Loftus Road
Home of Queens Park Rangers
🏟️ Loftus Road Local Guide
Loftus Road, officially known as the Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium, is a 17,439-capacity football ground in Shepherd’s Bush, West London, and the home of Queens Park Rangers (QPR). Compact, characterful, and surrounded by local housing, it’s one of the most traditional football venues in London, famous for its close-to-the-pitch stands and old-school atmosphere.
📝 History of Loftus Road
Loftus Road first hosted football in 1904 and became QPR’s permanent home in 1917. The stadium was the first in Britain to introduce an all-seater layout in 1981 and was ahead of its time with installed floodlights and electronic scoreboards. It’s hosted not only QPR matches but also Fulham and Wasps RFC during groundshares. In 2019, it was renamed the Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium to honour the memory of Kiyan Prince, a QPR youth player tragically killed in 2006. Despite plans for a future relocation, Loftus Road remains one of the most intimate football experiences in London.
🚇 How to Get to Loftus Road
Address: South Africa Rd, London W12 7PJ
Tube: White City (Central Line) – 5 min walk
Tube: Wood Lane (Circle Line) – 7 min walk
Rail: Shepherd’s Bush (Overground/National Rail) – 10 min walk
Bus: 72, 95, 220, 283, 295 all serve the area
Car: Limited street parking; use public transport
🚇 Travel Tip: Arrive early — the ground is tucked within residential streets and easy to miss until you’re right outside.
📌 Insider Tips
Bag Policy: Small bags only; all are subject to security search.
Best Seats: Ellerslie Road Stand offers the best view; Loftus Road Stand is where the noise lives.
Food & Drink: The Queen’s Tavern and The Green are local matchday pubs.
Atmosphere: Tight stands and echoing chants create one of the loudest atmospheres per seat in English football.
Accessibility: Step-free access via South Africa Road; accessible seating in the West Paddock area.
📊 Loftus Road Records
Opened: 1904 (QPR since 1917)
Capacity: 17,439
Highest Attendance: 35,353 – QPR vs Leeds United (1974)
Biggest Win: QPR 9–2 Tranmere Rovers (1960)
Most Appearances: Tony Ingham – 555
Unique Feature: Four standalone stands, all extremely close to the pitch — no bad seat in the house
Last updated: June 30, 2025