Ninian Park facts for kids

The Grandstand, taken in 2009

Ninian Park was a famous stadium in Cardiff, Wales. It was the home ground for the Cardiff City football team for 99 years. The stadium first opened in 1910 and closed its doors in 2009. When it closed, it could hold 21,508 fans.

In July 2009, Cardiff City F.C. moved to their new home, the Cardiff City Stadium.

What Was Ninian Park?

Ninian Park was a well-known football stadium located in Cardiff, Wales. It served as the main home ground for the professional football club, Cardiff City F.C. The stadium was a very important place for the team and its fans for almost a century. It saw many exciting football matches and events.

A Long History

Ninian Park opened its doors in 1910. For 99 years, it was the heart of Cardiff City F.C. Many generations of fans watched their favorite team play there. The stadium was a big part of Cardiff's history and football culture. It closed down in 2009 to make way for a new, modern stadium.

The New Home: Cardiff City Stadium

After nearly a century at Ninian Park, Cardiff City F.C. needed a new, modern stadium. The Cardiff City Stadium was built to be their new home. It opened in July 2009, just after Ninian Park closed. This new stadium offers better facilities for both players and fans.

Images for kids

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  A statue of Lord Ninian, who Ninian Park is named after, in Cathays Park, Cardiff

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  Ninian Park shown on an Ordnance Survey map in 1920

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  The Grange End part of the stadium, taken in 2007

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  Gardens and artwork marking the Ninian Park centre spot

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  The Popular Bank in 1983 with an advert for Captain Morgan visible on the roof

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  Ninian Park railway station

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In Spanish: Ninian Park para niños