| Capacity | 11,676 |
|---|---|
| City | Newport |
| Country | Wales |
| Opened | 1877 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Home teams | Dragons RFC |
| Competitions | United Rugby Championship |
Rodney Parade holds 11,676 and is the Dragons’ home in Newport, on the east bank of the Usk. Rugby has been played on the site since 1877.
Rodney Parade capacity
Capacity is 11,676. The ground is shared with Newport RFC and Newport County, and the surface has a long reputation for cutting up in midwinter.
Newport and the All Blacks
Newport beat New Zealand 3-0 at Rodney Parade on 30 October 1963, the only defeat the All Blacks suffered on that tour.
Who plays here
The Dragons play United Rugby Championship rugby at the ground.
Last updated 23 August 2026
