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Semple Stadium
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About Semple Stadium
FBD Semple Stadium is the home of hurling and Gaelic football for Tipperary GAA and for the province of Munster. Located in Thurles, County Tipperary, it is the second largest GAA stadium in Ireland, with a capacity of 45,690 and named after Tom Semple, the captain of the Thurles "Blues". He won All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship medals in 1900, 1906, and 1908.
Getting there
🚉 Public transport
- Thurles railway stationTrain station690 m · 11 min walk
Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Wikidata (CC0)
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Semple Stadium: FAQs
What's on at Semple Stadium?
There are no upcoming events listed at Semple Stadium right now.
Where is Semple Stadium?
Semple Stadium is located at Thurles.
How big is Semple Stadium?
Semple Stadium has a capacity of around 53,000.
What is the nearest station to Semple Stadium?
The nearest station is Thurles railway station (Train station), about 690 m from Semple Stadium.
Which hotels are closest to Semple Stadium?
The closest places to stay are Hayes' Hotel, Thurles (930 m) and Anner Hotel (2 km).
When did Semple Stadium open?
Semple Stadium opened in 1910.
Which teams or companies are based at Semple Stadium?
Semple Stadium is the home of Tipperary GAA and Tipperary county hurling team.