Fan guide | Newcastle vs Wolves

Wolves are heading to the north east on Saturday afternoon as Gary O'Neil's side take on Newcastle United in their latest Premier League trip.

A sold-out allocation of more than 3,000 tickets have been snapped up by Wolves supporters for the 3pm visit to Tyneside as the Old Gold look to make it four wins on the bounce.

For those making the journey to Newcastle, here is everything you need to know…

Opposition information

Stadium | St James' Park

Capacity | 52,000

Address | Barrack Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4ST

Away allocation | 3,144

Ticket information

Tickets for this fixture are sold out.

If you have any issues relating to your tickets prior to matchday, we recommend contacting the Wolves Ticket Office on 03712221877 or by emailing fanservices@wolves.co.uk.

Kit Colours

Newcastle United will be in their black and white striped home shirt with the black shorts, with the goalkeeper wearing their yellow goalkeeper shirt and yellow shorts.

Wolves will be wearing the 2023/24 red away shirt and red shorts, with the goalkeeper wearing the lime goalkeeper shirt and lime shorts.

Weather Forecast

Light showers are forecast for Saturday afternoon at kick-off. Temperatures will be at around five degrees Celsius.

An up-to-date forecast can be found here.

Travel information

With a city centre location, St. James’ Park is one of the most accessible and well-connected football grounds in the UK.

The stadium is located close to the junction of Gallowgate, St. James’ Boulevard and Barrack Road, just a ten-minute walk from Newcastle Central Station and around five minutes from Monument Metro Station and the city’s major bus stations. Simply follow the pedestrian signs located throughout the city centre. 

There are no public car parks on event days at St. James’ Park and traffic restrictions may be in place, but there are several independent car parks in the area surrounding Stamford Bridge. Wolves supporters are urged to use Just Park to find the best parking spots within walking distance to the stadium.

Click here to view and book the best parking around the stadium.

Supporters are recommended to use public transport to reach the stadium, with Newcastle operating a park and ride system from two sites close to the A1 motorway – from Newcastle Great Park (close to the Newcastle Racecourse) and the Metrocentre; one of Europe’s biggest shopping centres. 

Flags – Premier League guidance

The safety of all those attending our matches is a priority. Following the Premier League’s consultation with safety and security experts, clubs, football partners and external stakeholders, supporters attending matches will not be permitted to bring Israeli and Palestinian flags into Premier League stadiums for the foreseeable future.

Stadium information

Turnstiles open around 90-minutes ahead of kick-off at around 1.30pm.

The stadium has its own external bar – Shearer’s Bar, which is open to all supporters and members of the public. Shearer’s Bar is located next to the club retail store beneath the Gallowgate Stand. While there are other pubs and bars close by, please note that some venues may restrict entry for visiting supporters – particularly those wearing club colours. There’s a range of options in the City Centre, with Eldon Square being around a five-minute walk from the ground. 

Contactless payments are encouraged at kiosks in the concourse. Cash is accepted at a limited number of locations.

Wolves supporters will be seated in the upper tier (Level 7) of the North Stand - better known as the Leazes End. Supporters are reminded there are 140 steps and 14 landing on the way up to your seat. If you would like to use a lift, please speak with one of the stewards at the turnstiles who will be happy to direct you to the nearest one.

The matchday programme from Newcastle is available for just £3.50 around the ground and contains around 84 pages of content on a Premier League matchday, much of it exclusive, and has features dedicated to both Newcastle United and the visitors.

To report a problem or concern during an event, please speak to the nearest member of staff first and foremost. 

Security information

For security reasons, you will receive a body search and any bag you arrive with will be searched at the stadium. Newcastle do not allow large bags or suitcases. Glass bottles, weapons or pyrotechnics are banned from the stadium. Full terms can be found in our ground regulations at nufc.co.uk/ground-regulations

There is only a limited amount of space to display banners and flags within the Stadium and they must therefore be no larger than 150cm in depth and 250cm in width. Banners and flags must not obstruct the view of others, cover advertising signs or cause a safety hazard. Banners and flags must not display any abusive or threatening words, images, political statements or be deemed unacceptable. Flag poles are not allowed. All banners and flags must carry a Fire Safety Certificate. 

Access information

On Level 7, Newcastle have accessible seating and wheelchair bays available. Additionally, there are accessible toilets, changing and prayer facilities. Please ask one of the stewards for details should need to access them. If you would like to discuss any accessibility needs you may have during your visit, please e-mail disabilitysupport@nufc.co.uk. If you need to bring medication or other medical equipment, please e-mail disabilitysupport@nufc.co.uk to make Newcastle aware. 

If you have any further questions, you can check our FAQs at www.nufc.co.uk/faqs. Alternatively you can ask one of Newcastle's friendly Local Heroes on the day for any more information or advice.

There is limited accessible car parking available. Please contact Newcastle in advance via the dedicated operations telephone line 0191 2018688 to book a place. 
Entrance is via the lift adjacent to turnstile 94.

The stadium has accessible toilets, First Aid and Changing Place facilities close to the viewing area. Any Newcastle United steward or staff member will be able to assist with access needs should you have any questions or concerns.

Click here for detailed supporter information for the visit to Newcastle.

The support from Wolves fans at away stadiums is greatly appreciated by everyone at the club. Supporters travelling to away fixtures are asked to ensure they continue to represent the club in a positive manner. Unacceptable behaviour, both at Molineux and on our travels, will be dealt with in line with our acceptable behaviour policy which can be viewed here.

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