Headingley in Leeds is home to Yorkshire County Cricket Club and hosts England Tests and white-ball internationals, including India’s tours of England. It’s famous for the lively Western Terrace. This guide covers how to get there by train and park and ride, bag size, and the food and alcohol rules.
Check the official Yorkshire CCC match-day information for your fixture.
Headingley at a glance
| Location | Headingley, Leeds |
| Home of | Yorkshire CCC |
| Nearest station | Burley Park, about 5 minutes’ walk from the St Michael’s Lane entrance |
| Park and ride | From Beckett Park on international match days |
| Bags | Max 45 × 30 × 30 cm; no luggage drop |
How to get to Headingley
- Train: Burley Park station is about a 5-minute walk from the St Michael’s Lane entrance. Headingley station is also nearby.
- Park and ride: on international match days, Leeds City Council runs a park and ride from Beckett Park, about 800 m north of the ground.
Bags
Bags must be no bigger than 45 × 30 × 30 cm (18″ × 12″ × 12″) and fit under a seat. There’s no luggage drop at Headingley.
Food, drink and alcohol
| Match type | Bring your own alcohol? |
|---|---|
| Internationals, T20 Blast, Charlotte Edwards Cup, The Hundred | No |
| County Championship and One-Day Cup | Up to 4 × 440 ml cans of beer/lager or one 70 cl container of wine |
You can bring refillable water bottles, soft drinks in sealed plastic containers, or up to 2 litres of water in sealed plastic bottles. Inside, there’s a wide range of food, including curry and vegetarian options.
Frequently asked questions
Which station is nearest to Headingley cricket ground?
Burley Park, about a 5-minute walk from the St Michael’s Lane entrance.
Can I bring alcohol to a Test match at Headingley?
No. Bringing in alcohol isn’t allowed for international matches.
Related guides
Sources: Yorkshire CCC – Matchday Information, Terms and Conditions. Easy Guide India is not affiliated with Yorkshire CCC.