Halliwell Jones Stadium

Halliwell Jones Stadium is a state-of-the-art purpose built rugby league stadium in Warrington, England. It is the home ground of Warrington Wolves but has also staged major fixtures such as the Challenge Cup semi-final and the 2004 European Nations Final. It was also a venue for Women's Euro 2005 in football.

Related Topics:
Rugby league - Warrington Wolves - Challenge Cup - European Nations Final - Women's Euro 2005 - Football

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The stadium was notable for bucking the common trend of modern stadia by including standing areas rather than being an all-seater stadium. It also has enormous pitch dimensions of 120 m x 74 m.

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The official capacity of the stadium is 14206.

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After Warrington's success in the 2005 Super League, plans are already under way to extend the new stadium. Details of the plans include new executive seating above the "South Stand" and more seating arrangements.

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