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Oakwell Stadium

Club: Barnsley FC | Opening: 1888 | Capacity: 23,287 seats

History and description

Oakwell Stadium was built in 1888. It got extensively redeveloped in the 1990s, with only the original main stand from the early 20th century left standing.

First, a new East Stand got built in 1993, followed by a new South Stand in 1995. Works were completed with a new North Stand in 1999.

In recent years, plans have been made to replace the old main stand with a new modern all-seater stand, but it is unlikely that these will get realised in the upcoming years.

How to get to Oakwell

Oakwell Stadium is located just east of Barnsley’s town centre and rail station. The walk will only take 5 to 10 minutes.

Barnsley is serviced with direct trains from, among others, Sheffield, Leeds, and Huddersfield.

Address: Grove Street, Barnsley, S71 1ET

Barnsley Tickets

Tickets for Barnsley matches can be bought online , or at the ticket office at the stadium. Tickets can also be bought at the turnstiles on the day of the match.

Ticket prices are the same for all stands, but depend on the opponent. The cheapest go for £23.00, while tickets for the most expensive opponents cost £36.00. Tickets are £2.00 more expensive if bought on the day.

For more information email [email protected] or call +44 (0)871 2266777.

Photos of Oakwell

Relevant Internet links

Barnsleyfc.co.uk – Official website of Barnsley FC. Barnsley.co.uk – Barnsley tourist information. Nationalrail.co.uk – Check train times and fares.

Barnsley is a good visit for away fans. It is a friendly place and given the ground is a 10 minute walk from the bus/train station you can go enjoy some shopping and pubs before the game. I’ve been on a couple of occasions to watch Huddersfield and always found it a good day out. The facilities in the away stand are good and the atmosphere when the stand is full is one of the best I have experienced. Highly recommended.

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Oakwell Stadium: Barnsley

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Oakwell Stadium was built in the same year that Barnsley Football Club was founded, though it didn’t officially open until the year after, 1888. Unusually for a Football League club, the ground not only hosts the first XI matches but also the club’s reserves fixtures. The name ‘Oakwell’ normally refers to the stadium itself, though officially it is also the name of the surrounding facilities that together comprise The Barnsley FC Academy.

For most of its existence the stadium was owned by Barnsley Football Club themselves. However the club entered into a period of financial difficulty at the start of the millennium, eventually falling into administration. At this point Barnsley Council purchased the main Oakwell Stadium, though not the surrounding properties. This gave the club the finances it needed to be able to pay off their creditors whilst also remaining in the Football League.

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Oakwell Stadium Seating Plan and Where to Sit

Built as it was in the 1880s, even the recent renovations to the ground can’t stop it maintaining its typical ‘English Style’ of having a stand on each edge of the pitch. Two of the stands are double-tiered and two of them are single-tiered. Here’s some information on each:

The North Stand – This single-tier stand is behind the goal and is capable of holding over 6,000 fans. It is normally where the away fans sit, though, so it rarely sells out.
The East Stand – There are two-tiers separated by a row of executive boxes in this stand and it has a capacity of over 7,000. This is also the club dedicated Family Area.
The South Stand – Built in 1995, this single-tier stand houses Barnsley’s more vocal supporters and is known to the locals at the Pontefract Road End.
The West Stand – If you can avoid sitting in the lower section of this two-tier structure when the weather’s bad then do – it’s the only part of the ground not covered by a roof. This is considered to be the main stand in the stadium and is also the only bit of Oakwell that is original, even though it’s undergone numerous renovations over the years.

Barnsley Ticket Prices

Barnsley have decided to categorise their matches, A and B, and all prices will be two pounds cheaper if bought in advance as opposed to on the day of the match.

They have a differing rate across the stadium depending on where you want to sit, with the category of the match and your age also dictating the different amount that you’ll pay. So it’s all a bit convoluted.

Here are the matchday prices for adults and concessions in each category:

A: £22-£28 / £17-£21
B: £20-£26 / £15-£19

How To Get Barnsley Tickets

As is the case with most Football League clubs that are on the ball, Barnsley have a great website that will be the first port of call for most fans looking to pick up tickets. For those of you that prefer a more old school way of working, however, there is a ticket office that you can either call into in person or call on the phone.

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Getting To Oakwell Stadium

Barnsley is in South Yorkshire, not far from Sheffield. For that reason it’s not the hardest place to get to depending on where you’re coming from, but then it’s not the easiest place to visit either. Here are some methods of transport you might like to consider:

Train – Barnsley Railway Station is less then a ten minute walk from the stadium, so that’s where you’ll be heading if you’re getting the train. It will take you about two and a half hours to get there from London St. Pancras, for example, with a change in Sheffield. It will be slightly quicker from a Northern city like Liverpool, again changing in the steel city.

Bus – Because the stadium is so close to the centre of Barnsley and the train station in particular, there isn’t really a need to get the bus to the ground. If you really want to do it, though, you’re best off asking the locals of the best route for you.

Car – Oakwell Stadium is just off the M1, so get onto that motorway before leaving at Junction 37 and taking the A628. Stick on that road until you see the signs for the ground.

By Air – Robin Hood Doncaster-Sheffield Airport is less than thirty miles away from Barnsley, whilst Leeds-Bradford Airport isn’t much further than that. If you want a much more mainstream airport then Manchester is less than fifty miles away and has excellent transport options for your onward journey.

Taxi – A taxi from the centre of Barnsley to the ground will take about five minutes and shouldn’t cost you any more than £4 unless you get caught in traffic.

Parking Near Oakwell Stadium

There are car parks at the ground, with access being decided on a first-come-first-served basis and costing about £5. There is another one at the nearby Metrodome Leisure Centre and visiting supporters can park at Queens Ground.

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Oakwell Stadium Hotels

Nearby Sheffield offers the bright lights of a bigger city, but Barnsley is not without some decent hotel options of its own. Here are some of our favourites for you to consider:

ibis Styles Barnsley Hotel - £35+

Holiday Inn Barnsley - £50+

Mercure Barnsley Tankersley Manor - £70+

Pubs and bars near oakwell stadium.

Barnsley is an excellent place to go for a drink or two; full of colourful locals and plenty of history, there are watering holes aplenty. Here are some of our favourites for when you come to consider where to have your pre-match pint:

The Joseph Bramah

The court house.

Renovated in the 1990s, Oakwell is now starting to show its age a little in some areas of the ground. It’s generally a friendly place to go with a good atmosphere, though, and it has all of the usual facilities you’d expect at a football ground including kiosks where you can buy a drink and a bite to eat. There’s even a purpose-built structure for disabled fans.

Programme: £3
Cup of tea: £2

Hospitality

As with most clubs in the top few divisions of the Football League, Barnsley offer numerous hospitality packages for your benefit and amusement. Here are some details about some of the options open to you:

The Legends Suite – Spending your match day here will see you enjoy a pre-match three-course meal, half-time refreshments including freshly brewed tea or coffee, half-time and full-time drinks from a cash bar and executive seating, not to mention visits from players and ex players.
Hospitality Suites – These can be hired out on a match by match basis for groups of at least twenty people, so they’re the perfect location for family celebrations or business meetings. You’ll enjoy dedicated waiting staff, half-time refreshments and a varied food menu.
The Premier Lounge – This is one of the more relaxed of the hospitality options at Oakwell. You’ll receive reserved seating, a complimentary match programme and access to a cash bar as well as the ability to place drinks order for both half-time and full-time.

Private Hire

As is the case with the majority of clubs that have excellent hospitality options, Barnsley allow their function rooms and suites to be used for private hire purposes, should you require it. In the past the stadium has been used to host business conferences (with the executive boxes used as breakout rooms), seminars, exhibitions, sportsmen’s dinners and more. They can even host your wedding if you’re a massive Barnsley fan! They can host your wedding if you’re not a massive Barnsley fan, of course, but then why would you want to get married at Oakwell if you didn’t support Barnsley?

Stadium Tours & Museum

The club don’t run regular tours of the stadium, but they do do occasional special edition tours at times like half-term. If you are lucky enough to get your timing right then you’ll get a true behind-the-scenes look at the home of Barnsley Football Club.

Previous tours have taken in the usual sites you’d expect to see on a tour, such as the dressing rooms, the players’ tunnel and the dugouts. On top of that, though, you’ll also get to see the head coach’s office, where he does all of his preparation for games; areas normally reserved for match day officials; the press room and even the hospitality suites.

The last time the club ran a tour it was free of charge, and lasted about an hour. If you’d like to see if they’ll do a tour for you then it’s always worth giving the club a call and asking. There is no Barnsley museum, but the club often has memorabilia on display for your perusal.

About Barnsley

The Tykes were founded in 1887 as Barnsley St. Peter’s by the excellently named Reverend Tiverton Preedy. They played in the Sheffield and District League from 1890 until 1895 before joining the Midland League until 1898 when they joined the Football League proper. The club has spent more seasons in English football’s second-tier than any other team.

In 1910 Barnsley reached the FA Cup final for the first time, taking Newcastle to a replay before eventually losing out. They learnt from their experience, however, and when they took West Bromwich Albion to a replay in the 1912 final of the competition their experience paid off, with Barnsley winning 1-0 and taking the FA Cup home for the only time in the club’s history.

Oakwell Stadium History

Oakwell Stadium was renovated throughout the 1990s, with the club’s solitary season in the Premier League almost single-handedly paying for the re-building of the The North Stand; much to the consternation of some of the fans as it cost £4.5 million. It was hoped that the club would also be able to develop the ageing West Stand, but the club’s relegation from the top-flight and subsequent financial problems put paid to that notion.

There have been a number of attempts to use the ground for purposes other than Barnsley matches. Wakefield Trinity Wildcats Rugby League Club played their first Super League game in the stadium in 1998, for example. Wakefield & Emley non-league Football Club used the ground for an FA Cup tie against Rotherham in the same year, and Manchester City played there in a UEFA Cup qualifying game when the City Of Manchester Stadium’s pitch was being relaid in the summer of 2008.

Future Developments

The West Stand has had some work done and will almost certainly be redeveloped further at some point in the future, due to the fact that it’s the only original part of the stadium that is left. That is unlikely to happen until Barnsley have re-established themselves as a second-tier team, however, and are on a more stable footing financially.

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Oakwell Stadium | Barnsley football ground guide

Oakwell stadium guide.

Oakwell Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England. It is the home of Barnsley Football Club and has a capacity of 23,287. The stadium was opened in 1888 and has been renovated several times since then. The most recent renovation was completed in 2016.

Oakwell Stadium is a classic football stadium with a traditional atmosphere. It is one of the few remaining grounds in England to have its floodlights on corner pylons. The stadium is also home to the Barnsley FC Academy and several training pitches.

Oakwell Stadium is a popular destination for football fans and is a great place to watch a match. The stadium is located in a convenient location and is easy to get to by car or public transport.

Here are some of the things you can do at Oakwell Stadium:

Watch a Barnsley Football Club match
Take a tour of the stadium
Use the facilities at the Barnsley FC Academy
Play on one of the training pitches
Attend an event at the stadium

If you are a football fan, then Oakwell Stadium is a great place to visit. The stadium has a rich history and is a great place to watch a match.

