Motherwell
Fir Park
Capacity:
13,742 (all seated)
Address:
Fir Park, Motherwell, ML1 2QN
Telephone:
01698 333 333
Fax:
01698 338 001
Ticket Office:
01698 338 009
Pitch Size:
110 x 75 yards
Pitch Type:
Grass
Club Nickname:
The Well or The Steelmen
Year Ground Opened:
1895
Undersoil Heating:
Yes
Shirt Sponsors:
Bet Park
Kit
Manufacturer:Macron
Home Kit:
Amber and Claret
Away Kit:
Claret and Amber
The stadium is dominated by the large South Stand at one end. Almost twice the height of the other stands, it is two tiered with a row of executive boxes running across the middle and has a capacity of 4,500. Opposite, the Davie Cooper Stand, is a small covered seated stand. The single tiered Phil O'Donnell Stand on one side of the ground, is both raised above pitch level and set back from it. This older stand has windshields to either side as well as a few supporting pillars. It is unusual in that the stand itself doesn't run the full length of the pitch, but the supporting steelwork does, making for an odd looking sight. According to Simon Inglis in his book 'The Football Grounds Of Great Britain', this was because it was originally intended in 1962 to build a full length stand but due to a dispute with a an owner of a house beyond the corner of that ground (a dispute which the club lost) it was never completed as intended. This stand was funded chiefly from the sale at that time of Ian St John & Pat Quinn to Liverpool. This did not go down well with the fans as many subsequently boycotted the stand and to this day it is the most sparsely populated section of the ground. Opposite is the smaller East Stand, which also has a number of supporting pillars, running across it. This originally was a covered terrace, but was made all seated in 1990.
Away fans are housed in the South Stand at one end of the pitch. Normally only the lower tier is opened for away fans, but if demand requires it, then the upper tier can be opened also. Up to 4,500 fans can be accommodated in the two tiers. The view of the playing action from this stand is pretty good, as well as the facilities. David Tennant a visiting St Mirren supporter adds; 'Overall Fir Park is a good day out. The huge away stand was very nice to be in and the atmosphere was alright. No hassle around the ground, but some good banter was had with the home support.
Craig Barry recommends the 'Jack Daniels Bar, which is the closest to the ground. It is popular with both home and away fans, each having their own bar'. Whilst Craig Irving adds; 'The Fir Park Social Club is on same road as the ground and is an extremely friendly boozer. Away fans are normally admitted, although restrictions may be put in place for Old Firm games'.
Leave the M74 at Junction 6 and head towards Motherwell. At the first set of lights that you come to turn right onto the B754 (Airbles Road) towards Wishaw. The ground is at the end of this road on the right. Street parking.
Airbles Railway Station is the closest to Fir Park, but is only served by a local service. You are more likely to end up instead at Motherwell Central station, which is around a 15 minute walk away from the ground.
Alan McAulay adds; 'You exit the train station facing the main shopping street in the direction of the ground; go straight along it through the shopping precinct/centre; past the shopping centre car park, which leads to an underpass; go under the underpass, up the stairs and turn left; go straight on and the large stand gradually comes into view from behind Wilsons Furniture Store. The road 'forks' at this point with away fans, and those going into the old seated terrace going to the left and all other fans to the right. Away fans walking from Motherwell should note, that the road to the away end is a long and winding one (you think you're there when you see the stand, but it takes about another 5 minutes to access it), so should allow plenty of time. There is also a pretty good pub right next to Motherwell Central, but fans should remember to leave on time, the last time I was in Motherwell I missed the first ten minutes!'
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Admission prices vary in accordance with the category of the match. Category A (Premium) prices are shown here with category B (Standard) prices in brackets.
Home Fans
Phil O'Donnell Stand:
Adults £28 (£24), Concessions £19 (£17), Juveniles £3 (£3) 1 Adult + 2 Juveniles £32 (£28)
Davie Cooper Stand:
£28 (£24), Concessions £19 (£17), Juveniles £3 (£3) 1 Adult + 2 Juveniles £32 (£28)
John Hunter (East) Stand:
Adults £21 (£20), Concessions £17 (£16), Juveniles £3 (£3) 1 Adult + 2 Juveniles £25 (£24)
Away Fans
South Stand:
£28 (£24), Concessions £19 (£17), Juveniles £3 (£3) 1 Adult + 2 Juveniles £32 (£28)
Concessions apply to over 60's, Under 18's and full-time students. Juveniles are classed as under 16's.
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Official Programme £3
Airdrie United and Hamilton.
Motherwell FC fixture list (takes you to the Motherwell FC website).
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Record Attendance
35,632 v Glasgow Rangers
Scottish Cup, March 12th1952.
Average Attendance
2019-2020: 5,557 (Premier League)
2018-2019: 5,448 (Premier League)
2017-2018: 5,448 (Premier League)
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Special thnaks to Owen Pavey for providing the layout diagram and to Jean-Francois Foxhal, for some photos of Fir Park Motherwell.
