The UK's greatest football grounds
The British football grounds featured in this guide are some of the best in the whole world. Some stadiums have celebrated more success than others, but each ground has its own rich heritage and unique atmosphere.
Craven Cottage, London
Craven Cottage was designed by the Glaswegian architect Archibald Leitch, who built20 major football stadiums in the UK, including Chelsea's Stamford Bridge. The"cottage"itself, lying on one corner of the pitch(球场), was added by Leitch because he'd forgotten to have changing rooms in the original design.
Capacity: 25,700.
Tickets: Adult(18+)£19.99 Children under 18 £9.99
Family bonus: 2 adults+1 child £39.97
Visiting time: Mon-Sat, 8:30-20:30
Anfield, Liverpool
Anfield saw the fulfilment of many dreams. Located in the solidly working-class area of north Liverpool, it's another ground built by Archibald Leitch.
It was torn down in 1994 with the coming of all-seated stadiums, but plans are now underway for a £260m upgrade including a hotel and a "food hub".
Capacity: 45,500.
Tickets: Adult (18+) £15.99 Children under 18£8.99
Visiting time: Mon-Fri, 9:00-20:00
Old Trafford, Manchester
You'd be hard pushed to find any football fan who hasn't heard of Old Trafford. The stadium, yet another ground designed by Leitch, has been Manchester United's home since1910. However, no games were played between 1941 and 1949.
In 2008, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Manchester United's first European Cup win, a stat ue of George Best, Denis Law and Bobby Charlton was displayed.
Capacity: 75,800.
Tickets: Adult (18+) £16.99 Children under 18 £8.99
Visiting time: Tue-Sat, 9:00-21:00