Pubs near Oakwell Stadium, home of Barnsley FC, for home and away fans

The Dove Inn : This pub is a 5 minute walk from the stadium and is a popular spot for both home and away fans. It has a wide selection of beers on tap and a good food menu. Address: 102 Doncaster Rd, Barnsley S70 1TP. Phone: 01226 288351.
The Manx Arms : This pub is a 10 minute walk from the stadium and is a more traditional pub with a focus on real ale. It has a friendly atmosphere and is a good place to go before the match. Address: 32 Sheffield Rd, Barnsley S70 1HP. Phone: 01226 292992.
The Mount : This pub is a 15 minute walk from the stadium and is a gastropub with a modern menu. It has a large beer garden and is a good place to relax after the match. Address: 32 Pontefract Rd, Barnsley S71 1AB.
Barnsley East Dene Working Men’s Club : This is a friendly club located on Dene Road, about a 10-minute walk from the stadium. It is a popular spot for both home and away fans, and it has a good selection of beers, wines, and spirits. The club also has a pool table and a darts board. Address: Barnsley East Dene Working Mens Club, 111 Doncaster Rd, Barnsley S70 1UD. Phone: 07705 968360.

If you’re looking for something a little different, you could try one of the following:

The Metrodome : This leisure centre has a bar and restaurant with views of the stadium. It’s a good option if you want to avoid the crowds and have a more relaxed atmosphere. Address: Queens Ground, Queens Rd, Barnsley S71 1AN. Phone: 01226 730060.
The Garrison : This pub is a short walk from the town centre and is a popular spot for live music. It’s a good option if you’re looking for something to do after the match. Address: Hanson St, Barnsley S70 2HZ.
The Old Town Hall is a historic pub located in the town centre. It is a popular spot for both home and away fans, and it has a good selection of beers, wines, and spirits. The pub also has a traditional English menu, including fish and chips, bangers and mash, and shepherd’s pie. Address: 4 High St, Wombwell, Barnsley S73 0AW. Phone: 01226 984466.

Hotels near Oakwell Stadium in Barnsley, UK

Premier Inn Barnsley Central M1 J37 is a 3-star hotel with free Wi-Fi and on-site parking. It is a 10-minute walk from Oakwell Stadium and 2 miles from Barnsley town centre.
Travelodge Barnsley is a 2-star hotel with free Wi-Fi and on-site parking. It is a 15-minute walk from Oakwell Stadium and 1.5 miles from Barnsley town centre.
ibis Styles Barnsley is a 3-star hotel with free Wi-Fi and on-site parking. It is a 10-minute drive from Oakwell Stadium and 2 miles from Barnsley town centre.
Holiday Inn Barnsley M1, JCT.37, an IHG Hotel is a 4-star hotel with free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool, and a spa. It is a 10-minute drive from Oakwell Stadium and 2 miles from Barnsley town centre.

How to get to Oakwell Stadium, Home of Barnsley FC

By car: Oakwell Stadium is located at Oakwell Lane, Barnsley S71 1ET. To get there by car, take the M1 motorway to junction 37 and follow the signs for Barnsley. Once in Barnsley, follow the signs for Oakwell Stadium. There is a car park at the stadium, but it can get busy on match days.
By train: Barnsley Interchange is the nearest train station to Oakwell Stadium. Trains run from Sheffield, Leeds, and Manchester. From the station, it is a short walk to the stadium.
By bus: There are several bus routes that stop near Oakwell Stadium. The nearest bus stops are on Oakwell Lane and Doncaster Road.

If you are planning to attend a match at Oakwell Stadium, it is advisable to arrive early as parking and public transport can get busy.

Here are some additional details about getting to Oakwell Stadium by each method:

By car: The car park at Oakwell Stadium is open from 2 hours before kick-off until 1 hour after the final whistle. There is a charge for parking, but it is free for disabled visitors.
By train: Barnsley Interchange is a modern transport hub with a range of facilities, including shops, cafes, and toilets. The station is located on the Sheffield to Manchester line and is served by Northern Rail.
By bus: Buses to Oakwell Stadium run from several locations in Barnsley, including the town centre, the train station, and the Metrodome Leisure Centre. The buses are operated by First South Yorkshire.

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Things to do at Oakwell Stadium

Watch a Barnsley FC match. Oakwell Stadium is the home of Barnsley FC, a professional football club that competes in the Championship, the second tier of English football. The stadium has a capacity of 23,287 and is known for its passionate atmosphere.
Take a tour of the stadium. The stadium offers a guided tour that takes you behind the scenes and gives you a closer look at the facilities. The tour includes a visit to the players’ dressing room, the press box, and the pitch.
Attend a special event. Oakwell Stadium is also used for a variety of other events, such as concerts, conferences, and corporate functions. The stadium has hosted a number of high-profile events, including Rugby League games.
Visit the Oakwell Museum. The Oakwell Museum is located on the stadium grounds and tells the story of Barnsley FC and the history of Oakwell Stadium. The museum has a collection of memorabilia, including trophies, photographs, and kits.
Enjoy the surrounding area. Oakwell Stadium is located in the town of Barnsley, which is in the South Yorkshire region of England. The town has a number of attractions, including the Barnsley Museum, the Town Hall, and the MetroCentre shopping mall.

Here are some additional tips for your visit to Oakwell Stadium:

Buy your tickets in advance. Tickets for Barnsley FC matches are often sold out, so it is advisable to buy your tickets in advance. Tickets can be purchased online or at the stadium box office.
Arrive early. The stadium gates open two hours before kick-off, so it is advisable to arrive early to avoid the crowds.
Dress for the weather. The weather in South Yorkshire can be unpredictable, so it is advisable to dress for all weather conditions.
Bring your camera. Oakwell Stadium is a beautiful stadium and you will want to capture your memories on camera.
Be respectful of the other fans. Oakwell Stadium is a passionate football ground and it is important to be respectful of the other fans.

Things to do near Oakwell Stadium in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Visit the Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre. This museum tells the story of Barnsley from its early days to the present day.
Take a walk or bike ride through Cannon Hall Park. This beautiful park has plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Visit the National Coal Mining Museum for England. This museum tells the story of coal mining in England and is a great place to learn about the history of this important industry.
Take a trip to Wentworth Castle Gardens. These stunning gardens are home to a variety of plants and flowers, as well as a number of historical buildings.
Visit the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. This world-renowned sculpture park is home to a collection of over 2,500 sculptures.
Take a walk along the River Don. This river flows through Barnsley and is a great place to enjoy the scenery and wildlife.
Visit the town of Barnsley itself. This historic town has plenty of shops, restaurants, and pubs to explore.

These are just a few suggestions of things to do near Oakwell Stadium. There are many other attractions in the area, so you’re sure to find something to keep you entertained.

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Oakwell - Barnsley Stadium Guide

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By Football Tripper Last Updated: September 8, 2021

Stadium facts.

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Oakwell is a multi-purpose sports venue located in the South Yorkshire town of Barnsley, North England.

Dating as far back as 1887, today’s 23,009 capacity ground bears little resemblance to the original set of facilities with Barnsley F.C’s home ground undergoing numerous renovations between 1992-1999.

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Oakwell history.

The land on which Oakwell Stadium sits on today was first used to host the football matches of Barnsley FC back in 1888.

Founded as Barnsley St. Peters the previous year by clergyman Tiverton Preedy, fans often refer to the ground as just Oakwell however the name technically refers to the entirety of the club facilities at the site rather than just the stadium itself.

As a stadium which dates back to the early 19th century naturally a lot has changed over the years, although Oakwell does in fact retain some of its original features.

The main stand constructed on the western side of the pitch which dates back to the start of the early 1900s still exists to this day, and some sections of the stand even contain the use of wooden seats.

Historically Barnsley have spent more seasons in the second tier of English football than any other club, and not withstanding the solitary season in the Premier League during the 1997-1998 season, this has also been very much true of the modern era.

It wasn’t the publication of the Taylor Report in 1990 which introduced more stringent stadium safety legalisation that Barnsley, like the majority of clubs in England, began to redevelop their stadium.

With terracing essentially banned for top-flight clubs, Barnsley had to convert Oakwell to all-seating, and found that it would make more sense to simply rebuild most stands from scratch.

The ageing East stand was the first to be replaced in 1993, followed by construction of a new Pontefract Road End in 1995. The historic West Stand which houses the changing rooms was preserved, albeit fully converted to all-seating and most recently the north stand which houses away fans was redeveloped.

In the summer of 1998, the club added a new Corner Stand between the east and south stands to increase the range of corporate hospitality options available on matchdays.

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Oakwell seating plan.

Below is a seating plan of Barnsley's Oakwell:

Stand Photos

Oakwell Stadium is made up of the following four stands: The North Stand (large single-tier behind the goal), The East Stand (two-tiered all seating), The Ck Beckett Stand (South) and the West Stand which is the oldest part of the stadium.

Click the thumbnails above to enlarge an image of each stand and to read a more detailed description of each part of the Stadium.

Matchday Experience

Oakwell away end.

The away fans normally watch the game from the newly constructed North stand which has a typical allocation of 2,000 tickets although this could theoretically be extended to around 6,000 if all of the seats were used.

Views throughout the stand are flawless with unobtrusive roof coverage, and the structure roughly divided into two approximate tiers.

Best Pubs near ground

For those coming from Barnsley railway station there is an abundance of choice within the nearby town centre with the Court House and the Joseph Bramah (Weatherpoons) being two reliable choices.

Slightly off the beaten track, five minutes south of Oakwell there is the Dove Inn which is a highly recommended CAMRA listed pub.

At the stadium there is the Barnsley run “Reds Bar” which is located next to the main reception within the C.K Beckett Stand. Inside a wide selection of real ale, other beverages and snacks but it looks like the club may reserve some space solely for Season Ticket Holders.

Food - Places to eat

With the exception of Oakwell Sandwich Shop there aren’t loads of food options immediately around the vicinity of Barnsley’s stadium, with fans who come from the centre of town or the railway station much better placed to grab some grub.

From the Alhambra Roundabout where there is an Iceland Supermarket, you can exit onto Sheffield Road you can reach some cheap and cheerful takeaways including Pizza Roma, the Grill House and Barnsley Kebab & Pizza House.

Barnsley Club Shop

The Tykes operate a shop at the stadium in addition to their own online store known as the Red Club Shop. The opening hours for the Oakwell shop are as follows:

Monday – Friday: 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Saturday: 9.00 am – 2.00 pm
Weekday Matchday: 9.00 am – kick off
Saturday Matchday: 9.00 am – kick off and then for 30 minutes after final whistle
Sunday: Closed

Can you take a stadium Tour?

It doesn’t appear as if Barnsley FC currently offer fans the chance to undertake a stadium tour of Oakwell. If this changes, we’ll be sure to update this section.

How to buy Barnsley Tickets

Advanced Prices for the Championship season are as follows, although expect a slight reduction for seasons in League one:

East/West Upper

Adult: £25.00
Senior Citizen (65+): £18.00
Young Adult (17-21): £18.00
Juvenile 12-16: £10.00
Juvenile Under 12: £10.00

East/West Lower

Adult: £24.00
Senior Citizen (65+): £17.00
Young Adult (17-21): £17.00
Juvenile Under 12: £5.00
Adult: £23.00
Senior Citizen (65+): £16.00
Young Adult (17-21): £16.00

Family Area

Adult: £20.00
Senior Citizen (65+): £15.00
Young Adult (17-21): £15.00

Tickets to see Barnsley play can be purchased via the usual methods such as telephone (+44 (0)871 2266777), email ( [email protected] ), in person at the club’s ticket office/shop and most popularly on the internet at Barnsley’s e-ticketing site.

How to get to Oakwell

Where is oakwell.

Oakwell Stadium is located quite centrally with the South Yorkshire town of Barnsley, approximately 0.6 miles south east of the city centre.

The site of the stadium is also shared with Barnsley FC’s training ground complex.

Oakwell stadium’s address for satnav is as follows:

Grove St, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S71 1EZ

Although there isn’t a club run car park there are two car parks close enough to the ground that Barnsley recommend to fans: The Metrodome Leisure Centre near to the club’s training ground towards the north of the stadium and Queens Ground.

