| Capacity | 18,196 |
|---|---|
| City | Belfast |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| Opened | 1923 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Home teams | Ulster |
| Competitions | Champions Cup, United Rugby Championship |
Affidea Stadium holds 18,196 and is Ulster Rugby’s home in the Ravenhill area of south Belfast. Ulster have played on the site since 1923.
Affidea Stadium capacity
Capacity is 18,196 following the redevelopment completed in 2014. The ground has carried several sponsor names — most recently Kingspan — but locally it remains Ravenhill.
Who plays at Affidea Stadium
Ulster play United Rugby Championship and Champions Cup rugby here. Ireland have used the ground for occasional Tests and for age-grade internationals.
The 1999 European Cup
Ulster won the European Cup in 1999, beating Colomiers in the final, having played their entire home campaign at Ravenhill.
Last updated 23 August 2026
