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Highbury Stadium

Fleetwood Town · Fleetwood, England

EFL League One soccer stadium active
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TurfNurd Score — Solid venue
Based on capacity, historical significance and visitor interest
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Team
Fleetwood Town
Capacity
5,327
Year Built
1939
Surface
grass
Indoor / Outdoor
outdoor
Country

About Highbury Stadium

Highbury Stadium is a soccer venue located in Fleetwood, England, with a seating capacity of 5,327. It is home to Fleetwood Town, who compete in EFL League One. Highbury Stadium is one of 93 venues in England tracked on TurfNurd, and ranks 22nd among EFL League One stadiums by capacity.

About Highbury Stadium

Highbury Stadium

Highbury Stadium is a premier football ground in Fleetwood, Lancashire. With a capacity of 5,327, it serves as the home of Fleetwood Town FC and is known for its modern facilities and unique sporting history.

Key Stadium Features Parkside Stand: A £4 million development (opened 2011) featuring 2,000 seats, executive boxes, and hospitality suites.

Memorial Stand: Named in honor of local service members and trawlermen, holding 1,473 fans.

Percy Ronson Stand: A dedicated terraced area for 621 supporters.

Highbury Stand: The west stand offering covered seating for 550 spectators.

Historical Highlights Originally opened in 1939, Highbury Stadium has a rich heritage:

Speedway Legacy: From 1948 to 1952, the ground hosted the Fleetwood Flyers speedway team. The modern stands were later built over the original track area.

Major Redevelopment: Between 2007 and 2011, the stadium underwent a multi-phase transformation to meet English Football League (EFL) standards, including a full pitch relay and advanced drainage installation.

Location & Access Situated on Highbury Avenue next to Memorial Park, the stadium is a central hub for sports in the Wyre Borough. It previously hosted Blackpool F.C. reserves and remains one of the most recognized landmarks in Fleetwood.

Matchday Tip: The Parkside Stand offers the best views and premium amenities, including the club shop and community rooms.

Score breakdown: Capacity 2p · Historic events 0p · League prestige 15p