Train - Public Transport

Barnsley railway station is located exactly half a mile West of Oakwell which is around 5-10 minutes on foot depending on your walking speed.

Managed by Northern Rail the station has frequent services running to both Sheffield and Leeds.

Walking Instructions:

Exit the station and turn right towards the set of traffic lights.
Turn left and then walk towards the flyover.
Proceed under the bridge and turn left onto Grove Street.
Follow this road down, Oakwell Stadium is at the bottom of the hill.

Public Transport of Oakwell

Hotels Near Oakwell

There aren’t loads of hotels in Barnsley with your choice essentially boiling down to either the city centre or The out of town area between the M1 and the A628.

In town there is the Premier Inn Barnsley and the Marlborough Hotel and out of town close to the motorway is the Ramada Encore and Holiday Inn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who plays at oakwell.

English side Barnsley play their home matches at Oakwell.

What is the capacity of Oakwell?

As of 2024 Oakwell has an official seating capacity of 23,009 for Football matches.

When was Oakwell opened?

Oakwell officially opened in 1888 and is home to Barnsley

What is the postcode for Oakwell?

The postcode for Oakwell is S71 1ET.

Are there any Covid restrictions at the stadium?

Covid Restrictions may be in place when you visit Oakwell in 2024. Please visit the official website of Barnsley for full information on changes due to the Coronavirus.

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Oakwell – Barnsley

General Info Oakwell Stadium is essentially a multi-purpose sports facility in Barnsley , home most famously to Barnsley FC. The overall facility comprises the main football ground as well as Barnsley’s academy, an indoor training pitch, a mini stadium (2,200 capacity) and several outdoor training pitches for Barnsley’s senior, reserve and junior teams.

Although Oakwell’s main stadium is more or less solely the domain of the Tykes these days, in the past the pitch was used for Wakefield Trinity Wildcats’ rugby league games in the Super League in 1998. Wakefield and Emley FC used the ground for an FA Cup tie the same year and even Manchester City have used it for a UEFA Cup match in 2008 due to an unsuitable pitch.

Barnsley maintain a fully natural grass pitch helped partly by lots of natural sunlight getting into the ground and the fact that undersoil heating is also used when needed. The heating also prevents the loss of fixtures due to frozen pitches.

The playing surface is measured at 100 metres by 68 metres. That makes the pitch a regular width but an ever so slightly shorter length than most top level teams .

Capacity The current capacity at Oakwell since the ground had to go all-seated is just shy of 23,300 though the corners could be filled if the need ever arose.

Stands Running the length of the field are the West Stand (lower and upper tiers) and the East Stand lower and upper. Behind the goals are the North Stand and the South Stand . Only one of the grounds corners has any seating, with the Dimensions Corner Stand a small structure sitting between the South and East Stands.

Away Fans At Oakwell Visiting supporters at Barnsley are traditionally housed in the North Stand, a newer structure and one which can hold 2,000 away fans on a typical allocation mixed with home support though for higher demand all 6,000 seats can be used by away fans .

There are absolutely no problems with the view at Oakwell with no lo roofs or support beams in the way and the away section more or less split into two tiers.

Ticket Prices Matchday ticket prices for a single adult at Oakwell are as follows; £38 (Category A*), £32 (Category A), £30 (Category B), £27 (Category C), £25 (Category D). Tickets are heavily discounted for over-65’s and under-22’s while those under 12 can attend any Barnsley home match for £7.

Hospitality Seasonal packages are available at Oakwell from £700 per person plus VAT with match-by-match packages available by contacting the club. A typical hospitality day at Barnsley includes a programme and teamsheet, executive seating, premium views, pre-match lounge, licensed betting, bar, interviews with the man of the match and priority booking for other Barnsley home tickets .

How To Get To Oakwell Barnsley’s home of Oakwell is situated east of the town centre, not far from the main train station just a 5-10 minute walk away. The station is served by direct trains from Huddersfield, Leeds and Sheffield.

Bus routes serve the area from all around Barnsley while drivers heading to the stadium should come via the M1 motorway, leaving at junction 37 for Barnsley. Take the A628 towards the town centre before following signs for Oakwell or Football Traffic .

Future Developments At present there are no firm plans on the table for Barnsley to redevelop, extend or significantly modernise Oakwell for the time being.

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Oakwell Ground

Oakwell is a multi-purpose sports development in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England used primarily by Barnsley Football Club for playing their home fixtures, and those of their reserves.

While the name 'Oakwell' generally refers to the main stadium, it also includes several neighbouring venues which form the facilities of the Barnsley F.C Academy, an indoor training pitch, a smaller stadium with seating on the south and west sides for around 2,200 spectators, and several training pitches used by the different Barnsley FC squads.

Until 2003 the stadium and the vast amount of land that surrounds it were owned by Barnsley Football Club themselves; however, after the club fell into administration in 2002, the council purchased the main Oakwell Stadium to allow the club to pay its creditors and remain participants in the Football League.

Club Factfile

NAME: Barnsley
NICKNAME: The Tykes, the Colliers, The Tarns, the Reds
FOUNDED: 1887
TRADITIONAL COLOURS: Red
LOCAL RIVALRY: Sheffield Wednesday, Sheffield United and Leeds United

Ground Factfile

CAPACITY: 23,009
RECORD ATTENDANCE: 40,255 (Barnsley v Stoke City (1936))
ADDRESS: Grove St, Barnsley, S71 1ET
YEAR OPENED: 1888
CONSTRUCTION COST: £4.5 Million
PITCH SIZE: 100m x 68m

Ground Information

With a capacity of more than 23,000, Oakwell is more than double the size of the average home gate. A nice modern stadium with one stand in need of redevelopment. The West Stand has wooden flooring in the upper tier and there are some 'issues' with the roof, all of which culminating in the club announcing back in 2008 that they would be knocking it down and re-building it. If this was to happen, it would increase capacity by just under 4,500.

The Palmer Construction North Stand - This single-tier stand is behind the goal and is capable of holding over 6000 fans. It is normally where the away fans sit, though, so it rarely sells out.

The Investment Room East Stand - There are two-tiers separated by a row of executive boxes in this stand and it has a capacity of over 7000. This is also the club dedicated Family Area.

The CK Beckett South Stand - Built in 1995, this single-tier stand houses Barnsley’s more vocal supporters and is known to the locals at the Pontefract Road End.

The Hayselden VW West Stand - If you can avoid sitting in the lower section of this two-tier structure when the weather’s bad then do - it’s the only part of the ground not covered by a roof. This is considered to be the main stand in the stadium and is also the only bit of Oakwell that is original, even though it’s undergone numerous renovations over the years.

Visiting supporters are seated in the North Stand. You'll normally get about 2,000 tickets but if there is more demand the number can rise to around 6,000.

There are a number of away friendly pubs near Oakwell, all of which cater to different needs. Please note, however, that some bars require club colours to be covered and some do not allow children.

The Joseph Bramah - This is a Wetherspoon’s pub located near to Barnsley train station and you can never go too far wrong with a Wetherspoon’s.

The Mount - This is the closest pub to the ground, so you can expect it to get busy on matchdays. It's a traditional style pub.

Car Parks & Public transport

Parking is freely available on site at the club. There are two large car parks, one for home and one for visiting supporters which allow easy access to and from the stadium.

There are car parks at the ground, with access being decided on a first-come-first-served basis. There is another one at the nearby Metrodome Leisure Centre and visiting supporters can park at Queens Ground.

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Barnsley – Oakwell

Barnsley’s Oakwell Stadium is an all-seater venue, with a capacity of 23,000. Barnsley Oakwell Stadium is the home ground of Barnsley F.C.

Much of the ground was updated in the 1990s. The two-tier East Stand, running along the side of the playing surface, was opened in 1993. Parts of the West Stand date back to 1904. Though former terraces have been replaced with seats, the roof only covers the rear third, leaving the rest exposed to the elements.

The CK Beckett (South) Stand is a fully covered stand allocated to home supporters. The fully covered, single-tier North Stand is the most recent addition, opened in 1999, to replace open terracing.

With a capacity of some 6,000, away fans are usually allocated the Western portion of this stand, with home supporters occupying the Eastern section. However, if the away support is unusually large, the whole stand is reserved for the away fans. There is an electronic scoreboard at one corner of the North Stand. Oakwell has a purpose built stand for disabled fans. This is a three-tier structure at the corner of the East and South Stands.

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Oakwell Stadium is situated in Grove Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S71 1ET.

Drivers arriving from the North should follow the southbound A1 / A1M. After passing junction 45 (A64 Leeds / York), follow signage for the M1. Join the M1 at junction 48, exiting at junction 37. Turn left onto the A628, following signage for Barnsley FC. The ground is visible after about 2 miles.

Away fans driving from the South are advised to exit the M1 at junction 36, onto the A61. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit, continuing on the A61 towards Barnsley (South). At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit, continuing on the A61 for a further 3 miles. A right turn into Bank End Road and a slight right at Grove Street will lead to the stadium, situated on the left.

Barnsley railway station is only about 500 yards from the Oakwell Stadium.

On exiting the station, turn left away from the town centre. Pass under the bridge, turn left up the slip road, then first right towards the Metro Dome complex. The ground soon becomes visible. Click here to check the current train timetables

The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International, some 23 miles away. Regular connections to Barnsley (via Leeds) are available, with a total journey time of about 2 hours. Click here to check the current flight times

There are several taxi companies in Barnsley that can take you to and from Oakwell. You can always prebook a private hire taxi, or hail a black cab on any highway.

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Many fans recommend parking in the County Way car park, near the railway station or the car park on Queen’s Road, just to the West of the ground.

There is also a large away supporters’ car park at the ground and limited, unrestricted on-street parking.

Away supporters generally recommend avoiding the town centre, especially pubs near the train station. Most visitors recommend the Metro Dome, a leisure centre within a few minutes walk of the away end. Its bar has a good atmosphere, serving a selection of ales and decent food. However, it does get very crowded.

The Holleywell, on Oakwell Road, and The Outpost, on Sheffield Road both offer a friendly atmosphere, with a genial mix of home and away supporters. Inside the ground, when the whole stand is allocated to away fans, alcohol is available from a bar on the concourse.

The Ramada Encore Hotel, Whinby Road, Barnsley S75 3LH is ideally located within 1½ miles of the city centre. It offers bright, modern spacious accommodation, with power showers, satellite TVs and direct-dial ‘phones in all rooms. The lounge, bar and restaurant offer excellent food in modern surroundings. Ample, free on-site parking is available.

The Best Western Ardsley House, Doncaster Road, Barnsley S71 5EH is just over 2 miles from the city centre.Recent guest reviews have been favourable, noting value for money, room quality, service and food as excellent, with live music on Saturday evenings.

The majority of visiting fans found the home support friendly enough in and around the ground, though several have experienced problems in the town centre and advise keeping colours covered. Many visitors have been impressed by friendly, helpful club staff, though there have been several reports of overzealous stewarding. Most away fans have been impressed by the large North Stand, both in terms of looks and facilities, though many have reported that it is extremely cold.

The combination of traditional and modern styling has impressed many, along with the excellent acoustics. There is a wide range of good quality food on offer, though it is expensive, even by football ground standards. Away fans using the club car park should be aware than most visitors have experienced delays of up to 30 minutes in exiting after the match.

Oakwell Stadium was refurbished over the 1990s, with the club’s lone season in the Premier League nearly entirely covering the cost of the re-building of the North Stand; much to the disappointment of some fans, it cost £4.5 million.

