| Stadium Name: | The Hawthorns |
| Year Opened: | 1900 |
| Capacity: | 26,850 |
History of the stadium:
The Hawthorns has been the home of the Albion squad since 1900 after West Brom had played their home matches at several different grounds in their early years.
The stadium was the last Football League ground to be built in the 19th century and at an altitude of 551 feet, it is the highest above sea level among those of all 92 Premier League and Football League clubs.
During the 1920s, the stadium underwent various developments and expansions. The capacity increased, and The Hawthorns became a more modern and comfortable venue for football matches. The stadium continued to evolve over the years, and floodlights were installed in 1957, allowing evening matches to take place.
In the 1990s and early 2000s, The Hawthorns underwent further renovations and modernization. New stands were built, and facilities were upgraded to meet modern standards.
Two new video screens have been installed in the ground in recent years. One at the Smethwick End side of the East Stand and the other in the opposite corner of the Halfords Lane Stand.
How to get to The Hawthorns:
Here are general directions on how to get to The Hawthorns:
By Car:
- From Birmingham City Centre: Take the A41 towards West Bromwich. Follow signs for West Bromwich Albion FC.
- From M5: Exit the M5 at Junction 1 and follow the A41 towards West Bromwich. Follow signs for West Bromwich Albion FC.
By Train:
- The Hawthorns has a railway station, which is approximately a five-minute walk from the stadium. Trains run regularly to and from Birmingham New Street.
- If you are coming from Birmingham New Street, you can catch a train towards Wolverhampton and alight at The Hawthorns.
By Bus:
- Several bus services operate to and from West Bromwich town centre, which is relatively close to the stadium.
- Bus services 74 and 75 run from the town centre to The Hawthorns.
Stadium tour and museum info:
There are numerous different packages and price points for the museum and stadium tour at The Hawthorns, these range from the following:
Stadium Tour only:
- Tour Guide Led Stadium Tour
- Official Stadium Tour Certificate (Juniors)
- 20% Discount On certain items excluding The PUMA Range and sale items in the Club Shop for One Day Only (Subject to WBA Retail T&Cs)
- Complimentary On-Site Car Parking (East Stand – on a first come first served basis)
| Prices: | |
| Adults (16+): | £15 |
| Child (2-15 years): | £10 |
Stadium Tours and Lunches:
- Tour Guide Led Stadium Tour
- 2 Course Carvery Buffet
- Former Player Appearance
- Bar Facilities
- 20% Discount On certain items excluding The PUMA Range and sale items in the Club Shop for One Day Only (Subject to WBA Retail T&Cs)
- Official Stadium Tour Certificate (Juniors)
- Complimentary On-Site Car Parking (East Stand – on a first come first served basis)
| Prices: | |
| Adult (16+): | £35 |
| Child (2-15 years): | From £20 |
| Family (2 x Adults & 2 x Children): | £100 |
Stadium Tours and Lunches – Special Edition
- Tour Guide Led Stadium Tour
- 2 Course Carvery Buffet
- Former Player Appearance
- Bar Facilities
- 20% Discount On certain items excluding The PUMA Range and sale items in the Club Shop for One Day Only (Subject to WBA Retail T&Cs)
- Official Stadium Tour Certificate (Juniors)
- Complimentary On-Site Car Parking (East Stand – on a first come first served basis)
| Prices: | |
| Adults (16+): | £40 |
| Child (2-15 years): | £25 |
Address:
The Hawthorns Stadium: Halfords Lane, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B71 4LF, United Kingdom