Seat swaps available for Season Ticket holders as safe standing area introduced

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Newcastle United F.C.

·27 Mei 2026

Seat swaps available for Season Ticket holders as safe standing area introduced

We recognise the unique atmosphere created by our incredible fans at St. James’ Park and over recent months we have engaged with a dedicated Atmosphere Working Group (AWG).

With representation from Wor Flags, the Fan Advisory Board, Newcastle United Supporter’s Trust, United with Pride, NUDSA, Newcastle United Supporter’s Club and senior Club executives the group has explored ways we can maintain and enhance the matchday atmosphere.

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We want to thank everyone involved with the AWG for their insights, feedback and time and are delighted to share that the consultation process has resulted in a number of enhancements, one of which includes a large section of Level 7 becoming a safe standing area for over 1,700 fans.

What will this mean for fans currently seated on Level 7?

Nobody has to move if they do not wish to, however seating will be replaced by safe standing in Leazes West Corner Blocks L7C, L7D and L7E.

This will accommodate 1,741 supporters on Level 7 and fans currently in this area will be contacted to see if they wish to remain in this section or use the option to move seats. It is encouraged that any seat swap will be for fans wishing to create a strong vocal presence in this area, following supporter feedback.

Seat Swaps throughout St. James’ Park

Supporters who wish to move into the safe standing blocks in Leazes West Corner L7C, L7D or L7E can do so during the seat move window (Mon 1–Fri 5 June), subject to availability.

The seat swaps will not just be to accommodate the changes to Level 7 and safe standing; these are available throughout the stadium, subject to availability. The seat swaps can only be made by appointment via the click here.

You can view availability for seats moves on the below image.

Supporters are encouraged to read through all of the FAQs for seat swaps, which can be found via the link here. Action from fan feedback

The changes come following extensive research and surveys across our fanbase.

A Wor Flags survey saw nearly 6,000 supporters share their views on the current matchday atmosphere, highlighting a desire to strengthen the atmosphere at St. James’ Park.
In total, 5,799 supporters responded to the survey (57% season ticket holders and 38% members), with 73.9% feeling the atmosphere had declined over the past couple of seasons.
69% of respondents supported the introduction of an additional dedicated singing section
Supporters also shared that being with friends, family or fans with a similar mindset would help create a more passionate and connected atmosphere inside the ground.

A shared ambition

These developments are part of a wider commitment to creating a world-class, modern and inclusive matchday experience, shaped by supporter voice. Throughout the process, the focus has been on transparency and ensuring that decisions reflect what supporters want to see and feel inside St. James’ Park. Supporters are encouraged to follow the above links and read the detailed FAQs and for any further queries, please contact supporter.services@nufc.co.uk