Celtic Park (1888–1892)

Celtic Park (1888–1892) refers to the earliest iteration of the football stadium known today as Celtic Park, home to Celtic Football Club in Glasgow, Scotland. This initial ground, unlike its successors, was not located at the current Parkhead site. Its exact location is debated amongst historians, with several potential sites suggested based on historical records and contemporary accounts. The limited documentation makes pinpointing its precise boundaries difficult. It served as Celtic's home ground for the first four years of the club's existence, a period of significant growth and early successes for the newly formed team. The stadium was relatively modest in size and facilities compared to later incarnations of Celtic Park, reflecting the nascent stage of both the club and professional football in Scotland at the time. Its short lifespan ended as Celtic moved to the current Parkhead location in 1892, marking a pivotal moment in the club's history and the development of its iconic stadium. Further research is needed to fully document the characteristics and precise location of this early Celtic Park.