Where did Wigan Athletic move their home ground to in 1999?
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Where did Wigan Athletic move their home ground to in 1999?
The stadium architect was Alfred McAlpine. Wigan Athletic and Wigan Warriors moved into it from their long-term homes of Springfield Park and Central Park respectively….DW Stadium.
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| Full name | DW Stadium |
| Former names | JJB Stadium (1999–2009) |
| Location | Loire Drive, Robin Park, Wigan WN5 0UH |
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Where was Wigan Athletic old ground?
Springfield Park
Springfield Park was a multi-purpose stadium in Wigan, Greater Manchester. It was the home ground of Wigan Athletic F.C. until the club moved to the new JJB Stadium (now DW Stadium) after the 1998–99 season. At its largest, the stadium held 40,000.
How far is DW Stadium from train station?
The DW Stadium is a casual 20 minute walk from either station, covering just over one mile along a well-lit main road and canal towpath. From Wigan Wallgate train station take the main exit and turn right. From Wigan North Western train station exit onto the road, cross over the road and turn left.
How far is Wigan FC from train station?
a 28 min walk
The nearest train station to Wigan Athletic FC is a 28 min walk away.
Why are Wigan called the Latics?
For a fairly obvious reason Wigan’s nickname is The Latics, inspired by local pronunciation of the suffix. The first Latics team in season 1932/3, playing in the Cheshire League, wore red and white halved shirts. The same coloured shirts were worn throughout the Thirties up until the outbreak of the Second World War.
What does DW Stadium stand for?
The name changed in 2009 when Wigan Athletic owner Dave Whelan bought a chain of fitness clubs from JJB Sports and set up a new business, DWSportsfitness. The deal also gave Whelan stadium naming rights, and he changed its name to DW Stadium at that time.
Where can I park at Wigan Athletics?
DW StadiumWigan Athletic F.C. / Arena/Stadium
Where is Wigan football stadium?
Where do away fans sit at Wigan?
the North Stand
Away fans are located in the North Stand at one end of the stadium, where up to 4,800 visiting supporters can be accommodated. Although this stand has a capacity of 5,500 seats, the allocation is restricted to 4,800 to prevent over crowding on the concourse.
What does latic mean?
Latic (plural Latics) (slang, soccer) Someone connected with Wigan Athletic Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc. quotations ▼ (slang, soccer) Someone connected with Oldham Athletic Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc.
How old is Wigan Athletic?
Established in 1932, the club would establish itself as a big name in non-league football over the forthcoming 46 years, claiming four Cheshire League and Lancashire Combination titles, as well as two Northern Premier League honours shortly before their election to the Football League in 1978.
How big is wigans away end?
What is it like for away supporters? Away fans are located in the North Stand at one end of the stadium, where up to 4,800 visiting supporters can be accommodated. Although this stand has a capacity of 5,500 seats, the allocation is restricted to 4,800 to prevent over crowding on the concourse.
Who owns Wigan Central?
Patsy and John Slevin
Located within a 19th century railway arch decked-out to look like a 1940s railway station and waiting room, Wigan Central is the brain-child of Patsy and John Slevin, who own the multi-award-winning Prospect Brewery.
Where is Wycombe Wanderers football ground?
Adams Park StadiumWycombe Wanderers F.C. / Arena/Stadium