It was believed that the club would be able to develop the ageing West Stand, but the team’s relegation from the Premier League and subsequent financial difficulties put an end to that idea.

A lot of attempts have been made to utilise the ground for reasons other than Barnsley matches. Wakefield Trinity Wildcats Rugby League Club, for example, played their first Super League game there in 1998.

In the same year, Wakefield & Emley non-league Football Club played Rotherham in an FA Cup tie, and Manchester City played there in a UEFA Cup qualification game while the pitch at the City Of Manchester Stadium was being relaid in the summer of 2008.

Below is an image of the Barnsley FC seating plan:

Oakwell Stadium host a lot more than just football games. Barnsley, like the majority of clubs with strong hospitality options, allows private hiring of its function rooms and suites if desired.

Business conferences (with the executive boxes serving as breakout rooms), seminars, exhibitions, sportsmen’s banquets, and other events have all taken place in the stadium in the past.

If you’re a huge Barnsley supporter, they can even host your wedding! Of course, if you’re not a huge Barnsley fan, they can host your wedding, but why would you want to be married at Oakwell if you don’t support Barnsley?

The standard areas you’d expect to see on a tour, such as the dressing rooms, the players’ tunnel, and the dugouts, have been included in previous tours.

You’ll also have access to the head coach’s office, where he prepares for games, as well as locations generally reserved for match day officials, the press room, and even the hospitality suites.

Barnsley, like most Football League clubs on the cutting edge, has a fantastic website that will be the first stop for most fans wishing to purchase tickets. However, for those of you who prefer a more traditional method of working, there is a ticket office that you may visit in person or call over the phone.

Barnsley has decided to divide their games into three categories: A, B, and C, with all tickets costing two pounds less if purchased in advance rather than on the day of the game.

They have a fixed charge throughout the stadium, with only the match type and your age determining the varying amounts you’ll pay. The matchday prices for adults and concessions in each category are as follows:

A: £36 / £28
B: £28 / £20
C: £23 / £16

Fantastic atmosphere, fantastic food, would highly recommend booking a table for a business or family day out.

I took my daughter to watch Barnsley play for her birthday. Excellent atmosphere and place, she really enjoyed it – will definately go again

Oakwell Stadium is about a 1o minute walk from the train staion.

The owner of Oakwell Stadium is Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council.

The capacity for Oakwell Stadium’s away end is 2000.

The away end at Oakwell Stadium is The North Stand.

The Barnsley FC postcode is S71 1ET.

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Capacity: 23,287 (all seated) Address: Grove Street, Barnsley, S71 1ET Telephone: 01226 211 211 Fax: 01226 211 444 Ticket Office: 01226 211 183 Pitch Size: 110 x 75 yards Pitch Type: Grass Club Nickname: The Tykes or Reds Year Ground Opened: 1888 Undersoil Heating: Yes Shirt Sponsors: US Mobile Kit Manufacturer: Puma Home Kit: Red Away Kit: White Third Kit: Black

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What Is The Oakwell Football Ground Like?

Oakwell is a mostly modern ground. On one side is the particularly attractive two-tiered covered East Stand running along one side of the pitch. Opened in March 1993, this stand has a capacity of 7,100.

Opposite is the classic-looking West Stand, part of which dates back to 1904. It was made all seated in the mid-1990’s, but is only covered at the rear. On its roof is perched a precarious-looking television gantry which obscures a probably more attractive gable.

At the Pontefract Road End (now named the CK Beckett Stand) is an all-seated, covered stand for home supporters, which has a capacity of 4,500. This stand was opened in 1995.

The opposite end, the North Stand, is a large single-tier, covered stand, housing around 6,000 fans. Replacing a former open terrace it was opened in 1999. Away supporters are housed in this stand.

An unusual feature of the stadium is a purpose-built stand for disabled supporters. This is a three-floor structure that sits at the corner between the East and South Stands. There is also an electric scoreboard at one corner of the North Stand, on top of a security control room. The teams come out from one corner of the ground between the North and West Stands.

What is it like for visiting supporters?

Away fans are housed in the North Stand, at one end of the ground. This good sized covered stand is mostly free of supporting pillars, meaning you normally get a very good view of the playing action.

The normal allocation for away supporters is 2,000 tickets and fans are normally housed on one side of this stand on the West side (towards the old Main Stand). If demand requires it, then most of this stand can be allocated, increasing the number of tickets available to 4,700 (the stand can actually hold 6,000 but the capacity has been reduced to keep a sizeable gap in-between the away fans and home fans located in the East Stand).

The acoustics of the stand are not bad meaning that visiting fans can really make some noise. The facilities on the fair-sized concourse are good and access is given to an adjacent open-air area if fans wish to smoke.

There are a row of supporting pillars running across the stand towards the rear of the stand. So if your team has a large following and you are seated above Row NN, then you may have a pillar partially obstructing your view.

Food on offer inside the ground include a range of pies, burger and hot dogs while alcohol is also served before kick off and at half time.

Latest Developments

For decades, Oakwell has effectively been left to rot and decay due to the fact neither Barnsley nor Barnsley Council have owned the stadium. However, in 2023, the council became the sole owner of the stadium and the land around it after successful negotiations with the Cryne family who had owned it since 2003.

In early 2024, Barnsley Football Club and Barnsley Council announced a new partnership that cemented Oakwell as Barnsley’s home for the next 30 years. As part of the new partnership, much-needed investment will be made at the stadium. Details are set to follow in the coming months.

Pubs for away fans

Popular with away fans and in easy walking distance of Oakwell is the Metrodome Leisure Complex , which has a bar inside. Other pubs for away fans near Oakwell include:

The Dove Inn – 102 Doncaster Rd, Barnsley S70 1TP
The Corner Pin – 2 Wellington St, Barnsley S70 1SS
East Deane Working Men’s Club – 111 Doncaster Rd, Barnsley S70 1UD

Ground History

Barnsley have been playing their home games at Oakwell throughout their existence as a football club. The stadium opened way back in 1888 and to this day there are still features of that original build present; one example being the seats of the West Stand. The Barnsley stadium isn’t all old school though. The other three stands have all been either rebuilt or extended since the nineties. That was the plan for the West Stand too but the footballing side of things let the club down before the club spiralled into debt and eventually administration; it was this that caused the ground to be sold, which is now catching up with the club today.

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Directions and Car Parking

Leave the M1 at Junction 37 and take the A628 towards Barnsley. Stay on this road (the ground is well signposted) and you will eventually see the ground on your right. There are a couple of car parks located at the ground, but they are mainly for permit holders only.

In between the ground and the Metrodome is a car park for visiting supporters, called Queens Ground, which costs £5 for Cars and £20 for Coaches (post code S71 1AN).

Otherwise you can try parking at the Metrodome itself (although it can be slow to get out of after the game has finished) or street parking. There is also the option of renting a private driveway near in the local area via YourParkingSpace.co.uk .

Oakwell Ground Post Code for SAT NAV: S71 1ET

Barnsley Railway Station is about a ten minute walk away from Oakwell. This station is served by trains running between Sheffield and Leeds.

From the train station turn left away from the town centre and head towards the bridge that the dual-carriageway runs over. Please note that due to building works the temporary bridge over the railway level crossing is closed one hour before kick off and one hour after the game has ended (see the Barnsley Council website for more information and alternative routes to the ground). Go under the dual-carriageway bridge and turn left up the slip road and then take the first road on the right and head towards the Metro Dome leisure complex at the top of the hill. Oakwell is now clearly visible.

Ticket Prices

Ticket prices at Barnsley for the 2023/24 season change on a match-by-match basis depending on whether the match is classed as category A or B.

Category A match ticket prices are:

Adults: £22-28
Seniors: £17-21
Young adults: £17-21
Under 19s: £10
Under 14s: £5

Programme Price

Official Programme: £3

Biggest Rivals

Barnsley vs Sheffield Wednesday rivalry: Barnsley fans cite Sheffield Wednesday as their biggest rivals. It’s all about the geography with the clubs both being Yorkshire based. Of course, the Owls have a bigger rivalry.

Barnsley vs Sheffield United rivalry: Just behind the Sheffield Wednesday game in the derby stakes is Barnsley vs Sheffield United. The reasoning is, again, all about the Yorkshire connection. United and Wednesday dislike each other more than they hate Barnsley.

Barnsley vs Leeds rivalry: Barnsley are unfortunate – or fortunate depending on how you look at it – that most of their rivals have bigger games to concern themselves with. Leeds is another that brings added fire to Oakwell owing to the Yorkshire connection. Again though, Leeds don’t consider Barnsley as one of their top rivals.

Fixture List

Barnsley FC fixture list

Disabled facilities

For details of disabled facilities and club contact at the ground please visit the relevant page on the Level Playing Field website.

Record and Average Attendance

Record attendance.

40,255 v Stoke City FA Cup 5th Round, 15th February 1936.

Modern All Seated Attendance Record

22,650 v Manchester City Division One, 11th March 2000.

Average Attendance

2022-2023: 11,807 (League One) 2021-2022: 12,756 (Championship) 2020-2021: N/A (Covid) 2019-2020: 14,061 (Championship) 2018-2019: 12,527 (League One) 2017-2018: 13,704 (Championship)

Map showing the location of Oakwell, railway station and listed pubs

Official Web Site: www.barnsleyfc.co.uk

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Acknowledgements

The aerial footage of Oakwell was produced by Outrageous Eye and made publicly available via YouTube.

Dan Brennan (Sheffield Wednesday) 16th January 2010

Barnsley v sheffield wednesday championship league saturday, january 16th, 2010, 3pm dan brennan (sheffield wednesday fan).

The home game with Sheffield Wednesday is one of the first fixtures that Barnsley fans look for at the start of the season, and, with Wednesday having a new manager Alan Irvine at the helm for his first game in charge, we made the short hop across to Barnsley.

Finding Barnsley’s ground is pretty easy – we had a sat-nav, but with Barnsley only being a 20 minute drive from my house it was just in my knowledge! Oakwell is directly next to Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex and the ground is quite well sign-posted. Parking was simple, we got in the Metrodome car-park (it was free for home and away fans – bonus!).

We decided as this was a fiery local derby, and as I was daft enough to wear my colours, I went straight into the ground. Barnsley fans can be intimidating to some, though the ones I passed simply walked by, no trouble. I had a pie in the ground (£2.60) and it was nice and warm. Unfortunately, you’re served behind metal mesh, which gives the area as prison-like feel.

The ground only comes into site when you are very close to it, though it was larger than I’d anticipated. The older stand can't be seen from a distance as it is completely covered by the line of houses and shops, though the large two-tiered stand is clearly visible from a far. Once inside the ground, it’s a tidy stadium of the right size for a club of Barnsley’s fan-base. The old stand to our right, the East Stand I think, is a grotty affair and it slightly resembled the Main Stand at Edgeley Park, Stockport. The other two stands were good sized, tidy fixtures with the two-tiered stand especially impressive.

The game was a typical blood and thunder affair, with Wednesday getting a very well deserved 2-1 victory. Tommy Spurr and Jermaine Johnson scored, with an amazing fluke from Halfreddsson for Barnsley slotted in-between, and a good atmosphere. The one downside to the game was that I didn’t see much encouragement from the majority of the Barnsley fans, and the 4,800 Wednesday fans (in an attendance of nearly 18,000) completely out-sang the home side for most of the game! All Wednesday fans stood up all game, the stewards either weren’t fussed or simply thought that they’d be wasting their breath trying to get us to sit down!

Getting away was a bit of a charade – it took us 30 minutes to get out of the car park. They allow club coaches to leave first, so it was unavoidable. Once away, we had no hassle and got home in decent time.

