Trafford Athletic Stadium
Stretford
6 lane synthetic track in Manchester, Greater Manchester · M21 9TA
Athletics and running track in Manchester
Trafford Athletic Stadium is a 6 lane synthetic track in Manchester, Greater Manchester. You'll find it at Ryebank Road, Chorlton Cum Hardy, Manchester, M21 9TA. It has floodlighting, so winter evening sessions are on. Access is restricted, so check with the operator or a resident club before turning up. Trafford AC, University of Manchester AC train here, and their sessions are usually the quickest route in if you're new to the venue. Everything on this page, from opening times to facilities, is kept current by runners and coaches who actually use the place, so it reflects what you'll find rather than what a council website said a few years ago.
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Facilities at Trafford Athletic Stadium
Inside track, height adjustable
Full
500 covered
Athletics clubs at Trafford Athletic Stadium
More about Trafford Athletic Stadium
The track was originally cinder and was presumably opened at the same time as the stadium which was built in 1965. The synthetic (Tartan) track opened on 22 Jul 1975 and has been relaid once since then. Since 1992 the track has been managed by the host club Trafford AC under the name Trafford Athletic Club Stadium Management. Additional facilities include a fitness/weights suite. A new ?1M clubhouse opened on 7th January 2001 although the official opening is planned for later in 2001. The stadium holds more meetings than any other in the UK. The track is also sometimes referred to as Stretford Stadium or Longford Park Stadium.
Common questions about Trafford Athletic Stadium
Can anyone use Trafford Athletic Stadium?
Access to Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester is restricted, so check with the operator or a club that trains there before you go.
When is Trafford Athletic Stadium open?
Opening times on record for Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester: Mon-Fri 1000-1430, 1830-2030, Sat closed, Sun 1000-1200, U12s Mon & Thu 1800-1915.
How much does it cost to use Trafford Athletic Stadium?
Charges on record for Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester: Adult £2.00, Junior £1.00, U12s £0.50.
What surface is Trafford Athletic Stadium, and how many lanes does it have?
Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester is a 400m synthetic running track with 6 lanes and a 7 lane straight.
Does Trafford Athletic Stadium have floodlights?
Yes. Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester has floodlighting, so evening sessions are possible through the winter.
Is Trafford Athletic Stadium a certified athletics track?
Not as far as we know. The full certificate on file for Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester expired on 31 March 2006, so treat times run there as unofficial unless the venue confirms a newer one.
What field event facilities does Trafford Athletic Stadium have?
Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester has a steeplechase water jump (inside track, height adjustable).
Does Trafford Athletic Stadium have changing rooms?
Yes. Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester has full changing facilities.
Which running and athletics clubs train at Trafford Athletic Stadium?
Trafford AC and University of Manchester AC train at Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester.
Where is Trafford Athletic Stadium?
Trafford Athletic Stadium is at Ryebank Road, Chorlton Cum Hardy, Manchester, M21 9TA.
What other running tracks are near Trafford Athletic Stadium?
The nearest other running tracks to Trafford Athletic Stadium in Manchester are Crossford Bridge Track in Sale (1.3 miles), Loreto College Track (1.8 miles) and YClub Indoor Track (2.5 miles).
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