New Douglas Park
New Douglas Park opened in 2001, replacing Hamilton Academical’s historic Douglas Park and providing the club with a modern home. Located in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, the stadium has hosted football at several levels and has been central to the club’s periods in the Premiership and Championship. Its compact layout brings supporters close to the playing surface, while its facilities reflect the requirements of the modern professional game. The ground has also been used by other clubs during periods of redevelopment or relocation. Its name preserves the link with Hamilton Academical’s former home and longstanding football heritage.
Getting There
Address
Cadzow Avenue, Hamilton, ML3 0FT
Nearest Railway Station
Hamilton West (0.5 miles)
Leave the M74 at Junction 5, and follow the signs for Hamilton. You will pass the racecourse on your left and a large fire station on your right. At the first set of traffic lights, turn right into Caird Street. On your left will appear a fair sized car park, which you can park in (I believe it is free on matchdays) and embark on the five minute walk to the ground. The ground is down New Park Street, which runs beside the bingo hall. Or if you continue along Caird Street, you turn right, just before the traffic lights (and bingo hall) into New Park Street. You will come to the ground entrance on your left.
Club Information
Founded
1874
SFA Licence
Bronze
Home Colours
Red & White / White / White
Change Colours
Navy Blue / Navy Blue / Navy Blue
Ground Information
Record Attendance
28,690 vs Heart of Midlothian, 3rd March 1937 (at Douglas Park)
Capacity
5400
Seats
5400
Cover
Yes
Floodlights
Yes
Playing Surface
Synthetic
Social Club
Accessibility Information
Wheelchair / Step-Free Access
Yes
Accessible Cover
Yes. Front row, high above the pitch. Barriers do obstruct some of the view.
Toilet Facilities
Disabled toilet in the main stand, step-free access.
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