28 Forgotten Stadium Grounds Around The World Left Abandoned

5. Cathkin Park – Glasgow, Scotland

Cathkin Park was once one of the most significant football venues in Scotland, boasting a capacity of 50,000 and serving as the home ground of Third Lanark A.C., a historic Scottish football club. Originally built in 1884 and later redeveloped, the stadium witnessed numerous memorable matches, including local derbies and Scottish Cup ties. However, tragedy struck when Third Lanark A.C. dissolved in 1967 due to financial mismanagement and declining attendance, leaving the stadium without a permanent tenant. Following the club’s collapse, the stadium gradually fell into disrepair. Unlike many other abandoned stadiums that were demolished, Cathkin Park was never completely erased. Large sections of the original terracing still remain today, partially hidden by overgrown grass and trees, giving the site an eerie yet nostalgic feel. The field is now used as a public park and community football ground, but the decaying remnants of the stands serve as a lasting monument to Glasgow’s footballing past. Local historians and preservation groups have expressed interest in maintaining the remaining structures, ensuring that Cathkin Park continues to stand as a unique piece of Scottish sports history.