Ravenhill

Ravenhill is the Ulster Rugby Team's home ground situated in Belfast, and site of the Ulster Branch of the IRFU. Bought in 1923 for �2,300, it was originally to be used as an international ground. A stand was built at a cost of �15,000. The first international rugby match at Ravenhill took place in the 1923-4 season, when Ireland played against England. It was regularly used for international matches until 1954, when they were moved to Dublin's Landsdowne Road.

The capacity of Ravenhill is about 12-14,000. However during the 1998-9 season this was increased temporarily due to requirements by the Heineken Cup organisers for the European Cup semi-final against France's Stade Francais. By adding extra seating the capacity was increased to 20,000 for the crucial match.