Remembering the former home of Wigan Warriors, Central Park, Wigan. Built in 1902, the most famous rugby league ground in the world closed its doors for the final time on Sunday September 5 1999, 96 years and 364 days after the first game against Batley was played.
By Michelle Adamson
Published 27th Mar 2022, 12:30 BST
Central Park, Wigan
13. RETRO - Central Park
The demolition of Central Park in September 1999. The home of Wigan Rugby League Club for 97 years was to make way for a Tesco supermarket.
On the 6th of September 1902 Wigan played at Central Park for the first time in the opening match of the newly formed first division.
An estimated crowd of 9,000 spectators saw Wigan beat Batley 14-8. Photo: Frank Orrell