Saffron Lane Stadium
8 lane synthetic track in Leicester, Leicestershire · LE2 7NQ
Athletics and running track in Leicester
Saffron Lane Stadium is an 8 lane synthetic track in Leicester, Leicestershire. You'll find it at Saffron Lane Sports Centre, Saffron Lane, Leicester, LE2 7NQ. It has floodlighting, so winter evening sessions are on. Access is restricted, so check with the operator or a resident club before turning up. Leicester Coritanian AC, Leicester WC, Owls AC Leicester 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 Saffron Lane Stadium
Yes
Full
Large covered stand
Athletics clubs at Saffron Lane Stadium
More about Saffron Lane Stadium
The track opened as a synthetic 'En-Tout-Cas' one on 6 May 1967 and was the first track of its type in England. Apparently it was a thin surface of rubberised crumbs as compared to the denser tartan material which had more bounce to it. The surface has obviously been upgraded since then. The complex includes a cycle velodrome which is next to the track, gym, all-weather and grass football pitches and fitness circuits.
Common questions about Saffron Lane Stadium
Can anyone use Saffron Lane Stadium?
Access to Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester is restricted, so check with the operator or a club that trains there before you go.
When is Saffron Lane Stadium open?
Opening times on record for Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester: Sports Centre hours (not sure if applies to track) Mon-Sun 0900-2200 but not sure if applies to track.
How much does it cost to use Saffron Lane Stadium?
Charges on record for Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester: Adult unknown, Junior £1.10.
What surface is Saffron Lane Stadium, and how many lanes does it have?
Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester is a 400m synthetic running track with 8 lanes and a 9 lane straight.
Does Saffron Lane Stadium have floodlights?
Yes. Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester has floodlighting, so evening sessions are possible through the winter.
Is Saffron Lane Stadium a certified athletics track?
Not as far as we know. The restricted certificate on file for Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester expired on 31 May 2006, so treat times run there as unofficial unless the venue confirms a newer one.
What field event facilities does Saffron Lane Stadium have?
Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester has a steeplechase water jump.
Does Saffron Lane Stadium have changing rooms?
Yes. Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester has full changing facilities.
Which running and athletics clubs train at Saffron Lane Stadium?
Leicester Coritanian AC, Leicester WC and Owls AC Leicester train at Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester.
Where is Saffron Lane Stadium?
Saffron Lane Stadium is at Saffron Lane Sports Centre, Saffron Lane, Leicester, LE2 7NQ.
What other running tracks are near Saffron Lane Stadium?
The nearest other running tracks to Saffron Lane Stadium in Leicester are University of Leicester Running Track (2.2 miles), Ratcliffe College Track (8.2 miles) and Loughborough University Indoor Track in Loughborough (11 miles).
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