Known as Langtree Park until 2017, it has a capacity of over 18,000 and is the home ground of St Helens R.F.C.
Totally Wicked Stadium.
| Construction | |
|---|---|
| Built | 2010–2011 |
| Opened | 2011 |
| Construction cost | £25 Million |
| Architect | Barr Construction |
When was St Helens rugby formed?
St Helens are the oldest members of the Rugby Football League. Founded as St Helens Football Club on 19 November 1873 at the Fleece Hotel by William Douglas Herman, they played their first ever match on 31 January 1874 against Liverpool Royal Infirmary.
Who owns St Helens rugby?
Eamonn McManus
Super League
| Club | Owner(s) | Source of wealth |
|---|---|---|
| St. Helens | Eamonn McManus | Banking |
| Wakefield Trinity | Michael Carter (35%) Chris Brereton (26%) John Allott (9.75%) John Minnards (9.75%) Richard Vickers (9.75%) Steve Kittrick (9.75%) | Shareholders |
| Warrington Wolves | Simon Moran | |
| Widnes Vikings |
Why is it called the Totally Wicked Stadium?
Super League club St Helens have agreed to name their home ground the Totally Wicked Stadium after signing a five-year-year sponsorship deal with an e-cigarette company. The Lancashire north west-based company, which was founded in 2008, has been the sponsor of St Helens’ north stand since 2013.
When did Saints leave Knowsley Road?
St Helens Town FC played their home fixtures at Knowsley Road from 2002 until 2010. For a period, the venue also hosted Liverpool F.C. Reserves. The stadium was demolished during spring 2011 and a new construction then known as Cunningham Grange, named after club legend Keiron Cunningham, was built on the site.
What is the oldest rugby club in the UK?
The Guy’s Hospital Football Club, representing the medics of Guy’s Hospital, in Southwark, London, is accepted by the Rugby Football Union and the Guinness Book of Records as being the oldest rugby club in the world and therefore the first football club, with a foundation date of 1843.
Where is the oldest rugby stadium in the world?
The Aviva Stadium, Lansdowne Road, Dublin City est. 1872.
Which NRL clubs are privately owned?
NRL Privately Owned Clubs:
- Canberra (100%)
- Manly-Warringah (87%m Penn, 13% Manly)
- Melbourne (100%)
- South Sydney (75% Crowe/Packer, 25% Member Co.)
- Gold Coast (100%)
- Brisbane Broncos (100%, 67% by News Limited)
- Melbourne Storm (100%)
- New Zealand Warriors (100%)
How many NRL clubs are privately owned?
Privately owned clubs
There are currently five privately owned NRL clubs: the Brisbane Broncos, Gold Coast Titans, Melbourne Storm, Newcastle Knights and New Zealand Warriors.
Who sponsors St Helens rugby?
St Helens RFC have secured a new sponsorship deal with a logistics group for the 2022 season. Kinaxia Logistics has renewed its sponsorship deal with the the Betfred Super League champions.
What is being built next to the Totally Wicked Stadium?
Property Details. Saints Retail Park is the next exciting phase of development at the Totally Wicked Stadium in St Helens. It will provide a range of retail and leisure opportunities.
Do St Helens own their stadium?
Totally Wicked Stadium is a rugby league stadium in the Peasley Cross area of St. Helens. Known as Langtree Park until 2017, it has a capacity of over 18,000 and is the home ground of St Helens R.F.C.
Totally Wicked Stadium.
| Coordinates | 53°26′51″N 2°43′39″W |
| Owner | St Helens R.F.C. |
| Operator | St Helens R.F.C. |
| Capacity | 18,000 |
| Construction |
|---|
How many people does the Totally Wicked Stadium hold?
This modern facility, opened in February 2012 and is an 18,000 capacity stadium that is not only home to the Town’s world famous Rugby League team, St. Helens R.F.C.
Where is St Helens rugby ground?
Sat Nav details: St. Helens R.F.C. Ltd., The Totally Wicked Stadium, McManus Drive, St Helens, WA9 3AL. The Club’s disabled policy in regards to parking is here.
Who played at Knowsley Road?
St Helens Town FC played their home fixtures at Knowsley Road from 2002 until 2010. The stadium was demolished during Spring 2011 and a new construction then known as Cunningham Grange was built, named after club legend, Keiron Cunningham.
Where is the birthplace of rugby?
1823. Rugby football was created by William Webb Ellis who picked up the ball and ran with it in his arms during a football game at Rugby School in England.
What is the most famous rugby stadium?
Current stadiums
| Rank | Stadium | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FNB Stadium | 94,736 |
| 2 | Stadium Australia | 84,000 |
| 3 | Twickenham Stadium | 82,000 |
| 4 | Stade de France | 81,338 |
What was rugby originally called?
The origins of the game, now know across the world simply as rugby, can be traced back over 2000 years. The Romans played a ball game called harpastum, a word derived from the Greek word “seize”, the implication of the name being that somebody actually carried or handled the ball.
What is the biggest rugby stadium in the UK?
National Stadium
| Stadium | Capacity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Twickenham Stadium | 82,000 | London |
What is the oldest stadium in UK?
Hallam F.C., Hallam C.C. First opened in 1804, Hallam F.C. have played at the ground since 1860. Sandygate has been recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the “Oldest Football Ground in the World”.
What city invented rugby?
Warwickshire, England
Where does rugby come from? Rugby is said to have originated at Rugby School in Warwickshire, England, in 1823 when during a game of football, William Webb Ellis decided to pick up a ball and go with it.