I was pleasantly surprised by Oakwell and would have no worries recommending it to another fan or going myself again. With it being a derby for Wednesday, winning was especially sweet, but the overall day was good and I found Oakwell to be a nice, relaxed place to visit. Barnsley fans play there part in fairness, and possibly warrant a bit more credit for turning out in decent numbers most weeks. I found Oakwell to be a nice enough ground, average compared to places like the Ricoh and St. James Park, but it was good for Barnsley and the day was amazing for Wednesday. Definitely go again.

Stephen Marvin (Ipswich Town) 12th February 2011

Barnsley v ipswich town championship league saturday, february 12th, 2011, 3pm stephen marvin (ipswich town fan).

1. Why you were looking forward to going to the ground (or not as the case may be): I (and my son) always look forward to new grounds. As Ipswich Town fans, who live in the North, it's been a great experience to travel a one hundred mile radius to follow the team. Oakwell was no exception and we set off on a beautiful day over the Pennines and down into "Kes" territory.

2. How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking? The journey, by car, was very easy and the signposts must be the best in the UK! Very well signposted from the M1 all the way to the stadium. It was a little bit confusing once we got there, regarding where the Visitors' Car Park was located, so we ended up in Home Supporters' Car Park. Cost three pounds, which I thought was very reasonable.

3. What you did before the game pub/chippy…. home fans friendly? We walked around the ground, through the home supporters to the away fans end with no problems. Warm, friendly atmosphere. We ate at the stadium, which was nice food and well priced. I agree with previous comments about the grilles giving it a prison-type feel, but it was nothing really, we hardly noticed.

4. What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the ground? I really liked the ground. The away end is one of those that can be split, but there was no need as the capacity was miles from being reached. We had excellent seats and the ground was both impressive (the new stands) and quaint (the old Main Stand). 5. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, toilets etc.. We were approached by a man who asked if my son would take part in a shooting competition at half time. Naturally, he was thrilled and we set off to the half way line at the interval. We were looked after superbly and my son was given a signed ball (signed by both teams) for taking part. The stewards were friendly, the toilets clean, but I don't eat pies! (Despite coming from the North!) so can't comment there. The game was exciting, if scrappy in parts. Ipswich scored in the eighty second minute only to have it cancelled out in the ninety third, but the result was fair.

6. Comment on getting away from the ground after the game: It took a while. We weren't fussed. Probably about half an hour.

7. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: A superb day, obviously made special by the shooting competition, but I love clubs like Barnsley,whose supporters shun the big Clubs and support their locals.

Callum Atkins (Blackburn Rovers) 29th December 2012

Barnsley v doncaster rovers championship league saturday, november 9th, 2013, 3pm james sneddon (doncaster rovers fan).

This was a highly contested South Yorkshire derby between two sides in a relegation battle. Doncaster had beaten their other South Yorkshire rivals in the division, Sheffield Wednesday, already and wanted to do the same at Barnsley. I was excited because it was my first time away at Oakwell and my grandad supports Barnsley (hence the family tension!).

The best thing about this away day was how cheap it was. Tickets were only £10 for Under 17's and I could get on a bus to Barnsley using my Travel South Yorkshire pass, paying only 70p for the journey. The bus I caught was the X19, which runs every hour. I caught the 10:45 to the bus station in Barnsley (which incidentally) is joined to the train station as well. I avoided going into the town centre as I was in my Doncaster shirt and I thought it was best to avoid the home fans due to the occasion. To get to the ground, I left the bus station and walked across the level crossing and turned left going up hill towards the Metrodome, where I walked past seeing the floodlights of Oakwell beyond. Also, going by this route brings you out at the away end and it was a straightforward enough.

As I had arrived early, I met some mates and on entering the ground, I watched the players warm up and even got a picture with Doncaster manager Paul Dickov, who happily signed programmes before the game. The stadium is very modern and suited for Championship football, but the interior of the away stand was a bit dull and the old West Stand on one side outdated. The away end was larger than I'd expected, which helped by allowing me to get a better view of the match.

Before the game, as it was the remembrance weekend, the whole stadium observed a minute's silence. The entire stadium fell silent, which is rare as there's often one idiot who tries to spoil it by making some noise. The game was played in poor conditions, with the teams having to withstand heavy rain in the first half. Rovers conceded a penalty on 25 minutes, but Doncaster keeper, Ross Turnbull dived superbly to deny Chris O'Grady. In the second half, there was more attacking play by both teams, with the away side having the better chances, but neither side could find the back of the net, with the game ending goalless. The Doncaster team applauded the visiting fans as they left the pitch. A 0-0 draw, was probably a fair result for the occasion.

As a preventative measure the Doncaster fans were escorted by the Police back to the train station. I followed the fans and then headed for the nearby at the bus station. I got back on the X19 to Doncaster easily enough and spoke to some Barnsley fans, who also though the draw was the right result.

In my opinion, Barnsley away is a must-do for anyone who supports one of their rival clubs. The atmosphere is buzzing in the away end. Plus the ticket prices were reasonable and it was easy to get to. I thoroughly enjoyed the day out and would recommend it!

Paul Willott (Preston North End fan) 21st March 2015

Barnsley v preston north end league one saturday 21st march 2015, 3pm paul willott (preston north end fan).

"Barnsley", "Oakwell". Just say the names out loud; in this modern era of trips to the “Bibbleswick Building Society Stadium” and the “Crumperbund Community Care Scheme Ground” such names as Oakwell ring with even deeper nostalgia. Long may it remain “Oakwell”

I have always enjoyed and looked forward to away days at Barnsley, and this was no exception. If anything, the anticipation was even higher than usual as both teams were going into the match on great runs of form and were well and truly involved in the promotion hunt. I had spent the whole week in the build up to this fixture in a quiver of excitement; Barnsley had won 6 out of their last 7 games, and for us it was 8 wins out of the previous 9 so a truly mouth watering contest was in the offing.

With the season moving distinctly towards its business end, such form could prove crucial for both clubs as Preston were starting the day in 2 nd place in the League and whilst we would obviously have been hoping to consolidate our grip on that all important prized automatic promotion spot, there would be no doubt that fans of the Tykes would be equally fervently keen that the Yorkshire club cemented their place in the play-offs, as they started the day in 6 th position in the table.

To add to the spice, it had been designated our annual “gentry day” where Preston fans are encouraged to don bowler hats in memory of our one time manager, the late Alan Ball Snr, and “gentry day” usually generates a good turn out and a good atmosphere.

So it really was no hardship to zip out of bed at 7am to grab some breakfast with my partner before jumping in the car to trundle happily up north. The journey was smooth with hardly any delays, which is one of the rewards for getting going early.

Walking Down To Oakwell From The Metrodome

A note for folks travelling from the M1 by car, there are now signposts encouraging you to head north off the A628 for Oakwell but quite why I cannot fathom. The quickest way is to remain on the A628 and as you head round the town centre you will spy the floodlight pylons to the south and that’s when you will want to head off the main dual carriageway. Yes boys, its like the good old days where you drove into a town and just looked for the floodlight pylons, so put the sat-navs away!

We collected a friend from the railway station at approximately midday and then headed up Queens Road where some of the plum car parking is available for the early birds at a cost of £5. Again, one note for those travelling by car, if you really do want a quick get away after the match, then these car parks are not for you!

We took a stroll into the Metrodome leisure complex where security, although quite visible, seemed quite relaxed about letting us in the building to have a drink and a bite to eat in their restaurant and bar area.

As half-past one approached we made a move down to the ground, and as soon as the turnstiles were open, we piled in to make sure that the most excellent meat and potato pies were still as good as last time, and they didn’t disappoint.

Another grand feature of this lovely ground is that it still features unreserved seating for away fans which again is for me a fair reward for the early bird and also I feel contributes to a more spontaneous atmosphere building up, and not only that, the speakers that play music do not try to make sure that their heard in Peterborough so not only does the atmosphere build naturally, but you can actually have a conversation with your nearest and dearest as you enjoy the build up to kick-off.

For my partner, this was her first ever “gentry day” and she was suitably impressed with just how many folk had travelled over from Preston for the match in not just a bowler hat but a complete suit as well! I believe the official figure given for the away fans was in the region of 3,000 that afternoon.

The facilities on the North Stand are much improved from the old open terrace where I recall catching my death of cold one evening as a howling gale with near horizontal rain came racing down off the Pennines. Yet despite that the ground still contains considerable character; situated near the town centre amongst the residential terraces and being high up on the North Stand, one had an excellent view of the old West Stand which oozes character ; you’ve only got to look at it and you can smell Bovril and cigarette smoke! Last but not least, the already extolled floodlight pylons, now lit as it was a grey afternoon just added to the nostalgic feel.

Before the match kicked off, the atmosphere was positively electric in the away end, you could positively taste the anticipation in the air…….and yes, you’ve guessed it, the match itself was a bit of a let down really. Both teams seemed more concerned about preserving their unbeaten records rather than going for the jugular, and given the long periods of head tennis that seemed to develop in the centre of the pitch, one couldn’t help but wish both teams would just go for broke instead and entertain us.

Such is the perils of the promotion run-in though ; given the free-scoring form of both teams they could have wowed us with a 6-5 thriller – but they didn’t. Chances in the first half were few, most of them fell Preston’s way and top scorer Joey Garner did tuck one away to cue an eruption in the away end and a flurry of hats being flung up gaily in the air (they only cost £3.99 ish from fancy dress shops).

View From The Away Stand

The second half continued in a similar disappointing vein except the chances seemed to fall more Barnsley’s way, and they took a deserved equaliser some 15 minutes or so before the death. There was a late flurry from the visitors, but it would have a travesty to have nicked it quite frankly. The draw was a fair result.

And so we let the crowds dissipate somewhat before heading off to the car as we were in no rush and continued to savour the lovely ground that is Oakwell. A great atmosphere, great to catch-up with some friends, great ground, shame about the match really!

As a postscript, I must add that I couldn’t help but smile the following day when I read how the Barnsley manager had described the match as a “good advert for League One football”; I can only assume he must have been watching a different game to the one we saw. As we all agreed it was a rather poor quality match, but of course, we still at least had another point in the bag, which I think was the consolation that both sets of fans took. Both managers did agree however, that a draw was a fair result.

If, and its still a big “If”, Preston NE do secure promotion this season, I hope Barnsley come up via the play-offs and we’ll be back next season for more pies!

Plus Points for Oakwell

2 the floodlight pylons

4 the unreserved seating

5 the large allocation for visiting fans

6 the overall “northern” aurora round the ground

Minus Points for Oakwell

Sam Rodgers (Sheffield United) 4th April 2015

Barnsley v sheffield united league one saturday 4th april 2015, 12.15pm sam rodgers (sheffield united).

Why were you looking forward to visiting Oakwell?

I hadn't been to the ground before. Plus with both teams on form and it being a Yorkshire derby there was no better time to go.

How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?

Coming from Whitby, the easiest way to Barnsley was by train, via Scarborough and then Leeds. Getting from Scarborough to Barnsley was easy enough, and finding the ground wasn't too hard from the train station; mainly because of the large police presence along the route.

What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?

We went straight into the ground, about an hour before kick-off, as we were seemingly led straight to the away end by police.

What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the stadium?

I thought the ground looked okay, I prefer traditional four-sided stadiums to modern 'bowls' and Oakwell was traditional. The stand to our right was fairly small and dated, but had character to it. The stand opposite seemed to be a smaller version of the away stand. The stand to our left was most impressive, it looked modern and large, mainly due to being two-tiered.

Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..

