Twickenham Stoop, London

Name: Twickenham Stoop
Address: Twickenham Stoop Stadium Langhorn Drive, London, TW2 7SX, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 8410 6053

#144 among attractions in London

Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Rugby

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Facts and practical information

Nestled in the suburban area of Twickenham, London, Twickenham Stoop stands as a proud bastion of English rugby. More commonly known as 'The Stoop', this stadium is the home ground of Harlequins, one of England's premier rugby union teams. With a seating capacity of approximately 14,800, it offers an intimate yet vibrant atmosphere for sports enthusiasts.

The Stoop, named after former player Adrian Stoop, has been synonymous with rugby since its opening in 1963. It has undergone several expansions and renovations to enhance the spectator experience, with its most recent redevelopment completed in the early 21st century. The ground is not only a stage for regular club matches but also hosts international fixtures, women's rugby games, and other sporting events.

For tourists interested in sports, a visit to Twickenham Stoop offers a glimpse into the heart of English rugby culture. The stadium's location, a short walk from the larger Twickenham Stadium, makes it an easy addition to any sports lover's itinerary. Additionally, the Harlequins Rugby Club often opens its doors to visitors for behind-the-scenes tours, giving fans a chance to explore the players' tunnel, the pitch, and the stands.

While match day tickets should be purchased in advance due to high demand, the atmosphere on game days is electric and is a must-experience for anyone seeking the thrill of English rugby. When there isn't a game scheduled, the stadium's bar and restaurant provide a relaxed environment to soak in the sporting history of the place.

Alternative names: Opened: 1963 (61 years ago)Capacity: 14.8 thous.Coordinates: 51°27'1"N, 0°20'39"W

Address

Twickenham Stoop Stadium Langhorn DriveRichmond upon Thames (St. Margarets and North Twickenham)London TW2 7SX United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 8410 6053

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Day trips

Twickenham Stoop – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Twickenham Stadium, The Naked Ladies, Pope's villa, Eel Pie Island Museum.

0.4 miN
Sport venue, Sport
Twickenham Stadium, London
11 min walk • Twickenham Stadium in Twickenham, south-west London, England, is a rugby union stadium owned by the Rugby Football Union, English rugby union governing body, which has its headquarters there.
0.9 miE
Monuments and statues
The Naked Ladies, London
23 min walk • The Naked Ladies are a Grade II listed statue complex on a rockery and water cascade in the gardens of York House, Twickenham, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, England.
0.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Georgian architecture
Pope's villa, London
21 min walk • Pope's villa was the residence of Alexander Pope at Twickenham, then a village west of London in Middlesex. He moved there in 1719 and created gardens and an underground grotto. The house and grotto were topics of 18th- and 19th-century poetry and art.
0.8 miE
Museum
Eel Pie Island Museum, Feltham
21 min walk • Eel Pie Island Museum is a volunteer-run museum on Richmond Road in Twickenham in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
0.8 miE
City hall, Garden
York House, London
21 min walk • York House is a historic stately home in Twickenham, England, and currently serves as the Town Hall of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It is situated in Richmond Road, near the centre of Twickenham, close to St Mary's Church. It is a Grade II* listed building which is situated in a large park, which is also listed.
0.4 miN
Museum
World Rugby Museum, London
11 min walk • The World Rugby Museum is a sports museum in the South Stand of Twickenham Stadium, London, England. Its collection comprises over 37,000 pieces of rugby memorabilia, boots, balls, jerseys, programmes, match-tickets, books and assorted paraphernalia.
0.8 miW
Church
St Edmund of Canterbury, Feltham
21 min walk • The Catholic Church of St Edmund of Canterbury is a Roman Catholic church in Nelson Road, Whitton, Richmond-upon-Thames, London. It is part of the Upper Thames Deanery of the Diocese of Westminster. It is dedicated to Edmund Rich, who was a 13th-century Archbishop of Canterbury.
0.6 miE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Exchange, London
15 min walk • The Exchange, Twickenham is a community building, including a 320-seat theatre, at Brewery Wharf opposite Twickenham railway station in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It opened in October 2017. The building is owned by Richmond upon Thames Council and is managed by St Mary's University, Twickenham.
0.9 miSE
Park, Garden
Radnor Gardens, London
23 min walk • Radnor Gardens is a small public riverside garden and recreation ground in Strawberry Hill, south of Twickenham in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. It has a First World War memorial, a grass area, a bowling green and a children's playground.
0.9 miSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Strawberry Hill House, London
24 min walk • Strawberry Hill House—often called simply Strawberry Hill—is the Gothic Revival villa that was built in Twickenham, London, by Horace Walpole from 1749 onward.
0.9 miSW
Church
Whitton Methodist Church, Feltham
22 min walk • Whitton Methodist Church was a Methodist church on Percy Road, Whitton in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. A hall at the church was badly damaged in a fire on 13 September 2015. The church held its last service on 18 July 2021.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Twickenham Stoop?

Nearby attractions include Twickenham, London (9 min walk), Whitton, London (9 min walk), World Rugby Museum, London (11 min walk), Holy Trinity Twickenham, London (11 min walk).

How to get to Twickenham Stoop by public transport?

The nearest stations to Twickenham Stoop:

Bus

Rosecroft Gardens • Lines: 969 (4 min walk)
Gladstone Avenue Whitton • Lines: 969 (6 min walk)

Train

Whitton (16 min walk)
Twickenham (17 min walk)