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Emirates Old Trafford has a capacity of approximately 26,000 for major international cricket fixtures following the completion of the new 1,025-seat stand in 2023. For domestic county matches the standard capacity is approximately 19,000. For concerts the ground can accommodate up to 50,000. The 2023 expansion makes it the largest cricket venue outside London.

Emirates Old Trafford is the home of Manchester Originals in The Hundred. The Manchester Originals men's and women's teams play four home double-header fixtures at the ground each August. The men's squad is led by Jos Buttler. Emirates Old Trafford is also the home of Lancashire County Cricket Club for all domestic and county fixtures throughout the season.

The Metrolink tram is the easiest and most recommended way to reach the ground. Old Trafford tram stop on the Altrincham line is directly adjacent to the stadium. From Manchester city centre (St Peter's Square), the journey takes approximately 11 minutes and trams run every few minutes throughout the day. Manchester Piccadilly, Deansgate Castlefield, and Victoria all connect to Old Trafford via Metrolink. National Rail passengers arriving at Manchester Piccadilly can connect directly to Old Trafford tram stop without leaving the Metrolink network.

Yes — the Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford is located on-site at the cricket ground, with 250 modern bedrooms including 136 rooms that directly overlook the famous Lancashire Cricket pitch from private balconies. These pitch-facing rooms can be converted to hospitality boxes for concerts and major matches. The hotel's Edge restaurant and Garden Grille bar are open to all visitors. Free on-site parking is available (subject to availability and event restrictions). The hotel is rated 9.0 on Booking.com.

Emirates Old Trafford is approximately 3 miles south-west of Manchester city centre, in the Old Trafford area of Trafford. By tram (Altrincham line), the journey from St Peter's Square in the city centre takes approximately 11 minutes. By taxi the journey typically takes 8–15 minutes depending on traffic. Manchester United's football Old Trafford is just a 6-minute walk from the cricket ground.

Yes. The official Emirates Old Trafford Stadium Tour (80 minutes, £18 for adults, £10 for children) visits the Victorian Pavilion, changing rooms, indoor cricket school, commentary boxes, and Members' Longroom. An afternoon tea option (approx. £40) combines the full tour with traditional afternoon tea in the hospitality suite. Book via emiratesoldtrafford.lancashirecricket.co.uk or through Visit Manchester.

Yes. The £60 million redevelopment has significantly improved accessibility throughout the ground. Emirates Old Trafford provides step-free access, dedicated wheelchair bays with companion seats across multiple stands, accessible toilets throughout the concourse, a private pitch-facing Sensory Room (in the Player and Media Centre), a baby feeding room, and on-site accessible parking (by advance reservation). Contact accessibility@lancashirecricket.co.uk or call 0161 282 4000 to discuss requirements in advance.

Emirates Old Trafford has a comprehensive range of food and drink outlets throughout the ground on matchdays, with halal, vegan, and vegetarian options available at all Hundred fixtures. The ground uses eco-friendly takeaway food containers and is committed to sustainability in its catering operations. Lancashire Cricket Members receive a 10% discount on food and drinks at the bar during Hundred matches. The Brian Statham Bar is the main on-site bar, supplemented by kiosks throughout all stands.

Manchester Originals tickets for The Hundred at Emirates Old Trafford start from £17 for adults and £5 for children under 16. Each ticket covers the full double-header day (women's and men's matches). Book via thehundred.com or emiratesoldtrafford.lancashirecricket.co.uk. A priority ticket window with early bird prices typically opens in April — sign up at thehundred.com for early access.

Yes — the two Old Traffords are immediate neighbours. Manchester United's football stadium is just a 6-minute walk from the cricket ground. Visitors to Manchester often combine both venues on the same trip. When both venues host events on the same day, traffic and tram congestion can be significantly higher — plan journeys in advance accordingly. Both venues share the Old Trafford tram stop on the Metrolink Altrincham line.

Lancashire Cricket members with qualifying memberships (all categories except standard county-only memberships) can access the historic Members' Longroom at Emirates Old Trafford during Hundred fixtures by presenting their 2025 membership card at the entrance. Members also receive a 10% discount on food and drinks at the bar. The Members' Longroom is an atmospheric and traditionally furnished area with excellent pitch views and a distinct character from the general concourse.

Old Trafford hosted its first Test match in July 1884 between England and Australia — in the same year that Lord's Cricket Ground hosted its first Test. This makes Emirates Old Trafford England's joint second-oldest Test venue (with Lord's), after the Oval which first hosted a Test in 1880. The ground hosted its most recent Test match in July 2025, when England played India in the fourth Test of the series.