The game was good, Sheff United played better and deservedly won 2-0. The 6,500 travelling Sheff Utd fans ensured a good atmosphere, although there wasn't much noise coming from the Barnsley supporters, although in fairness they didn't have much to shout about. The facilities in the away end were nothing special, although the Chicken Balti Pukka pie was probably the nicest pie I've had at a football game.

Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:

Getting out of the ground was easy enough, the problem lay at the train station however. Police officers contained around 350 Sheff United fans in an incredibly small space, only letting a few at a time through onto the train station every 10 minutes or so. We ended up being stood in this crowd for around an hour and 45 minutes!

Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:

Overall the day was great, and I'd definitely go to Oakwell again to see Sheff United, although ideally the policing after the game would be better, and the game would be a 3pm kick-off, so I don't have to leave Whitby at 6:30am again.

Bobby Rooney (Everton) 26th August 2015

Barnsley v everton league cup 2nd round wednesday 26th august 2015, 7.45pm bobby rooney (everton fan).

Why were you looking forward to going to the Oakwell ground?

I was looking forward to visiting Barnsley, as I'd very much like to complete doing the 92. Seeing that this was an excellent opportunity for me to get to stadium number 47, and ticket prices at just £5, I thought why not. With former Barnsley players John Stones and Mason Holgate both signing for Everton in recent time, I was extremely interested in watching Barnsley, and seeing their youthful side in action.

How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?

If you're coming from the West, you'll find that Barnsley is right at the other end of town, however, it is clearly signposted. We saw plenty of car parks in the region of £2-3, which was vastly cheaper than the £7-10 expected at stadiums in the Premier League. Due to running slightly late, we were fortunate in that we actually parked outside the away fans turnstiles much to our delight, so we parked for free. Oakwell itself is tucked away between streets, so it was quite a surprise when we pulled up to see the ground.

What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?

Due to an accident on the M6, we were unfortunately stuck in traffic and ended up missing the first half, however, we noticed some bars, and the typical retail park chain of fast food restaurant chains within a close proximity to the stadium.

What you thought on seeing Oakwell, first impressions of away end then other sides of the ground?

Upon seeing the stadium, you walk behind the rather old fashioned stand, which you'd almost certainly associate with a lower league side from the 70s or 80s, however, this was the only old fashioned facet of stadium. Upon entering the stadium, there is a large outdoor section, in which the away fans were congregated, with a fan base of over 4,000, this mean there was ample room to maneuver when entering the stand. The away end itself is a large single tiered stand, which has only a couple of supporting pillars, which hold up the roof, which are located in the final couple of rows of the stand, so unless you're unfortunate, you'll receive an excellent view of the match action, and an excellent sight line of the rest of the stadium, which is made up of three modern stands and an older 'Main' Stand, which I'd previously mentioned.

As a side, who have played in the Premier League, and more recently the Championship, but with a modest budget, I found the stadium to be quite good, and something a Barnsley fan could definitely be proud of.

Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..

Having only arrived at half time, we were greeted by a very moody, and disappointed away end, as Barnsley were in fact 2-0 up. However, quickly into the second half, Everton scored through a Mirallas acrobatic effort, and a then equalised via a Steven Naismith header. However, 60 seconds later Barnsley had retaken the lead, which resulted in a rowdy crowd, which in turn helped our support create a fantastic atmosphere. After finishing 3-3, in an end to end game, the match went into extra time, where Gerard Deulofeu spun his magic twice more, forcing an own goal, and then allowing Romelu Lukaku to score, seeing Everton win 5-3 and progress to the next round.

Having arrived at half time, we were disappointed to find there was no food, or soft drinks available, however the stewards were friendly and the toilets were nice and wide to ensure no crushing.

Getting away was simply fantastic. Having parked outside the stadium, we were fortunate enough to not have to wait for the traffic to pass, and were allowed to leave the stadium immediately after, ensuring a speedy getaway. We stopped at the retail park for food on the way home, we were able to let all the match die down before a smooth return to Liverpool.

Overall, we had a very enjoyable game at Barnsley even if we were an hour late! The ground is modern and provided excellent sight lines, and the game was entertaining as ever, the fans were extremely friendly and overall was one of my favourite away games watching Everton in the UK for a long time.

Zane Alpine (Walsall) 20th October 2015

Barnsley v walsall league one tuesday 20th october 2015, 7.45pm zane alpine (walsall fan).

Why were you looking forward to visiting the Oakwell Football Ground?

Firstly Oakwell was a new ground for me, however prior to the game I had read that Walsall hadn't won there since the 1970's! After a surprise defeat to Chesterfield three days earlier to knock Walsall off the top of the league it would be interesting to see whether we could bounce back.

We went up on the supporters coach, which parked a few yards away from the away turnstiles, which were quite ancient looking.

Due to there being no nearby pubs and most of the shops in the town centre being shut due to it being around 7 o'clock, we went straight into the ground. I brought a burger and a hot chocolate from the bar which was quite expensive and set me back at just over £6 for the two.

What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the stadium?

The stand we were in looked almost identical to the one for the home fans behind the opposite goal. The two tiered stand to our left looked quite impressive, however the old stand on our right looked as if it had seen better days and the roof only covered half of it. With only a few hundred people sitting in it I could see why people would prefer to sit elsewhere.

The first half was dull and pretty poor from both sides, there were no real chances of note aside from a 25 yarder which went straight at our keeper, and a shot from the edge of the box by George Evans, who had only signed on loan around 8 hours previous to the game, going just wide. In the second half an outstanding save from our keeper following a header from a Barnsley corner seemed to motivate our players somewhat and we took the lead just after the hour mark with our new signing Evans finishing smartly to give us the lead. After that we seemed to be passing the ball around more confidently and went 2-0 up when Romaine Sawyers played a well disguised pass to Milan Lalkovic who got the ball ahead of their defender and put the ball into the corner against his old side. The atmosphere from our fans was quite edgy but extremely loud once the first goal went in, however there wasn't much coming from the Barnsley end, and I can't blame them, after losing their fourth successive game and falling closer to the relegation zone.

Our journey back was fairly simple and took around two hours for us to arrive back into Walsall.

I enjoyed going to Oakwell and was pleased to see us continue our unbeaten run away from home, I would definitely recommend it for other supporters.

Matthew Bowling (Fleetwood Town) 9th January 2016

Barnsley v fleetwood town johnstone's paint trophy northern section final 1st leg saturday 9th january 2016, 3pm matthew bowling (fleetwood town fan).

Why were you looking forward to visiting the Oakwell Football Ground?

I was looking forward to it because it was an important game with Wembley on the horizon and it was a new ground for me to visit.

I was on a supporters coach from Fleetwood. The journey wasn't too stressful we only got stuck in traffic when we arrived in Barnsley other than that the journey was fine. We were dropped off in the away fans car park which is directly next to the Oakwell ground.

What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?

When we arrived I walked up the hill in the car park to the leisure centre, where I met up with a few mates before the game. We had a couple of pints and some food in the restaurant, there were mostly Fleetwood fans here but a few Barnsley as well, we always felt at ease and never felt threatened.

What you thought on seeing the stadium, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Oakwell Ground?

As we were walking down towards the ground you can quite clearly see the North Stand, simply because of its size because it's open at the side. The ground looked decent and the reduced ticket prices brought out a good attendance from both teams.

Before the match any Fleetwood fan would've taken a draw from the game. But afterwards we felt we deserved the victory due to some poor finishing from the Fleetwood strikers. In my opinion Fleetwood created the better play, but in the first half Barnsley had a shot cleared off the line with it being their only clear cut chance of the half. Fleetwood took the lead in the second half when the linesman ruled a deflected Ashley Hunter shot had crossed the line to put us ahead. Fleetwood then kicked on and should've had two or three, instead it was a player making his Barnsley debut Ashley Fletcher who brought the Tykes level with a header off the underside of the bar after a cross from the left hand-side. In the final few minutes Proctor missed a golden chance to put Fleetwood 2-1 up. The stewards were friendly, there was plenty of food on offer and the toilets were spacious as well which is good when you have a large away following.

It was easy to get back to the coach because they were parked directly outside but it took us a while to get away from the ground. Eventually after about 10-15 minutes we got away and once again the journey back had no real problems and we were back in Fleetwood within two hours.

Overall, it was a good day out and with a Fleetwood still well in the tie a day out at Wembley could be on the list.

Andy Newman (Aston Villa) 27th September 2016

Barnsley v aston villa football championship legaue tuesday 27th september 2016, 7.45pm andy newman (aston villa fan).

Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Oakwell Ground?

I live in Derby so its not too far to travel, also I was hoping we might actually win an away game!

Very easy although the traffic was slow getting off the motorway, I followed the advice on this website and parked at the Queens Ground which was £4.

We went straight to the ground but the locals we met were very friendly.

What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of Oakwell?

As it was a night game it was great to see 'proper floodlights' which always add to the atmosphere. The Oakwell ground still has one old stand which is nice – gives it some history. The away end was good – we had a great view; the other stands were probably developed around the time Barnsley were in the Premier League and not too much say about them – rather unimaginative!

Pies were very good and decent value at £3; the programme at £3 also good value and good content with a fair slice given up to the away team. Stewards all very friendly as well.

No problems and really quick back onto the motorway from where we were parked.

Apart from the result – as we conceded an equaliser in the dying minutes (yet again) we really enjoyed the trip and would recommend it for any other fans.

Ryan (Newcastle United) 18th October 2016

Barnsley v newcastle united football championship league tuesday 18th october 2016, 7.45pm ryan (newcastle united fan).

It was my first away game in over five seasons. As Barnsley had given us a large allocation of 5,900, I was able to get a ticket. Plus with almost 6,000 Newcastle fans in attendance I was looking forward to a great atmosphere.

I got a supporters club coach down and it dropped us in the town centre.

Walked to the Joseph Bramah, a Wetherspoons pub where already a lot of Newcastle fans had gathered. The atmosphere was great and I spoke to a few friendly Barnsley fans.

What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Oakwell Ground?

I was not impressed with the away stand, it seemed very old fashioned.

I enjoyed the game and the atmosphere was fantastic. Newcastle winning the game 2-0 was a bonus. Stewards weren't helpful and some could do with improving their attitudes, almost provoking trouble at times.

Our coach along with the others were escorted away from Oakwell by the Police and out of Barnsley very quickly, as away fans seemed to be number one priority.

Enjoyed the day. A great result and a great atmosphere.

Shaun (Leeds United) 21st January 2017

Barnsley v leeds united football championship league saturday 21st january 2017, 5.30pm shaun (leeds united fan).

I always look forward to a first time visit of a ground. Plus the large away support along with it being a local derby meant we were expecting good atmosphere.

Chose to park in the Metrodome overflow car park which is used by Barnsley on match days. It's perfectly situated next to the away end of Oakwell and the only downside is if your team brings a large support (ie over 4,000) you can expect to wait up to 30 minutes to leave as the busses come in last, and so leave first (once everyone has finally found the right bus through their drunken haze!).

By the time we got there it was only an hour before kick off so we just went to the ground.

Oakwell is an old or traditional (depending on your point of view!) ground, however three of the four stands have obviously been rebuilt in more recent times so the view is unobstructed by pillars. Having the old style corner floodlights made a nice change. The West Stand looks like its been here since the beginning but it certainly has a bit of character about it.

Well it was a Yorkshire derby between us lying third in the table and them only a few points off the play off places. Added to that it took place in the evening with a lot of supporters well oiled by that time! So it wasn't lacking in atmosphere! It was a bit scrappy, but five goals kept the interest up. I was hoping for a win especially when we took the lead but I have to say they scored three well taken goals either side of half time which left us chasing the game. We got one, but couldn't find an equaliser. A small section of their more vocal supporters sat in the East Stand nearest us and a fight broke out after they discovered there were a few of our supporters amongst them. Their other 'vocal' supporters sit in the South Stand, surprisingly not behind the goal but in the right hand corner and a fight also broke out between a few of them and the stewards in the first half. After the game the Police made sure the fans were kept apart. That said the few stewards/staff I spoke to were friendly enough and I didn't see any overly officious stewarding. They were firm but fair and kept our more 'excitable' supporters under control.

