FAQs

Please see below a list of our most frequently asked questions to ensure your visit to LSV is as smooth as possible.

For any additional queries please contact our friendly team on: enquiries@leighsportsvillage.co.uk or 01942 487830.

Where is Leigh Sports Village?

Our address is:

Leigh Sports Village
Sale Way
Leigh
WN7 4JY

Please visit our Plan Your Visit page for more information.

What happens at Leigh Sports Village?

At the centre of Leigh Sports Village is a 12,000-capacity stadium, home to Leigh Leopards, Manchester United Women, and Manchester United U21s. Beyond sports, the stadium serves as a vibrant venue for conferences, events, and weddings. The complex also includes the Leigh Sports Village Arena, featuring nine artificial pitches, a grass pitch, and a multi-use games area (MUGA), along with the Leigh Youth Hub, which has significantly enhanced provision for the local community. Additional facilities within the village include the Leigh Harriers Athletics track and stadium, Leigh Indoor Sports Centre, Wigan and Leigh College, Holiday Inn Express, Morrisons supermarket, and the Whistling Wren pub but to name a few.

What are your opening times?

Reception is open from 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday subject to business demands.

The Box Office is open
Monday 10am – 5pm
Tuesday 10am – 5pm
Wednesday 10am – 5pm
Thursday 10am – 8pm
Friday 10am – 5pm
Saturday 9am-12pm

Matchdays are subject to business demand.

Tickets can be purchased online 24 hours a day at www.leightickets.co.uk

How do I get to Leigh Sports Village?

Please visit our Plan Your Visit page for full directions via car or public transport

Are there any parking charges at Leigh Sports Village?

We provide limited parking onsite which is complimentary. Please see the onsite car parking map on our Plan Your Visit page

The Morrison’s car park operates on ANPR with a maximum stay time of 90 minutes.

Is there accessible parking at Leigh Sports Village?

Yes, we have accessible parking across all of our car parks at Leigh Sports Village. For non-matchday events and Manchester United U21’s matches, parking is available on a first come, first served basis to blue badge holders with no advance bookings for these bays.

For matchdays, the following procedures apply:

  • Manchester United Women’s matches: Manchester United arrange blue badge passes ahead of the season and contact those who are eligible directly.
  • Leigh Leopards Matches: the Leigh Leopards team issue all of their passes, please contact them directly.

If you need further assistance with your upcoming visit to LSV, please call 01942 487 888 to discuss access arrangements for events in the stadium.

 

How do I organise a matchday shoutout or birthday announcement?

For matchday announcements and shoutouts for both Leigh Leopards and Manchester United matches, you will need to contact the respective clubs to organise this in advance of the fixture. Leigh leopards no longer offer shoutouts for the general public, only for their hospitality guests for that match.

What can I bring into the ground on matchday?

No food and drink is allowed to be brought in to the stadium. Concourse kiosks open an hour before kick-off and offer a range of hot and cold food and beverages via card payment only.

The following articles must also not be brought within the ground:

  • golfing umbrellas
  • knives
  • fireworks
  • smoke canisters
  • air-horns
  • flares
  • weapons
  • dangerous or hazardous items
  • laser devices
  • bottles
  • glass vessels
  • cans
  • poles
  • any article that might be used as a weapon and/or compromise public safety. 
  • Flags are only permitted with a fire safety certificate. 

Any person in possession of such items will be refused entry to the ground.

Can I leave my bag at the stadium?

We don’t have a bag drop at the stadium, but we have an arrangement with the Holiday Inn Express on site that bags can be left there. This is at the manager’s discretion and if they are busy, they may not be able to store it for you.

Is smoking allowed? Are e-cigarettes prohibited?

Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly prohibited at Leigh Sports Village. During match-day events at the stadium, re-entry for smoking is not allowed.

What time are turnstiles open on matchday?

One hour before kick-off for Manchester United matches and 90 minutes before for Leigh Leopards Games.

At what age can children attend without an accompanying adult?

Under 12’s must be accompanied by an adult.

When are the exercise classes at the Indoor Sports Centre?

Please refer to the Indoor Sports Centre’s website.   Or call 01942 487800

Are prams and scooters allowed on site?

Yes – they must be signed into the stadium and are left at your own risk.

How do I become a steward?

Please contact enquiries@leighsportsvillage.co.uk for more information.

How do I book matchday hospitality?

For Leigh Leopards fixtures, please contact the team at Leigh Leopards directly on: jane.f@leighrl.co.uk

For Manchester United Women’s hospitality, please contact the team at Manchester United directly.

For Manchester United U21’s matches, please contact the LSV team on: events@leighsportsvillage.co.uk or 01942 487819

How do I contact the Ticket Office at LSV?

To contact our team, please either email: tickets@leighsportsvillage.co.uk or call 01942 487888.

If you would like to visit in person, our ticket office opening times are:

  • Monday 10am- 5pm
  • Tuesday 10am-5pm
  • Wednesday 10am-5pm
  • Thursday 10am-8pm
  • Friday 10am-5pm
  • Saturday 9am-12pm
  • Sunday- closed

Do you offer coach travel to away matches?

Leigh leopards do not offer any official coaches to away matches.

For Manchester United Women’s or U21’s matches, please contact the Manchester United team directly.