More than 20 years after the old Wembley Stadium was demolished, parts of the iconic ground live on in a London park. Rubble from the stadium was used to create four hilly mounds at Northala Fields in Ealing, which opened to the public in 2008.
From Stadium to Park
The final matches at the old Wembley were played in 2000, seven years before its replacement opened. For almost a century, the venue hosted England internationals, FA Cup finals, play-off deciders, and concerts.
After demolition, rubble was transported from the stadium's original site in north-west London to nearby Ealing, where it formed the mounds at Northala Fields. The park also features fishing lakes, a cafe, and a children's play area.
A Piece of History
Each mound has three distinct levels and can be climbed for views of the surrounding area. The park's name is reportedly inspired by the medieval spelling of Northolt, where the fields are located, and was referenced in the Domesday Book in 1086 as 'Northala'.
The original Wembley Stadium was built in 1923 and stood for 77 years. Its twin towers became an iconic sight on matchdays. Visitors can still experience a connection to the old ground with a short trip from its original site.