As above. The Metrodome car park is handy but if you bring 4000+ supporters expect to wait up to 30 minutes to get out.

Despite losing we had a good day out, I felt Barnsley are well organised in handling large away support and hopefully the next time we go there we'll be hearing on a win.

Kieran B (Ipswich Town) 11th March 2017

Barnsley v ipswich town football championship league saturday 11th march 2017, 3pm kieran b (ipswich town fan).

This would be my first visit to Oakwell and my 34th ground visit out of the current 92. Another ground to cross off the list in what has been a very dull year of football. We came into this game having drawn 6 of our last 7 (or unbeaten in 7), whatever way you look at it, it hasn’t been anything spectacular.

Four of us got the train from Suffolk at about 10pm, and we arrived in Barnsley via Peterborough and Leeds at about 2pm. Oakwell is only a 5-10 minute walk from the railway station but there are numerous signposts to direct you. It is hard to miss them.

We headed to the Calypso Cove Leisure Centre (part of the Metrodome complex), which is also signposted and en route to Barnsley FC. There is a very big bar space there, which could easily accommodate a huge away following. They serve a good range of Drinks from Ales to Spirits, I’m fairly sure I saw some people eating full meals there too. It was 2:40ish by the time we left and we rarely saw any home fans en route to the ground.

Oakwell is a very nice ground. The three modern stands are impressive as is the old Main Stand to our right. Our stand was only given to us, and we were pushed to the left-hand side where about 800 of us were. You get a great view, just watch out for the odd stanchion pole at the back. Inside the stand, the concourse is spacious and its also open to an outside space to let people smoke or drink if needed. The ‘Beer Bar’ is different but nice.. It’s a little room at the back of the stand where alcohol is served. I can imagine it gets very cramped in there sometimes however.

The first half was very forgettable, and the second half stayed that way until the 58th minute when Marley Watkins scored for the hosts. If it wasn’t for Bartosz Bialkowski it would have been all over but he made a superb save in the 82nd minute to keep it 1-0. Just when all hope was lost, Brett Pitman caressed a lovely ball into the box and another player we’ve heavily relied on this season – Tom Lawrence, stole in at the back post and equalised with virtually the last kick of the game! As Mick McCarthy said, “we stole a point” and I totally agree, extremely undeserved but I’ll take it all day long. The atmosphere was good from the away end and the home end had its moments. The stewards were friendly and did not have any bother with us at all. Food was good and as was the drink – 500ml bottle of Carling for £3.80. Toilets were standard.

We had a few minutes spare before our train so we grabbed a bite to eat from Greggs and some beer from Iceland and made our way back to the station. It took us about 3.5 hours to get home and we were back in Suffolk by 9:15pm.

Oakwell was a good day out, made better with that last minute equaliser, although it was a very dire game to watch. Ipswich are just seven points adrift from the drop zone – if things don’t start improving soon we could be in trouble. I like Barnsley’s ground however, and the day itself was an enjoyable one. I would definitely consider coming here again in the future.

Full Time Result: Barnsley 1 Ipswich Town 1 Attendance: 11,386

Fred Martin (Brentford) 18th April 2017

Barnsley v brentford football league championship monday 17th april 2017, 3pm fred martin (brentford fan).

Bees were on their now normal late season good run of results. We had never been to Oakwell before so a new ground for us.Also, my wife used to frequently visit Barnsley many years ago as a child to see her late grandparents so she thought it would be good to revisit the area and recall some memories of her childhood.

Being Easter Monday and facing a 220 mile journey along the A3/M25/M1, we decided to leave very early and reached Barnsley in plenty of time. Oakwell is well signposted.We parked for £4 in the visitor's car park close to the ground.

We took a casual stroll around the ground and surrounding area.We did not visit any pubs or food outlets before the game and we encountered very few home fans.

What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the Oakwell Stadium?

The first view of the ground was as we walked from the car park. It was like going back to the thirties ( I can't remember back that far, but I can remember the 50's which were similar) You are faced with a red painted long brick wall topped with broken glass, inset into the wall are a number of single old style turnstiles.Behind which an old corrugated iron stand can be seen.Combine this with rows of typically Barnsley terrace houses on the opposite side of the road and you can easily imagine thousands of Yorkshire folk who have just finished their shift at the mine and making their way to the ground to support their team. Magical stuff 🙂 On entering the ground, then I would say that Oakwell is impressive and full of character with three sides being very modern and the fourth side evoking memories of bygone days.

Both teams were mid-table and had secured their place in next season's Championship League, so not much to play for, but this game was fa the from routine end of season stuff. A lively game that ended in fair 1-1 draw. The facilities were good.the stewards friendly, but the pies terrible.

The visitors parking is just across the road from the ground and getting away was very easy.

Oakwell was an excellent away day. Full marks to Barnsley Football Club for reducing prices for this game (only £10 for adults and £5 for seniors). Being a Brentford fan with our rickety old Griffin Park ground it was brilliant to see another ground where so many old features have been retained in some parts. Excellent banter with some of the car parking attendants too.My wife was driving and one attendant gave her detailed instructions of where and how to park. My wife replied "I am only a woman driver but I think I can manage." When we left the car park the attendant complimented her on her parking.and I said; "What do you expect, this lass has Barnsley roots." The attendant then spent the next ten minutes giving us a detailed description of how Barnsley had changed in the past 30 years..Lovely people and we cant wait to go again next season.

Jack Wilcox (Aston Villa) 16th September 2017

Barnsley v aston villa football championship league saturday 16th september 2017, 5.30pm jack wilcox ( aston villa fan), jason ponting (birmingham city) 4th november 2017, barnsley v birmingham city championship league saturday 4th november 2017, 3pm jason ponting ( birmingham city fan), richard fletcher (wolverhampton wanderers) 13th january 2018, barnsley v wolverhampton wanderers championship league saturday 13th january 2018, 3pm richard fletcher (wolverhampton wanderers fan), aimee henry (wolverhampton wanderers) 13th january 2018, barnsley v wolverhampton wanderers championship league saturday 13th january 2018, 3pm aimee henry (wolverhampton wanderers fan).

It was the first away day of 2018, and with 4,700 tickets sold for Wolves fans, it promised to be a great atmosphere as Nuno’s men went in search of three more points in their quest for promotion. For various reasons, I’d missed our previous trips to Barnsley, work commitments, holidays etc, so it was another chance to tick off a ground towards my list.

We used the official supporters’ coaches for this game, as it worked out slightly cheaper than the train. We left Molineux at 11 am, and arrived at Oakwell just before half one. A trouble free, smooth journey via the A38 and M1. Once you leave the M1, Oakwell is well signposted (as Barnsley FC), but as it was a Saturday, so we did hit a bit of traffic travelling through Barnsley town centre, especially at the exotically named Alhambra Shopping Centre. The coaches park on a grassy hill, right next to the away end, which is handy, but not ideal on a cold, wet January day, as my previously clean trainers will attest to! Wear sensible footwear, or at least none which are white!

Next to the ground is the Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Centre, which welcomes away fans. I have to say, in the few years I’ve been following Wolves regularly, I’ve had a pre-match pint in some strange places. But never a leisure centre. I had visions of blokes coming up to me asking if I’d got change for the lockers! As it was, us away fans were accommodated in what could only be described as a large sports hall, complete with those multicoloured markings on the floor which nobody ever uses for anything. There were a couple of hundred people in there, I would say, including a few young lads having a kickabout with a roll of masking tape. Jumpers for goalposts and all that! They had plenty on offer to drink, I had a couple of pints of Magners. There was also a steady stream of people walking past with trays of food. At about 2:15, we decided to head down to the ground. The concourse, as you’d expect, was rammed. We managed to get served in a tiny bar area at the back, which you could easily miss as you shuffle and shimmy your way through the crowd.

The word which leaps to mind when describing Oakwell is ‘traditional’. There is certainly nothing fancy about it, although my knowledge of Yorkshire and its people tells me they wouldn’t have it any other way. As away supporters, you are housed in a large, one tiered stand at the end of the ground. We took just shy of 5,000 fans, which our keeper John Ruddy said after the game was the most he’d ever seen in the Barnsley away end. At the other end of the ground, the ‘home end’ is an identical, one tiered stand. The real contrast appears at the sides of the pitch. To your left, is a clean, smart, two-tiered stand, with a large executive box in the corner. To your right however, is what I assume is the oldest stand, a tiny, one tiered, half empty thing which looked a bit sorry for itself!

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An afternoon of frustration is perhaps the best way to analyse the game. Whilst 0-0 doesn’t perhaps tell the full story, it certainly reflects the general lack of goalmouth action, on the part of both sides. It was a very scrappy game, with lots of stopping and starting, instigated largely by yet another awful performance from the referee.

The first half was a bit of a non-event really, we had a couple of half chances which we couldn’t hit the target with, but nothing else. Barnsley likewise failed to test Ruddy in the Wolves goal. Second half was a bit livelier. We had a goal harshly ruled out for offside, the linesman’s flag denying Diogo Jota what looked like a perfectly good goal. Jota also hit the bar with a thunderous strike, and then missed a great chance from close range when sub Ivan Cavaleiro picked him out with a gorgeous cross from the right side.

With 5,000 in the away end, the atmosphere was fine, but the home fans were fairly subdued. There were a few chants at times, but it was only in the final 10 or so minutes when they woke up. I suppose what doesn’t help is having the opposing fans at opposite ends of the ground. The more vocal section of Barnsley’s support was housed in the end behind the opposite goal, meaning any banter or chants had to travel the length of the pitch to be heard. If I was Barnsley, I’d be looking to use the larger Main Stand to get the singing going. The stewards were fine, and I paid the standard £3 for a very decent programme.

Straight back onto the coach, and back at Molineux by half seven. Happy days!

I enjoyed my trip to Oakwell. Whilst it wasn’t quite the “cold, Tuesday night in Barnsley” that everyone tells you is football’s toughest test, but a chilly Saturday afternoon in January was just as tough. Ultimately, it’s a decent point away from home, and on another day we might well have nicked it. You can’t win them all, and I think the performance was decent enough. Oakwell is a traditional stadium, although some of it does look a bit tired, compared to many modern, clean stadiums across the country. I don’t know though, I think there’s something quite nice about a ground and a club which sticks to what it does best.

Jay Thomas (Wolverhampton Wanderers) 13th January 2018

Barnsley v wolverhampton wanderers championship league saturday 13th january 2018, 3pm jay thomas (wolverhampton wanderers fan), jack tyldsley (bolton wanderers) 18th february 2018, barnsley v bolton wanderers championship league saturday 18th february 2018, 3pm jack tyldsley (bolton wanderers fan).

I had visited Oakwell once before and seen us win 3-1, and was looking forward to returning. It was also a huge six-pointer – one we couldn’t afford to lose.

We set off at 12 noon on the coach and we were in Barnsley by 1:15 pm. The journey was very easy.

We decided to follow the many Bolton fans up to the nearby leisure centre and saw that already at least 100 Bolton fans had taken over the waterpark bar. We sat in the sun with a view of the ground before entering at 2pm. The home fans were relatively pleasant but the atmosphere was tense.

What you thought on seeing the ground , first impressions of away end then other sides of the Oakwell Stadium?

