Exploring The Home Of Manchester United

Those who love English football will probably be aware that the stadium associated with Manchester United is Old Trafford. In fact most people will have heard of Old Trafford, regardless of whether they like football or not.



The history of the stadium goes back a long way to 1909, so it has only recently celebrated its centenary. Some memorable matches have taken place here, including some of the games during the 1966 World Cup. More recently it played host for the Champions League Final in 2003.



There is no doubt that the ‘Theatre of Dreams’, as it is often referred to as, is thought of as a football stadium. It has also hosted other events – not all of them sporting in nature. While various games of rugby have been held here, big name bands such as Status Quo have also enjoyed entertaining the crowds in the arena.




While nothing quite competes with the experience of going to Old Trafford to see a match in play, you may not know that you can also visit when no games are being played. A tour of Old Trafford is the best way to soak up the atmosphere and see what the stadium is really like. You can find out a lot more about the history of the stadium and the various events which have taken place during the century it has been in existence. Indeed you may discover more when the stadium is empty for a tour than when it is full in readiness for a football match.



There is a lot to learn about the stadium in years gone by as well. For example, did you know it was out of action for eight years during the majority of the 1940s, due to it having been bombed during the war? You will also get to see the statue of Sir Matt Busby, one of the team’s managers from times gone by.




If you have watched players as they emerge from the tunnel and run out onto the pitch itself, you will definitely have fun doing exactly the same thing. An exploration of the changing rooms culminates in making this journey out into the stadium itself; it’s quite an experience no matter whether you love football with a passion or not.



A tour of Old Trafford isn’t something you will forget in a hurry. To see the stadium up close, explore the history of the club and wander round the museum makes a perfect addition to a weekend away in Manchester. If you book into one of the many Manchester hotels in the area, you will be well placed to visit the home of Manchester United as well as seeing what else this delightful city has to offer.