History and description

The Liberty Stadium, which replaced Swansea City's previous home, Vetch Field, where the club had been playing for almost 100 years, saw its capacity reduced to just 11,000 seats by the start of the new millennium. The new stadium was constructed by the local rugby club, the Ospreys, in 2003.

On the 23rd of July 2005, the first match at the Liberty Stadium was played. The friendly between Swansea and Fulham ended in a 1-1 draw.

Swansea City are currently in the process of expanding their stadium to a capacity of up to 32,000. The club has applied for planning permission and is awaiting a decision from the local council. The works will be undertaken in stages, with construction starting as soon as the club receives the go ahead.

The stadium's open-air design and ability to accommodate large crowds have made it a popular venue for such matches. The Liberty Stadium has served as a modest alternative to the Millennium Stadium in recent years, hosting a few international matches of the Wales national team. The stadium's open-air design and ability to accommodate large crowds have made it a popular venue for such matches.

How to get to Liberty Stadium

It is a multi-purpose stadium which can be used for football, rugby and cricket matches. It was opened in 2005 and has a capacity of 25,000. The walk from the rail station to the stadium will take about fifty minutes. Follow Swansea High Street north until the crossing with Bridge Street. Turn right onto Bridge Street and follow until reaching the stadium.

Alternatively, bus 4, 120, 125, and X20 can take you from the Swansea bus and rail station to the stadium. Buses leave for the 6-minute ride. Get off at stop Landore or Liberty Stadium.

If arriving by car, take junction 45 from the M4 motorway and follow the A4067 signs that direct you to the stadium.

Address: Liberty Stadium, Landore, Swansea, SA1 2FA

Eat, drink, and sleep near Liberty Stadium

Swansea's Liberty Stadium is located within a small retail park which also includes a few fast food outlets and pubs. In contrast, finding something to eat and drink in Swansea's city centre might be easier. There are no hotels near the Liberty Stadium, but there are various options in Swansea's city center that get good reviews and come in different price ranges.

Swansea City Tickets

Tickets for Swansea City matches can be purchased online, by phone, or at the Liberty Stadium ticket office. Most games at Swansea City tend to sell out or close to selling out, though tickets are generally available if purchased in advance.

The £45.00 price for the six high-profile matches includes a £5.00 premium per ticket.

You can find a seating plan here (pdf).

Relevant Internet links

The official website of Swansea City FC is Swanseacity.net, while the tourist information website for the Swansea bay area is Visitswanseabay.com. The public transport information website for the Swansea area is Firstgroup.com.