When did Ravenhill become kingspan?

When did Ravenhill become kingspan?

On 5 June 2014, Ulster signed a 10-year contract with the Kingspan Group for the naming rights to Ravenhill, meaning that the stadium will be known as the Kingspan Stadium until 2024. On 30 May 2015, the 2015 Pro12 Grand Final was played at the Kingspan Stadium.

Is Kingspan Stadium covered?

Both feature large covered seating areas with standing terraces to front, ensuring that the tradition of ‘Standing up for the Ulstermen’ can continue. The Memorial Stand also houses a new ticket office, shop and an impressive bar area underneath.

Where is Ulster Rugby ground?

Kingspan StadiumUlster Rugby / Arena/Stadium

Is there parking at Kingspan Stadium?

There are plenty of car parking spaces available and free buses run constantly along these routes from 90 minutes prior to the game until 90 minutes after the final whistle.

Who paid for the Kingspan Stadium?

The project, funded by the Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure, (DCAL) saw three new stands built at the ground. The redevelopment saw capacity increase from 11,000 to 18,000 and saw Kingspan Stadium become one of the most modern and state of the art rugby stadiums in Europe.

What is the capacity of Ravenhill?

18,196Kingspan Stadium / Capacity (9,000 seated)

How many people can fit in the Kingspan Stadium?

Where is Leinster rugby based?

Leinster, IrelandLeinster Rugby / Location

What is the capacity of Kingspan Stadium?

Where do you park for Kingspan Stadium Belfast?

Located at Pirrie Park on the Ravenhill Road side of the ground (Methody Playing Fields Car Park) and also along Montgomery Road on the Mount Merrion side of the ground (opposite Podium for Sport).

Who owns Ulster rugby team?

Jonny Petrie
Ulster Rugby

Location Belfast, Northern Ireland
Ground(s) Ravenhill Stadium (Capacity: 18,196)
Chairman Jonny Petrie
Coach(es) Dan McFarland
Official website

What is the largest stadium in Europe?

Camp Nou
Capacity above 80,000

No. Name Capacity
1 Camp Nou 99,354
2 Wembley Stadium 91,000
3 Croke Park 82,300 73,500 (seated)
4 Twickenham Stadium 82,000

Where is Munster rugby stadium?

Thomond ParkMusgrave Park
Munster Rugby/Arenas/Stadiums

Who owns Connacht rugby?

Willie Ruane
Connacht Rugby

Location Galway, Ireland
Ground(s) Galway Sportsgrounds (Capacity: 8,129)
CEO Willie Ruane
Coach(es) Andy Friend
Official website

What is Ravenhill Stadium in Belfast?

Ravenhill Stadium in south east Belfast is the home and administrative centre for the game of rugby union in Ulster as well as the ground of the city’s professional rugby club (Ulster).

What rugby matches have been played at Ravenhill?

The semi-final matches and some play-off matches of the Women’s Rugby World Cup were also played at the stadium. The new stand at Ravenhill was officially opened on 9 October 2009 by First Minister Peter Robinson, before a match between Ulster and Bath Rugby.

Where is the Rugby Stadium in Belfast?

Location within Greater Belfast. Ravenhill Stadium (known as the Kingspan Stadium for sponsorship reasons) is a rugby stadium located in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

How much did Ulster Rugby receive for the Ravenhill Stadium?

Ulster Rugby received £14.5m, which was used to redevelop Ravenhill and expand its capacity from 12,000 to 18,000. In 2012, Ulster Rugby confirmed that three new stands would be built at Ravenhill, with work commencing in late 2012.