Lambert Park
Lambert Park is a purpose-built soccer ground on Marion Street, Leichhardt, and the home of APIA Leichhardt. Its standout feature is the northern grandstand, which runs the full length of the field and seats around 1200 spectators in 8 rows, with hills behind each goal.
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About Lambert Park
Ground Layout at Lambert Park
Lambert Park has a playing field that runs east-west rather than north-south, with a stand on each side. The northern grandstand is no more than eight rows tall. Hills sit behind both goals, forming the western and eastern ends of the ground. Lambert Park has a nominal capacity of 7,000, and 2,000 of those places are seats. The ground has no lights, no arena roof and no video screen.
Southern Stand and Upgrades at Lambert Park
Lambert Park has a southern stand with dressing rooms on its bottom floor and a social club viewing area above, plus press and media facilities. Upgrades worth more than $3.5 million, including almost $1.4 million of private investment, added a synthetic playing field, a new perimeter fence and a new clubhouse with bigger dressing rooms. The upgraded ground was unveiled on 22 March 2014 with a derby against Marconi Stallions.
Clubs and History at Lambert Park
Lambert Park has been the home ground of APIA Leichhardt since the club's inception, and Wests APIA is also a tenant. APIA Leichhardt plays in the NPL NSW, while Wests APIA plays in the Australian Championship. APIA, one of the most famous soccer clubs in Australia, won the NSL in 1987. Lambert Park holds its record crowd of 7,250, set on 11/05/1987 at an NSL match between APIA and Sydney Olympic.
Facilities at Lambert Park
Visitor tips for Lambert Park
- ✓Arrive early for big matches if you want a seat rather than a spot on the hills.
Getting to Lambert Park
Lambert Park is on Marion Street, Leichhardt NSW 2040.
Open in Google Maps →Frequently asked questions about Lambert Park
What sports are played at Lambert Park?
Mainly soccer, from NPL NSW to Australian Championship games, and the venue also hosts local rugby league fixtures.
Does Lambert Park have lights?
No, it has no lights.
Does Lambert Park host events or functions?
Yes, community festivals and private functions are held there.
What surface is the field at Lambert Park?
The pitch is synthetic, laid during the 2014 works.