Villa Park Stadium Overview

Villa Park is the home of Aston Villa Football Club and has been since 1897. It is located in the Aston Area of Birmingham. It is a UEFA 4–star rated stadium

Stadium History

Villa Park opened in 1897 at the cost of £16,400. It was officially called the Aston Lower Grounds and it was situated in the former grounds of a Jacobean stately home, Aston Hall. The Site used to have a fishpond and kitchen garden belonging to the owner of Aston Hall, Sir Thomas Holte (the origin of the naming of the stand, the Holte End). The pitch was initially surrounded by a 24 feet (7.3 m) wide concrete cycle track and a cinder running track. When first built the stadium could house 40,000 spectators most of whom would stand in the open. The first match at the ground, a friendly against Blackburn Rovers, took place on 17 April 1897, one week after Aston Villa had completed the League and FA Cup 'Double'.

Seating Chart

Villa Park Seating chart - see seat map photo

Getting There

Map

Google Map of Villa Park, aerial view. Click on map to move.

City Information

Area Pubs

Travel Tips

Bus: Take Line 7 to Witton from Birmingham city centre

Nearest Railinks: Aston Station (a 10 minute walk) or Witton Station (2 minute walk).

Aston Villa Tickets

Tickets for Aston Villa Games can be purchased through the Aston Villa ticket website.
Prices for non-preferred seating: £17.00-£29.00 Tel: +44 0121 327 5353

Important Links

• Aston Villa official site]

References

• Stadium Guide
• The FA