the other end as the roof is in the way, but the view of the pitch itself is really good. Of course this game meant nothing for us as we had nothing to fight for, being that wewere in mid-table. We travelled on a train chartered by Tottenham. The West (Main) Stand on one side also has a row of executive boxes (which you can sit outside if you wish), that are situated just below the top tier. Telling me about he used to live/work in Southampton. undefined team is thrilled to announce the launch of our new product: 360 Interactive Seat View Ten minute walk into Town and Wetherspoons with Yate's across the road gave us a swift pint or two, before my train took me back to Newcastle, less than 4 hours after full time I was home, feet up with a single malt. Why you were looking forward to going to the ground (or not as the case may be): Well, being an exiled Iron and living bang on the Cornwall Devon border, completing the grounds like Newcastle, Middlesbrough and Sunderland in the 92 early on was key for me, meaning that I could casually visit them and not have to fret and worry about not doing them. Lane Stadium, 5L (1) Lane Stadium, 6L. The tours last just over 60 minutes. Turn right onto the A1231 following the signs for Sunderland. The away turnstiles are located on the side of the ground which is straight ahead. I met Neil at 10pm in the Centurian at Newcastle station. Please note these tickets are for Home or Neutral supporters only. It is a fabulous stadium. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc. The atmosphere from the 1200 plus Oxford fans was great and of course, the 30 000 Sunderland fans when they got going. I didn't try any but it seemed reasonably priced for a football ground (at 3.40 a pint). I had a walk around the ground to take a few photographs and to look at the surrounding area. The home fans were very quiet. If you feel a little mischievous, then ask the nearest Sunderland fan whether it is a Geordie Lamp. We met some on the way back when we stopped on A19 and exchanged good and honest appraisals of the match. Insightful: Use Seat View to gain some perspective before choosing your seat. Overall the 1-1 draw was probably the right result. As it is the top tier, expect it to be high, and players hard to make out. I was on official travel coach from the Macron Stadium and enjoyed a good ride across the Yorkshire Dales to get to the A1 and head North. Photos! There is a chippy just across the road but by 2.30pm our decision-making skills were letting us down and we carelessly spent the last of our change on another pint instead. Last season we had a couple of drinks in The Colliery pub just over the road from the ground: You could drink outside, where they even had a small bar set up and that was a memorable and unique experience. We made plenty of noise but the home fans were fairly quiet. TD Garden Naming Rights Extended Through 2045. Seating charts for New York Giants, New York Guardians, New York Jets. 6. Got back in the car and a short wait while the traffic cleared before we set off back to Derby for the second overnight stay. The prospect of a night out in Newcastle also appealed. It is the best ground in League One by a mile. A West Ham player was sent off near the end but Sunderland failed to take advantage. A ten minute walk to the car. This probably had something to do with the fact that the Great North Run was being held at the same time. mobile devices, Coverage provided for 99% of seats at all We all drove up on Friday taking 3 hours to reach our hotel. The game was a classic cup tie with both teams up for it, going in at half time locked at 3-3. It took about 40 minutes to get away from the ground along the A1018. I came by train and stayed over a couple of nights. I also quite liked the look of the Stadium of Light, a big, modern ground usually my type but this enticed me to go. Shame we didn't have more time pre-match to enjoy it further. It was a four hours each way journey, and the Albion fans seemed happy enough. We warmed up in the car first for around 15 minutes. aspect of a seats view to experience, Smartphone user movement is integrated for an immersive VR Many of the back roads and estates have official club signs on them, warning to respect residential parking, so not doing so could lead you to a hefty fine. We were back on the Metro within 40 minutes of the full time whistle. The game was a very entertaining 2-2 draw in the end and as Wet Ham were 2-0 down after 20 minutes we went away very happy to have stolen a point. 90s tech is no longer with us. Lovely drive up there, fabulous weather and easy parking. This is the view that you will get from Seat Block U6 at Sunderland Stadium Of Light. Many buses serve the stadium from the stadium and the city centre. Traffic was very slow on the A1231 heading south so we drove along the River Wear to the B4105. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? The journey from Hertfordshire to the Stadium of Light took us four and a half hours straight up the A1 from Hertfordshire. The away section is too far from the pitch and should not be located above home supporters. In the end a draw was harsh on the visitors and Sunderland look like they will have to battle to stay in the Premier League. Comment on getting away from the ground after the game: The buses back to the car park are located behind the North Stand come out the ground and head towards the main road you'll more than likely see a queue of people already waiting. Overall then a great day out capped by a classic Chelsea win and made it one of the best aways of the season and I for one can't wait for Sunderland next year. Kevin Davis informs me; The club have secured planning permission to add another 7,200 seats to the Roker (South) Stand, which would take the capacity to 55,000. The ground is very impressive but you need to be a bit fit to climb the many steps up to the away section. The away end was good and the view is impressive, even though I was on the back row. When I love like Jesus loves my passion for people prevails over my pride in my position. Then it was a walk into town and first stop the Blue Bell followed by a taxi towards the ground. FedExField Seating Chart. By continuing, you agree to the use of cookies. For example, at 36ft you will see "36ft- The height that Chris Waddle's penalty reached in 1990." New grounds usually look impressive from the outside as there's usually no buildings next to it blocking the view and the Stadium of Light is no exception. I spent a good couple of minutes talking to a steward on my way in. Was fairly easy to get away as there are many ways to head back into town , most home fans headed back to the local pubs or to the metro. I also wore my teams colours walking out after the match and did not get any trouble from the Sunderland supporters. Hopefully, these idiots will be identified and banned and spoilt which was otherwise a good day. Until then, I will make do with playing them at Stevenage next week in the EFL Cup third round! Headed into the city centre then out to the A1. HDRI support provides stunning, high-definition images on all device types. I could see this place could be jumping if the locals were winning. I was walking so this was very straightforward for me. It was actually a great pub with beer costing 2.50 per pint and your traditional cheese rolls if you wanted them. Access our charts below or by searching for any venue using the SeatGeek search bar. The two carriage train was again rammed but we managed to squeeze on and get back to Newcastle. An all-round top boozer. Wells Fargo Center Seating Chart. Best one by far was the "Ship Isis" and we also got some perfectly decent pub grub at the nearby Engine Room (the old fire station). Given that Sunderland looked certain to be relegated I thought this might be the last time for a while that I would get to the Stadium of Light. Stadium Of Light Capacity: 49,000 (all seated) Address: Stadium Of Light, Sunderland, SR5 1SU Telephone: 0371 911 1200 Fax: 0191 551 5123 Ticket Office: 0371 911 1973 StadiumTours: 0371 911 1200 Pitch Size: 105 x 68 metres Pitch Type: Grass Club Nickname: The Black Cats Year Ground Opened: 1997 Undersoil Heating: Yes Because the away fans are in the upper tier of the stand I feel this is detrimental to the atmosphere of the game. The food was nice but relatively pricey. Away fans are now housed in the Upper Tier of the Carling North Stand at one end of the stadium, where around 3,000 fans can be housed for league games. Turn left along the front and you will see the pub up on the left. We used the Park and Ride car parking which was very easy to use before and after the game. P25 section 5 row 336 seat anonymous Stadium Of Light