Calling all Sunderland fans, now is the time to see what the Stadium of Light really has to offer, opened in 1997 this beautiful stadium has decades of history behind it and will not disappoint. Through out this tour you will be taken to the players lounge, this is where the players relax before match day to get prepared for the big game. You will then be taken to both dressing rooms, here you will have the chance to snap the perfect photo in front of your favourite stars shirt. Feeling the buzz of walking through the players tunnels down to pitch side in front of the 49,000 seats will guarantee to give you goose bumps. Finally you will have a seat in the managers seat in the dug out, also known as the best seat in the house.

Where can I find the Stadium of Light?

The Stadium of Light is easily located when you are in the city centre of Sunderland. It is roughly a 16 minute walk to the stadium and you can also use public transport which will take around 10 minutes.

Sunderland AFC history

  • Sunderland were founded in 1879
  • They won there first league title in 1890, winning the football league one division
  • Jimmy Montgomery holds the record for Sunderland appearances, having played 627 matches between 1960 and 1977
  • Sunderland’s all time top goal scorer is Kevin Phillips with 149 goals in 208 appearances
  • Sunderland currently play in the English league one after facing back to back relegations

This stadium your will roughly last around 60 minutes, you will have many opportunities to take photographs so you don’t need to worry about missing anything. Tickets can be purchased through the clubs main website and it is very simple to do so. Each ticket for the tour will only cost you a cheap price of 10 pounds. COVID regulations are in place to ensure safety of everyone involved whilst keeping it fun and enjoyable.

  • Tickets cost are only 10 pounds
  • The stadium is only a 15 minute walk from the city centre
  • You will be able to take photographs through out the tour
  • Group tours available when pre booking

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