Turf Moor facts for kids
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 Turf Moor
Location in Burnley
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| Location | Harry Potts Way, Burnley, Lancashire, England, BB10 4BX |
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| Coordinates | 53°47′21″N 2°13′49″W / 53.78917°N 2.23028°W |
| Owner | Turf Moor Properties Ltd |
| Operator | Burnley F.C. |
| Capacity | 21,944 |
| Field size | 115 yd × 74 yd (105 m × 68 m) |
| Surface | Desso GrassMaster |
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| Broke ground | 1833 (as a cricket ground) |
| Opened | 17 February 1883 |
| Construction cost | £5.3 million |
| Architect | Various |
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| Burnley (1883–present) Burnley Cricket Club (1833–1883) |
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Turf Moor is a famous stadium in Burnley, Lancashire, England. It's the home ground for Premier League football team Burnley Football Club. The club has played all their home games here since 1883! The stadium is located on Harry Potts Way, a street named after the team's longest-serving manager. Turf Moor can hold 21,944 fans, making it a lively place on match days.
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Welcome to Turf Moor
Turf Moor is one of the oldest football grounds in England. It has been the home of Burnley Football Club for over 140 years. Before football, it was a cricket ground! This stadium has seen many exciting matches and historic moments over the years.
Home of Burnley FC
Burnley Football Club, often called "The Clarets," has a long history at Turf Moor. They moved to the stadium in 1883 from their previous ground at Calder Vale. Since then, Turf Moor has been the heart of the club, where players train and fans gather to cheer on their team.
A Look Inside the Stadium
Turf Moor has a seating capacity of 21,944 people. This means that over twenty thousand fans can come together to watch a game! The playing field itself is about 115 yards long and 74 yards wide. The surface is made of Desso GrassMaster, which is a special mix of natural grass and artificial fibers. This makes the pitch strong and durable for all the football action.
History of Turf Moor
The land where Turf Moor stands was first used for sports in 1833, but it was for cricket back then. It wasn't until 1883 that Burnley Football Club made it their permanent home. Over the years, the stadium has been updated and improved many times. For example, in recent years, about £5.3 million was spent to make it even better for players and fans.
Images for kids
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Turf Moor featured on an Ordnance Survey map in 1913
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The Jimmy McIlroy Stand during a tifo display
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A memorial garden and a dugout replica are located behind the Jimmy McIlroy Stand.
See also
In Spanish: Turf Moor para niños
