Voted the ‘Best Away Ground’ in the SPL at the Clydesdale Bank Awards last season, Tynecastle is indeed a fantastic place to play football. Always an occasion, the Gorgie trip is one the most eagerly anticipated on the ‘Well fans’ calendar.

Stadium & Club Information

Ground Name:	Tynecastle Stadium	Nickname:	“The Jambos”
Address:	Gorgie Road, Edinburgh	Phone:	0871 663 1874 (Option 7)
Capacity:	18,008	Fax:	0131 200 7222
Record Attendance:	53,396 (1932)	Ticket Office:	0871 663 1874 (Option 1)
Pitch Size:	110x70 yards	Website:	www.heartsfc.co.uk

Recent History

Throughout the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s Tynecastle remained largely unchanged until three sides of the stadium saw some dramatic redevelopment.  

To meet their all-seater responsibilities the Jambos initially installed seats in the uncovered terracing behind the goals at the Gorgie Road end and in the enclosures in front of the Main Stand, however these were never considered anything more than temporary while more permanent works were arranged.

As the 1990’s wore on the Gorgie side built three large new stands in the Gorgie Road, Wheatfield and Roseburn ends of the stadium giving them a capacity of just over 18,000 and one of the most atmospheric arenas in the country.

Future Developments

With the Main Stand having been in use for around 90 years it looks every bit its age when compared to the new structures on the other side of the ground.  Talk of redevelopment of this stand has never been far away but costs and the apparent lack of room to build has ensured plans have remained just talk.

Once again however the subject of a new Main Stand has surfaced with the Hearts owners unveiling plans to spend £51m on a new 10,000 two-tier stand that will boast a variety of facilities and bring the Tynecastle up to around 23,000.

Visitors Section

The introduction of segregation saw ‘Well fans use the Gorgie Road terrace in days gone by but the regeneration of Tynecastle saw supporters seated in the uncovered Gorgie Road stand and the Main Stand before settling in the Roseburn Stand.

The stand is normally shared with home supporters with Dossers in the section closest to the Main Stand, however when on Scottish Cup business Motherwell took an allocation of the whole Roseburn Stand filling it to its capacity.

2008 / 2009 Prices:

Adults: £21
Concessions: £14 (Under 18's, Over 65's and Full Time Students)

Disabled Fan Information

Wheelchairs: 100 spaces available in Wheatfield, Roseburn and Gorgie Stands.

Helpers: Admitted

Prices: Normal prices for the disabled. Free for helpers

Disabled Toilets: Available in the Wheatfield, Roseburn and Gorgie Stands

Contact: 0871 663 1874 (Booking are necessary)

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Getting there by Car

Follow the M8 towards Edinburgh. At the end of the M8 take the A720 (Edinburgh By Pass) southwards towards Dalkeith. Leave the A720 at the junction with the A71 and follow the A71 into Edinburgh along Gorgie Road. You will eventually reach the ground on your left.

AA Route Planner:

http://www.theaa.com/travelwatch/planner_main.jsp

Parking

On street parking is available on numerous streets around the stadium.

Getting there by Rail

The closest station to Tynecastle is Haymarket, which is comfortably within walking distance of the ground.  

Directions to Tynecastle from Haymarket station:

Taking around 15 minutes, on leaving the station turn right, and right again at the pub on the corner, into Dalry Road. Dalry Road runs for some distance and leads into Gorgie Road. About a mile or so on and the ground will become visible on your right.

First ScotRail Journey Planner:

http://www.firstgroup.com/scotrail/index.php

Getting there by Bus

Regular services run from Glasgow to Edinburgh.  Debus at Haymarket at the train station and follow the directions above.

Traveline Scotland Journey Planner:

http://www.travelinescotland.com/cms/welcome.xhtml

Citylink:

http://www.citylinkonlinesales.co.uk

MAGIC MOTHERWELL MOMENT

It was late January 1999 and having beaten the then Cup holders the Sunday before in the Scottish Cup, Motherwell travelled to Tynecastle attempting to make it a double.  Lee McCulloch opened the scoring in the 48th minute and Derek Adams doubled the lead to secure a rare win with twenty minutes to go.  John Boyle was beginning his push to build the club into the third force in the country.  Big money signings were coming to the club the latest of which had been all but been confirmed in the run up to the game as John Spencer’s loan deal was made permanent. Things had rarely seemed more positive for the club and the win at Tynecastle encapsulated that feeling of excitement and anticipation. History proved it wasn’t to be but for that short period of time it was a wonderful feeling believing the club was on the cusp of something special.

FORM GUIDE

Last five visits to Tynecastle: