Stadium MK is a football ground in the Denbigh district of Bletchley in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England. Designed by Populous, it is the home ground of EFL League One side Milton Keynes Dons and FA Women's National League South side Milton Keynes Dons Women.

Why is Stadium MK so big?

The 30,500-capacity MK Stadium is the culmination of a phased design programme set out by Populous that allowed the venue and its supporting facilities to be developed in parallel and supported by the growth of the football club. ... This would increase the overall capacity of the stadium up to around 45,000.

When did MK Dons move to Stadium MK?

Milton Keynes Dons Football Club was formed in 2004, then moved to the newly built Stadium MK in 2007. The Dons have played in three divisions of league football, including The Championship.

How do I get to MK Dons?

PUBLICTRANSPORT. Stadium MK is easy to access by car. To get to the stadium from the M1 south bound, exit the motorway at Junction 14 and turn right at the roundabout at the top of the exit slip road towards Milton Keynes.

Is MK Dons in London?

The club was founded in 2004, following Wimbledon F.C.'s controversial relocation to Milton Keynes from south London, when it adopted its present name, badge and home colours. Initially based at the National Hockey Stadium, the club competed as Milton Keynes Dons from the start of the 2004–05 season.

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Is MK stadium parking free?

All bookings at DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes include complimentary parking in one of the following zones around Stadium MK - W1, W2, S1, S2, S3, E1 or E2.

What does the Dons mean in MK Dons?

This is because the Dons nickname is derived from the word Wimbledon, which is controversial for many Wimbledon fans because they think that it is a thinly-veiled attempt to claim part of the heritage of the original club.

Has MK Dons played AFC at Wimbledon?

Records. First away victory: AFC Wimbledon: Milton Keynes Dons 2–3 AFC Wimbledon – League Trophy second round, 7 October 2014. Milton Keynes Dons: AFC Wimbledon 0–2 Milton Keynes Dons – League One, 22 September 2017.

Who has the biggest stadium in League 1?

Holding a total of 49,000 fans, The Stadium of Light is the the biggest stadium in the entirety of the EFL. One of the first things Stewart Donald did when he was named the new owner of Sunderland back in 2018 was revamp the stadium.

How much did it cost to build MK Dons stadium?

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Stadium:MK, home to the Milton Keynes Dons, was officially opened on 29th November 2007 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by HRH Prince Phillip. At a cost of around £50M, the 22,000 all-seater stadium was designed by the architects responsible for the Emirates and Wembley stadia.

Who owns MK Dons?

Club Ownership: Milton Keynes Dons Ltd is 100% owned by InterMK Group Ltd, which is wholly owned by Pete Winkelman.

Why are Morecambe called the shrimps?

Nicknamed the "Shrimps" due to the coastal town's local speciality food, the club have played home games at the Globe Arena since moving from their original home at Christie Park in 2010. The club contests rivalries with nearby Accrington Stanley, as well as other Lancashire clubs.

Who Moved Wimbledon to Milton Keynes?

Winkelman's Inter MK Group bought the relocated club in 2004 and concurrently changed its name, badge and colours. The team's new ground, Stadium MK, opened three years later. MK Dons initially claimed Wimbledon F.C.'s heritage and history, but officially renounced this in 2007.

Are MK Dons hated?

The “most hated club” was just relegated from the second division. But why is Milton Keynes Dons considered to be the most hated club in England? ... They stayed at Selhurst Park till 2001, where they even got relegated from the Premier League in 2000. After this, it was all going to change for the club.

What happened to MK Dons?

Neilson's MK Dons endured a slow start to the 2016/17 campaign and with the team lying perilously above the Sky Bet League One relegation places in January, chairman Pete Winkelman parted company with the Scot and replaced him with Dan Micciche - the Club's former Head of Academy Coaching and an ex-England Under-16s ...

What happened to Wimbledon Football Club?

Wimbledon averaged 6,961 during the final season before the club's relocation to Milton Keynes was confirmed. ... Both the WISA and The Dons Trust from this point became affiliated to AFC Wimbledon, while the official Wimbledon F.C Supporters Club became defunct following the relocation.

How long can you park at MK Stadium?

A Parking Charge Notice of £60 will be issued for cars identified as parking for football or those exceeding the two-hour parking period. Bletchley station is approximately a 30-minute walk from the stadium. The stadium is sign posted from the station. Milton Keynes Central is a 45-60 minute walk.