After entering the ground we stood in the outside concourse which was filled with sunlight – it was very pleasant. We then took our seats high up – the view was great. The ground itself looked disjointed, as all 4 stands were different. The stand to our right was very old and rough-looking, but the other two were decent.

After being 1-0 down and booed off at half time, we responded brilliantly to lead 2-1 before in typical Bolton style conceding in the 93rd minute. A draw was still a good point for us though, and the atmosphere was fantastic.

We got back on the coach and were back in Bolton by 6:45 pm.

Great atmosphere and a good result. A very good trip. Oakwell is indeed a good away day if the away backing is good enough.

Tony MacRae (Bristol City) 1st April 2018

Barnsley v bristol city championship league saturday 31st march 2018, 3pm tony macrae ( bristol city fan), steve smytheman (doing the 92 - again) 28th april 2018, barnsley v brentford championship league saturday 28th april 2018, 3pm steve smytheman ( doing the 92 – again), rob pickett (oxford united) 4th august 2018, barnsley v oxford united league one saturday 4th august 2018, 3pm rob pickett ( oxford united fan), ian bradley (neutral) 13th october 2018, barnsley v luton town league 1 saturday 13th october 2018, 12 noon ian bradley (neutral), burt haggett (bristol rovers) 27th october 2018, barnsley v bristol rovers league 1 saturday 27th october 2018, 3pm burt haggett (bristol rovers), james (coventry city) 30th march 2019, barnsley v coventry city league 1 saturday 30th march 2019, 3pm james (coventry city).

Another ground I'd never been to. An upturn in our recent form meant we still had an outside chance of making the playoffs and with Barnsley being a decent team, It should probably make for a good game of football.

After driving over the peaks from Manchester where I live, I arrived near the Dove Inn around 1.30pm and the traffic was already quite heavy. After a few U-turns, I managed to find some street parking near to the pub.

I met my mate who had the tickets and went for a quick pint in the Dove Inn which had inside a mixture of both sets of fans with no problems. After that we headed straight to the ground.

We walked towards the stadium and cut through a gate onto the club car park behind the South Stand. We then walked around the ground to the right towards the away end…. which was a mistake as this side of the ground is fenced off and we had to walk back around almost the entire stadium. Eventually, we made it inside and headed up to our seats. The away end is fairly large and modern as are the other stands with the exception of the stand to our right which looked ancient in comparison and the bottom half of which was exposed to the elements.

I grabbed a quick pie before kick off, (overpriced and nothing special) one of the stewards enquired with myself about a potential protest with regards to our own ground at the end of the game. I informed him that there may be a few fans have a bit of a sit-in after the game for 15 minutes or so but should be nothing to worry about. The game itself was a very entertaining one and but for a couple of defensive errors we'd have sneaked a win and nearly snatched it at the end but for a great save by their keeper. But 2-2 in the end was probably a fair result and the Sky Blue army were in fine voice throughout. As a side note if the weather's decent as it was for this game take a pair of sunglasses as the sun dropped below roof level just after kick off.

Exited the ground fairly quickly and headed back up the hill to the Dove Inn and had a glass of coke and chatted to a few Barnsley fans and tried to explain our horrendously complicated stadium situation to them. After the traffic had died down headed straight back over the peaks.

A decent day out but a draw probably all but ends our already slim playoff chances. I just hope that we can sort out where we'll be playing next season.

Andrew Davidson (Doing the 92) 2nd October 2019

Barnsley v derby county championship wednesday 2nd october 2019, 7.45pm andrew davidson (doing the 92), andrew (swansea city) 19th october 2019, barnsley v swansea city championship saturday 19th october 2019, 3pm andrew (swansea city), steve (stoke city) 9th november 2019, barnsley v stoke city championship saturday 9th november 2019, 3pm steve (stoke city).

Bottom of the table clash! Also, a first visit to Oakwell and Barnsley in general and I wanted to see what it was like. Was staying in Sheffield for the weekend so it was a short trip over to Barnsley.

Went by train. A simple walk from the station to the ground through rows of terraced houses, helpful stewards and police pointing the way.

Had a pint in Annie Murray's before the game (an Irish pub in the town centre), and popped into the Dove for a local ale afterwards. The Dove was mostly home fans with a smattering of away supporters, loads of Barnsley memorabilia so obviously a home fan favourite. All very friendly and a decent pint in both pubs.

Great to see a ground near the town centre, unlike so many new stadiums (ours included, unfortunately). In fact, the location reminded me of our sadly departed Victoria Ground. The stadium was more modern than I expected and was quite neat apart from the one older stand down the side (although it had a nice classic feel in my opinion!). The away stand had great views and an excellent atmosphere.

Great atmosphere, great game and a great 4-2 result (for us)! Stewards and police very friendly, as were fans. Most away fans were standing and the stewards didn't insist on forcing us to sit as we have probably all experienced at other grounds (looking at you West Ham). Very crowded in the concourse and not selling beer (not missed though, go to the pub after, save yourself a few pounds and not be forced to drink Carling from a plastic glass!). It probably would be more comfortable with fewer fans.

Easy walk from the ground to the pub/station/bus/car park. Police guided us.

I would definitely go to Barnsley again. Recommended for any fans.

Kevin Nash (Reading) 11th December 2019

Barnsley v reading championship wednesday 11th december 2019, 7.45pm kevin nash (reading), henryk piotrowski (west bromwich albion) 27th december 2019, barnsley v west bromwich albion championship friday 27th december 2019, 3pm henryk piotrowski (west bromwich albion).

Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting the Oakwell Stadium?

I had never visited Oakwell before so this was an opportunity to tick off another ground. Also with Albion in such great form at the top of the league I thought we had a chance of finally ending our Oakwell hoodoo where we hadn't won since the late 1940's!

A really simple journey up the M1, then J37 and A628 into Barnsley. All told less than 2 hours door to door. Arrived well before kick-off at about 1:30 and managed to park a stone's throw from the ground.

I had a pint in a local pub (the Mount- all home fans from what I could see/hear) and got chatting to a few Barnsley supporters. A very friendly bunch with a great sense of humour. Very relaxed atmosphere.

Oakwell is located slap bang in the middle of the town centre and the stadium encompasses a mix of old (West Stand) and new stands, which is a welcome relief from some of the sometimes soulless and uninspiring modern-day stadia around the country. It also has old-style corner floodlights too. The North Stand, where the Albion fans were located, was absolutely fine. Great views. Fantastic atmosphere (over 3500 made the trip).

Albion took the lead in the opening 10 minutes when their keeper miscued a rushed clearance straight to Krovinovic who lobbed it back over him. However Barnsley had a lot of the ball and had a number of chances to equalise but our keeper Johnstone was in exceptional form, making some great saves. A similar picture in the second half. All square until the last minute when Barnsley deservedly equalised. Frustrating from an Albion point of view, but no qualms about the result. I bought a coffee and a pie in the ground. Reasonable prices/decent quality. Stewards were helpful, kind and unobtrusive.

Absolutely no problems at all. Away by 5:15, very little traffic to contend with, straight back onto the M1, Home by 6:45.

A fantastic day out. Oakwell is a lovely ground to visit. fans are welcoming. Easy to get to. Pity we couldn't secure the victory but that would have been hard on Barnsley. I would definitely go again!

Gazman (West Bromwich Albion) 28th December 2019

Barnsley v west bromwich albion championship friday 27th december 2019, 3pm gazman (west bromwich albion), adrian hurst (sheffield wednesday) 18th september 2020, barnsley v sheffield wednesday efl championship saturday 8th february 2020, 1.30pm adrian hurst (sheffield wednesday).

Frank Alsop 16th August 2021

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Oakwell Stadium was built in 1888 and was extensively redeveloped in the 1990s, with only the original main stand left standing. The East Stand was first to be rebuilt in 1993, followed by a new South Stand in 1995. A new North Stand completed the works in 1999.

The club owners continue to consider any plans for further redevelopment, although this is subject to ground ownership matters being resolved. A unique feature of Oakwell is a purpose built stand for disabled supporters which is a three floor structure located between the East & South Stands.

Away fans visiting Oakwell are located in the North Stand, with a typical allocation of around 2,000. The stand itself holds 6,000 but for larger followings, restrictions can be in place which limits the allocation to around 4,500.

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Car parking is limited at the stadium itself, but there are other options within walking distance of Oakwell such as Oakwell Rise Primary School.

We’ve compiled a list of car parks, below, near to Oakwell for hassle free parking while you’re at the match.

Barnsley Railway Station is the closest railway station to Oakwell and is only around a 10 minute walk away.

When you exit the station, turn left away from the town centre and then take a left on to Eldon Street North. After around 100 yards, turn left on to Midland Street and then another left shortly after on to Kendray Street. Continue on to Pontefract Road for a couple of hundred yards and then take a left on to Bala Street. The stadium is around a 5 minute walk straight ahead.

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There are a number of away friendly pubs near Oakwell, all of which cater to different needs. Please note, however, that some bars require club colours to be covered and some do not allow children.

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Discussion in ' Bulletin Board ' started by Bing , Aug 29, 2023 .

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Went on the Reds in the Community stadium tour last week. OK its free but all we did was literally walk around the front of the stands and then out past the boot room. Couldn't go in the board room as it was locked and the guide couldn't get in touch with anyone and couldn't go in the dressing rooms as first team were in after training. You'd think they could plan the times better so at least you could have a look at the dressing room, my 9 year old was gutted. Its even says on the booking page "experience access all areas" when its nothing of the sort. The guide also said some bizarre statement about kids tickets being more expensive in the ponty end "because of all the swearing"

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Barnsley FC’s Oakwell stadium set for development following deal with council

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Barnsley Football Club’s historic Oakwell Stadium is set for long-awaited investment and improvements after the club secured a 30-year lease for the venue and surrounding area.

Last year (2023), the council became the sole owner of Oakwell Community Assets Limited (OCAL), which owns the stadium and land around it. This followed negotiations with the Cryne family, who had been joint owners of OCAL with the council since 2003.

The new lease provides the club and the council with longer-term security and stability. Crucially, it paves way for Barnsley FC to invest in the stadium, developing Oakwell into a venue capable of hosting “unique fan experiences and events, music concerts, corporate conferences and community activities for generations to come”.

The move also secures the future for the newly formed Barnsley FC women’s team who will continue to play games at Oakwell.

In a statement, Barnsley Council said it will now work to further integrate the club into the existing town centre offer and explore ways in which the two can work closer together for the benefit of the whole borough.

According to Sir Steve Houghton CBE, Leader of Barnsley Council, the club contributes more than £22m to the local economy. In addition, the social impact of the Barnsley FC Community Trust – which supports the health and wellbeing of local people through sports and cultural participation activities – is valued at an estimated £10m per year.

“Barnsley FC is part of our heritage, and one of our anchor institutions with significant economic, social and wellbeing value for the borough. It’s a badge of identity for our communities, contributing to pride of place and a sense of belonging for Barnsley people.

“The council became a 50 per cent owner of Oakwell Community Assets Limited (OCAL), which owns the stadium and land around it, in 2003. This was part of a deal that saved Barnsley Football Club from going out of business at the time. That deal proved hugely successful and secured the existence of a professional football club in Barnsley.

“We’re proud to have played a key role in securing the future of professional football in the borough and we’re now proud to be taking the next step in securing that future for many years to come. This agreement helps unlock much-needed investment at Oakwell, to improve community provision and improve the experience for visitors to the club.

“Both the council and Barnsley FC acknowledge the huge contribution the late Patrick Cryne made to securing the survival of Barnsley FC, and building the successful and resilient club it is today. We’re grateful to the Cryne family for their co-operation in securing this future for Oakwell.”

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