Kilmarnock FC (Rugby Park)
16 minute walk from Kilmarnock station · Glasgow and West Central
Rugby Park serves as the historic home ground for Kilmarnock F.C., a Scottish Premiership club, and currently offers a capacity of 15,003. Since it was first used in 1899, the site has evolved into a modern all-seater venue that also features a hotel complex, known as the Park Hotel, right next to the ground.
The stadium is rich in history, having been used for international football fixtures, rugby union matches, and major concerts by artists like Elton John and Rod Stewart. It holds cultural significance as the setting for the film "A Shot at Glory" and features the Frank Beattie Stand, named in honour of the captain who led the club to a league championship in 1965. The venue is also unique for its connection to rugby, which originally gave the ground its name when the site was shared by different sports teams.
Visitors today can enjoy a professional sporting atmosphere equipped with modern amenities, including safe-standing sections and a sports bar. The stadium features a distinctive layout with exposed steel frameworks and a unique East Stand that tapers due to nearby residential areas. Whether attending a match on the hybrid grass pitch or visiting the memorial garden, guests experience a venue that has been a focal point of Scottish sport for over a century.
Visitor information
- Place type
- Football ground
- Good for
- Football, Live music, Rugby
- Admission
- Paid admission
- Region
- Glasgow and West Central
Stations within walking distance
- Kilmarnock station — 16 min walk, 1.3 km
Other places near Kilmarnock
- Dean Castle and Country Park — 24 min walk from the station