Old Trafford Fan Zone: United Unveil ‘The Paddock’

Manchester United have unveiled plans for a brand-new permanent fan zone at Old Trafford, with the club confirming a free-to-enter supporters’ space named ‘The Paddock’. Reports say the area will sit just 15 metres from the Stretford End, serving local food and draught beer to matchgoing Red Devils as they make their way to the ground.

What the new fan zone offers

As Manchester United confirmed, The Paddock is set to become the club’s first permanent, free-to-enter fan zone at Old Trafford. According to local reports, the 1,300-capacity space will feature draught beer taps and local food stalls, giving supporters a dedicated place to gather on matchdays rather than a temporary pop-up.

For a fanbase that has endured a testing few years on the pitch, it is a welcome nod to the matchday experience — and a tangible upgrade to the area around the famous old stadium, which holds 74,244 supporters. The club has framed the project as a permanent fixture rather than a one-off event space, underlining a renewed focus on the fan experience around the ground.

An official opening date is expected to be confirmed before the new campaign gets under way. For now, it is a rare and welcome piece of good news for the Stretford End faithful — and you can keep across the latest from Old Trafford as more details emerge.