Motherwell v Heart of Midlothian
Scottish Premier League
Friday 30th September 2016, 7.45pm
Mike Kimberley (Neutral fan)
Why were you looking forward to this game and visiting Fir Park?
During the summer I saw a few Scottish matches and I enjoyed the atmosphere and visiting Scotland. This was a handy Friday night match and staying the night I could catch two other games on the Saturday.
How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
I was staying near Motherwell Central Railway Station and a taxi up tp Fir Park cost £3.80. There did appear to be street parking not too far away from the ground.
What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
I had already eaten at one of the many take-away food outlets in town. I went to look at the club shop and bumped into another Ninety-Two Club member who was chatting to two other ground-hoppers. We all appeared to be doing much the same, taking in two or three games in a weekend. Locals were all friendly and helpful as usual in Scotland.
What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of Fir Park?
Fir Park has largely been rebuilt, certainly on three sides and looks neat and tidy. The away end looks rather square and dark but I am sure it offers an excellent view.
Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
The game itself had a own scrappy goal and then two fantastic shots for Hearts, giving the visitors a three nil advantage. Many of the home crowd had left when James McFadden, formerly of Everton, scored a magnificent consolation goal in the top left corner from a free kick outside the box. The quality of the goals were well worth the entrance fee.
Comment on getting away from the ground after the game:
I walked back to my hotel slowly via several hostelries. Again the locals were friendly and welcoming.
Summary of overall thoughts of the day out:
A most enjoyable game for the neutral of which I suspect there were more than the four I have mentioned.
Motherwell v Berwick Rangers
Scottish League Cup Group Stage
Saturday 29th July 2017, 3pm
Adrian Hurst (Neutral fan)
Motherwell v Heart of Midlothian
Scottish Premier League
Saturday 26th August 2017, 3pm
Mark Steele (Neutral fan)
Game Attended
Motherwell vs Heart of MidlothianCompetition
Scottish PremiershipDate
20/11/2021Kick Off Time
15:00Team Supported
NeutralWhy were you looking forward to this game and visiting the ground itself?
This was our second game of a three-game weekend in Scotland and as a groundhopper, I had heard good things about the atmosphere at Fir Park.How easy was your journey/finding the ground/car parking?
We travelled from our base in Cardross (which is the other side of Glasgow) to the game via train and after one change at Partick, we were in Motherwell, taking about an hour and a half. Fans are advised to alight in Airbles, but it's also not that far from Motherwell's main station and there is more to do around the town centre. Google Maps guided us to the ground, but it is also pretty well signposted from the centre of the town.What you did before the game pub/chippy etc, and were the home fans friendly?
We visited a couple of pubs in the town centre before walking to the ground. These were passable without being amazing! We didn't speak to many home fans, but I've had plenty of pleasant interactions with them on social media.What you thought on seeing the ground, first impressions of away end then other sides of the stadium?
Fir Park is a proper throwback with massive character and we were in the South Section of the John Hunter Stand. With a triangular roof to keep the atmosphere in, it's fantastic. The away end is the largest stand in the ground with two tiers and Hearts had taken a pretty sizeable travelling contingent. Opposite the John Hunter stand is the Main Stand which looks like it used to have terracing and there is a single tier stand behind the goal at the other end of the stadium. I really rated the ground!Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc..
Motherwell were the better side from the first whistle and Hearts never looked like showing the form that had taken them to 3rd in the table. The Well had the lead midway through the first half as Kainye Woolery's pull-back eventually found Connor Shields and he slammed home for the opener. Hearts were struggling to create chances but they tried to push on in the second half, only for Taylor Moore to receive his marching orders for a second bookable offence. From the resulting free-kick, Rickie Lamie was able to head home from all of about 3 yards to double their advantage and seal the three points. The atmosphere at Fir Park was electric, orchestrated by a megaphone and drum and the home fans were excellent, with a great repertoire of songs. I've had Twist and Shout in my head for 3 days now! That said, I'm convinced 90 percent of the fans around us were not even watching as the ball hit the net for the second goal before all charging down to the front! I often think the atmosphere Scottish football is completely unsanitised in relation to what I experience in England and this further demonstrated my point. The away fans were very subdued, even before falling behind. The stewarding at Fir Park was very fair and unobtrusive.Comment on getting away from the ground after the game
After the game, we went to the Steelworks Bar to watch the evening kickoffs, which was most acceptable, although they did seem to ask for "Fan ID" on entry. Once they found out we were English, they allowed us in. After that, we got the train from Airbles back to Cardross and by that time, the crowds had died down.Summary of overall thoughts of the day out
A phenomenal and very enjoyable afternoon! For £20, you couldn't go wrong with the pricing either. Hats off to The Well and good luck to them for the rest of the season.Images